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South Philly Entertainment Complex’s Proposed Music Hall Aims For ‘Different Type of Music Experience’
As part of the proposed South Philadelphia entertainment complex, Comcast Spectacor and the Phillies intend to build a concert hall, writes Jeff Gammage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Phil Laws, chief operating officer of Comcast Spectacor, said the goal is to make it “a different type of music experience.”. Its...
Food truck nonprofit helps veterans get their culinary chops
Just call him Fusilli Dan. Dan Lee, 30, Army veteran, has recently launched his new Farina Pasta Bar food truck with the support of a nonprofit “food truck incubator” for veterans and active military spouses.The Sayreville native joined up after high school, serving through 2015. “You meet a lot of different people,” said Lee. “It’s really diverse — you have to learn to work with all of them in different situations.” Lee worked in the bomb squad in a 60-person unit in Georgia. “Sometimes people would find things in grandad’s war chest, like old grenades from World War II, sometimes something would just...
Teen delegates from 13 original colonies convening in Philadelphia for Young People’s Continental Congress
The nation’s 250th birthday is two years away, but some commemorations are already underway. This July, students and teachers from states that were the 13 original colonies are meeting in Philadelphia for their own Continental Congress.
What's open and closed around the Philadelphia region on Memorial Day
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Memorial Day is here, and if you're looking for some last-minute ingredients for your barbecue or just need to stock up for the coming week, use caution.Some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for Memorial Day, though many places will remain open. Here's a quick look at which businesses are open, closed or changing their hours for Memorial Day weekend around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.Philadelphia parking, trash pickup, schoolsThe Philadelphia Parking Authority is not enforcing parking meters or residential parking time limits on Memorial Day, one of nine parking holidays scheduled this year....
Kensington cleaned up or is it? Some questioning the impact!
Philadelphia officials have declared the Kensington Avenue cleanup a success, but concerns remain. Some question the long-term impact on homelessness and addiction in the area. Sustainable solutions are needed to address root causes and ensure lasting change. Collaboration between officials, service providers, and community stakeholders is essential for developing comprehensive strategies. Transparency, accountability, and holistic approaches are crucial for building upon and sustaining progress in Kensington.
100-Year-Old WWII Veteran Abner Younger Honored with Congressional Gold Medal
100-year-old World War II veteran Abner Younger is being honored for his service as one of the original Montford Point Marines. 100-year-old World War II veteran and Montgomery County resident Abner Edward Younger is being honored for his service as one of the original Montford Point Marines, according to 6 ABC.
Philly residents are eligible to receive $25 from class-action settlement over Delaware River chemical spill
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia residents and businesses are eligible to receive at least $25 from a $2.7 million class-action settlement over last year’s Delaware River chemical spill that led to bottled water advisories.
Why Philly residents paid tribute to ‘the motherland’ on Africa Day
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Gwendolyn Ebron has been trying to fill the gaps in African and African American history for Philadelphians for decades. She said she was frustrated that typical textbooks only...
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