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Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies
Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia. George’s early sculptures, often depicting his family, highlight his exceptional visual memory. George, a sculptor, attended the University of Vermont, followed by rigorous training at the National...
'Once Upon a Nation' Storytelling Benches Reveal Untold History of Philadelphia
'Once Upon a Nation' storytelling benches will transport you back in time.Cari Feiler Bender, spokesperson for Historic Philadelphia, Inc., says that visiting the benches helps people navigate the rich history of the city, but it's done through "a person who can engage you in the story."Reed M. Green is a storyteller located at the bench in Signer's Garden.One of the stories he tells is about the Revolutionary War, and events that happened right where visitors are sitting."And you get that goosebump moment of saying, 'Wait, that happened right here,'" says Bender.The program, created by Historic Philadelphia, Inc., is celebrating its...
Celtic Classic plans to delight visitors with return of annual contests
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Those planning to attend the upcoming Celtic Classic will have the change to compete in some annual contests. The Celtic Cultural Alliance says the event is in it's 37th year and will take place September 27th - 29th. The contests include:. Scottish Shortbread Baking Contest – Sponsored...
Lower Merion BOC approves plan to fix up old segment of River Road
LOWER MERION — Lower Merion plans to fix a street that could pave the way for them to vacate it. During a finance committee meeting in early July, the commissioners recommended approving a contract for the Bliss Street/River Road repair work. A week later, the board approved the contract to fix the road.
Philadelphia Eagles 53-man roster projection: Training camp edition
It's training camp week. The Philadelphia Eagles' veterans and rookies both report on July 23rd. There is still so much to iron out, but so many questions have also been answered. We don't have much to complain about with Philly's roster. Perhaps a lack of depth in some areas might...
2024 Eagles training camp: Addressing concerns at linebacker, and how situation could play out this summer
PHILADELPHIA -- Training camp wouldn't be on the horizon without a linebacker discussion. In what has become an annual tradition at the NovaCare Complex for most of the past decade, the Philadelphia Eagles have questions at linebacker entering training camp. There are times that has been avoided. The Super Bowl...
Asking Eric: Another mom told me wearing makeup to school functions sends a bad message
Dear Eric: While volunteering at my children’s school another mother asked me, “Why do you wear makeup?” She followed that rude question with, “I think it sends the wrong message.”. I was completely flabbergasted and didn’t know how to respond. Somehow, I felt as if she...
N.J. union leaders praise work of fire director
TRENTON, N.J. — Kenneth Douglas’ first six months on the job as Trenton’s fire director were, in a word, bumpy. He arrived in the late summer of 2021 and firefighters were leery of another outsider being named to the post. He’d served as a firefighter in Newark and director in Orange.
The Case for a Crappier Commuter
A few weeks ago, I was walking around South Philadelphia with a friend when I saw a bike easily worth a few thousand dollars locked up outside a bar on a dark street. It was a carbon gravel racer with flat pedals, all kinds of frame bags, a fancy front rack, and a far-too-flimsy lock for Philly standards. Though it wasn’t my bike, I stressed about its well-being long after it was out of my sight, tugging at my hair thinking about how much attention it was likely grabbing while sitting unattended on the sidewalk.
SIRIANNI LUCKY HE KEPT EAGLES JOB, AND THE LEASH IS SHORT!
Nick Sirianni is lucky he kept his job after last season’s 1-6 collapse following a 10-1 start. Here’s how Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports:. How unusual is it for a general manager to pick the coordinators rather than the head coach?. Very unusual. If you’re watching “Hard...
Upper Moreland Sr. Little League advances to East Region semifinal, Fort Washington Legion drops to Mt Airy
The Upper Moreland Senior Little League took down Rhode Island 10-4 on Sunday, July 21 in the Senior East Region Tournament in Bangor, Maine. The team advances to today’s semifinal at 1:00pm against Maryland, who previously gave Upper Moreland their only loss of the tournament. They won the Pennsylvania...
The Flower Mama of Elkins Park named Best Mobile Flower Outfit by Philly Mag
The Flower Mama, a boutique floral arrangement service in Elkins Park, has been named Philadelphia Magazine’s Best Mobile Flower Outfit for 2024. As soon as Elkins Park florist Maeve Gavin’s pearlescent green 1959 Volkswagen flower truck, Rosebud, rolled into town, it became the centerpiece of festivals, markets and private parties. (You may have seen it at the 2024 Flower Show.) Like all the best things in Philly, Rosebud blends quirk and quality. Gavin stocks her mobile flower bar with luscious — often homegrown — blooms ready to be combined into custom bouquets that thrive for weeks. Follow @the.flower.mama on Instagram to see where she’ll be next.
Pennsylvania’s Historic Tax Credit Increased to $20 Million
On July 11, the Pennsylvania General Assembly passed its 2024-2025 budget. It was 11 days past the deadline, but offered some good news for historic preservationists and adaptive reuse developers. The new budget included tax code changes that raised the historic tax credit program to $20 million from its previous cap of $5 million.
Phillies Catcher J.T. Realmuto Returns from Injury, Bolsters Team Against Pirates
The Philadelphia Phillies welcomed their starting catcher, J.T. Realmuto, off the injured list over the weekend, just in time for their game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Realmuto, a three-time All-Star, had been sidelined since June 10 due to a knee issue requiring surgery. His return to the diamond marks a significant boost for the Phillies' squad, whose manager, Rob Thomson, didn't mince words about Realmuto's impact. "He is a very important guy," Thomson admitted, according to FOX29.
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