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Multiple rowhomes, cars vandalized with red spray paint in Port Richmond
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Residents in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood are working to clean up their properties after someone vandalized multiple homes and vehicles with red spray paint.According to police, officers responded to the 2600 block of East Monmouth Street after getting complaints that multiple homes were spray painted early Sunday morning.In total, police said five homes were hit by the vandalism on Edgemont, Birch and East Ann streets. Three cars were also vandalized with spray paint, police said."I've lived here 57 years and I've never seen nothing like this at all," said John Alfonso, a Port Richmond resident. "It's always...
11th annual Philly 10k shuts down streets, but opens new pathways for thousands of runners
The Philly 10k had its 11th run on Sunday morning. Thousands of runners from near and far taking part in one of the city’s fastest-growing runs were rewarded with some uncommon views of the city.
Philadelphia Celebrates Unsung Municipal Heroes in New Video Series Spearheaded by Mayor’s Intern
The City of Brotherly Love shines a light on its unsung heroes, the municipal workers that keep its gears turning. A new video series launched by the Office of Human Resources and backed by the Mayor’s Internship Program features the diverse roles within Philadelphia's city government. Spearheaded by Ellie Glowacki, a Syracuse University undergrad, and the Mayor’s Intern, the series explores City employees' experiences.
Two Mikes and a Bill: Bennifer divorce again, new Philly art and end of summer
FOX 29's Mike Greenridge, Mike Jerrick and special guest Vince DeFruscio discuss this week's hottest topics, including Jen and Ben getting divorced, Philadelphia's new art of the Schuylkill and when does summer end?
Sun-Drenched Week Ahead for Philadelphia with Temperatures Climbing into the 90s
The National Weather Service forecasts a period of sunny weather in Philadelphia, with temperatures gradually heating up over the week. Residents can expect today to be sunny with a high near 87 degrees and a light southwest wind picking up in the afternoon. The evening will remain mostly clear with a low around 68 degrees.
1 dead, 1 injured after car crashes into Philadelphia Fire Department truck in North Philly, police say
One person is dead and another person is injured after a car crashed into a Philadelphia Fire Department ladder truck in North Philadelphia on Saturday, police say. The crash happened around 12:10 p.m. at the intersection of West Lehigh and West Sedgley avenues, NBC10 reported. The firetruck was traveling westbound along West Lehigh Avenue on the way to an assignment, when a car traveling north on West Sedgley Avenue allegedly cut in front of the truck, causing the two vehicles to crash, authorities say.
Curio Theatre Company Celebrates 20 Years in West Philadelphia and Opens Season with The Thanksgiving Play
Curio Theatre Company celebrates 20 years of theatre in West Philadelphia this upcoming season. The company kicks off this anniversary season with the Philadelphia premiere of Larissa Fasthorse’s Broadway hit, The Thanksgiving Play. Then the company debuts a new Make/Partake production of The Three Little Pigs during the holiday season. In the New Year, audiences can spend one night with the powerhouse that is Shirley Chisholm in Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed. The season concludes with a return to the hysterical A Funeral Farce, co-written by Curio founders Paul Kuhn and Jared Reed.
New Student Orientation for the Class of 2028
The Class of 2028 students kicked off their first year by getting to know each other—and the Penn campus—at New Student Orientation (NSO) Aug. 21-26. The program is a series of events to help students acclimate to their new life at Penn, with special events for transfer, international, and first-generation and/or limited-income students.
Two Teens Shot in Philadelphia’s Olney Neighborhood, One Critical (Video)
Philadelphia’s ongoing gun violence crisis continues to impact the city’s youth, with the latest incident occurring in the Olney neighborhood early this morning. Two teenage boys were shot just after midnight, leaving one critically injured and the other in stable condition. The incident has prompted a large-scale police response, with multiple scenes under investigation as authorities work to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
Philadelphia Union III drop UPSL opener at Union SC
Philadelphia Union III, the new name for the Union Development Squad, made their fall season debut in UPSL on Saturday with a road trip to New Jersey to take on Union SC. The hosts scored first on a penalty kick from David Garcia after a foul was whistled in the box but pressure from Victor Carneiro on the left side created a turnover to Jack Illig, who set up Brett Seemuller for the finish in the box to equalize.
Photo Gallery: Episcopal Academy vs Conestoga
Episcopal Academy girls hosted Conestoga for a preseason friendly on Friday at Episcopal Academy. Conestoga had a goal in each half to win 2-0…. This content is for Monthly Membership, Annual Membership, and Two-Day Pass members only. Join Now Please upgrade your subscription if you’d like to view it....
Brocious Collects a Pair of Goals as Drexel takes down Penn, 2-1
PHILADELPHIA - Liv Brocious tallied twice as Drexel women's soccer downed their University City rival Penn 2-1 Sunday night in Philadelphia. The Dragons opened the game scoring their first goal in the 15th minute. Brocious received the cross from Casey Touey and hit a header into the bottom of the net for her first goal of the season, getting Drexel on the board 1-0.
Philly gets federal money to explore ‘cool roofs’
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. The city of Philadelphia is getting money from the federal government to help make homes...
Temple Owls quarterback Forrest Brock game week preview
Forrest Brock, a redshirt junior quarterback for Temple, has a unique sense of humor when it comes to the competitive nature of football. Recently, he revealed to reporters that the initial snaps of Friday's scrimmage were decided by a game of Rock, Paper, Scissors. Despite this lighthearted approach, Brock is fully aware of the seriousness of his situation. He knows he has a legitimate opportunity to start in Temple's season opener against the Oklahoma Sooners on August 30 in Norman, Oklahoma.
Calling Bluey fans: You can visit the Heeler house in the Philadelphia area
CAMP — which offers ticketed immersive family experiences — has added the Philadelphia area as the fourth U.S. stop of Bluey x CAMP. It’s a collaboration with BBC Studios and Ludo Studio — the series has taken the world by storm since being picked up on Disney Plus.
Demaj Jalloh, Santana Young shine as CD East tops York High in Rose Bowl
YORK — CD East lost its top offensive weapon on the first series of Saturday’s season opener against York High at the York Rose Bowl, with Jared Porter turning an ankle. The Panthers could’ve shelled up. Instead, they exploded. If you purchase a product or register for...
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