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‘It’s a bonding thing’: Free festival aims to get Philadelphians into fishing

The annual Philly Fun Fishing Fest is coming up on Saturday, Sept. 9 along the Schuylkill River.

3 years ago

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U.S. guard Tyrese Haliburton (4) leads the team off the court after a loss to Lithuania in a Basketball World Cup second-round match in Manila, Philippines Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023
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U.S. falls to Lithuania at Basketball World Cup but still qualifies for Paris Olympics

The loss was the first for the U.S. in 10 games this summer, counting five exhibition games on the way to the World Cup.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Alec Bohm hits a home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, in Milwaukee
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Bohm, Realmuto hit back-to-back homers as Phillies rally for 4-2 victory over Brewers

The Phillies snapped a three-game losing streak and maintained their 2 1/2-game lead over the Cubs in a crowded NL wild-card race.

3 years ago

The Acarajè Drum Community took center stage at Penn's Landing during the Brazilian Day Philadelphia event on Sunday
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On its 10th anniversary, Brazilian Day Philadelphia draws thousands to Penn’s Landing

Attendees were immersed in Brazilian cuisine, art, and music in celebration of Brazil’s independence and its cultural contributions to Philadelphia.

3 years ago

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4 confirmed sightings of escaped Chester County prisoner; residents urged to stay on alert

Danelo Cavalcante was spotted Saturday on surveillance video on the 1800 block of Lenape Road in Pocopson Township.

3 years ago

Many dressed in traditional German clothing for the Cannstatter Volksfest Verein Labor Day festival in Northeast Philadelphia. (Austin Berner)
Community Events
Billy Penn

Dirndl and lederhosen fill Northeast Philly fairgrounds for the Cannstatter Volksfest Verein Labor Day weekend festival

It’s the 151st anniversary of the Labor Day weekend festival from one of the country’s oldest German-American clubs.

3 years ago

smoke seen from a wildfire
New Jersey
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6abc

New Jersey wildfire possibly caused by plane crash grows to 831 acres, 70% contained

Officials say the wildfire has grown to 831 acres and is 70% contained, as of 10:30 a.m. Monday.

3 years ago

Julie Smith outside her home in Media, Pa. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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First annual EcoFest is coming to Media Borough

Transition Town Greater Media is hosting its first annual EcoFest on Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Heritage Park in Media Borough.

3 years ago

Burning Man attendee Josh Lease climbed on top of his camp's trailer to take a photo of the rainbow that emerged after heavy rains brought muddy grounds at the Black Rock City playa on Saturday
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Public Safety

One death reported after storms leave thousands stranded at Burning Man Festival

The festival organizers said access to and from Nevada's Black Rock Desert where the annual event takes place is closed, after nearly an inch of rainfall created mud-bath-like

3 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Visual Arts

The walls that speak: Philadelphia’s top triumphs and trials in street art

Though Philadelphia’s murals are staples of the city, not all of these artistic expressions are embraced with open arms.

3 years ago

Marty Small speaking at a podium, with other officials
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New Jersey

South Jersey leaders oppose proposal to shelter migrants at Atlantic City International Airport

The federally-owned facility is one of 11 sites suggested to New York City Mayor Eric Adams to send migrants, according to a news report.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Just 1 in 5 Eagles fans say it’s important for their partner to also root for the Birds

Flirtation before fandom? Apparently so.

3 years ago

Marchers hold signs and stand in front of a row of police officers outside of the district headquarters.
Gun Violence
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In the wake of Eddie Irizarry Jr. killing, advocates march for police accountability, transparency

The peaceful march ended in front of the Philadelphia 24th Police District station.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper reacts after hitting a home run during a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
History
Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

Basking in a month of Phillies homers, a franchise record and 3rd best in baseball history

Bryce Harper. Kyle Schwarber. Trea Turner. Nick Castellanos. Bryson Stott. Alec Bohm. 59 dingers. August was beautiful.

3 years ago

Nebraska and Omaha play a college volleyball match Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb.
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Nebraska volleyball stadium event draws 92,003 to set women’s world attendance record

The previous attendance record was 91,648, set during a soccer match in Spain last year.

3 years ago

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