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reporter at @inquirer.com, cofounder kensingtonvoice.com | hsavage@inquirer.com (he/him)

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13 Things I Learned From The Larry King Estate Sale | Defector An estate sale gives you a chance to look inside a person’s life. Did they own nice silverware? Were they a hoarder of worthless little tchotchkes? Did they have a creepy doll collection? A normal and...

I wrote about Larry King’s estate sale. I am currently the high bidder on the Pac-10 baseball from the 2000s. defector.com/13-things-i-...

06.08.2025 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 188    πŸ” 18    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 6
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My Delco hoagie came in a godforsaken bag that said β€˜Submarine’ The very foundation of everything I've learned about hoagies since moving here was shaken by a paper bag.

Are there more pressing things in the world to be concerned about than culinary semantics?

Absolutely, but being ridiculously petty about unimportant stuff to grease the pain of existence is an art form, and Philly is a true master of the craft.

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06.08.2025 13:48 β€” πŸ‘ 56    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2
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The 5 best seasons of β€˜It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,’ ranked The Philadelphia Inquirer ranks the best seasons of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Not all can be winners, but some are comedic gold.

I tried to narrow down It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia's best seasons down to the Top 5 for @inquirer.com. The Gang has put Philly's irrevent humor and crassness on full display for the past 20 years.

Here are the 5 best seasons, ranked: www.inquirer.com/entertainmen...

05.08.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The 5 best seasons of β€˜It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,’ ranked The Philadelphia Inquirer ranks the best seasons of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Not all can be winners, but some are comedic gold.

And don't miss my colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social's great breakdown of the show's five best seasons

www.inquirer.com/entertainmen...

04.08.2025 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Where to watch the FIFA Club World Cup in Philly: 11 bars for serious soccer fans From TΓ­r na nΓ“g to Philly’s new FIFA-affiliated Lion Sports Bar, these 11 soccer pubs are top spots to watch the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup matches in Philadelphia.

From @inquirer.com colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social:

Where to watch the FIFA Club World Cup in Philly: 11 bars for serious soccer fans

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17.06.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜No one wants war’: Philly advocacy groups react to U.S. bombings in Iran Iranians across the Philadelphia region were on edge Sunday after the strikes, so were friends and relatives of people living in Israel who feared retaliation.

β€˜No one wants war’: Philly advocacy groups react to U.S. bombings in Iran www.inquirer.com/news/us-iran... via @inquirer.com

23.06.2025 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

thanks for the help on this one, Jonathan!!

10.06.2025 14:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The FIFA Club World Cup is coming to Philly. Here’s what you need to know. Philadelphia will host eight FIFA Club World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field this summer in June and July.

From @inquirer.com colleague @mediabyhenry.bsky.social:

A service guide to Club World Cup games in Philadelphia for newcomers and casual fans.

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10.06.2025 14:01 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This Northeast Philly halal market turned a Wawa into a hit. Now it’s taking over a Big Lots. ASR Market, a halal grocery that began in a converted Wawa, is expanding into a former Big Lots building in Northeast Philadelphia with a larger location and dine-in space.

A Philly family that converted a Wawa into an elevated halal market is now eyeing up their latest venture β€” taking over the former Big Lots store next door. Seated dining, better takeout, and more. www.inquirer.com/food/asr-mar... via @inquirer.com

10.06.2025 14:28 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.

Philly residents reported more than 6k potholes over the past year. @mediabyhenry.bsky.social and Lizzie Mulvey report on what the city did about them. Come for the watchdog data journalism. Stay for the video of a skateboarder doing a sick ollie over a giant pothole www.inquirer.com/news/philade...

19.05.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

you summarized this article better than I ever could πŸ‘πŸ˜‚ thank you for the edits

19.05.2025 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.

This story about Philly potholes has a little of everything: maps, furious city residents, buried traffic cones, skateboarding.

Via @inquirer.com data reporter Lizzie Mulvey and @mediabyhenry.bsky.social

19.05.2025 14:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Where potholes rule the streets: Ranking Philly’s most pothole-plagued neighborhoods The Inquirer maps out which neighborhoods have the most potholes in Philadelphia and explains how the city repairs roads.

What Philadelphia neighborhood has the most potholes and the slowest repair times? See where your neighborhood ranks with this new data piece via @inquirer.com www.inquirer.com/news/philade...

19.05.2025 13:24 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Flying soon and don’t have a REAL ID? The May 7 deadline is here β€” here’s what to know. REAL ID or other eligible identification is required to board domestic flights at PHL airport, or travelers risk added wait times at TSA checkpoints.

Inquirer reporter @mediabyhenry.bsky.social explains what you need to know if you’re flying soon and don’t have a REAL ID. (4/4)

07.05.2025 19:11 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Everything you need to know about the 2025 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show A complete guide to the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show, including schedule, tickets, parking, food, exhibits on display and more.

Everything you need to know about visiting the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show: www.inquirer.com/things-to-do... via @inquirer.com

26.02.2025 21:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A potential legal battle looms over New Jersey’s new proposed weed laws A proposed law in New Jersey could allow medical dispensaries to sell recreational weed. A local town threatens to sue if it happens.

For more context and perspectives from legal experts, check the story: www.inquirer.com/business/wee...

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An N.J. bill could allow medical dispensaries to start selling recreational weed without a town's approval. A potential legal battle looms for a North Jersey "opt out" town. via @inquirer.com www.inquirer.com/business/wee...

26.02.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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ΒΏCuΓ‘les son tus derechos si ICE llega a tu hogar o trabajo? Expertos locales en inmigraciΓ³n analizan cΓ³mo opera ICE y explican tus derechos civiles.

In Spanish: www.inquirer.com/espanol/serv...

30.01.2025 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What are your rights if ICE comes to your home or work? Immigration enforcement is expected to increase under the Trump administration. Here's a refresher on your rights when interacting with ICE at home or work.

With new White House immigration policies and an ICE raid happening in North Philly this week, here's what you need to know about your rights when dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement: www.inquirer.com/news/philade... via @inquirer.com

30.01.2025 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 12    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The best stand-up comedy to see in Philadelphia in 2025 Philadelphia's best stand-up comedy shows include Saturday Night Live cast members, Nate Bargatze, Deon Cole, Adam Ray, Kathy Griffin, Jordan Jensen, Andrew Santino, Asif Ali, Rachel Scanlon and more.

If you're not already going to local shows at #NextInLineComedy, #CavePhilly, or #DontTellComedy, check out these stand-up comedians coming to Philadelphia this year: www.inquirer.com/things-to-do... via @inquirer.com

13.01.2025 16:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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After months of β€˜radio silence,’ A.C.’s empty cannabis lounges inch closer to opening New Jersey regulators will open applications for weed lounges soon. Atlantic City dispensary owners have been preparing for months.

After months of radio silence, New Jersey's empty weed lounges can soon apply for licenses, with the possibility of lounges opening in 2025. Plus, how will A.C. dispensaries compete with an oversaturated market? inquirer.com/business/wee... via
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18.12.2024 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlantic City now has more weed shops than casinos, with dozens more on the way Twelve dispensaries are open, two dozen more are approved, and the city’s green zone has just been expanded. A.C. might well become an East Coast cannabis destination, but is it too much?

As @amysrosenberg.bsky.social just reported, Atlantic City now has more dispensaries than casinos, with at least 12 legal weed shops and dozens more cannabis businesses on the way. www.inquirer.com/news/new-jer... via @inquirer.com

18.12.2024 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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After months of β€˜radio silence,’ A.C.’s empty cannabis lounges inch closer to opening New Jersey regulators will open applications for weed lounges soon. Atlantic City dispensary owners have been preparing for months.

After months of radio silence, New Jersey's empty weed lounges can soon apply for licenses, with the possibility of lounges opening in 2025. Plus, how will A.C. dispensaries compete with an oversaturated market? inquirer.com/business/wee... via
@inquirer.com

18.12.2024 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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70+ Rite Aids have recently closed in the Philly area. What’s become of them? Rite Aid has closed 70+ stores in the Philly area since 2022, and even more before that. What's become of them?

There are so many interesting takeaways in this article, definitely check it out: www.inquirer.com/business/ret...

16.12.2024 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The good news they found was that these buildings are in "very good shape" with parking and lots of visibility.

However, the bad news:

16.12.2024 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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70+ Rite Aids have recently closed in the Philly area. What’s become of them? Rite Aid has closed 70+ stores in the Philly area since 2022, and even more before that. What's become of them?

Rite Aid "zombies" are all over the Philly region since the national pharmacy giant filed for bankruptcy. @inquirer.com looks into what remains of Rite Aid in Philly and what the future of these shell stores hold: inquirer.com/business/ret...

16.12.2024 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Awesome! Thank you

14.12.2024 17:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

omg is this near Philly? I need to try this one lol

14.12.2024 17:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Philly’s β€˜Chicken Man’ to NYC rip-off: β€˜Fight me’ Philly folk legend, Alexendar Tominsky, a.k.a β€œChicken Man,” is challenging Anthony Po to a boxing match at the site of the old Melrose Diner.

Philly's "Chicken Man," is challenging NYC's "Cheeseball Man" to a boxing match. Why? Because Philadelphians are tired of seeing NYC take our sauce and turn it into something "tacky." Here's a breakdown of the beef: inquirer.com/news/philade... via @inquirer.com

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