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Scoop: Philadelphia to get a Portal installation
Philadelphia is getting a Portal.Why it matters: The round art installation with a two-way, all-hours livestream to another city has drawn thousands of visitors to other locations — and shenanigans.Driving the news: A Portals spokesperson confirmed to Axios that the porthole-like sculpture is coming to Philly, but declined to provide details about when or where.Portals plans to share more information next week.A spokesperson for Mayor Cherelle Parker's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.The intrigue: Crews could be seen on Friday setting up what appears to be one of the structures in LOVE Park.Catch up quick: Lithuanian artist and entrepreneur Benediktas Gylys created the Portal and opened the first one in 2021, connecting Vilnius, Lithuania, to Lublin, Poland.Portals are now also located in New York City and Dublin.While the Portals were originally linked in pairs, the company began connecting all four cities on a rotating livestream in August.Context: New York City's Portal — the first in the U.S. — opened in May, and was linked only to Dublin at the time.However, the video feed was taken offline days later over "inappropriate behavior" from both sides of the Atlantic.The NYC-Dublin Portals were later opened with new safeguards.
Philly’s first permanent mural about voting is all about hope
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. After years of promoting voting with pop-up signs and murals around Election Day, Philadelphia now has a permanent mural to always remind residents of the power of voting.
Mansfield sprint football drops high scoring “Pink Out” Game with Chestnut Hill
MANSFIELD, P.A. (WETM) – Mansfield University sprint football fell short in a tough battle with Chestnut Hill. Chestnut Hill spoiled Mansfield University’s annual breast cancer awareness, “Pink Out” Game, on Saturday. Despite early offense from the Mountaineers, the Griffins took the lead the before the half and fended off a late Mansfield charge 42-35. Mid-way […]
Bucks County’s Mike Daley is the Man Behind America’s Grandest Private Whiskey Collection
Mike Daley, a Bucks County resident and multi-millionaire, possesses one of the largest private whiskey collections in the United States. Mike Daley, a Bucks County resident and multi-millionaire, possesses one of the largest private whiskey collections in the United States, writes Brad Japhne for Food & Wine. His expansive estate,...
Police need better community outreach | PennLive letters
Police officers throughout Delaware County should build trust and citizens should be cooperative. Our Delaware County Police Departments through all boroughs and townships have to do a better job of having community engagement and outreach. It is confounded that the cycle of news we consume weekly has a number of...
Bucks County Courier Times wins 8 awards from PA NewsMedia Association including top honor
The Bucks County Courier Times took home eight awards in this year’s Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association’s annual Keystone awards including the state’s most prestigious journalism award. The winning entries in the Division III newspapers category were picked from among more than 2,660 entries this year from 132 Pennsylvania...
Philadelphia wants to make a mural of "real life Rockys"
Philly tourism and art officials are looking for "real life Rockys" to feature in a mural to be unveiled at RockyFest in December.Why it matters: Becoming an honorary Rocky is on every Philadelphian's bucket list.Driving the news: The Philadelphia Visitors Center Corporation and Mural Arts are looking for four locals who "embody the Rocky story" of grit, resilience and perseverance to be part of a mural designed by artist Ash Ryan.They're accepting submissions through Friday, Oct. 25, for anyone who has the "Eye of the Tiger."Nominees should have an inspirational story, be involved in their community and display determination, heart, compassion and Philly pride.What they're saying: The competition celebrates the city's "unsung heroes who make Philadelphia a better place," Kathryn Ott Lovell, president of Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, said in a news release.What's next: RockyFest runs Dec. 3-8, kicking off with Rocky Day to celebrate the release of the original 1976 Oscar-winning film.
Bristol High School terrorizes Jenkintown in 42-6 victory
Our crews have covered 131 teams across the Delaware Valley; we've seen everything from long touchdowns to pick-sixes and special teams blunders. Week 7's Game of the Week took us to the outskirts of Philadelphia for a primetime matchup between the Bristol High School Warriors and the Jenkintown Drakes.The Bristol Warriors delivered a commanding performance against the Jenkintown Drakes, controlling the game on both sides of the ball. By halftime, Jenkintown found themselves trailing 35-6, unable to keep pace with Bristol.Starting the third quarter, the Drakes leaned heavily on their running game after finding little success through the air. Jenkintown quarterback Jon...
Owls become Golden Hurricane hunters on Homecoming
PHILADELPHIA – The Temple football team couldn't have asked for a better Homecoming football day. The mid-October temperatures reached 70 degrees, the lots were filled with tailgaters, and a solid number of fans who entered the stadium sat in sun-splashed seats. The Owls also had a beatable opponent in...
Bristol Day, Tyler Arts fest and Quakertown Autumn Alive: Best bets for fun in Bucks County
It's a near perfect weekend in Bucks County and here's a few things to do this weekend. Historic Bristol Day is our top pick as this time-honored fall tradition mixes fun, history and river views. Here are some ideas to fill your weekend in Bucks:. Lambertville Halloween Film Festival. A...
Large portion of Delaware Valley faces moderate or severe drought
Drought conditions are expanding throughout the Delaware Valley and with not much rain in the forecast, officials are asking people to be careful with water use and fires."It's been really, really dry. There's been times where the grass has been totally brown," said Trudy Kuksick.Action News found Kuksick watering her plants outside of her Buckingham Township home, trying to keep them alive.It's become a daily ritual for her lately."We desperately, desperately need some really drenching rain," she said.Buckingham Township, Bucks County, was one of the places where officials asked people not to have any open burns on Friday.AccuWeather Meteorologist Payton...
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