February 16-22, 2006
the bell curve
The Bell CurveCity Paper's weekly gauge of Philly's Quality of Life
Vince Fumo chases down a purse-snatcher while on vacation in Florida. Aides say he hasn't moved so fast since that time Dougherty crank-called with his Robert Mueller impression. Plus 2
Paul Green School of Rock and the Fabric Workshop will be forced to move when the Convention Center expands once again. "CONVENTION CENTER HUNGRY!" says Convention Center, eyes Chinatown, wipes spittle from cheek. Minus 3
Part-time toll collector from Philly accused of stealing $5,000 from Pa. Turnpike tolls over two-week period. "And you can kiss that money goodbye," says collector. "I blew it all on Homies." Minus 1
Patti LaBelle's LaBelle trio is planning a reunion tour. Which reminds us: Who ate the other two members of the LaBelle trio? Plus 1
Critics say the Philly Auto Show doesn't get the best cars in part because the Convention Center is not big enough to compete with other cities. "MMM! CHINESE!" says Convention Center. Even
Hundreds protest the Inquirer's publishing of the controversial Danish cartoons. Meanwhile, Tony Auth draws Moses fisting Miss Piggy and nobody notices. Even
UPenn bioethicist disputes President Bush's stem cell policy on 60 Minutes. Drexel bioethicist wonders why they call the show 60 Minutes. Plus 2
Mayor Street gives the city a B+ for its snow removal efforts following last weekend's storm. Rick Tocchet had the under at C-, loses $10,000. Plus 1
Philadelphia Science Center in University City announces plans for a $600 million expansion. BeholdSON OF CONVENTION CENTER! Plus 1
Total pluses: 7
Total minuses: 4
This week's total: 3
Last week's total: 6
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