Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin attends gala in Philadelphia
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin was in attendance for the Society of the Friendly Sons and Daughters of St. Patrick Gala at the Union League in Philadelphia. Photos by HughE Dillon
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Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin was in attendance for the Society of the Friendly Sons and Daughters of St. Patrick Gala at the Union League in Philadelphia. Photos by HughE Dillon
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin is speaking at Villanova University's Center for Irish Studies Saturday, and will appear in the Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday.
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Irish farmer Joe Phelan has several alpacas, and they do more than just graze the fields and provide wool — they regularly roam the halls of a local nursing home and help residents connect to the past.
The live streaming Portal in LOVE Park will be back online at 7 a.m. Friday. The interactive art project is currently offline and under maintenance after several cases of vandalism. The Philly Portal launched last October, allowing park visitors to connect with other live-streaming devices in Ireland and Poland.
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The viral Portal in Philadelphia is changing locations to pave the way for the Christmas Village in Center City.
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Joe Callahan of Portals.org and Michael Newmuis, the 2026 Director of Philadelphia, speak in LOVE Park as the Portal connecting Philly goes live. Attendees waved hello to people on the other side in Vilnius, Lithuania; Dublin, Ireland and Lublin, Poland.
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For over 23 years, the Cummins School of Irish Dance in Jenkintown has taught people of all nationalities the beautiful art of Irish dancing.
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Police said over 400 officers including many in riot gear, were deployed in Dublin city center to contain the unrest.
Aoife Byrne of County Wicklow, Ireland, put a message in a bottle in 2019. In 2023, Frank and Karen Bolger found it in North Wildwood, NJ.
Aoife Byrne of County Wicklow didn't know where the bottle would end up - it was found on the Jersey Shore.
Bonner-Prendie defeated the U.K.-based NFL Academy 34-24 in Dublin, Ireland on Friday morning.
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The legendary Irish singer-songwriter died at her home in London at the age 56, her family said.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar called the U.S. and Ireland "true partners," noting the Mr. Biden's "special affinity for Ireland."
The man's family says they're thankful for the team of nurses and doctors in Ireland.
Marcella Baietto reports.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
After a cold start to the morning in the Philadelphia region on Thursday, we will finally get back to normal highs in the low 50s.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
A Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team is heading south for chance to compete for a national championship after a dominant regular season.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Wednesday night in a 67-55 loss to Prairie View A&M University in Dayton, Ohio.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was killed in the line of duty after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
After a cold start to the morning in the Philadelphia region on Thursday, we will finally get back to normal highs in the low 50s.
A Philadelphia youth wheelchair basketball team is heading south for chance to compete for a national championship after a dominant regular season.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Wednesday night in a 67-55 loss to Prairie View A&M University in Dayton, Ohio.
Philadelphia is preparing for a surge of major events expected to draw millions of visitors in the coming months.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was killed in the line of duty after being shot during a traffic stop in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is accusing UGI Utilities, Inc. of multiple pipeline safety violations in connection with the fatal R.M. Palmer Company explosion in 2023.
A South Jersey nonprofit is teaching women how to defend themselves while also launching a new effort to support those recovering from difficult situations.
Crews are working around the clock in Medford Township after Monday night's powerful storm knocked down telephone poles and more.
A Cherry Hill couple is trying to find the origin of the peacock who's now wandering around near their home.
New Jersey parents say their 10-month-old daughter was found with a marijuana vape pen in her mouth at a Voorhees day care.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Kent County, Delaware, Monday night as severe storms hit the Philadelphia region, the National Weather Service said Tuesday.
Thousands of people spent the night without electricity around the Philadelphia area after Monday's storms.
With the region under a tornado watch through 7 p.m., several school districts have announced closings and early dismissals.
A teenager in Newark, Delaware is being charged with first degree murder after stabbing a rideshare driver multiple times, police say.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
After years of being misdiagnosed, Mary Schneider is raising awareness about narcolepsy and other sleep disorders.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
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.
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The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
The Walt Whitman Bridge is back open Wednesday after it was closed in both directions Tuesday night because of police activity.
Additional security checkpoints at PHL are closed as a partial government shutdown affecting TSA drags on.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Construction in Upper Darby and Newtown Square has frustrated drivers. PennDOT says work is set to be completed at the end of the year.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Noah Cates scored on a deflection off goalie Lukas Dostal's skate at 2:17 of overtime and — after a review for offsides on the play — the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Wednesday night.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team was knocked out of the NCAA Tournament Wednesday night in a 67-55 loss to Prairie View A&M University in Dayton, Ohio.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott, known as the "Giant killer," announced his retirement from the NFL Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Eagles are acquiring veteran QB Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers for a 2027 seventh-round draft pick.
Six NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament games will be played in Philadelphia. Here's what to know as March Madness returns for the first time since 2022.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
A West Philadelphia hip-hop artist is using his music to inspire others and bring people together.
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Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
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.
Bill Kelly says we'll be back in the low 50s on Thursday in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Strike it Strong, a nonprofit, hosts events about every other month in Willingboro.
State Sen. Anthony H. Williams, who represents Darby Borough, condemned the attack and said he is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person who assaulted the guard.
Katie's Komets, a Philadelphia youth co-ed wheelchair basketball team, will compete for a national championship for the third straight year. Krystle Rich reports.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Wednesday night.