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Flyers endure worst start in franchise history

Oct 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Flyers are officially off to their worst start in team history, but is it too early to panic? ​
Darnetta Arce, President of Lower North Philadelphia CDC, speaks about a proposal by Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson to limit smoke shops Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, outside City Hall.

Philly City Council to consider zoning limits on smoke shops

Philly City Council will consider new zoning restrictions on smoke shops, including a 750-foot buffer around schools, parks and other tobacco retailers.
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The Philadelphia Film Festival is set to run Oct. 15 to 25.

Philadelphia Film Festival turns 35 with citywide celebration

The Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates its 35th anniversary Oct. 15-25 with film premieres, special guests, filmmaker Q&As and free screenings across the city.
Flannel Fest returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with live entertainment and local food.

Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown for fall fun, local food and more

Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown's Braid Mill on Oct. 25 with live entertainment, seasonal drinks, local food and vendors celebrating Philly businesses.

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3 sought in arson, burglary at North Philly corner store

This surveillance image shows the suspects in the Oct. 1 arson at 19th and Ringgold streets.

Philadelphia police are searching for three suspects in an Oct. 1 burglary and arson at a North Philly corner store. Surveillance video shows the incident.

Rev. Jay Broadnax, pastor of Mt. Pisgah AME Church, speaks about POWER Interfaith's "We Make Philly" campaign Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, outside City Hall.
Politics
A coalition of churches, synagogues and other religious congregations is pushing for a Philadelphia wealth tax and a pair of initiatives aimed at helping to relieve the affordability crisis for low- and middle-income families.
District Attorney Larry Krasner said that a prior murder case against the suspect in the killing of Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber fell apart due to police misconduct.
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A prior murder case against the suspect in the killing of Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber fell apart due to police misconduct, District Attorney Larry Krasner said Tuesday.
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New Regional Rail schedules will go into effect this Sunday, Oct. 18. 
Transit
SEPTA announced new Regional Rail schedules that will go into effect on Sunday, Oct. 18. 
Things to do
Going Out

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

Halloween House Philly offers a more playful take on the season, with no actors, blood or traditional haunted-house scares.

Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

Manayunk

Manayunk Fall Guide: Festivals, haunted houses and Halloween fun

The second annual Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl returns this weekend.

Philadelphians looking to fill their fall schedules are in luck — Manayunk has plenty on the docket this time of year.

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Explore Philadelphia’s haunted past with true crime, ghost trolley tours

A past image of Founding Footstep

Explore Philadelphia's haunted history with Founding Footsteps' BYOB trolley tours, featuring chilling true-crime stories, ghost hunts and historic sites.

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Mattingly named Phillies' full-time manager

Apr 26, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies bench coach Don Mattingly (8) in the dugout during the game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.
Don Mattingly is set to pick up where he left off in 2026.
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Oct 13, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Christian Dvorak (22) reacts after scoring a goal against the Seattle Kraken in the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Flyers fell to the Kraken on Tuesday night but were unable to find a way to win.
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives past Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) during the first half at Barclays Center.
Tyrese Maxey enters the 2026-27 NBA season with championship aspirations. Here are three realistic expectations for the Sixers' All-NBA guard.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) gains yards after a catch as Jacksonville Jaguars safety Kaevon Merriweather (26) pursues during the first half at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Eagles' offense is falling apart at the seams and injuries aren't to blame

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