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How photographer Frank Stewart captured the culture of jazz, church and Black life in the US
CHADDS FORD, Pa. (AP) — At first glance, it looks like an aerial photo of a cemetery destroyed by war, with charred coffins ripped from broken concrete vaults and arched marble tombstones flattened by a bomb blast. Then, the viewer begins to discern details: the coffins and vaults are...
Bubble Gum Is One of Philadelphia’s Greatest Exports: It Was Invented By Local Candy Accountant
As annoying as it can be to step onto, bubble gum is one of Philadelphia’s greatest exports, as it was invented by a local candy accountant. One of Philadelphia’s biggest exports comes in a small but tasty package: bubble gum, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy Penn at WHYY.
What the Phillies can learn from failed Whit Merrifield experiment for Austin Hays
The Philadelphia Phillies didn't waste any time announcing their presence on the trade market when they acquired outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. The Phillies parted ways with outfielder Cristian Pache and reliever Seranthony Domínguez in the deal. The move for Hays adds an established right-handed...
Originally Scraped from a Dogwood in a Cemetery, This Yeast Knocks ‘em Dead at a Bucks County Brewery
Yeast found on a cemetery dogwood tree has been turned into a popular beer, Philly Sour. Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is winning accolades from the local beer industry and beyond, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
WIP’s Eskin Responds To ‘Unwanted Kiss’ Accusation In Radio Return.
Philadelphia radio host Howard Eskin returned to WIP on Saturday morning and addressed recent allegations that he made an unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park. It was Eskin’s first show since late June, following his ban from both Citizens Bank Park and the 76ers’ practice facility...
Is it time for struggling Phillies to press panic button?
The Philadelphia Phillies have hit a bump in the road as July nears its close. But is this merely a slump or a reason to panic for the best team in baseball?On the surface, it doesn't look great. The Phillies fell 4-3 on Sunday after blowing an early three-run lead against the Cleveland Guardians, leaving Philly with its fourth consecutive series defeat.Since completing an impressive sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers on July 11, the Phillies are just 4-8, losing two of three to the Oakland A's, Pittsburgh Pirates, Minnesota Twins and now Guardians. Over that stretch, they've struggled with...
Gotham FC defeats Spirit with PK goal in the Summer Cup
Chester, Pa. — NJ/NY Gotham FC got a bit of revenge against the Washington Spirit on Sunday. Gotham FC won 1-0 over the Spirit at Subaru Park. This was Gotham FC’s first win against the Spirit this season. They were previously 0-2. The Spirit defeated Gotham FC 2-0...
Award-Winning Property Made from Old Barn Ruins Hit Market in Romansville
An esteemed architectural masterpiece hit the market in Romansville. The Norman Gaffney House has won multiple awards, including an AIA Honor. The property is looking for new owners to call the unique abode their home, writes Tiffani Sherman for Realtor.com. Floor-to-ceiling windows display epic views of a nearby horse farm...
Austin Hays trade grade: Did the Phillies find their man to fix the outfield?
On Friday, the Philadelphia Phillies made their first move of the trade deadline in acquiring outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for outfielder Cristian Pache and reliever Seranthony Domínguez. Very rarely do you see two division leaders make a deal together at the deadline, especially when...
New Jersey kid continues to light it up in the baseball world
I told you a few weeks ago that Tyler Phillips made his major league debut for the Phillies. Fast forward a few weeks and he’s now thrown his first complete-game shutout of his career. He did that Saturday against the team with the best record in the American League...
Steven Kwan’s two-out homer in seventh gives Guardians 4-3 win over Phillies
PHILADELPHIA -- Steven Kwan was robbed of a home run Saturday when Brandon Marsh reached over the fence at the 401-foot mark in center field to retire him in the third inning. After the game Kwan said he didn’t think the ball was out because he doesn’t drive a lot of balls over the center field fence.
Guardians, Philadelphia Phillies starting lineup July 28, 2024: Game 105
PHILADEPHIA -- Rookie Joey Cantillo didn’t get an easy draw for his big league debut, but at least he’s making his debut. The Guardians announced after Saturday’s 8-0 loss to the Phillies, that Cantillo would be starting the series finale against Philadelphia on Sunday. All the Phillies did Saturday night was hit four homers and two doubles in dismantling Carlos Carrasco.
Shots fired as car meet-up dismantled by police in Kensington
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating after another car meet-up caused a commotion in Kensington this weekend. Officers responded to the gathering at 2nd Street and Lehigh Avenue just before 4 a.m. Sunday. While attempting to break it up, police say an unknown man fired two shots in the air.
Adineran finds footing as Union defeat Charlotte
Charlotte FC head coach Dean Smith called Saturday’s match against the Philadelphia Union “possibly the worst game I’ve played since I’ve come over to the U.S.A.”. Union head coach Jim Curtin, who, unlike Smith, didn’t lose on Saturday, had a different perspective. “I think that...
Gotham FC’s McKenna Whitham, 14, makes US sports history as youngest player to make pro debut
Gotham FC’s McKenna “Mak” Whitham made her professional debut at the age of 14 years old during Sunday’s match against the Washington Spirit just days after signing a professional contract with the team. Whitham made history last week when she signed a deal with Gotham and...
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