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No heart, no Fight, no identity: What is wrong with the Flyers?

Oct 10, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Marat Khusnutdinov (92) scores a goal past Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) during the third period at TD Garden.
The Flyers' loss to the Bruins showcased a severe lack of identity for the Flyers. But how bad was it?
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Attorney General Dave Sunday, pictured in an August 2026 file photo, said many vapes are marketed to children.

Pennsylvania vape, e-cigarette restrictions set to take effect this month

Pennsylvania will begin enforcing stricter vape and e-cigarette regulations Oct. 19, limiting which products can legally be sold across the state.
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"The First Bite" at Terra Grill is shown.

Northern Liberties’ Monster Mash returns with 18 Halloween-inspired Bloody Marys

Plenty of tomato juice, hot sauce and spooky creativity is heading to Northern Liberties this month — the Monster Mash: Bloody Mary challenge is officially back.
A conceptual rendering of ‘KPop Demon Hunters: The Immersive Experience’ is shown.

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ takes over Netflix House Philadelphia

Philly, it’s time to grab your mic, warm up those dance moves and get ready to hunt some demons. Netflix House is bringing the world of 'KPop Demon Hunters' to life next month.

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Where Philadelphia Latinos stand on politics, democracy, and engagement

Reverend Adan Mairena from West Kensington Ministry at Norris Square.

2Puntos Platform partnered with LULAC Pennsylvania to conduct a survey with the goal of better understanding where Latines stand on politics, voting, and democracy amid the current political climate. 

Marianne Wright has been charged with murder, possession of an instrument of crime and abuse of a corpse.
Crime
A Philadelphia woman faces murder charges after her alleged romantic partner was found stabbed to death inside a closet at an East Germantown apartment.
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson speaks about his Philly Food Affordability Act legislation Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at Philabundance's South Philadelphia warehouse.
Politics
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson wants to establish a permanent municipal office dedicated to food insecurity and explore the potential for city-funded grocery stores.
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The Market Street Bridge and buildings along the Schuylkill River are shown in Philadelphia.
Local News
A section of the Schuylkill Expressway will be closed in both directions this weekend, state transportation officials said.
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South Philadelphia

Stateside Live! Halloween weekend brings boos, beats and brunch to South Philly

DJ and Grammy Award-winning producer Afrojack will headline the Coors Light Stage with special guest Murda Beatz on Friday, Oct. 30.

Ready to get your Halloween weekend plans brewing? Stateside Live! is cooking up four days of spooky fun in South Philly.

Old City

Philly’s Bread Room celebrates first anniversary with $10 unlimited toast

The Bread Room is celebrating its one-year anniversary with a Toast Bar Party.

Philly's Bread Room celebrates its first anniversary Oct. 17 with a $10 unlimited toast party, plus seasonal baking classes for adults and kids this month.

Books

‘Real Housewives’ producer brings murder mystery to Philadelphia in debut novel

Timothy Hedden has released his debut novel,

Former 'Real Housewives' producer Timothy Hedden discusses his debut novel, 'Dead Housewives of Philadelphia,' and how his reality TV career inspired the thriller.

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What's behind the Flyers' winless start to the season?

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 now winless in five games, but what's really behind the slump?
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Philadelphia 76ers forward Lebron James (23) defends Brooklyn Nets forward Julius Randle (30) during the first half at Barclays Center.
LeBron James impressed as a playmaker in the Sixers' preseason loss to the Nets, but turnovers and Joel Embiid's uneven performance raised concerns.
Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) acknowledges the crowd as he walks off the field during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park.
There are two big bats available for the Phillies to sign in the outfield this offseason. Which option suits the team better?
Philadelphia 76ers guard Labaron Philon Jr. (00) reacts during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Sixers face the Brooklyn Nets in their second preseason game. Here's what to watch, including lineup questions, roster depth, game time and TV information.

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