With spring practices in the rear view mirror, we are entering the darkest period of the NFL calendar. Let's do a mailbag or two to pass the time, shall we? And as always thanks for doing half the work for me.

Philadelphia's historic district will become a giant puzzle board on June 27 when Watson Adventures brings a Hamilton-themed scavenger hunt to Old City.

Food trucks will take over Linvilla Orchards next weekend when the farm hosts its annual Summer Food Truck Frenzy.

The family of Barbara Friedes, a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor killed by a drunk driver while riding her bike in Center City two years ago, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the man who was behind the wheel. Michael Vahey is now serving six to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty last year.

Dr. Peter Stafford and his family have returned to the United States after Stafford recovered from Ebola at a German hospital. Stafford tested positive for Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo for Serge, a Christian missionary organization based in Jenkintown.

A union of 1,200 nurses at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital voted Monday to authorize a strike if a new deal isn't reached. The group says negotiations have stalled as it seeks improvements to staffing, security and benefits.

Thunderbird Salvage, the popular Fishtown thrift store known for its vintage and estate-sale finds, will open its warehouse to the public for a special one-day sale on Sunday, June 21.

Taylor Swift is commissioning Rock Lititz, an entertainment company in Lancaster County that she's previously worked with, to build a stage for her star-studded wedding to Travis Kelce, TMZ reported.

The Flyers have a foundation again, which makes draft picks a bit easier to move for more immediately impactful players.

The New World Screwworm, a fly species that feeds on wounds of livestock and pets, was detected in Texas this month. Officials in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are taking steps to prevent the spread of the invasive insect.

Atlantic City's 48 Blocks Festival returns Sept. 19 with live music, local artists, food vendors and mural tours throughout the city's Inlet neighborhood.

Main Line health plans to add a five-story tower to Paoli Hospital in Chester County. The $220 to $240 million project is part of the health system's effort to extend its reach in the greater Philadelphia region.

Woll will form the Flyers' new goaltending duo with Dan Vladar, while Sam Ersson and Emil Andrae go to the Leafs.

The Fishtown Thai restaurant Kalaya and Royal Sushi & Izakaya chef Jesse Ito won James Beard Awards on Monday night. They were among seven semifinalists from Philadelphia.

Now that DeVonta Smith is the unquestioned WR1 for the Eagles, his contract needs to reflect it and before the price tag gets even higher.

Fans of "La La Land" can watch the film accompanied by a live orchestra at The Met Philadelphia on Nov. 28.

"I like Swain for the Sixers because he permits you to go multiple directions."

It's a perfect time to fantasize about how these five local pro teams can make championship cases and their best bets will be if some of the 25 players below pan out.

During the offseason, we'll be taking a close look at Philadelphia Eagles players of interest who are currently on the roster but we may not know a lot about just yet. In this edition, we'll take a look at backup quarterback Andy Dalton.

How creative can new Sixers shot-caller Mike Gansey get in trade talks? It depends how disruptive he is willing to be.

SEPTA said it would seek requests for information from potential developers about the future of Germantown Station on the Chestnut HIll East Line. The authority is looking to establish a mixed-use property at the site.

Here are some photos that capture Philly's first week as World Cup hosts from the build-up, to the FIFA Fan Festival to the first match at Lincoln Financial Field.

Getting into the greener but high-upside NHL Draft prospects, Xavier Villeneuve, Ryan Lin, and Brooks Rogowski are names for the Flyers to consider.

Dad jokes can help parents bond with their children, a preprint study finds. The best ones contain puns, a focus on small details and a literal interpretation. Jokes involving family members or pets prove particularly humorous, too.

The PPA said it would only allow residents of surrounding neighborhoods to park near Lemon Hill, the site of the FIFA Fan Festival. But some who live in Fairmount say they've been unfairly penalized since the start of the World Cup.