Big Plans In The Works To Revitalize Lower Lancaster Avenue
Dozens were on hand at the historic Hawthorne Hall to mark the beginning of "Make Your Mark," a community driven effort to revitalize lower Lancaster Avenue.
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Dozens were on hand at the historic Hawthorne Hall to mark the beginning of "Make Your Mark," a community driven effort to revitalize lower Lancaster Avenue.
Cherry Hill Land Associates won the property for $10.1 million. They were among four major bidders that attended the private auction in Center City on Monday morning.
The poll by AAA shows that more than 400,000 vacationers in the eight-county Philadelphia region are ready to return to the Jersey shore this summer.
"It's the undisputable, number one cause of death of student athletes," Darren Sudman says. "We can't just look at them and assume their heart is fine."
"The debate as to whether to buy food or to heat the house should not be a debate, in my opinion," says Nadia Ouazzi.
The point was to protest the administration's decision to not immediately reinstate a fired employee after an arbitrator ruled that she should be allowed to return to work.
A Bucks County community is on high alert Sunday as there has been yet another black bear sighting, this time in Croydon.
South Philadelphia High School alumni welcomed a former Tuskegee airman into its Hall of Fame Sunday.
Christie says he's determined to see the rebuilding work completed with the help of anyone willing to give.
It was all for the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society's annual "City in Bloom" event.
The city was expecting about 1,000 people to show up, but about three times that number were standing in a line that wrapped around the Municipal Services Building, across from City Hall.
An online reality website has released its list of the top school districts with the most affordable housing, and a Philadelphia suburb has made the cut.
Artist Peter Quinn says all folks need to do is show up. "They'll be given chalk and they'll literally lay down on the pavement and trace each other to create the drawing."
Councilman Mark Squilla says the association was hobbled by the cost of being sued twice in 13 months. Even though the cases didn't go to court, he says, the OCCA faced $10,000 in legal bills.
Six young and successful men got together in 1812 in a cake shop near 3rd and Market Streets to launch their endeavor.
Forty-seven people, representing 29 countries, stood to take the oath of citizenship, renouncing allegiance to their former homelands, embracing America as their own.
Chester County sheriff Carolyn Welsh took a lot of heat from anti-gun activists who said the department's plan to raffle off guns -- especially an AR-15 -- at the annual Wild Game Dinner was insensitive.
Every year, anywhere from dozens to hundreds of cyclists gather at the foot of the Philadelphia Art Museum to remember the riders killed and many injured in the past year.
Fifteen-year-old Nasir has big dreams: he wants to join the military and hopes to be the second African-American president.
The house across from Wayne Junction is a wreck - broken windows, ripped shingles, drooping trim. But Devon Goodwin sees potential.
"While this new safe haven is a huge step toward addressing the safety needs of survivors, our work as a community is far from over," said Jeannine Lisitski, executive director of Women Against Abuse.
Prior to moderating an event at the Constitution Center, Jeffrey Rosen -- a George Washington University law professor -- talked with KYW Newsradio about his vision for the museum.
"Bebashi" was formed in 1985 to serve the growing number of African-Americans in Philadelphia infected with HIV or AIDS, but it has grown to develop programs serving the area poor.
Oshunbumi Fernandez spends her days and nights focused on tending the legacy planted by her mother, Lois, 38 years ago.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rainy weather is fairly low.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rainy weather is fairly low.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds after a crash in North Philadelphia, police said.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
Philadelphia flight instructor John Aytch was giving a lesson about what to do when a plane loses power when that exact scenario occurred.
Ramesses Vazquez-Viana suffered burns to more than 90% of his body in the January 2025 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.
Police said the video shows a black SUV striking a 14-year-old boy riding his bike at the intersection of South York and School roads.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
North Wildwood declared an emergency about three weeks ago after a series of winter storms stripped away several feet of sand.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Paul George scored 23 points, Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. each had 21 as the 76ers defeat the Timberwolves.
The Flyers beat the Islanders 3-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division.
Brandon Marsh hit the longest homer of his career, Bryce Harper homered for the second straight game, and the Phillies tagged Michael Lorenzen for nine runs on 12 hits.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
A 7,000 square foot mini soccer pitch will replace the pickleball courts at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia through October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Saturday is the better day to get outside, as the chance for rain is fairly low. Not zero, but a few passing showers are about all we expect. Bill Kelly reports.
From chocolates, to pound cake, to flowers, customers are making sure they secure their Easter goods before Sunday. Kerri Corrado reports.
10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana was honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game Friday night. His mother says its a moment that will stay with him long after the bell rings. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Tracking the NEXT big change for Easter Sunday. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A young survivor of the Northeast Philly plane crash will take center court Friday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena, where 10-year-old Ramesses Vazquez-Viana will be honored before the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game. Wakisha Bailey reports.