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What's open and closed on July 4th across the Philadelphia region
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Fourth of July is here, and if you're looking for some last-minute red, white and blue for your barbecue or just need to stock up for the weekend, you'll want to make sure your store of choice is actually open for the holiday.Some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, though many places will remain open. Here's a quick look at which local businesses are open, closed or changing their hours on July 4 around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.National chains like Walmart, Sam's Club and Target are open...
Ostrich, camel (and zebra) races return to Penn National Race Course: Here’s how to see them for free
One of the most popular events of the year at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course returns Friday, with a couple of added twists. The annual ostrich and camel races will unfold Friday with an added attraction -- a zebra race is being thrown into the mix. A special...
Youth activists use b’ball to urge anti-violence
What started out as an ordinary basketball tournament on Saturday afternoon at the Darby Recreation Center, 1022 Ridge Ave. in Darby Borough, didn’t end that way. All the games were exciting and very entertaining in the fourth annual Ballin’ Against Gun Violence youth basketball tournament. All the teams...
These Bucks County Zip Codes are the Wealthiest Communities in the Philadelphia Area
The World Atlas has named two Bucks County towns the most walkable in Pennsylvania, due to their access to cultural hubs and museums. Some of the wealthiest communities in the Philadelphia area have Bucks County zip codes, according to a report by Todd Romero from the Philadelphia Business Journal. The...
Kensington fire leaves one man dead
Philadelphia, PA – An 84-year-old man was killed in a house fire in Kensington. The Philadelphia Police and Fire Department responded to a call for a fire on the 2300 block of East Lehigh Avenue Wednesday afternoon. The man was found unresponsive on the first floor of the building and was pronounced dead at the […]
The smallest NPS site is in Old City. It honors a Polish military expert who helped America win its independence
The American Revolution wasn't won without a little help. While the contributions of France are well-known thanks to Benjamin Franklin's extensive diplomacy there (and Daveed Diggs' swaggering turn as the Marquis de Lafayette in "Hamilton"), the work of our Polish allies is less remembered. But one freedom fighter from the country made such an impact that he earned a National Park Service site — the only one dedicated to a European officer who fought in the Revolutionary War.
Update: Heat advisory affecting Southeast Pa. Friday
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 5:58 a.m. on Thursday valid for Friday between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. for Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks as well as Delaware and Philadelphia counties. The weather service adds, "Heat index values up to 102 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures...
New Barnes Foundation exhibit showcases works created by incarcerated artists in state prison
Visitors looping through the wings of Degas and Renoir paintings at the Barnes Foundation will soon stumble upon a much more contemporary collection. The 22-piece exhibit features work from artists impacted by the justice system, including men at the maximum security state prison in Montgomery County. "Visions," which will be...
Shakespeare in Clark Park returns with free outdoor performances of 'As You Like It'
In his comedy, "As You Like It," William Shakespeare famously wrote, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." In July, a West Philly park will set the "stage" on which the "players" deliver those very lines. Shakespeare in Clark Park is offering outdoor performances...
Penn & Slavery Project receives new funding, looks to expand outreach
After the Penn & Slavery Project’s annual research presentations this past May, members of the project are looking forward to the 2024-25 academic year and opportunities to expand the project’s reach, which was recently supported anew by funding granted by Provost John Jackson Jr.’s office. First formed...
LeAnn Rimes, military musicians and singers perform at Salute to Service in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Hundreds gathered at Independence Mall in Old City Philadelphia Wednesday for Salute to Service, showcasing the U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers' Chorus. Two-time Grammy winner LeAnn Rimes performed as well. "I just think it's wonderful," Laura Taylor, of Southwest Philadelphia, said. "It's very patriotic, and I think we need this in this time of division that's going on right now to bring us all together. And I'm proud to be sitting here to support this.""It's important to be part of the American celebration," Michael Biello, of South Philly, said.In the midst of the patriotic, free concert, an important lesson stood out: "This stands for everything, I mean freedom, and I think we take for granted sometimes what we have, and we need to come out and support ... and stand firm and love each other and care for each other," Taylor said.
Philadelphia mass shooting victims honored 1 year after tragic rampage
PHILADELPHIA - A Kingsessing community is still grappling with grief as they mark one year since a gunman went on a shooting rampage killing five victims over the course of two days. FOX 29’s Shawnette Wilson attended a vigil at a church in Southwest Philly Wednesday night that honored the victims.
‘Largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast’ to come to University City
Real estate investment group Creating Shared Communities will build a 517,000-square-foot addiction rehabilitation center at 3700 Ludlow St., blocks away from Penn’s campus. When completed, the 40-story building is set to have both inpatient and outpatient services and will be the largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast. General manager of CSC Sal Smeke called the facility the “Mayo Clinic of drug abuse in the Northeast.”
Seventh Annual Barnes on the Block with Mural Arts Philadelphia Returns Sunday July 14th
The Barnes Foundation announces the seventh annual Barnes on the Block, in collaboration with Mural Arts Philadelphia, on Sunday, July 14, noon–5 pm. Barnes on the Block with Mural Arts Philadelphia is presented by PNC Arts Alive. Taking place on the grounds of the Barnes Foundation, Barnes on the...
2 more Phillies voted NL All-Star starters while 4 Phillies snubbed by fans
The final votes have been tallied, and now we know how many Philadelphia Phillies will be starting in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game after Phase 2 voting wrapped up at noon on Wednesday. ESPN just unveiled the winners, and there’s great news — at least for some Phillies players.
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