New Book Recalls Philadelphia's Role in Bringing Statue of Liberty to U.S.
Author Elizabeth Mitchell says the iconic statue's hand and torch made a trip to Philadelphia in 1876 to help raise fund for the project's completion.
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Author Elizabeth Mitchell says the iconic statue's hand and torch made a trip to Philadelphia in 1876 to help raise fund for the project's completion.
A team of six Philadelphia youths is working hard to prepare for the Brave New Voices International Youth Poetry Festival later this month.
The annual tradition involving one of the most enduring symbols of this country's freedom took place Friday.
There was an abundance of music, costumes, and American flags, a celebration of the many cultures that make up this city.
Over 850 runners took to the road for the four mile race, while thousands of others sat on the sidelines, waiting for the parade to begin at 10 a.m.
Vice president Joe Biden is helping celebrate Independence Day in the nation's birthplace.
In the midst of celebrations in Philadelphia, we caught up with "Thomas Jefferson" (Steve Edenbo, in full character) at the National Constitution Center.
Thanks to Mother Nature, the Philly Pops orchestra held its traditional Fourth of July holiday concert indoors at the Kimmel Center last night, instead of the usual spot outside Independence Hall.
City officials tell concertgoers to dress appropriately for the heat, carry items in a clear bag if possible, and leave the coolers at home.
In light of the poor weather, some towns are canceling or rescheduling their fireworks displays.
Locals members of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority say they are devastated by the tragic death of the daughter of a fellow sorority sister and have started an online fundraiser to help out.
The U.S. Army Band returns to Philadelphia Saturday for a free concert.
McCoy shared the stage with the legend he has replaced, Brian Westbrook (at right in photo).
The flags are attached to parking meters throughout town, a sign of respect for one of the symbols that represent our heritage and freedoms.
The campers at Resurrection Baptist Church, on Landsdowne Avenue, may be on summer vacation, but the Archdiocese of Philadelphia put their young palates to work.
Philadelphia marked the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by unveiling a new exhibit today at Philadelphia International Airport.
Israel, 9, enjoys sports such as wrestling and football, and likes to play video games.
At Wings for Success in Malvern, volunteer Jean Kirkaldie is helping Caitlin find the right look from racks of donated used clothing. Jean is just one of 80 volunteers helping women like Caitlin.
It's a significant development that would net the financially troubled church in Philadelphia some $95 million.
"I do believe we have the ability to do something about this," Booker says of Congress.
Biden will join Mayor Nutter and others on Thursday morning in front of Independence Hall for the 2014 edition of the "Celebration of Freedom" ceremony.
There's a lot happening in Philadelphia this week, in the days leading up to and following the Fourth of July.
Malala Yousafzai is the youngest recipient in the award's 26-year history, and for good reason.
Dozens of volunteers packed in the East Parkside residence park in West Philadelphia Sunday to give the park a facelift.
There is a boil water advisory and water conservation notice in effect for residents of Sellersville Borough and West Rockhill Township in Bucks County.
