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American Red Cross announces critical need for blood; donors wanted
The American Red Cross has announced a critical need for blood and platelets to keep their blood supply stable as fall and the colder months begin. According to the American Red Cross, “only 3 out of 100 Americans donate blood. With the blood supply still at critical levels, every single donation is key to making […]
Unite Fitness challenges gymgoers to Philadelphia Sweat Crawl Sept. 28
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — Unite Fitness in Rittenhouse Square is the second stop during the Philadelphia Sweat Crawl on Saturday, when fitness enthusiasts will bounce from gym to gym in a full day of workouts, recoveries, and a happy hour after party. “We’ll have juice and snacks to keep people energized along the way,” said Alex Ostia, […]
Daily Duo: Philly tops list of rudest cities
When you think of America’s rudest cities. Do you think of Philly?We finished high on the list but not as high as last year. The survey from “Preply” said Miami is the rudest city in the country bumping Philly from the number one spot. We fell to number two. The rest of the top five […]
Officers attacked during illegal car meetups across Philadelphia
(WPHL)— Several Philadelphia Police officers were attacked and their vehicles were damaged during a series of illegal car meetups across the city over the weekend. Philadelphia police say they’re investigating 11 meetups involving crowds from 50 to more than 200 vehicles engaging in illegal street racing, lighting bonfires, setting off fireworks, shooting a flamethrower, and […]
Bucks County government employees return to work after strike
Hundreds of government workers across multiple county agencies are returning to work after going on strike. SEIU 668 says they’ve been working without a contract for nine months. The union claims Bucks County has insisted on large cuts to workers health benefits. A spokesperson for Bucks County released a statement that said, “This administration stands […]
Aramark workers to begin strike at Sports Complex
Aramark workers in the Sports Complex will be on strike. Cooks, servers, bartenders, dishwashers, concessions workers, cleaners, retail workers and warehouse employees will be picketing outside Citizens Bank Park, The Wells Fargo Center, and Lincoln Financial Field. Unite Here Local 274 is calling for healthcare and family sustaining wages and a spokesperson for Aramark told […]
Fairmount Park celebrates Annual Harvest Fest this weekend
Fall is right around the corner and Fairmount Park is honoring the occasion with their annual Harvest Fest celebration. Tonight, September 20 from 6-10:30 p.m., Fairmount Park will host a variety of fall-themed activities including a hay maze, family-friendly activities with Sports Play Patrol, and a movie screening of “Little Giants” at 7:30 pm. On […]
Philadelphia Fire Department installs smoke alarms in Kensington
The Philadelphia Fire Department spent the morning installing and giving away free smoke alarms to Kensington residents. Starting at 11 a.m. the Philadelphia Fire Department and the American Red Cross teamed up to give away smoke alarms and teach residents about fire safety after there was a recent fire fatality last month. So far this […]
Bam Margera sentenced to jail in Chester County after probation violation
Former “Jackass” star Bam Margera has been sentenced to prison in Pennsylvania after he violated his probation. According to Pennsylvania Court Records, 44-year-old Brandon “Bam” Margera was placed behind bars at the Chester County prison on September 18. Margera is scheduled for a “violations of probation/parole” hearing on September 23. This all comes after Margera […]
This weekend in Philly: September 21 and 22 🎨🍺🎃
This weekend (September 21 and 22) is set to be jampacked with events like the final day of Center City Restaurant Week, the celebration of Spooky Season with Halloween pop-up bars, the 30th Anniversary of the New Hope Art and Crafts Festival, the 16th Annual South Street Oktoberfest, and much more. If you want to […]
Sept. 21 & 22: 30th Annual New Hope Arts & Crafts Festival features hundreds of local artists
NEW HOPE (WPHL) — Hundreds of artists are setting up booths for the 30th Annual New Hope Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday and Sunday. The event is a town tradition where thousands of residents and visitors gather to celebrate local artists, foster community spirit, and create memories. The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce commissioned […]
BET VOTE FEST honors 5th Annual Black Voter Day
September 20, is the 5th Annual National Black Voter Day. And here in Philadelphia, the BET (Black Entertainment Network) will be hosting a BET VOTE FEST to highlight the importance of voter registration and participating in the upcoming election. Tonight from 6-8 p.m. at the Met Philadelphia, hosts Yandy Smith-Harris & Beano French will “inspire civic engagement […]
Cradles to Crayons hosts “The Big Give” collecting essential items for kids
As the fall and winter months get closer, Cradles to Crayons is hosting a multi-county collection as an effort to restock much-needed essentials for local children. “The Big Give” will be held this weekend on Saturday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Rain Date: Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) Most […]
Get game day ready with Hatfield
Are you hosting a tailgate or football watch party? Hatfield has you covered! Chef Jen from Hatfield visited the PHL17 kitchen with some tasty recipes to get your family and friends in the spirit. A popular tailgating item is the Texas Smokehouse Roast. “I just put this in the slow cooker for six hours and […]
Joel Embiid signs a 3-year, $193 million contract extension with the 76ers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Already an NBA MVP and an Olympic gold medalist, All-Star center Joel Embiid now has until the end of the decade to try to win his first NBA championship with the Philadelphia 76ers. With another maximum contract secured, Embiid wants to chase that title in Philly — and remain a Sixer for the rest of […]
Metallica is coming to Philly in May 2025
Metallica is coming to Philly! According to Live Nation, the band will perform in Philly at the Lincoln Financial Field on May 23 and 25 of next year. Metallica recently announced they would extend their M72 world tour into a third year. The Philly shows will feature four additional bands that will different days for […]
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