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"Flash forward ten years, I was front row at Carpenter’s first hometown arena show at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia."- Staff Writer / Mattie McKay

The Short N’ Sweet concert from a day one fan’s perspective

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

So, I had the absolute pleasure of attending Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’ Sweet” tour last Tuesday, Oct. 8.  This was Carpenter’s first time headlining areas, and accompanying the tour is...

Sixers graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Gerovasiliou: The Sixers’ move to center city is a loss for the fans

Gerasimos Gerovasiliou, Contributor October 2, 2024

After months of speculation, the Sixers have just secured themselves a new downtown arena.  Cherelle Parker, Philadelphia’s 100th mayor, announced on Wednesday, Sept. 18 that the Philadelphia 76ers...

"When Minaj began her first verse the audience's lights flashed throughout the stadium as we admired her look rocking bright pink hair and a silver corset." - Staff Writer / Maryela Gallardo

Nicki Minaj takes Philly by storm: Inside the epic Gag City Tour concert experience

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Queen Nicki Minaj touched down in Philadelphia to perform a sold-out show for her Gag City Tour at The Wells Fargo Center arena on March 29. Bringing Barbz a set list featuring songs from her early mixtapes...

Student Julia Quennessen speaking to a Philadelphia Flower Show attendee. - Photo via Isabella Cristinziani

Smells of spring at Philadelphia Flower Show

Maryela Gallardo March 6, 2024

The smell of plants, flowers, and soil captured the attention of various attendees who walked by the Smell Studio’s table at the Philadelphia Flower Show on March 3, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The flower...

Jason Kelce graphic. - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman

Eastman: A tribute to Jason Kelce

Dakota Eastman March 6, 2024

Words cannot even begin to express how much Jason Kelce means to not only the Philadelphia Eagles organization but the entire city of Philadelphia. Kelce might be the most iconic player in the franchise's...

All of the major players in the blockbuster trade. - Image via Clutch Points

O’Brien: I’m (not entirely) out on the Sixers

Owen O'Brien November 15, 2023

He did it again. On Oct. 31, the Philadelphia 76ers traded James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers. And, wow, what a sad, stupid trade that was. What weakness it exposed for all involved.  What...

Restore Dispensaries is just shy of a mile away from campus. -Photo via restoredispensaries.com

Glassboro cannabis shop Restore Dispensary talks about cannabis cultures

Bryant Lopez April 20, 2023

Since April 21, 2022, the day cannabis was legalized in New Jersey, dispensaries have continued to dot the landscape. Restore Dispensary, a medical marijuana merchant with six locations in Pennsylvania,...

Four bands played at Riviera's Feb. 17 show: Hidden Ivy, Fair Game, Wescansin and Echo Plum. - Copy Editor / Sylent Michaels

The Riviera rocks: Four local bands perform to energetic crowd

Al Harmon February 22, 2023

The Riviera is a popular concert venue located in a bustling college town that draws in crowds from all over Glassboro. The venue has become well-known for hosting up-and-coming bands and musicians and...

Philadelphia Eagles fans flood the streets of Philly after the Eagles won the NFC Championship on Jan. 29. - Photo / Simone Brooks

Pala: There’s no logic to Philly sports fandom

Nigel Pala February 1, 2023

Philadelphia sports fans are the eighth “Wonder of the World." It's a unit to ironically marvel, with a cult-like culture that is built on blind faith and high levels of emotion that you simply have...

“Without Arrows” will focus on the lives of a Native American family. - Photo via Jonathan Olshefski

Rowan professor and filmmaker Jonathan Olshefski secures funding for new documentary

Al Harmon February 1, 2023

Jonathan Olshefski, a Rowan University professor whose film "QUEST" received Emmy nominations for Best Documentary and Best Social Issue Documentary, recently received a major grant from JustFilms, a...

Scott Franzke talks with Rowan students following his discussion. - Photo / @RowanSportsCAM on Twitter.

Scott Franzke talks path to Phillies World Series run during “Pizza With The Pros”

Seth Fisher November 16, 2022

The Philadelphia Phillies World Series run provided Philadelphians and baseball fans alike with an exciting stretch of heart-pounding games and surreal moments. Scott Franzke, the radio play-by-play voice...

"Fans can attest that there has been a drought in the last few years, especially regarding Extreme Rules. It's the one night of the year when the WWE shows the fans how extreme they can get. But unfortunately, they could not offer that under Vince McMahon's control." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Extreme Rules 2022: WWE returns to Its extreme roots in Philadelphia

Joshua Counts October 12, 2022

The WWE pay-per-view live event, Extreme Rules, came to the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, where fans saw wrestlers go to the absolute extreme. There was the crowning of a new champion, history made...

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