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Philadelphia teacher who inspired creator of 'Abbott Elementary' discusses new book
The Philadelphia teacher who inspired the creator of ABC's hit show 'Abbott Elementary' has written her first book.In it, Joyce Abbott details her remarkable life and the lessons she learned from nearly 30 years of teaching.Abbott, who is humble as can be, told Action News' Alicia Vitarelli that the spotlight from the hit comedy came as a bit of a surprise.She also said that part of her journey came from watching the 6abc evening newscast one night and hearing a surprise call to action.Watch the video above to learn more about Abbott's journey and her new book.
A public art project in Germantown will use poetry to combat gun violence
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Two former Philadelphia poets laureate have launched a poetry and public art program in Germantown designed to curb gun violence. Healing Verse Germantown creators Yolanda Wisher and Trapeta...
Hinds tour includes a stop in Pa. next month: Where to buy tickets
The Spanish indie rockers, Hinds, are following up their fourth album release with a tour that includes one stop in Pa. Hinds will perform Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at First Unitarian Church in Philadelphia. The album, “Viva Hinds,” includes the band’s first-ever Spanish songs and collaborations with Beck and Grian...
Events in Philly this weekend – Sebastian Maniscalco, Vampire Weekend, Teddy Swims
With impacts from Tropical Depression Helene trickling into the Philadelphia area this weekend, it's not too surprising to assume many of us will want to stay inside. Lucky for us, this weekend, the Philadelphia area will host A-list comedian, Sebastian Maniscalco, Vampire Weekend, Teddy Swims and several fun festivals like Philly Beer Fest and the Arts After Dark Festival in Eastampton.So just because it looks to be a cloudy, potentially rainy weekend, it doesn't mean you still can't kick back and celebrate your hard work week. Read about all those events and more as we break down what's going on around...
The Lancashire Heeler is officially joining the 2024 National Dog Show
The National Dog Show is gaining a new bread for the 2024 show. The Lancashire Heeler will officially debut as the newest dog breed at the 2024 competition on November 16 and November 17 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA, and televised on Thanksgiving Day. The Lancashire Heeler is a rare breed […]
‘Hi, Helen!’ Phoenixville’s Second Annual Mrs. Roper Romp Unites Over 1,500 Fans
The second annual Mrs. Roper Romp in Phoenixville paid homage to Helen Roper, the landlady on the sitcom Three’s Company. The second annual Mrs. Roper Romp in Phoenixville paid homage to Helen Roper, the landlady on the sitcom Three’s Company, in a fun – and a bit ridiculous – way, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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