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Philadelphia
Sports

Dikembe Mutombo, former Sixer and tireless advocate, dies at 58 from brain cancer

Mutombo's family revealed two years ago that he was undergoing treatment for a brain tumor. The NBA said he died surrounded by his family.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Family of CHOP doctor killed while riding bike in Center City places memorial in her honor

Family members and friends of Dr. Barbara Friedes, who was struck and killed in July while cycling near Rittenhouse Square, hosted a memorial bike ride Saturday in her honor.

2 years ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia
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Joel Embiid honors his late brother at a Philly block party

The seven-time All-Star hosted the “In Memory of Arthur” block party to honor the life of his brother in a Friday night event for Philadelphia Youth Basketball.

2 years ago

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Immigration
Pennsylvania
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‘A game changer’: AFAHO’s new health center will serve uninsured, underinsured residents in Delco

The clinic will serve non- and under-insured residents, with a specific focus on African and Caribbean immigrants.

2 years ago

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Delaware
Food & Drink

Black Mothers in Power launches community fridge to tackle Wilmington food insecurity

The fridge aims to help residents facing food insecurity, an urgent need in some spots in Wilmington.

2 years ago

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Community Events
Higher Education

Nearly 100 Philly students join Kappa Alpha Psi mentorship program

Kappa Alpha Psi's graduate chapter welcomed students and families to Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School into the Kappa League program.

2 years ago

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TV

WHYY wins four Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy Awards

WHYY won four regional Emmys in the categories of health and science, lifestyle, education and human interest.

2 years ago

Johnny Gaudreau
National
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
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Blue Jackets honor Johnny Gaudreau before their first home game since his death

Columbus players will wear a commemorative patch beginning with the first regular-season game with Johnny Gaudreau's No. 13.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Employment
Housing
Philadelphia

New Philly program offers aspiring carpenters on-the-job training

The one-year fellowship is operated by the Philadelphia Energy Authority with funding from the state.

2 years ago

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Music
Performing Arts
Philadelphia

Benny Golson, trailblazing Philly jazz saxophonist and composer, dies at 95

Golson’s contributions include the jazz standard, “I Remember Clifford,” and compositions recorded by Art Blakey and Miles Davis.

2 years ago

Chester Water Authority building
Government Accountability
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania

Did the Pa. legislature undermine Chester’s influence over its water authority?

The receiver’s office said an 11th-hour change to an uncontroversial Senate bill stripped the city of Chester of having the sole power to control the Chester Water Authority.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
Religion

Philly’s Weitzman Jewish museum continues its path to the Smithsonian

The museum of American Jewish history in Philadelphia wants to be part of the Smithsonian Institute. It found support in the House.

2 years ago

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Guy Gaudreau looks into a hearse
Philadelphia
Sports

Father of Gaudreau brothers helps out on the ice at Flyers practice

The Philadelphia Flyers and coach John Tortorella welcomed the father of the late John and Matthew Gaudreau as an invited guest to training camp.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Brandon Marsh, from left, Garrett Stubbs and Bryce Harper celebrate after the Phillies won a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs to clinch the NL East title, Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia
Sports

Philadelphia Phillies clinch 1st NL East title since 2011

With a postseason berth already clinched last week, Schwarber, Harper, Turner & Co. have their sights set on the top seed in the National League playoffs.

2 years ago

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Community Events
Philadelphia

South Street Oktoberfest draws thousands for beer, music and German tradition

Brauhaus Schmitz led South Street’s Oktoberfest celebration, featuring craft German beers, traditional food and vibrant folk music and dance.

2 years ago

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