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Jalen Hurts Donates $200K To Philadelphia Schools For Air Conditioning Units
“Philadelphia has given me so much, and I'm excited to give back to the community in a way that supports our future leaders." Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts recently donated $200,000 to schools in Philadelphia to equip them with air conditioning units, according to NBC Philadelphia. The money will be...
Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
A whopping 35 athletes from Pennsylvania have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. California is the state with the most Olympic qualifiers (138), followed by Florida (46), then Texas (42). The Olympics Opening Ceremony is...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
Hundreds take to streets in cycling protest for increased safety
CENTER CITY - Hundreds of cyclists gathered for a protest ride following the death of a CHOP oncology doctor who was fatally struck in a bike lane in Philadelphia. "Tonight, we meet to be seen, to be heard, to demand an end to traffic deaths in Philadelphia," said Jessie Amadio, Vice Chair of Philly Bike Action.
Summer Olympics fashion with August Moon Boutique
The 2024 Summer Olympics kicks off on Friday, July 26th, and while there is a lot of talk surrounding the action and athleticism, we wanted to dive deeper into the fashion. Local, August Moon Boutique owner, Kristina Gaglianese joins us in the PHL17 studio to talk about her Olympics collection. “For the Olympics I guess […]
Hundreds of bicyclists gather, ride through the city to demand safer bike lanes in Philadelphia
Bicycle riders in the city of Philadelphia rode through the streets on Friday evening to protest after the two recent deaths of a bicyclist and a pedestrian, according to organizers of the event. Hundreds of people on bicycles met at the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum around 6 p.m....
Celebrate the 2024 Summer Olympics in Philly with these specials
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are beginning on July 26 and if you are planning to stay in Philly and watch the events, plenty of businesses in Philadelphia are getting into the Olympics spirit with special food and drinks. Olympics Food and Drink Specials: Panorama14 N. Front Street Panorama Wine Bar located inside the […]
Fast youngsters featured at Philadelphia
Chester, PA — Ifthasritthatsrong and Goliath Hanover were both very impressive in winning the $12,000 pacing features Wednesday afternoon (July 24) at Harrah’s Philadelphia. Ifthasritthatsrong may not know how to spell, but he certainly can pace, as the Scioto invader made two speed moves for driver Simon Allard...
Philadelphians battle for greased pole-running crown
One more competition to check out on an Olympics-packed weekend: Saturday's Red Bull greased pole contest.Why it matters: It's the crème de la crème of Philly's greased pole community duking it out for supremacy.Driving the news: The energy drink company enlisted 76ers' DJ Ghost to liven up the inaugural Championship Run as 100 Philadelphians try capturing the flag by sprinting up a greased pole.How it works: Runners will compete in heats of 20, laying it all on the line as they clamber up the slick stick to grab the flag.If no one captures it, the runner who travels furthest up the pole in the shortest time will be declared the winner.If you go: Competition kicks off at 5:15pm in the estuary of the Spruce Street Harbor Park.
Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee inspires Philly business leaders ahead of Paris Games
On the eve of the 2024 Paris Olympics, a legend of the Games was in Philly to help inspire local businesses. Jackie Joyner-Kersee — who won three Olympic gold, one silver and three bronze medals during her illustrious career — joined members of BCA Philadelphia at the Kimmel Center to regale them with tales of her upbringing, as well as the adversities she faced and overcame to reach the pinnacle of track and field.
Another home run wiffle ball tournament
The seventh Holly Colwell Save 2nd Base Wiffle Ball Tournament took place recently at Hayes Playground/Bustleton Bengals fields, with proceeds going to breast cancer patients. The event was organized by Christine Tarducci, a breast cancer survivor, along with her son, Nick, and husband, Vince. - Advertisement - Money goes to...
Haddonfield Little League takes home state championship
Thursday, Haddonfield, NJ held a parade to celebrate their little league under 11 team’s first state championship. The Haddonfield defeated Toms River 9-5, on Sunday, in game six of the series to take home the title. This is the first state championship in the teams 70-year history =. Haddonfield will be moving on to compete […]
Howard Eskin to return to SportsRadio 94WIP for first time since allegations of his 'unwelcome kiss' surfaced
Howard Eskin will return to SportsRadio 94WIP on Saturday morning for the first time since allegations surfaced that he made an unwanted advance on an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park, an Audacy official said. Eskin hasn't been on the air for his 8 to 10 a.m. show on Saturdays since late June.
La Salle College grad, current Harlem Globetrotter feat. in the Inquirer for ramping up youth summer basketball league in Philly
Darnell “Speedy” Artis, a 2016 graduate of La Salle College High School in Wyndmoor, a Gwynedd Mercy University hall of famer and a current Harlem Globetrotter, was featured by the Philadelphia Inquirer in an article titled “East Germantown native Darnell Artis wants to give back through his summer basketball league“.
Phillies “Shimmy” to Sea Isle for Special Event Aug. 20
It seems that Sea Isle City is turning out to be the place to go this summer for star players and other celebrities from the Philly sports scene. After major events in Sea Isle involving the Eagles and Flyers in June and early July, now comes word that the Phillies are coming to town on Aug. 20 for a family-friendly celebration called the “Phillies Shimmy Down The Shore.” It is scheduled from 6-9:30 p.m. in Excursion Park.
Paris Olympics watch parties in Philadelphia
The world's top athletes will float down the Seine Friday to officially commence the 2024 Paris Olympics.Why it matters: Over 10,000 athletes representing more than 200 countries will show off their athletic prowess on the global stage over the next two weeks.By the numbers: 35 Olympians from Pennsylvania will compete in the games, including a handful from Philadelphia.The Keystone State has the fifth-most competitors in the country behind California, Florida, Texas and Illinois.What to expect: Over 16 days, there will be 329 medal events across 32 sports.The opening ceremony kicks off Friday at 1:30pm ET, and is expected to last...
Abington siblings, Fencing Academy of Philadelphia’s Wyncote location feat. by FOX29
Fencing Academy of Philadelphia’s Wyncote location (827 Glenside Avenue) was recently featured by FOX29 News in a segment titled “Fencing camp kids are always ready for action”. Mark Masters, the academy’s founder, was interviewed about his upcoming coaching duties at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, which...
A love letter to Danny: Rumph Classic transcends the hardwood
Before he stepped foot on The Liacouras Center floor, Temple Basketball legend Khalif Wyatt spent his summer days at the now-named Danny Rumph Recreation Center to watch the Danny Rumph Classic. The Norristown, Pennsylvania, native watched the Pro-am basketball that featured the best hoopers in the City of Brotherly Love.
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