Billy Penn at WHYY: Local news for Philadelphia, by Philadelphia
WEBSeptember 5, 2024. Olympic gold, marriage proposal on live TV. Justin Best had quite a summer — all in a week. The Kennett Square native checked a lot of boxes in Paris. We spoke with him recently.
No fluff, no BS, all Philly - Billy Penn at WHYY
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Philadelphia’s I-95 cap park groundbreaking: Everything to know
WEBAug 29, 2023 · Everything you need to know about Philly’s I-95 park cap project, officially breaking ground next week. The Park at Penn’s Landing is targeting a possible 2025 completion date. by Deesarine ...
News Archives - Billy Penn at WHYY
WEBSep 6, 2024 · Meet the local artist collaborating with Brandon Graham, Devonta Smith, and Bryce Harper. by Santiago Ortiz August 14, 2024. Jordan Spector is living out many artists’ — and sports fans ...
Billy Penn Wrapped: 2023 Year In Review
WEBDec 26, 2023 · Billy Penn 2023, a look back. 1,085 articles and counting. 5,139 new Instagram followers. 6,790 new Threads followers. 7,072 new email subscribers. 7 BP Quizzo nights. 2 new pop-up newsletter ...
Elections & Politics in Philadelphia - Billy Penn at WHYY
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9 Philly development projects you’ll hear a lot about in 2023
WEBDec 29, 2022 · Rivermark Northern Liberties, fka Festival Pier, is a massive $2.2 billion mixed-use project located at 501 N. Columbus Blvd. that will include: 470 multi-family housing units in two five- and six ...
William Penn statue staying at Philly's Welcome Park after criticism
WEBJan 8, 2024 · UPDATE: William Penn statue to stay at Philly’s Welcome Park after criticism. The National Park Service’s proposal to remove the statue from the park near 2nd and Walnut has been with ...
William Penn’s plan: How Philly became a model for American cities
WEBOct 27, 2019 · The location. Like many great stories, Philadelphia’s origin starts with settling a debt. In March of 1681, King Charles II couldn’t afford to pay back some money he owed to Penn’s dad.
'Nothing left uncarved': A guide to the 250 sculptures on …
WEBJun 14, 2021 · Atop Philadelphia City Hall is a bronze sculpture that stands 36 feet tall. Its 53,000 pounds form a representation of one of the most famous historical figures in Philly. You know, the guy who ...