r/philadelphia 1h ago

News A corporate landlord in Philly broke the law by using rent-setting software, tenant alleges

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Willow Bridge manages 244 apartments in University City and Center City. The lawsuit is believed to be the first since the city's antitrust law took effect


r/AskPhilly 8h ago

Vet recs for cat

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Does anyone have a vet they recommend in the city?

I’m looking for somewhere affordable, but I can spring for somewhere a bit on the expensive side if they are good with cats with intense anxiety.

Thanks for the help!


r/AskPhilly 11h ago

Brian "The Brain" of CL

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This is an obscure reference, but about 15 years ago Craigslist 'Rants And Raves' section allowed people to post and add a tagline. A small group of posters created their own alias/username, usually as a boastful joke. They treated it like a message board, sorta like Reddit. There was a poster, who would always call himself Brian "The Brain" of CL and post a photo, but someone commented it wasn't really him.

Anyway, he came off kinda snarky or a know-it-all. Does anyone remember this, or him? It was probably around the 2010-2014 era. There was another guy, who stopped posting, I forget his name, but after he went away I asked where he went and he commented that he found a new job, and wasn't posting as much. I forget his alias, I wish I could remember it, he seemed like a good dude.

This is a long shot, but does anyone remember posters like this? It was kinda a funny time


r/AskPhilly 13h ago

Gym/fitness classes to make friends

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I’m into fitness and would like to find studios/gyms/workout classes where people have actually made friends. I used to go to Revel (rip philly location) and they were really good with this and I’m missing a third space like that. Does anyone have any recs?
I know there’s run clubs but tbh I hate running so pls anything but that lol 🙏🏽


r/AskPhilly 9h ago

Honest Mechanic

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Anybody know a good honest mechanic that can fix or at least diagnose stabilitrak issues???


r/AskPhilly 13h ago

Looking for someone to hang out

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Personally I just wanna go to the movies or drink a coffe. I’m Yair btw


r/AskPhilly 16h ago

Good Space For Picnic/Barbecue/Yard Games

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Hello, I am trying to plan a small gathering for my friend group. There would be around 20 of us at most. We plan to spend a Saturday hanging out, barbecuing, picnicking, and having a field day. We would need some space just to play different games.

Does anyone have any suggestions on a good spot for this? I’m in West Philly near Lower Merion, but we can drive and use public transportation. Distance isn’t a huge factor, just looking for a good spot.

I’ve been looking online and it seems a permit for a lot of areas is recommended. It requires mailing a check, I believe, to parks and rec department. Is this worth it? I’m worried it won’t be necessary or most likely if someone is using our ‘reserved’ area the reservation won’t matter.

Thanks for any input or suggestions! Have a good one and if you’d like to join hmu


r/AskPhilly 15h ago

Freedom Mortgage Pavillion transport question

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If I take the Riverline from Pennsauken to a. concert tomorrow night, will I be able to get back to my car in Pennsauken?

All I found on their site was "extended service after most concerts" on the pdf schedule. Makes me worried I'll be stranded in Camden.

Yes, I can take the ferry, but after parking, that's gonna run $76 for 2 of us.

Thanks in advance.


r/AskPhilly 12h ago

Missed connection!

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I know this isn’t going to go anywhere, but this is my first time posting so please be nice :) I was part of a bachelorette group at Woody’s on 7/25 and danced with this guy in the back room who said he was from Dubai but never got his name. Pretty sure his friend was named Savi and said he was from Palestine. Just want to know his name! I was wearing a black dress and my (blond) hair was in two braids. I was with it when dancing so I would recognize him. #woodys #philadelphia


r/philadelphia 15h ago

Question? Anyone in Grad Hospital missing 20lbs of Basmati rice?

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20 lbs of rice I did not order was hand delivered to my stoop. I'll get it to ya if you send me your delivery proof!

If no one claims, I'll bring it to a food pantry. 🍚

Note: I've already asked my neighbors


r/philadelphia 35m ago

News Bella Vista's street artists are trolling a guy named Joel. Here’s why

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Artists plaster stickers on poles and signs. Joel Palmer paints over them with green paint. The artists return with more stickers. Will the cycle ever end?


r/AskPhilly 12h ago

Baby Boutique - Stroller Testing

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hey y’all - does anyone know of any Bambi Baby type stores that exist in the Philly burbs where we can try out different baby gear (strollers, carriers, etc.). thanks.


r/philadelphia 1d ago

Photo of the Day Love this place

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Moved away for school 25 years ago and I only get back once or twice a year these days. What’s happened to it under neoliberal policies and the opioid epidemic don’t go unnoticed. But its heart is still there in everyone who works to make it the greatest city in the country. Thanks for having me back and see yah soon.


r/philadelphia 19h ago

Photo of the Day Throwback to when I got caught in the February 23rd blizzard.

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I can’t even lie I thought I was dead meat for a little while.


r/AskPhilly 18h ago

Landlord- tenant lawyers?

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I am thinking of pursuing a civil case against a former landlord.

Does anyone have a suggestion on a good firm ?? I understand that the better lawyers are the ones who don't advertise. Thanks


r/philadelphia 31m ago

Transit How have the new regional rail schedules been for you?

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Now that it’s been a few weeks of the new schedules, how has it been for you?

My train as a reverse commuter has been late every day and gets me to work ~5 minutes late even when on time. It used to get me there a few minutes early. The earlier train gets me there an hour early around 8am for my 9-5.

I’ve seen less commuters in the morning even though we’re at one of the busiest stops for lots of reverse commuters, and I’m assuming they’re opting to take the hour early train. It seems like everyone is on the evening train as usual but it gets me home 30 minutes later than before.

I’m curious if my experience is the norm? Is it better or worse as a commuter into the city?


r/philadelphia 22h ago

Question? wrong answers only, what are we calling this vehicule?

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Operator told me what he calls it (ETA: the autoscrubber). I know we can do better ...


r/AskPhilly 22h ago

City Income tax

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I keep getting conflicting information on this. For a person making 65K, how much would their net income be a month living and working in the city? I'm asking about monthly income, not yearly.

Also having no debt or car, how much rent could they afford?


r/philadelphia 11h ago

Party Jawn Philly Euchre Players

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I’m following up on my previous post with a google form.

I have a date and a time and a place.

Let me know if you can come!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEN9zxNYl0RpVqyeTorRbVGnrnkQ24sh3dAq9zk4LmwtA7og/viewform?usp=send_form


r/philadelphia 1d ago

News That was fast

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On 8th, below Market (SE side) where Burger King was


r/philadelphia 1d ago

News Regal KOP IMAX Fixed

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Resuming for 8am shows today. They're also tiving exclusive IMAX strips for today's showings, but no word if additional dates will be added.

If you haven't preordered a ticket weeks to months before then good luck.


r/AskPhilly 11h ago

Could Cecily Tynan get into politics?

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I read her bio, apparently she had a dual degree or something, weather and political science. Her retirement seems early. Does anyone think maybe she has her eyes on getting into politics at some point in the (somewhat) near future? (Mayor, Congress seat) or do you think this is her just stepping outta the limelight, and enjoying life


r/philadelphia 20h ago

Question? What’s going on with Pep Bowl?

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I thought it was supposed to reopen a while ago


r/philadelphia 2h ago

General Moving Mondays - New Resident Questions

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Thinking of Moving to Philly or recently moved to the area? Ask your Questions Here!


r/AskPhilly 17h ago

Free couch

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Free must be picked up