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Celebrate National Carousel Day today with Willow Grove’s hidden gem
Willow Grove, PA – Today is National Carousel Day and paying a visit to a piece of Pennsylvania history may be the perfect way to celebrate! In the heart of Willow Grove Park Mall stands a carousel designed as a tribute to the Willow Grove Amusement Park that once occupied the same space. Willow Grove […]
Beat summer heat at PA Horticultural Society’s pop up and public gardens
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) Pop Up Gardens and other PHS Public Gardens and Landscapes are now in full bloom across the region, offering the perfect “Heatwave Haven” for those looking to escape the heat this summer. The PHS Pop Up Gardens on South Street and in...
Michael Vahey charged in death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes | Full news conference
Philadelphia officials say Barbara Friedes was riding her bike on Spruce Street when she was struck and killed by a driver, Michael Vahey. In a news conference, District Attorney Larry Krasner, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and members of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia spoke about the charges.
More cloudy and humid weather in Philadelphia Thursday, some chances for spotty showers
It'll be another steamy day across the Delaware Valley Thursday and there's a chance for heavy storms to fire up south and east of the city later in the afternoon. On Friday, clearer skies and lower dew points will set up a gorgeous stretch of summer weather.
Motorcycle club helping bring Christmas in July for Shriner's Children's
The Philadelphia chapter of the police-sponsored Centurions Motorcycle Club is delivering toys once again for its Christmas in July Toy Run which brings toys to children undergoing care at Shriner's. The club has also raised over $784,000 for the hospital.
Eagles press conference: Vic Fangio on defensive scheme, James Bradberry and Bryce Huff
In his first press conference of training camp, new Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio discussed his defensive scheme, playing James Bradberry at safety, free-agent signee Bryce Huff and more.
Pioneering single-cell kidney atlas sheds light on potential treatments
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania revealed the most extensive single cell atlas of the human kidney, capturing the complexity of healthy and diseased kidneys at an unprecedented level and predicting chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression earlier in its course.
Can texting new parents to report their blood pressure help address maternal mortality? Some doctors think so
Two Penn Medicine physicians had an unorthodox idea for reducing the number of patients who develop dangerously high blood pressure in the weeks after giving birth: Stop asking them to come into the doctor's office for blood pressure screenings. Dangerously high blood pressure is a leading cause of maternal death...
How a bacterium supports healing of chronic diabetic wounds
There are many important reasons for keeping cuts and sores clean, but new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania shows that a certain bacterium, Alcaligenes faecalis (A. faecalis), can facilitate healing of hard-to-treat wounds among people with diabetes. While there are many studies done on potentially harmful bacteria in wounds, the researchers discovered that A. faecalis, a bacterium found in many types of chronic wounds, actually boosts healing of diabetic wounds.
Will future Sixers arena be in New Jersey? State confirms conversations with team | Digital Brief
The 76ers' next arena could be in New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy confirmed to CBS News Philadelphia he's trying to persuade the team to move across the Delaware River to Camden. Janelle Burrell has this and your latest top headlines.
Asking Eric: I feel the pull to move back home, but I love my new spot on the coast
Dear Eric: I’m in my early 20s and just ended a five-year relationship with my boyfriend. I find myself really conflicted about whether to move back to the state I grew up in or stay where I am for another year. I work remotely for a company based there,...
WSFS CARES Foundation Supports Community Organizations with $200,000 in Second-Quarter Grants
The WSFS CARES Foundation has supported TeenSHARP throughout the years, helping the organization grow from just 10 students to about 400 today. The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, provided second-quarter grants to the Be Ready Community Development Corporation and TeenSHARP. Be Ready Community Development Corporation...
“Bee Inspired” at Trevose Horticultural Society Flower Show
The Trevose Horticultural Society will stage its 101st National Garden Club Standard Flower Show, “Bee Inspired,” from 4-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23 and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at St. Ephrem Catholic Church, 5400 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem. The public is invited; admission is free. Nonmembers are welcome...
Twins rally to beat Phillies, win series
(Minneapolis, MN) -- Max Kepler singled in Trevor Larnach in the bottom of the ninth as the Twins rallied to beat the Phillies 5-4 on Wednesday afternoon at Target Field. Philadelphia lead the game 4-1 in the seventh inning before the comeback began for Minnesota. Carlos Santana doubled to left to score Kepler and Larnach to pull the game even 4-4 in the seventh and then it was Kepler that walked off the winner to seal the win.
Baby parades, comedy shows and a greased pole race: Your weekend guide to things to do
After a whirlwind week of political news, it's time to wind down with a casual jaunt across a greased pole hanging over the Delaware River. Red Bull is holding a twist on the classic (and often unsanctioned) Philadelphia pastime of climbing greased poles. This time, however, your balance is more important than upper body strength. It's unclear what exactly the victor will win in the process, but the slippery race is sure to be a spectacle.
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