October is Fire Prevention Awareness Month, and October 6th-12th is Fire Prevention Week. The Great Chicago Fire started on this day in 1871. On the same day, another fire in Peshtigo, Wisconsin killed between 1,200 and 1,500 people, becoming the
September 24, 2024
Fat Bear Week is expanding. A Fat Bear Junior contest will take place on September 26-27, while the main event runs from October 2-8, 2024. Photo by Janko Ferlic on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side Philadelphia did it again. Two
September 10, 2024
Apple picking time is here again. Photo by Bethany Ballantyne on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side If you’re a fan of tomato pie, you’ll want to sample some of Philadelphia’s best versions. Center City Restaurant Week is underway, and will
August 20, 2024
New Jersey oysters are having a moment. Photo by Ben Stern on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side August is National Sandwich Month. Philadelphia has you covered, whether you want to start your day with a sandwich, or wait until later.
August 6, 2024
Tomorrow is National Lighthouse Day. One of the most recognizable lighthouses in the U.S. at Cape Hatteras is undergoing a painstaking restoration. Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress. On the Lighter Side Summer is only half over. There is still
July 23, 2024
The Paris Summer Olympics begin on July 26, 2024. Photo by Luca Dugaro on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side Why not add heirloom tomatoes to your summer menu? When you only want a snack or a small plate, try one
July 9, 2024
July is National Ice Cream Month. Celebrate at the Reading Terminal Ice Cream Festival this Saturday, July 13. Photo from American Heritage Chocolate on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side Whenever you want a side of fries, these local restaurants have
June 18, 2024
Thursday’s summer solstice is the earliest since 1796. Photo by Vitaliy Burov on Unsplash. On the Lighter Side Here are some classic spots for seafood at the South Jersey shore. Is it time to try new toppings to dress up
June 4, 2024
Thursday marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Photo by Duncan Kidd at Unsplash. On the Lighter Side Warm weather means it’s time for an updated list of great ice cream shops in Philadelphia. One of the best oyster bars in
May 21, 2024
The Greyhound Bus Company began on this day in 1914 in Minnesota. At the time, it was named the Motor Transit Company. In the 1930s, Greyhound built hundreds of bus terminals. Fast forward to today: Greyhound is ditching terminals to