Voice: Thomas Devaney

“Birder Backpacks” at 20 Free Library branches take Philadelphians from the stacks to the trails

Since the pandemic forced people outside, birding is having a moment. In Philly, it’s helping residents see their city anew

A call to action for all Philadelphians

We Walk PHL has logged over 3,000 walks in 28 city locations over the last eight years. It’s reshaping how Philadelphians feel and appreciate their parks

The Daily News’ first Black columnist, a civic giant, won a posthumous Pulitzer citation this week. A Philly writer remembers his lifesaving work — and his kindness

The park’s volunteer coordinator gets it done, from reclaiming lakes from the “phrag” to putting anyone who raises their hands to work.

Kicking up some dust with the coach, kids and families of the South Philly Sharks

A lifelong Philadelphian invites Reading Terminal Market lovers to share memories and stories about the city’s old world marketplace at a special event Wednesday