🌱 Philadelphia Patch: What's Happening Today (Wed, Jan 25)

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Temple Football Team Helps Salvation Army Unload, Stock Food Pantry In West Philly

They also picked up trash around the building.

How Current COVID-19 Cases In Pennsylvania Compare To The Nation

The omicron variant brought new daily cases of COVID-19 to all time highs in the United States. Though omicron appears to have peaked, t ...

Free Library Of Philadelphia: Read, Baby, Read Presents Early Literacy Ideas And Music

Free Library initiative focused on encouraging early literacy development among infants and young toddlers under two years old.

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At Least 13 Killed In Philadelphia Fire, Deadliest In 100 Years

At least 13 people, including several children, died when a row home converted into public housing apartments caught fire Wednesday morning.

Fried Ham with Sprouts and Rice

Not sure what to cook for dinner tonight? Adam Cole has you covered with this fresh new recipe.

Pennsylvania Man, Alan William Byerly, Charged In Attack On AP Photographer, Police During US Capitol Riot

Officers managed to restrain Byerly, but a fellow rioter helped him escape, the FBI said. Police recovered the stun gun that he used.

Using Running To Divert Students From Juvenile Justice System

Ameer, a MileUp student crosses the 10k finish line with youth advocate, Brianna Vollmer.

Ocean City: Living In Different Areas Of The Island

The island of Ocean City, New Jersey is a mere 8-mile stretch of land and yet each part of town has its own distinctive characteristics.

How One Company Trains Service Dogs To Help Veterans Cope With PTSD

Alpha Bravo Canine Certified dog trainer Jennifer Green is not only an Army wife, but also the mother of a soldier.

12 More People Cash In As City Holds Second Philly Vax Sweepstakes Drawing

Half of the winners will come from the 19133 zip code in North Philadelphia because it has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the city.

Chesterbrook Academy at Fairmount Celebrates Grand Opening

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool at Fairmount, which officially opened June 28, features 11 classrooms and a rooftop playground

Thousands Of Municipal Workers In Philadelphia Threatening To Go On Strike

The vote does not mean a strike is imminent, but it's a sign the union is concerned about upcoming negotiations with the city.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Philadelphia Area

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives soon in the Philadelphia area.

Philly Pride Presents Disbands, Cancels Festival After ‘Irresponsible' Social Media Post

Condemnation for Philly Pride Presents after the group abruptly shut down and canceled its Pride festival that was scheduled for September.

Arts And Entertainment: After Virtual Move, Philadelphia Latino Film Festival Brings Marginalized Stories To Its Largest Audience Ever

For the second year in a row, the festival has been held as a streaming event, leading to its highest ticket sales ever.

Philadelphia Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply.

Philadelphia Woman Celebrating 105th Birthday

Gertrude Hamilton celebrated her birthday Sunday with family.

Leak At Brookhaven Gas Station Leads To Thousands Of Gallons Of Fuel Spilling Into Delaware County Waterways, Killing Dozens Of Fish

The gas spill made its way down a hill and into the sewer, retention pond, and a creek.​

21-Year-Old Man Shot Dead In Area Plagued By Dirt Bikes In Port Richmond

Dirt bike tracks were visible on the street.

Amateur Sports: Holy Ghost And The COVID-Infected High School Hockey Season

Holy Ghost Ice Hockey scores to take the lead against Pennsbury in its final game of the season.

West Philadelphia: A Sweet Spot For A Taste Of Home

The Brown Sugar she is referring to is Brown Sugar Bakery and Cafe, a Trinidadian restaurant located at 219 S. 52nd St.

Mental Health: For People Experiencing Eating Disorders And Body Image Issues, Social Media Can Either Help Or Harm

But there’s also a darker side to what is seen on social media.

Chestnut Hill: Head Of Business Association Talks About Support During Pandemic And Moving Forward

As the executive director of the business association, Dawson normally has his hands full with providing services for local businesses.

Expect To See Even More Spotted Lanternflies This Summer

According to a local entomologist, expect to see even more of this invasive species this summer.

Brotherly Love: Making Friends With Books Connects Senior Citizens With Young Students

“Making Friends With Books” is a program by the Penn Literacy Network connecting senior adults with young students, in grades two and four.

This Is How Many COVID-19 Vaccines Pennsylvania Has Received So Far

It has now been 25 weeks since the first shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine were sent out to states, kicking off the largest vaccination ...

Amateur Sports: Holy Ghost And The COVID-Infected High School Hockey Season

Holy Ghost Ice Hockey scores to take the lead against Pennsbury in its final game of the season.

Environment: Philadelphia Agencies Work To Strengthen Green Spaces And Communities

A citywide network of City departments, nonprofit organizations, and public green spaces creates a patchwork of relationships.

Environment: Philadelphians Face High Energy-Burden Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

An individual’s energy burden is calculated as the percentage of income spent on energy bills, Knapp said.

Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia Hosts Virtual Patient Prom

A DJ pumped the music into the rooms, and patients got to dress up in prom dresses and tuxes.

Gun Violence: Register Tracey Gordon Hosts Webinar To Discuss Violence, Safety And Solutions In Philadelphia

On April 1, Tracey Gordon, the City of Philadelphia's Register of Wills, hosted a webinar, Plan. Prepare. Protect.

Environment: How One Local Organization Supports Community Gardens

Levesque has been a member of Bodine Street Garden (BSG) since 1999 and now manages BSG’s website and waitlists.

Education: Students Voice Concerns To City Officials

Students had the chance to discuss the issues they experience in a normal year, and specifically this year with COVID.

Callowhill: Two Brothers Giving Waste A Second Chance

Rabbit Recycling, located at 1518 Brandywine St., is a recent startup that caters to the environment through its hand-sorting and inspection

Noor Shaik, A Philadelphia Medical Student, Helping Send Life-Saving PPE, Financial Aid To COVID-19 Ravaged India

The nation of India is dealing with one of its darkest moments in history. Help is needed.

Philly Pride Month Offering Full Calendar Of Events After Pandemic Dampened Celebration Last Year

“Being able to be vaccinated and hug each other is amazing,” said Ashley Coleman.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Philadelphia Area

Blood platelet donations are in high demand for cancer patients.

Environment: Philadelphia Agencies Work To Strengthen Green Spaces And Communities

The City of Philadelphia’s Philadelphia Parks and Recreation is dedicated to operating the programming and maintenance of all spaces.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.