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NJ theater program giving kids chance to perform on professional set
The 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
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The 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
They're bringing a bit of the outside world inside at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as part of the museum's Dino-mite Summer, which runs until September.
Aside from enjoying the summer outside this season, there are also many fun indoor spots for parents and families to explore including some summer fun roaring into the nearby Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Marcella Baietto reports.
One Wildwood surf shop is building custom surfboards. Nikki DeMentri reports.
South Jersey reporter Brandon Goldner recently caught up with professional sculptor Matt Long for a look at what it takes to make these masterpieces.
Yolanda Roman makes recreations of the Wildwood beach balls for people's homes down the shore.
Aside from being an island, Brigantine has so many unique features that set it apart from other beach towns in South Jersey. Check it out!
A Brigantine man is on a mission to keep the city's beaches and streets clean of trash, but to accomplish his goal, he first needed to figure out a way to get people's attention.
A Brigantine man is on a mission to keep the city's beaches and streets clean of trash. But to do so, he needed to figure out how to bring attention to the problem.
Meet the Bro Tower AKA the zoo's pack of three male giraffes! Swing by the Elmwood Park Zoo this summer to meet the guys, but be sure to bring extra romaine lettuce.
The Elmwood Park Zoo wants to celebrate its 100th birthday with you! Check out some of the zoo's fantastic birthday festivities on the first Saturday of every month or the thrill-seeking ride features the zoo continues to offer.
Noah, one of the Elmwood Park Zoo's ambassador bald eagles, has the very important job of teaching people about his species. Some may recognize Noah from the Philadelphia Eagles home games. Meteorologist Bill Kelly has more from the zoo in Norristown.
The brand-new veterinary health center at Elmwood Park Zoo offers guests a rare look at the daily operations of the zoo's vet team.
Want to learn how to dance on roller skates? The Great on Skates crew will teach you for free on Sundays in Philadelphia.
Let the weekend begin and celebrate summer in the city of Philadelphia. Ukee Washington reports at Smith Memorial Playground in East Fairmount Park for Kidchella.
Summer season is officially rolling in. If you like roller skating and dancing, over by Boathouse Row, you can grab your skates, lace up and learn how to groove from some seasoned pros. Eva Andersen introduces Great on Skates.
Can you hear the beat of summer in the city? A children's music festival is underway at Smith Memorial Playground. The popular spot has welcomed generations of families. Ukee Washington, who is way too cool to be hot, made the trip to East Fairmount Park for Kidchella.
Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse to undergo new projects as it celebrates 125 years of fun.
Just in time for the sweltering heat, Philadelphia is opening nearly all of its pools to the public this week.
American pride was on full display at the Stripes and Stars Festival Friday for Flag Day where members of our military helped lead a parade to Independence Hall.
The National Constitution Center's Stripes and Stars Festival celebrates the fabric of our country and shows the flag is much more than it appears to be.
Downtown Kennett Square is filled with dozens of businesses that are ready to welcome visitors for the summer.
Downtown Kennett Square is filled with dozens of businesses that are ready to welcome visitors for the summer. Madeleine Wright reports.
It's the heart of Longwood Gardens' most significant undertaking in a century: Longwood Reimagined.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
A 15-year-old is critically injured after they were shot in the head inside a North Philadelphia recording studio Friday afternoon, according to police.
Park Finder is a new app helping families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their child's needs as July marks a major milestone in the U.S.
In a letter to the community, the Haverford Township School District says it only learned about a fifth-grade teacher's alleged criminal actions after the second time he was arrested.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
A police officer and K-9 received minor injuries in a crash in Trenton on Thursday, police said.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
The Phillies on Friday sent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for outfielder Austin Hays.
Haddonfield beat perennial powerhouse Toms River, 9-5, in North Jersey to secure the championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded their best pass rusher to the New York Jets. Haason Reddick is now holding out for a new contract as training camp begins, and Bryce Huff is expected to replace that production.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agreed to an 8-year contract extension with an annual average value of $8.75 million.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Investigators believe these three suspects are responsible for 25 retail thefts, two robberies and $14,000 in stolen items.
A new app helps families find disability-friendly parks in Pennsylvania, celebrating 34 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
After a warm weekend, temperatures will drop down a few degrees come Monday as our NEXT Weather team tracks our next chance for showers.
The calls to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians continue to grow louder after recent crashes in the city. Now advocates are calling on Mayor Cherelle Parker to do more to improve safety but they say they're concerned.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.