phillyburbs

phillyburbs

Breaking News + eNewspaper

221 ratings
37 reviews
With Ads#193 in top-grossing News
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 25, 2018
  • May 27, 2026
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Access local news, in-depth journalism, and engaging multimedia content. Stay informed with breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts through customizable notifications. Enjoy a streamlined reading experience with offline access and a digital replica of the print edition.

In-depth local journalism
Breaking news and alerts
Sports coverage
Customizable notifications
Offline reading
eNewspaper access
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What's New in phillyburbs

8.10.2

May 27, 2026

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

Subscription plans

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Charts

Top Grossing

📊 193

News

The app has maintained its position at 193 recently.

Last updated on September 2, 2026.

User reviews

Philly burbs

Many times the Intelligencer does not open - only the Courier Times

Philly burbs Name change

Being from the burbs and working in the city … anything with Philly connected to the name has very bad mojo … for real I’m not joking

App changes my default newspaper.

App changes my default newspaper, The Intelligencer, to the Courier Times and there is no obvious way to change it back.

Philly burbs

Does not include The Daily Intelligencer in PA list

Philly burbs

Does not include The Daily Intelligencer in PA list

Developer apps

User experience

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Reported Bugs

14 issues

App does not open

Bug

App changes default newspaper to Courier Times

Bug

Unable to change default newspaper back

Bug

The Daily Intelligencer not listed

Bug

Unable to view e-edition

Bug

App freezes frequently

Bug

Login issues after transition

Bug

Password reset not working

Bug

App requires daily sign-in

Bug

Classified screen goes blank

Bug

App asks to subscribe again for paid subscribers

Bug

Notifications not working

Bug

Subscription management features missing

Bug

App not working for Intelligencer subscribers

Bug

Requested Features

8 requests

Allow changing default newspaper

Feature

Include The Daily Intelligencer

Feature

Improve classified ad functionality

Feature

Bring back scroll feature

Feature

Allow e-paper to fill screen width

Feature

Improve text expansion for older users

Feature

Improve login persistence

Feature

Add subscription management features

Feature

FAQ

What kind of content does the app provide?

The app delivers local news, including in-depth journalism, community events, high school and professional sports coverage, and engaging multimedia content like photography and videos. It also offers an eNewspaper that mirrors the print edition.

How do I get breaking news updates?

You can receive real-time notifications for breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts. These notifications can be tailored to your specific interests, ensuring you stay informed about what matters most to you.

Is this app free to use?

Subscriptions are required to access the full content of the app. These subscriptions are charged to your account upon purchase and automatically renew monthly or yearly, unless turned off in your account settings.

Can I read articles offline?

Yes, the app allows for offline reading. You can also customize your experience by saving favorite stories, adjusting text size, and using night mode for a more comfortable reading experience.

What is the eNewspaper feature?

The eNewspaper feature provides a digital replica of the print edition, accessible on your mobile devices. It also offers access to USA TODAY and over 200 other local eNewspapers.