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Alteva Shows Off Business Technology In New Streetside Location On Independence Mall

Philadelphia-based Alteva has moved into new digs in the heart of Independence Mall to show off the latest ways to communicate with co-workers:

2012/09/25

Local Literacy Group Brings Its Celebration to Independence Mall

The event, held at People’s Plaza (the monument at 5th and Market Streets honoring the First Amendment), was an opportunity for students of the Philadelphia-based Center for Literacy to tell their stories through poetry or essays.

2012/09/14

U.S. Army band at Independence Hall (Credit: Ian Bush)

Celebrating July 4th Where It All Began

A rousing ceremony at Independence Mall kicked off Philadelphia’s activities to mark this 4th of July in America’s birthplace.

2012/07/04

The Philly Pops Play At Independence Mall For The 11th Year

Hundreds gathered on a warm but comfortable night on Independence Mall for the free show.

2012/07/04

Stigall Show Log 7.3.12

Chris details the saving of the Sunoco refinery by a private equity firm. He talks to Mark Erlbaum about a video project on the meaning of life, Head of the PA GOP Mike Barley, Congressman Pat Meehan about the latest in the Fast and Furious investigation, and Conservative Blogger Pamela Geller.

Talk Radio 1210 WPHT–2012/07/03

(Nate Kleinman with Occupy Philly Credit: Hadas Kuznits)

National Occupy Movement Arrives On Independence Mall

The Occupy Movement from around the country is meeting in Philadelphia for the movement’s first national gathering.

2012/06/30

(The US Mint in Philadelphia, with gallery windows overlooking the production floor. Credit: Pat Loeb)

US Mint Set To Reopen For Tours After Six-Month Makeover

Finishing touches are being put on a six-month, $4-million makeover of the tour at the US Mint in Philadelphia, which reopens to the public on July 3rd.

2012/06/27

(National Museum of American Jewish History Curator Josh Perelman at the George Washington Exhibit, Photo Provided)

Positively Philadelphia: George Washington Exhibit At Jewish History Museum

The new exhibit highlights the importance of religous freedoms to the founding fathers.

2012/06/24

From Lego Bricks, A Lemonade Stand For Alex’s, The Cancer Foundation

The world’s largest Lego lemonade stand was being built Friday on Independence Mall.

2012/06/08

City Set To Tap Keg On Fifth Annual Philly Beer Week

What began as a salute to all things beer five years ago has grown into an annual rite of Spring. The fifth annual Philly Beer Week begins Friday evening.

2012/06/01

Girl Scouts 100 Year Anniversary Exhibit On Display At National Constitution Center

A new exhibit opened today at the National Constitution Center celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the Girl Scouts.

2012/05/12

Top Spots For Women’s History In Philadelphia

March is Women’s History Month, and Philadelphia is celebrating the lives of notable ladies of the past and present.

2012/03/12

(Fourth graders from Cassidy Elementary School burn off some excess energy during a field trip to the Independence Hall area on a 60-degree day in February. Credit: Cherri Gregg)

Mild February Weather Has Many Philadelphia Area Residents Smiling

Wednesday’s 60+ degree weather was just what the doctor ordered for many in and around Independence Mall.

2012/02/22

(Scaffolding covered the Independence Hall tower for more than a year during restoration. File photo by Mike DeNardo)

Saturday Afternoon Ceremony Slated For Restart of Independence Hall Clock Chimes

By Tim Jimenez PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — After an 18-month wait, a historic bell will toll tomorrow on Independence Mall in Philadelphia. No, not that bell. This one is called the Centennial Bell, and it hangs […]

2012/02/17