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Houston Astros' Yordan Alvarez celebrates his three-run home run during the sixth inning in Game sixth of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
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Astros win World Series in Game 6 against the Phillies

The Houston Astros clinched their second World Series title in six seasons with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6.

4 years ago

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Billy Penn

Keep the faith: Grease pole climbing advice from a former champion

Frankie Longo, who’s won the Italian Market Festival competition multiple times, has some tips on what not to do when grease pole climbing.

4 years ago

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Delaware
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La Plaza Delaware hopes to bridge the gap with its Latino Leadership training program

By embracing the Latino Leadership training program, La Plaza Delaware aims to erase the underrepresentation of Latinos in leadership.

4 years ago

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Groups in Philadelphia sponsoring major get out the vote effort

The American Federation of Teachers and Unite Here unions are part of a national get out the vote effort which claims to have influenced many Philadelphians.

4 years ago

Hoboken Police officers stand watch outside the United Synagogue of Hoboken, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, in Hoboken, N.J. The FBI says it has received credible information about a threat to synagogues in New Jersey. The FBI's Newark office released a statement Thursday afternoon that characterizes it as a broad threat. The statement urged synagogues to
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‘This is what it means to be Jewish in America:’ N.J. rabbis respond to synagogue threats

Law enforcement officials say a broad online threat targeting New Jersey synagogues has been mitigated.

4 years ago

File photo:Philadelphia Police were on the scene at Roxborough High School following a deadly shooting Tuesday afternoon. (Cory Sharber/WHYY)
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Roxborough High shooting suspects committed separate murder a day earlier, police say

Three suspects in September’s deadly shooting near Roxborough High will be charged with murder in a separate fatal shooting that happened the day before.

4 years ago

A group of people pose for a photo on a beautiful fall day.
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Philadelphia

‘A sisterhood built on healing and nature’: How a Philly hiking group is improving women’s wellness

“It's been healing to watch other people heal,” said founder Brandi Aulston. ''That's really where I get a lot of my cup full — from watching other people fill up and release.

4 years ago

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File photo: Hoboken Police officers stand watch outside the United Synagogue of Hoboken, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, in Hoboken, N.J. (AP Photo/Ryan Kryska)
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Religion

FBI warns of ‘broad’ threat to synagogues in New Jersey

The FBI’s Newark office released a statement urging synagogues to “take all security precautions to protect your community and facility.”

4 years ago

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Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

How Philadelphians working to end gun violence feel about the Krasner impeachment effort

Some gun violence prevention advocates want DA Krasner gone, but don’t blame him for the shooting crisis in Philadelphia.

4 years ago

A stoop with chrysanthemums is visible in the morning light.
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Philadelphia
Billy Penn

How to get a rain barrel and deal with composting in Philadelphia

Here's an easy guide to how to make use of rainwater, dead leaves, and food waste through the different composting and rain barrel services offered in Philadelphia.

4 years ago

Fans cheer before Game 3 of the World Series
Philadelphia
Sports

Phillies, Houston rev up for rare World Series-NFL double dip

The Phillies and Houston Astros will play Game 5 of the World Series on Thursday. Here's the catch. The Eagles travel to Texas to play the Houston Texans at the same time.

4 years ago

Alex Bohm rounds the bases after hitting a home run in Game 3 of the World Series
Philadelphia
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Bohm hits 1,000th HR in World Series history, Phils launch 5

Bryce Harper, Bohm and Brandon Marsh teed off early in Game 3 of the 118th World Series. Kyle Schwarber and Rhys Hoskins hit drives in the fifth inning.

4 years ago

Fans arrive for Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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Heading to a Phillies game? You might want to take transit

I-95 south will be bad. Trains and buses may be crowded, but SEPTA is nearly doubling subway service to the stadium and offering free rides home.

4 years ago

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Philadelphia
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If the Phillies win, so do the Mighty Writers. Mayor Kenney’s bet could pay off for the after-school writing program

A friendly World Series wager between the mayors of Philadelphia and Houston spotlights local organizations with social missions.

4 years ago

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Sneakers and rising Philly chefs will highlight black tie gala to support trauma survivors

The Trauma Survivors Foundation hosts its annual Black Tie & Sneaker Gala at Live Casino & Hotel Saturday night, with a cocktail hour, dinner, and music from local favorites.

4 years ago

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