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Arts & Entertainment

Former Phillies player Scott Rolen elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame

Slick-fielding third baseman Scott Rolen was elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame with five votes to spare above the 75% needed.

4 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts reacts after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver DeVonta Smith
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Eagles vs. 49ers: NFC Championship tickets at the Linc sell out in minutes

Tickets Swooped Up! We are told tickets for Sunday afternoon's game at Lincoln Financial Field between the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers sold out in minutes.

4 years ago

Thiago Vazquez points to the Philadelphia Union badge on his shirt during his signing day
Arts & Entertainment

From the field to the screen: Thiago Vazquez is repping the Philadelphia Union in the eMLS FIFA 23 tournament

Thiago Vazquez, a sophomore at the University of Delaware, will compete in Major League’s Soccer’s esports competition of “EA SPORTS FIFA 23.”

4 years ago

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates his touchdown with wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and center Jason Kelce (62)
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Eagles announce ticket information for NFC Championship game

There is a four-ticket limit per household and all tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

4 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey
Arts & Entertainment

76ers, without Embiid and Harden, edge Kings for 5-0 trip

Embiid and Harden rested foot injuries but the rest of the 76ers snapped Sacramento’s six-game winning streak.

4 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts reacts after throwing a touchdown pass to wide receiver DeVonta Smith
Arts & Entertainment

Hurts, Eagles pound Giants early, coast to NFC title game

Top-seeded Philadelphia will host the NFC championship game next Sunday against either Dallas or San Francisco.

4 years ago

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Eagles set to take on Giants in NFL Divisional Round

Saturday night is the first game of the playoffs for the Eagles, as they fight to bring home the championship trophy.

4 years ago

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The Bird Dog truck will roll up to the Eagles tailgate before the Giants playoff game

Fans at the Linc in advance of Eagles-Giants will have a chance to snag free “Bird Dogs” to help power their playoff tailgate.

4 years ago

From left, Philadelphia 76ers Chief Executive Officer Adam Aron, owner Joshua Harris, president Rod Thorn, owner David Blitzer,  coach Doug Collins, and owner Art Wrubel, poses for photographs during a news conference at the Palestra Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, in Philadelphia.  The sale of the team ends Comcast-Spectacor's 15-year run of ownership.  (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
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What do the Sixers owners own? A lot, with a downtown arena and NFL team on the wish list

A rundown of the extensive portfolio of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment.

4 years ago

File photo: Many trees were felled as part of the restoration and renovation of the Cobbs Creek golf course and community engagement center, as seen on Feb. 27, 2022. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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Cobbs Creek Golf Course zoning exemption gets commission approval despite opposition

Residents fear the zoning overlay could worsen flooding downstream of the golf course, but a state official and a developer’s contractor say that’s not likely.

4 years ago

The jingling bells, string lights, Santas and snowmen have been replaced by a Birds' fan oasis that's sure to excite your feelings of nostalgia. (6abc)
Arts & Entertainment
6abc

Tinsel Takes Flight: Philly’s holiday pop-up bar redecorates for Birds fans

The jingling bells, string lights, Santas and snowmen have been replaced by a Birds' fan oasis that's sure to excite your feelings of nostalgia.

4 years ago

The Katie's Komets playing in the 2022 Katie Kirlin Junior Wheelchair Basketball Tournament. (Ellen C. Miller for Philadelphia Parks and Recreation)
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Katie’s Komets compete: Philly’s junior wheelchair basketball team gears up for 25th anniversary tournament

Despite the Carousel House shutting down, the program is finding ways to thrive.

4 years ago

Philadelphia Flyers' Ivan Provorov plays during an NHL hockey game, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, in Philadelphia
Community

Flyers coach Tortorella defends Provorov’s Pride boycott

Provorov cites his Russian Orthodox religion as the reason he did not participate in warmups on Tuesday before the game against the Anaheim Ducks.

4 years ago

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Green bread and special beer for Philadelphia Eagles big playoff run

The Eagles take on the Giants in the NFC Divisional Round Saturday night.

4 years ago

Wrestler Jamin Pugh, Jay Briscoe
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6abc

Delaware school district closed after death of pro wrestler Jay Briscoe at age 38

According to Sports Illustrated, Jay Briscoe was killed in a crash in Laurel, Delaware.

4 years ago

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