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Del Buono’s Bakery nears 100 years as quirky statues keep it on the map

In South Jersey, the Del Buono’s Bakery brand is built on bread — and an array of realistic and fanciful statues outside its headquarters.

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McMillan’s Bakery in South Jersey, noted for its doughnuts and fruit cake, puts its building up for sale
’Tis the season for some Philly suburbanites to spend $5,000 on professional holiday lights

A very Philly holiday gift guide

Explore the ultimate Philly gift guide! From local eats to unique keepsakes, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and celebrate Philly spirit this season.

Sam Ruland and Sam Morris

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The region’s 20 best Christmas village and holiday markets

The Phillies don’t want to move Bryce Harper back to the outfield. Given the free-agent alternatives to Juan Soto, maybe they should.

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Catch up on some recent Inquirer journalism this weekend.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

As the couple endured the long road to the birth of their child, Lovato's Eagles teammates and coaches never wavered in their support.

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

As the couple endured the long road to the birth of their child, Lovato's Eagles teammates and coaches never wavered in their support.

Temple trustees pledge to donate more than $1 million to scholarship fund in the name of JoAnne Epps

JoAnne A. Epps was serving as acting president in April 2023. She died suddenly in September 2023 after falling ill on stage at a Temple University event.

Subway hit with more lawsuits over the amount of steak in its ‘cheesesteak’ sandwich

"The Philly" cheesesteak sandwich from Subway.

Philadelphia Museum of Art welcomes thousands of students with free tours and transportation

The Philadelphia Museum of Art Nov. 2, 2023.

After student pushback, Philly schools restore millions to extracurricular programs

Kristen A. Graham

Members of the Bodine robotics and debate teams including Khader Motan (far left, standing) and Julianna Tejada (center front, wearing blue jeans) had spoken out about funding cuts to Philadelphia School District extracurricular activities like theirs.

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Inquirer columnist Jenice Armstrong makes her way to the Cape Coast, Ghana, fort where enslaved Africans were held in dungeons before being sold and shipped off to the Americas.

My visit to one of Ghana’s notorious ‘slave castles’ was a haunting reminder of the not-so-distant past

Grappling with the legacy of slavery — and making peace with Africans' role in it — is one of the more challenging aspects of visiting Ghana, where Black Americans have been invited to “come home.”

Jenice Armstrong | Columnist

Chessie, a 12-year-old boxer mix with the PSPCA, is one of many dogs the agency hopes to find a home for the holidays.

Want a dog just for the holidays? These pets are looking for homes.

Left: George Norcross; Right: John Dougherty

Newly released FBI wiretap documents reveal glimpse of George Norcross-John Dougherty relationship

Jeremy Roebuck and Andrew Seidman

Jahzara Agyemang, Nyamal Tutdeal, and Maya Gilliam are all American expats who have moved to Ghana.

You’ve heard of Brexit? Well, Blaxit describes the exodus of Black folks from America.

Jenice Armstrong | Columnist

Can you beat Bird Box?

Bird Box: Can you name Eagles who also played for the Ravens?

Sam Morris and Matt Mullin

The Golden Gate Bridge. MUST CREDIT: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

Medical Mystery | Her depression and poor memory had an unusual cause

Saved by a bridge patrol officer, the patient lived to discover her epilepsy diagnosis at a young age would need to be revisited.

Sandra G. Boodman, Washington Post

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Citizens Police Oversight Commission pushes for more investigative power as Philly prepares to negotiate FOP contract

Rodrigo Torrejón and Ellie Rushing

How to hack your holiday shopping to spend less and save more

Jamie Lettis and Delaware Valley Consumers’ Checkbook, Delaware Valley Consumers' Checkbook

Orrin Evans at his home in West Oak Lane Monday. He is nominated for a Grammy for his new Captain Black Big Band album, “Walk a Mile in My Shoe.” He plays the Perelman Theater on Friday with the Captain Black Big Band.

Philly’s Orrin Evans is up for a Grammy next year. He plays the Perelman Theater with his Big Band this week.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

As the couple endured the long road to the birth of their child, Lovato's Eagles teammates and coaches never wavered in their support.

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

As the couple endured the long road to the birth of their child, Lovato's Eagles teammates and coaches never wavered in their support.

Philly could be in for a fun rookie ride with Quinyon Mitchell, Jared McCain, and Matvei Michkov

Mike Sielski | Columnist

Sixers rookie Jared McCain celebrates a three-pointer against the Brooklyn Nets. He is easily the team’s most pleasant surprise this season.

Sixers Roundtable: Is it finally time to panic in Philly?

Gina Mizell, Keith Pompey, and Marcus Hayes

Sixers stars Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Paul George, left to right, have struggled to stay on the court and only played together in only one game.

For second straight game, rookie Jared McCain’s shooting struggles carry over in Sixers’ loss to Rockets

Sixers rookie Jared McCain (right) has made just 9 of 34 shots over his last two games.

The Sixers have slowly improved their effort, but the NBA’s second-worst team has a long way to go

Kyle Lowry, one of several injured Sixers veterans, talks with Tyrese Maxey as they head to the bench after tying the Rockets, 108-108, on Wednesday. Lowry wore a piece of tape with "Coach Lowry" handwritten on it.

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro makes announcement at SEPTA Bus Depot, Frankford Transportation Center about state money that helped keep workers on the job and not on strike, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024.

Inquirer Morning Headlines

💰 Can Harrisburg save SEPTA? | Morning Newsletter

Sixers Jared McCain looks to throw a signed ball to the fans after beating the Nets at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Friday, November 22, 2024. Sixers beat the Nets 113-98

Shoot for the stars 🏀 | Sports Daily Newsletter

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro makes announcement at SEPTA Bus Depot, Frankford Transportation Center about state money that helped keep workers on the job and not on strike, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024.

Inquirer Morning Headlines

💰 Can Harrisburg save SEPTA? | Morning Newsletter

Sixers Jared McCain looks to throw a signed ball to the fans after beating the Nets at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Friday, November 22, 2024. Sixers beat the Nets 113-98

Shoot for the stars 🏀 | Sports Daily Newsletter

Staff Reports

Philly developer paying it forward | Real Estate Newsletter

37 new places to take holiday visitors | Let’s Eat

Philly developer paying it forward | Real Estate Newsletter

37 new places to take holiday visitors | Let’s Eat

Espresso martinis are the it-drink in Philly. Here’s where to find them.

From lavish lounges to coffee shops, espresso martinis are booming in Philly's dining scene.

The espresso martini with parmigiano-reggiano garnish is photographed at Bar 1010 in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.

The espresso martini with parmigiano-reggiano garnish is photographed at Bar 1010 in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.

Espresso martinis are the it-drink in Philly. Here’s where to find them.

From lavish lounges to coffee shops, espresso martinis are booming in Philly's dining scene.

37 new bars to take out-of-towners visiting the Philly area for the holidays

The dining room and bar area at Mamajuana Cafe, a sultry Latin-inspired restaurant in Fishtown.

Almanac might just be the best new bar in Philadelphia

Head bartender Rob Scott making a Sadōtini at the Bar Almanac at Ogawa, 310 Market St.

Koch’s Deli has reopened in West Philly — with a side order of litigation

A corned beef special at Koch's Deli, 4309 Locust St.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

David O'Neil, former manager of the Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo, of the market.

The author on Roosevelt Boulevard near Rising Sun Avenue in August.

It’s time to break the gridlock on ‘Roosevelt Boulevard Reimagined’

Jay Arzu, For The Inquirer

Benise Bacani, 18, of South Philly, (center) with Students Against Sixers ARENA org demonstrate at City Hall in Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Parents: The 76ers arena agreement is bad for our public school students

May Low, Marya Camilleri, and Talia Young, For The Inquirer

Gov. Josh Shapiro makes an announcement at the Frankford Transportation Center about state money that helped keep workers on the job and not on strike, Nov. 22, 2024.

Pa. legislators should treat SEPTA funding like an emergency

Alex Bomstein, For The Inquirer

An artist's rendering of the 76ers proposed arena for Center City, as seen from 10th and Market Streets.

‘Make no small plans’ | An Arena for All

Harris M. Steinberg, For The Inquirer

The author on Roosevelt Boulevard near Rising Sun Avenue in August.

It’s time to break the gridlock on ‘Roosevelt Boulevard Reimagined’

Jay Arzu, For The Inquirer

Benise Bacani, 18, of South Philly, (center) with Students Against Sixers ARENA org demonstrate at City Hall in Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Parents: The 76ers arena agreement is bad for our public school students

May Low, Marya Camilleri, and Talia Young, For The Inquirer

Gov. Josh Shapiro makes an announcement at the Frankford Transportation Center about state money that helped keep workers on the job and not on strike, Nov. 22, 2024.

Pa. legislators should treat SEPTA funding like an emergency

Alex Bomstein, For The Inquirer

An artist's rendering of the 76ers proposed arena for Center City, as seen from 10th and Market Streets.

‘Make no small plans’ | An Arena for All

Harris M. Steinberg, For The Inquirer

Health & Science

The Golden Gate Bridge. MUST CREDIT: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

Medical Mystery | Her depression and poor memory had an unusual cause

Sandra G. Boodman, Washington Post

A trackway of footprints hypothesized to have been created by a Paranthropus boisei individual.

Ancient footprints show two different human ancestors coexisted at the same spot 1.5M years ago

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia is part of Penn Medicine.

Nine months of inspections at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: February to October

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

The Golden Gate Bridge. MUST CREDIT: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

Medical Mystery | Her depression and poor memory had an unusual cause

Sandra G. Boodman, Washington Post

A trackway of footprints hypothesized to have been created by a Paranthropus boisei individual.

Ancient footprints show two different human ancestors coexisted at the same spot 1.5M years ago

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia is part of Penn Medicine.

Nine months of inspections at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: February to October

Rick and Jordan Lovato with their newborn son, Freddie.

Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato and his wife struggled to have a child. Thanks to IVF, he’s here.

Photography 📷

The Trinity Valley Community College Cardettes from Athens, Texas huddle together before the start.

Photos of the 105th Thanksgiving Day Parade

Northeast celebrates their 37—21 win over Central with the Thanksgiving game Wooden Horse trophy, since 1892, one of the oldest Thanksgiving rivalries. Thursday, November 28, 2024.

High School Sports

Rainy Thanksgiving day rivalry

Sixers Tyrese Maxey splits Houston defenders # 9 Dillon Brooks and # 17 Tari Eason on his way to a basket in the first half of the Houston Rockets vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA game at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

See photos of Sixers Tyrese Maxey score 39 points

Elizabeth Robertson

Strawberry Mansion High School seniors Sabria Davis and Anthony Spady Jr., with their 20 month-old son Legend Prince Spady, at the school. Anthony is many things: he plays basketball, holds down a job, sits on the board of a youth organization, is top of his class, writes plays and is a dad, saying Legend is "the gift I didn't know I needed."

What our photographers saw on Tuesday, November 26

Inquirer Staff Photographers

The Trinity Valley Community College Cardettes from Athens, Texas huddle together before the start.

Photos of the 105th Thanksgiving Day Parade

Northeast celebrates their 37—21 win over Central with the Thanksgiving game Wooden Horse trophy, since 1892, one of the oldest Thanksgiving rivalries. Thursday, November 28, 2024.

High School Sports

Rainy Thanksgiving day rivalry

Sixers Tyrese Maxey splits Houston defenders # 9 Dillon Brooks and # 17 Tari Eason on his way to a basket in the first half of the Houston Rockets vs. Philadelphia 76ers NBA game at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

See photos of Sixers Tyrese Maxey score 39 points

Elizabeth Robertson

Strawberry Mansion High School seniors Sabria Davis and Anthony Spady Jr., with their 20 month-old son Legend Prince Spady, at the school. Anthony is many things: he plays basketball, holds down a job, sits on the board of a youth organization, is top of his class, writes plays and is a dad, saying Legend is "the gift I didn't know I needed."

What our photographers saw on Tuesday, November 26

Inquirer Staff Photographers

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