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Mario Cerrito’s SANTA CLAWS is coming to YOUR town this holiday season
The long tradition of horror at Christmas has been around ever since Ebenezer Scrooge was visited by three ghosts on Christmas eve night. The country was in an uproar to discover the dark side of Santa in films like Silent Night, Deadly Night and Christmas Evil. There’s just something downright scary about that magical day of December 25th.
3 Phillies who aren’t as safe as they think with the trade deadline approaching
With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching on July 30, the Philadelphia Phillies front office is tasked with taking a big-picture look at what upgrades are necessary on the current 26-man roster and, with the clock ticking, identifying holes that need fixing ahead of another playoff push. While the Phillies...
Philadelphia to Enjoy Sunny Weekend with Warm Temperatures, Possible Showers Expected Next Week
Philadelphia residents can expect a mostly sunny day ahead with temperatures set to rise near the 86-degree mark, the National Weather Service reports. With a gentle north wind clocking in at about 5 mph, the city's weather appears to be taking a mild turn, providing a welcome respite from any extreme conditions.
South Philadelphia Native Tom Caruso Eyes Bringing His Oregon Winery to Olde Kensington
Pray Tell Wines, founded by South Philadelphia native Tom Caruso, in Oregon. If everything goes as planned, a new Philadelphia will open in August. South Philadelphia native Tom Caruso is the founder and owner of Oregon-born winery Pray Tell, and is bringing the winery to Olde Kensington, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
VP prospects Josh Shapiro, Gretchen Whitmer to campaign for Harris in Pa.
PHILADELPHIA — Gov. Josh Shapiro and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris at an event in Pennsylvania on Monday. It will be the first time Shapiro, who is widely considered to be on Harris’ shortlist of running mates, has campaigned for Harris since President Joe Biden exited the race and she became the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee.
In Philly, demand is ‘overwhelming’ for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program
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. Kimyatta Connor does not have any air conditioning in her two-story home in Philadelphia’s Hunting...
What the Old Farmer's Almanac says Delaware should expect from the weather this fall
After high temperatures in June and July averaging 86 degrees − about 2 degrees above normal for the summer months − The Old Farmer’s Almanac says there’s relief in sight. The almanac, which dates back to 1792, has released its fall forecast and predicts cooler-than-average autumn temperatures for Delaware. ...
Philadelphia Police are investigating a body found in the Delaware River
Police are investigating a body that was found in the Delaware River. Police report this happened in Torresdale, near the Lunden Avenue boat ramp. Officers responded around 3:30 p.m. yesterday afternoon, and said they recovered the body of a man in his 40’s. They suspect foul play. “The way we found the body and what […]
‘You’ll come close to death — but you won’t die’: Firefighters take on the toughest 2 minutes in sports in Chesco
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. For just three days, Chester County is home to the Arena of the Brave, a part of the 2024 regional TFT Firefighter Challenge Championship Series. On Thursday morning,...
Vic Fangio provides insight into Eagles' plan for James Bradberry
Since the end of the 2023 season, there has been a whole lot of speculation regarding James Bradberry's future with the Philadelphia Eagles. Many thought that Bradberry would be cut, or traded, before training camp rolled around.. But, camp is upon us, and Bradberry is still on Philadelphia's roster. A...
Man's body pulled from Delaware River; Philadelphia police call death suspicious
A homicide investigation is underway after the Philadelphia Police Marine Unit pulled a man's body from the Delaware River after he was last seen boating with friends. Police were called to the river near Linden Avenue in the Holmesburg neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 25, 2024, for a report of a body in the water, Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said.
New Philadelphia law aims to bring in more federal dollars to children’s and cancer hospitals
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A new Philadelphia law could help bring in more federal funding for local children’s hospitals and cancer hospitals that treat a high volume of patients with low income.
Renderings of new SEPTA train cars for Market-Frankford Line revealed
SEPTA has taken the first step toward replacing its aging Market-Frankford line cars.The transit agency awarded a $724 million contract to a company to build a brand new fleet.These are renderings of what the cars will look like.SEPTA releases renderings of new Market-Frankford Line rail carsThe company, Hitachi Rail STS USA, will deliver the first 200 cars starting in 2029.Features of the new trains include greater passenger capacity, digital displays with real-time information, gangways between cars instead of sliding doors, which makes it easier for officers to see the length of the train, handholds for standing riders, and staggered doors to make it easier to get on and off.ALSO SEE: 'Express Mode' rolls out on iPhone, Apple Watch for SEPTA riders
At Corner Bakery Café, it’s eggs, pancakes, paninis — and Whitney
The Corner Bakery Café is just across the river in Philadelphia, but going there is to go back in time — at least, it is if you’re a fan of New Jersey’s own Whitney Houston. The café, at the corner of 38th and Market streets, serves...
YPrime Unveils Revolutionary eCOA 7.0 Platform
MALVERN, PA — YPrime has launched its cutting-edge eCOA 7.0 SaaS platform, poised to transform the clinical trial industry. This launch reflects YPrime’s dedication to integrating advanced technology with user-centric design to expedite clinical trial processes. Clinical trials traditionally rely on complex and labor-intensive methods to develop and...
Dave Dombrowski’s biggest in-season trades, an AL West rival’s farewell to Oakland and more ‘Sliders’
Dave Dombrowski took a break from the Philadelphia Phillies’ pennant pursuit last weekend to visit Cooperstown, N.Y., where Jim Leyland was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Dombrowski, the Phillies’ president of baseball operations, built three World Series teams with Leyland as manager: the 1997 Florida Marlins, who won the title, and 2006 and 2012 AL pennant winners with the Detroit Tigers.
Carchidi: Give Ex-Flyers GM Credit for Believing in Travis Konecny
During his tenure as the Philadelphia Flyers’ general manager, Ron Hextall had a track record that was a mixed bag. But making a trade to move up in the 2015 draft and snaring a certain forward was among his best moves. The deal enabled him to select Travis Konecny,...
Saving his best for final season, Marcus Yarns hopes to add to prolific Delaware career
Delaware’s final season as an FCS program is also Marcus Yarns’ last as a Blue Hen. But the running back from Salisbury, Maryland, hopes to show he deserves to keep playing football once this year ends. “As far as playing at the next level, I would love to and it’s always been a dream...
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