Philadelphia
City in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s largest city, is notable for its rich history, on display at the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall (where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed) and other American Revolutionary sites. Also iconic...
Population: 1.551 million (2023)
ZIP Codes: 19092–19093, 19099, 191xx
Area codes: 215, 267, 445
Demonym: Philadelphian
Elevation: 39 ft (12 m)
Founded: 1682; 342 years ago
Incorporated: October 25, 1701
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Philadelphia, colloquially referred to as Philly, is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania and the sixth-most populous city in the United ...
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Official website of the City of Philadelphia, includes information on municipal services, permits, licenses, and records for citizens and businesses.
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PHLCouncil
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🎶 Working 6 to 9, we've got passion and a vision 🎶 City Council President Kenyatta Johnson is honoring his commitment to host comprehensive public hearings regarding the proposed 76 Place arena.
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The PPA ✓
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Park More, Pay Less 🅿🎶 Why pay full price when you can park at a discount? Our evening rates keep your wallet happy and your plans uninterrupted. ➡ bit.ly/3dBapPw #ParkingDeals #EveningSpecials
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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, are asymptomatic. The only way to know if you have a STI is by getting tested. Free STI testing is available at the North and West Philly Resource Hubs every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday.
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Kenyatta Johnson
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.@PHLCouncil Sixers Arena hearings continue this evening with public comment from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The hearing will take place in Philadelphia City Council Chambers, Room 400 (Fourth Floor), City Hall. Watch the hearing live here: phlcouncil.com/watch-city…
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Philadelphia Water
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Thanks to the @DelawareEstuary, more than 1,160 Storm Drains were marked throughout the City during 2024! PDE worked with several local organizations, including local Scouts and schools and PWD, to reach this impressive number. delawareestuary.org/mark-…
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The social work team at @FreeLibrary connects patrons to key services and government resources. Use this flier to find social worker office hours at your local branch of the Free Library this December. pic.twitter.com/WrWTgIeb1…
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Council of DC
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On this date in 1800, our Nation's Capital shifted from Philly to DC For 3 whole months, we held that status PLUS we had the right to vote for Congress *and* President But on February 27, 1801, we lost both votes: President until 1961, Congress until?!? #DCStatehood
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Philadelphia Police Department ✓
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Wanted: Suspect for Theft in the 9th District [VIDEO] blotter.sites.phillypolic…
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Do you live or work in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia counties? PennDOT has district offices to help serve your local communities. Learn more about what's going on near you by subscribing to news from your specific district. ➡ penndot.pa.gov/District6 pic.twitter.com/ze5h3I56j…
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Philadelphia Schools
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Join the conversation virtually to discuss our facilities in the School District of Philadelphia! 📅 Tuesday, December 3 ⏰ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Register now: bit.ly/fppdec3 #PHLed
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Philadelphia Fire ✓
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Daily totals for Sunday, December 1: 🚑: 708 EMS incidents 🚒: 196 fire incidents 🔥: 3 working fires #PFDstrongertogether
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ISEPTAPHILLY
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Catch up on the latest #SEPTA news 📰 including canceled fare hearings, express trains for the #Eagles game 🚇➡🏈, and $5 off at @TheFranklin 🚂: mailchi.mp/septa/the-isep…! #ISEPTAPHILLY #waytogo
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Visit Philly
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This week's lineup is full of festivity! Celebrate RockyFest 2024, attend the Winter Kickoff at the @pleasetouch Museum, catch the glow of the Philly Holiday Tree and more! #visitphilly #thingstodoinphilly #phillyholidays www.visitphilly.com/uwish…
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City of Philadelphia ✓
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Starting today, the City has launched Phase 1 of a new Twice-A-Week Trash Collection initiative for residents in the boundaries of Callowhill Street to Pattison Avenue, between the Schuylkill Expressway (30th Street) and Delaware Avenue. More information: www.phila.gov/2024-11-14-…
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Councilmember Jamie Gauthier ✓
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Improvements are coming to Malcolm X Park! Join us to learn more and give input on Wednesday, December 6th at 6 PM!
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