Tourism Officials In Montgomery County Hoping To Cash In On DNC
Montgomery County tourism officials are hoping to cash in on the upcoming Democratic National Convention with an estimated economic impact to the county of $17-million.
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Montgomery County tourism officials are hoping to cash in on the upcoming Democratic National Convention with an estimated economic impact to the county of $17-million.
Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard and his wife Krystle took some time before Wednesday's game to meet with thousands of students to talk about the importance of reading.
If you're thinking of escaping the city during the Democratic National Convention this summer, Mayor Jim Kenney and the Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee are asking you to reconsider.
Tents, grills and lawn games lined the banks of the Schuylkill River Saturday for the Independence Dragon Boat Regatta.
Philly Beer Week is in full swing with the annual 'Opening Tap' event. This year's tapping of the keg was in a new venue, the Fillmore in Fishtown.
Children with special needs were in for a big treat Wednesday. They received custom-built mobile cars thanks to a local company, and an area nonprofit.
The state transportation secretary says self-driving cars are coming and that Pennsylvania should lead the way.
Pop culture fans will be able to meet their heroes at Wizard World Comic Con Philadelphia that gets underway Thursday afternoon at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Southern New Jersey power broker George Norcross is leading an effort to breathe new life into youth athletics in Camden.
Police are offering a $20,000 reward for information that helps lead to an arrest an conviction of those responsible.
A North Wales, Montgomery County woman has been ordered to stand trial on first and third degree murder charges in connection with the shooting death of her ex-husband in May.
Kids at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia got a free preview Wednesday morning of an annual festival being held a few blocks away.
This is the sad saga of former New York Congressman Anthony Weiner's attempt to rehabilitate his public image after his first reported sexting involvement and also – astonishingly – during his second episode, after he had publicly declared himself a new man.
The dogs were found around 8 p.m. Saturday burned to death inside a plastic container along an alley near West 6th Street.
No, despite the title, it's not a horror flick about a monstrous crustacean. Actually, it's much stranger than that.
Tuesday, May 31st marks the 3rd Annual "One Day Without Sound." It's a nationwide challenge designed to increase awareness about hearing loss.
On Sunday night, a Smithsonian Channel program will feature the search for the one of the most iconic artifacts in Philadelphia sports history; the ball from Wilt Chamberlain's epic 100-point game in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
A new project is expected to revitalize the Nicetown-Tioga section of the Philadelphia, while putting formerly incarcerated city residents to work.
As promised, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has signed a bill that will that will provide for ignition interlock systems to be used by many first time DUI offenders in the state.
Philadelphia City Council held a hearing Wednesday on a beverage container tax that's seen as an alternative to Mayor Jim Kenney's proposed soda tax.
The developer and his architect on the $110-million "One Riverside" project took reporters and photographers on hard hat rides up the hoist to the 22nd story during topping off ceremonies.
Brands and businesses are discovering that one of the best ways to target audience groups, drive awareness, and increase engagement is by creating partnerships with select social media influencers.
A spokesman says Governor Tom Wolf will sign a bill implementing a new funding formula for Pennsylvania schools.
Horses and riders are arriving today in Chester County for the 120th Devon Horse Show and Country Fair.
A 20-year-old abused horse, who was shot dozens of times at close range with paintballs in Lancaster County in March, will now get to spend the rest of her life being treated like a star on a farm in New Jersey.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
The body of a 27-year-old man was found in a pond along the 8500 block of Allemaengel Road on Saturday, the Lehigh County coroner said.
A man was found shot and killed at an apparent car meetup along the 4000 block of Rising Sun Avenue in North Philadelphia, police said Sunday.
A 39-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault after a foot pursuit ended with an officer-involved shooting in Kensington Saturday morning, police say.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Jason Mutschler was charged with killing his aunt, Vanessa Sturtevent, in Lumberton, New Jersey, officials say.
For the first time in its 45-year history, Collingswood's May Fair festival was canceled as rainy weather swept across the region.
More than a dozen kayakers were rescued from the water after being stranded along the Batsto River in the Wharton State Forest on Saturday.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
Kyle Manzardo hit a pinch-hit homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift Cleveland to victory over the Phillies.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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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.
The Philadelphia area could see more showers Monday before things clear up and warmer temperatures move in. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast for Memorial Day.
Travelers at Farley Service Plaza in South Jersey on Sunday said the rainy weather put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans.
Two leucistic fawns were recently rescued in Greentown, Pennsylvania. The fawns, Dipper and Mabel, are getting care at the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center and will be released back into the wild when they are recovered.
The United States and Iran are close to reaching an agreement that would end the war, but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say they have concerns about the deal.
The Philadelphia area can expect more showers on Memorial Day, but warmer temperatures are on the way this week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.