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You wait all school year for June to roll around so summer vacation can start, and in the blink of an eye, it seems, it's almost over . Philly area families hoping to head out for one last summertime adventure before the kids head back to school have plenty of exciting options to choose from, including these five destinations.
It is possible to plan an affordable getaway to the Big Apple. You just have to look into finding things that will fit within your New York City getaway budget.
From escaping the daily grind with a day trip to a fun destination to squeezing in some vacation fun without the added expense of an overnight stay, these top spots are all within an easy drive of the City of Brotherly Love.
Some travelers just outside 30th Street Station got creative, and some strangers became friends.
With urban bicycling all the rage these days, you can bike big cities and avoid the traffic scrum.
Many of the best family-friendly destinations are also among the most obvious.
Rich covered the revelation that the Germanwings flight that crashed in the French Alps was brought down deliberately, the NCAA's objection to a new law in Indiana, and a man who $7 million on a lottery ticket. He also talked with aviation lawyer Arthur Wolk and Dr. Katie Schultheis.
Rich discusses the reaction to Texas Senator Ted Cruz running for President, New Jersey banning microbeads, and New York City limiting the amount of juice that day care centers can give to children. He also talked to NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback, Roger Staubach, Joel Mathis from Philadelphia Magazine, and Alexis Garcia from Reason.
Two tickets to a Broadway show can break the bank. But how about live improv, off Broadway?
One of the nation's first non-profits, about to celebrate its bicentennial next year, will do so by moving from New York City to the historical center of Philadelphia.
Rich discussed New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's appearance in the box of Dallas Cowboy's Owner Jerry Jones and the tension between New York Mayor Bill De Blasio and the city's police department. He talked with Dr. Anthony Tobia who uses Seinfeld characters in his psychiatry class at Rutgers, Tim Smith, the attorney for a teacher in New Jersey who denies having sex with a student, and North Carolina Congressman Walter Jones.
The Fraternal Order of Police organized buses to take Philadelphia officers to join thousands of others at the Queens church where Officer Ramos will be memorialized.
If New York City is a mecca for area Christmas shoppers and tree-gazers, it's also a getaway destination for Hanukah celebrations.
The best way to prevent a Blue Christmas is to visit one of the best holiday destinations in America for singles.
You've probably heard that New York City mayor Bill de Blasio is asking his City Council to ban those iconic horse-drawn carriages so familiar to Central Park visitors.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's public comments in the aftermath of the decision not to indict NYC police officer Daniel Pantaleo in the death of suspect Eric Garner are disrespectful and unwise.
A record-setting 4.16-pound white truffle has sold for $61,250 at a New York City auction.
Students at five Philadelphia High Schools protested recent events in Ferguson, Missouri and New York City, throughout the day, all of the demonstrations peaceful without incidents or arrests.
Refer to this holiday travel guide for what to see and do in New York City over the holidays.
New York City prosecutors have charged "Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro with three misdemeanor counts of drunken-driving.
Instead of gathering at someone's home this Thanksgiving, make plans for a destination Thanksgiving getaway that the entire family will enjoy.
Ethan Reid, author of "The Undying," from Simon & Schuster shares his list of the creepiest vacation spots around the world for Halloween.
A New York City doctor has tested positive for the Ebola virus after coming down with symptoms Thursday, officials have announced.
New York has a number of fascinating secret places, some that even a New Yorker may not be aware of.
Four Northeastern states have agreed to collaborate in investigations of heroin trafficking that often cross state lines, authorities said Wednesday.
Travis Konecny got his 500th NHL point and Dan Vladar made 17 saves as the Philadelphia Flyers beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1.
Eight members of a Philadelphia youth football team were charged after allegedly stealing more than $2,000 worth of merchandise from a Dick's Sporting Goods in Florida last weekend.
After seeing improvements in illegal dumping, the city is expanding its twice-weekly trash pickup to North Philadelphia.
The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee voted unanimously on Tuesday to advance a bill to make all schools phone-free in the state.
Nick Patterson will make his debut in the Philadelphia Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" a year after being diagnosed with cancer.
Family identified the 70-year-old woman who died in a rowhome fire in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood as Denise Green.
Travis Konecny got his 500th NHL point and Dan Vladar made 17 saves as the Philadelphia Flyers beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1.
Temperatures are the coldest they've been since February Tuesday morning, with widespread teens and some windchills that dip into the single digits.
Eight members of a Philadelphia youth football team were charged after allegedly stealing more than $2,000 worth of merchandise from a Dick's Sporting Goods in Florida last weekend.
After seeing improvements in illegal dumping, the city is expanding its twice-weekly trash pickup to North Philadelphia.
Eight members of a Philadelphia youth football team were charged after allegedly stealing more than $2,000 worth of merchandise from a Dick's Sporting Goods in Florida last weekend.
After seeing improvements in illegal dumping, the city is expanding its twice-weekly trash pickup to North Philadelphia.
Nick Patterson will make his debut in the Philadelphia Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" a year after being diagnosed with cancer.
A 30-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy were shot and killed in a shooting in Philadelphia's Germantown section Tuesday night, police said.
Family identified the 70-year-old woman who died in a rowhome fire in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood as Denise Green.
Twins in New Jersey were arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot ICE officers "on sight" and hang the top spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security.
Mantua Township voters will decide whether to raise $39 million in bonds to repair aging school buildings.
Three members of a family of four were killed in a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike, leaving their community heartbroken.
Mark Paulino, a former elementary school and Santa actor, was arrested on child porn charges, the Mercer County prosecutor said.
Three people are dead, including a minor, after a crash in East Windsor Township on the New Jersey Turnpike, state police said.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
Nick Patterson will make his debut in the Philadelphia Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" a year after being diagnosed with cancer.
Instead of big incisions, doctors at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital are using tiny scopes with tips that freeze. For patients, it means they get diagnosed faster with no downtime.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA and TWU Local 234 reached a labor agreement Monday that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia.
All SEPTA services will run on a normal schedule Monday, days after TWU Local 234 warned a strike was "imminent."
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Travis Konecny got his 500th NHL point and Dan Vladar made 17 saves as the Philadelphia Flyers beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1.
Kyle Schwarber, who the Phillies reportedly signed to a five-year deal, will play for the U.S. in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
The Phillies and DH Kyle Schwarber agreed to a five-year, $150 million contract in free agency Tuesday.
Cameron Dicker kicked five field goals and Tony Jefferson intercepted Jalen Hurts at the 1-yard line to lift the Chargers to a 22-19 overtime victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night.
Former Philadelphia Eagles great and Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL in his right knee.
Zarwin Baum hosted a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate benefiting the Easter Seals.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes have been announced. Here are the nominees.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
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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.
Family and friends say Denise Green, 70, was a loving mother of three, a grandmother to many more and a deeply faithful Christian.
A shooting in Philadelphia's Germantown section left a man and a teenager dead Tuesday night, police said.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region Tuesday night as the Delaware Valley deals with the cold and more snow and rain on the way.
Earlier this year, Kada Scott went missing for two weeks and was found dead. Her father hopes the council hearing will save other young women.
Police are using surveillance video to try to identify the person responsible.