Howard Eskin announces abrupt departure from WIP sports radio
Dec 20, 2024 · In a surprising move, Howard Eskin announced Friday he’s stepping away from SportsRadio 94WIP, marking the end of his 38-year tenure as Philadelphia’s resident radio provocateur.
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Meet the first woman to serve as pastor to Mother Bethel AME …
Dec 22, 2024 · Since 1794, Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church has been at the forefront of history in Philadelphia and the nation. In November, the church and denomination took another first step ...
Billy Penn WRAPPED 2024 (a la Spotify Wrapped)
Dec 30, 2024 · 805 articles and counting 2,837 new Instagram followers 1,771 new Bluesky followers 1 new pop-up email newsletter series We made it to the end of 2024, thanks to you and […]
Philly Naked Bike Ride blends fun and activism - Billy Penn at WHYY
Aug 22, 2024 · The Philly Naked Bike Ride (PNBR) is back for its 15th ride Saturday, starting from Glendinning Rock Garden around 5 p.m. and finishing at Drexel Park. The annual event, part of the World Naked ...
Chelsea, Real Madrid and Man City coming to the Linc for the …
Dec 7, 2024 · The match schedule for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. (FIFA) The tournament to determine the best club team in the world will be the first edition of the new tournament format, which switches from ...
Photos: 2025 Mummers Parade brings laughter and cheer to …
Jan 1, 2025 · A group of Mummers walk past a a cheering crowd along Broad Street on Jan. 1, 2025. The 124th Mummers Parade is a generational celebration that celebrates the New Year with costumes, floats, and ...
At long last, a new pedestrian bridge for Wissahickon Valley Park
Dec 10, 2024 · Step pools, woody plants, and schist outcrops. The main new feature is the accessible, 200-foot, galvanized steel-and-wood bridge, which hovers over the stream and connects two sections of pathway.
Shapiro flexes $153 million to SEPTA, prevents major fare hike
Nov 22, 2024 · Gov. Josh Shapiro will intervene to save SEPTA from a potentially devastating set of fare hikes and service cuts by transferring $153 million in state highway funds to the cash-strapped transit ...
New SEPTA app aims to deliver arrival times fast - Billy Penn at …
Dec 18, 2024 · SEPTA has rolled out a new version of its smartphone app that aims to make it easier for riders to quickly find the most convenient bus, train, or trolley for their trip and make travel decisions ...