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‘It’s a gift in a way’: John Oates talks about life after Hall & Oates
There’s a song on John Oates’ new album Reunion about a renowned musical duo that stayed together for decades even as their relationship became strained. But the name of the song is not " Daryl Hall & John Oates.”. Instead, it’s called " Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee.”...
WATCH: Bryce Harper crushes 100th home run at Citizens Bank Park wearing a custom Wawa headband and cleats
The Bryce Harper School of Pandering is simply unmatched. The Philadelphia Phillies got back in the win column last night with a dominant 8-0 over the Cleveland Guardians at Citizens Bank Park. At the plate, Bryce Harper, Brandon Marsh, Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos all hit homers to give their rookie pitcher Tyler Phillips plenty of run support – not like he needed it.
Tai Baribo's Strike Seals Win for Philadelphia Union Over Charlotte FC in Leagues Cup Clash
In a match that marked the continuation of an already tense rivalry, Philadelphia Union's Tai Baribo delivered the definitive blow in a tightly contested Leagues Cup game against Charlotte FC. With the stakes high and both teams eager to secure a win, it was Baribo's goal that made the difference, propelling the Union to a 1-0 victory.
Philadelphia Flyers steal top goalie prospect from the Toronto Maple Leafs
The Philadelphia Flyers have been dealing with goaltender drama in recent times, and now they've stolen a top prospect from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Two teams that have dealt with plenty of issues in net in recent years are the Maple Leafs and Flyers, and now the latter have officially added an intriguing prospect from Toronto. According to a report, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the Flyers AHL team have officially inked Keith Petruzzelli to a deal following an inconsistent season with the Marlies in the AHL.
Puerto Rican parade and festival in Allentown celebrates growing community, cultural pride
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — As the sounds of Marc Anthony, Hector Lavoe and Elvis Crespo blared through the speakers of Jeeps and cars, the vehicles' drivers and passengers waved the bandera of Puerto Rico up high. On Sunday, hundreds displayed cultural pride for the Isla del Encanto at the city's...
Every Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback ever: Full list
The Philadelphia Eagles entered the football scene in 1933 and since then have been fortunate to have a plethora of talented quarterbacks at their disposal. The biggest names at the quarterback position for the Eagles are Donovan McNabb, Randall Cunningham, Ron Jaworski, Jalen Hurts, and Nick Foles. While the Eagles...
Olympic swimmer from Pennsylvania idolizes swimmer from Conshohocken
Olympic swimmer Ivan Puskovitch (West Chester) was profiled in The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 27th. In the profile we learned that his idol is Fran Crippen, a record-breaking swimmer from Conshohocken who passed away in 2010. From the article:. Crippen remains the most famous open-water swimmer in the world …...
Kwan’s solo homer, Noel’s 3-run shot power Guardians past Phillies 4-3
Steven Kwan hit a go-ahead solo homer in the seventh inning after Jhonkensy Noel tied the score with a three-run shot in the fourth, and the Cleveland Guardians rallied for a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.
Daryl Morey just laid out a horrifying script for the Philadelphia 76ers
After a year-long cycle of fans and pundits doubting Daryl Morey, the longtime executive brought the fireworks this offseason, re-tooling a Philadelphia 76ers team that seemed poised to stagnate without a shiny, new toy this time around. Thanks to him and the front office's savvy financial gambits, the franchise managed...
Pennsylvania Youth Theatre looks to set up shop in former Lutheran church
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Pennsylvania Youth Theatre, which has been looking for a new home with the impending razing of the Banana Factory arts and education center, apparently has found it. If all goes to plan, the nonprofit performing arts organization, which for the past 25 years has been a...
Darby Police Officers Honored for Saving a Landscaper’s Life
Darby Police Officers Terrell Lee and Shain McCaughey weree honored at a July 17 Darby Borough Council meeting. Two Darby Borough police officers were recognized recently for an act of heroism after saving a man’s life who was seriously injured in a landscaping accident. Darby police officers Terrell Lee...
Eagles WR struggled after Giants benched him: ‘I was just eating to wash the pain away’
PHILADELPHIA — Before he signed a one-year deal with the Eagles this offseason, wide receiver Parris Campbell wasn’t sure if he would play in the NFL again. Campbell was inactive for the last five games of the 2023 season. The New York Giants, who had one of the league’s worst wide receiver rooms last season, made him a healthy scratch.
A flurry of grant money is flowing to the Philly region for environmental projects
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. A surge of federal money for environmental justice and climate action is flowing to the...
Phillies top prospect tosses promising start in attempt to turn season around
The Philadelphia Phillies have a very good farm system that should produce some vital roster pieces in the future. One of those pieces is right-handed pitcher Mick Abel. Phillies top prospect Mick Abel tosses promising start in attempt to turn season around. The 22-year-old is the Phillies’ No. 5 prospect...
Eagles’ Former 6-foot-4 QB Brought in by Cowboys: Report
A former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback could soon find a new home — with an NFC East rival. As reported by NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Dallas Cowboys hosted quarterback Reid Sinnett for a workout on Saturday, July 27. “Free agent QB Reid Sinnett is working out for the #Cowboys...
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