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A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.
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A Way with Words

A Way with Words is an upbeat and lively show about language examined through culture, history, and family. Language debates, variations, and evolution, as well as new words, old sayings, slang, family expressions, word histories, etymology, linguistics, regional dialects, word games, grammar, books, literature, writing, and more.

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Flyers celebrate youth hockey program created by Ed Snider

The Philadelphia Flyers celebrated the legacy of founder Ed Snider at Thursday's game against Dallas.

2 years ago

Abington Free Library
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Community Events
Pennsylvania

Lending out a person instead of a book? Abington looks to ‘human library’ to foster conversations

On Jan. 12, Abington Free Library patrons will be encouraged to check out a human for a conversation instead of a book.

2 years ago

A firefighter dragging a fire hose in front of a house completely engulfed in flames
National
Sports

Los Angeles Rams’ playoff game moved to Arizona as wildfires disrupt sports in Southern California

Elsewhere, the NBA postponed the Los Angeles Lakers’ home game against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday. A Los Angeles Kings home game was postponed a day earlier.

2 years ago

Emma Tsurkov and Elizabeth Tsurkov smile
International
Military
New Jersey

Israel rallies global support to win release of Princeton student believed kidnapped in Iraq

Elizabeth Tsurkov, a 38-year-old student at Princeton University, disappeared in Baghdad in March 2023 while doing research for her doctorate.

2 years ago

Jalen Hurts throws a ball
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles and Packers head into their wild-card matchup with QBs Hurts and Love fighting injuries

Jalen Hurts returned to practice after a two-week layoff with a concussion; he is expected to start Sunday. Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love is nursing a sore elbow.

2 years ago

Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly opens drug recovery home as part of Kensington revival plan

The $54 million complex will house up to 336 people, and may expand in the future.

2 years ago

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Business
Philadelphia

Macy’s to close Center City location, city officials paint optimistic future of Philly retail

Officials believe the mixed-use redevelopment will be ready before the Sixers arena opens down the street in 2031.

2 years ago

Kevin Smith and Matt Meyer
Delaware
Housing
Politics

Delaware volunteers honor President Carter’s legacy at Habitat for Humanity build site in Wilmington

Gov.-elect Matt Meyer joined volunteers paying tribute to Carter’s housing initiatives with hands-on service.

2 years ago

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Cargo ship stuck in the river at night
Environment
Infrastructure
Transportation

U.S. Coast Guard still working to free cargo ship stuck along the Delaware River

The ship ran aground in the Delaware River north of the Ben Franklin Bridge. It is carrying 45,000 tons of solar salt, according to the Coast Guard.

2 years ago

a sportscar
Things To Do
Community Events
Delaware
New Jersey
Philadelphia

Philadelphia Auto Show, Ardmore Winter Beer Fest, Lunar New Year and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Jan. 9–12: “MJ: The Musical,” an artist showcase in Delaware and Wide World of Animals in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 years ago

Listen 5:15
Ruins of a home after an explosion
PlanPhilly
Housing
Infrastructure
Philadelphia

Port Richmond residents sue PGW, PECO, city and neighbors over 2023 explosion that leveled homes

Three suits filed by residents of Miller Street accuse PGW, the city, PECO and other residents of negligence that contributed to the blast.

2 years ago

Listen 1:08
Eiji Mizukane places a glass bottle into a paper trash bag during a North Philly cleanup
Community Events
History
Philadelphia
Social Justice

How to get involved in Philly’s 2025 MLK Day of Service

Here’s a look at some of the volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia, from neighborhood cleanups and printmaking workshops to park and creek restoration efforts.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Sports

Eagles QB Hurts returns to practice for the first time since he suffered a concussion

Hurts threw for 2,903 yards this season with 18 touchdowns and five interceptions.

2 years ago

Naim Scott sitting in the apartment with the propane heater running
Environment
Housing
Philadelphia

West Philly tenants say they’ve had no heat — and no answers — for months

Locust Towers apartment tenants say they don’t understand why they don’t have heat this winter and that their landlord is ignoring their complaints.

2 years ago

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the LOVE Park sign in the snow
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Philadelphia
Public Health
Public Safety

Warming centers open as safe places in Philly during cold snap

Roughly 20 sites across the city are open during the day, during the night or 24/7. City officials say everyone is welcome.

2 years ago

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