Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of June.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
The Wardrobe and Broad Street Love have expanded a free clothing program that served 375 guests facing housing insecurity at their Center City site and now urge donations at The Wardrobe, 413 N.
4th Street, Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Philadelphia blends rich history and modern quirks as an Upsala estate in Germantown must host Revolutionary War reenactments while a phanatic-themed apartment rents for $19.78 a night, and a Nicolas Cage bar crawl will take place this weekend in Jenkintown (showing the city's playful side).
A time capsule will be buried on July 4 at Independence National Historical Park as part of the Semiquincentennial celebrations.
The 900-pound capsule carries items from every state and government branch and will remain sealed until 2276.
Pennsylvania now features art trails and murals that celebrate local history and culture as guided and self-guided tours in Philadelphia and other cities such as West Reading, Lancaster, and Pittsburgh invite residents to experience engaging, photo-worthy installations.
A Pennsylvania state Supreme Court ruling now treats skill games like slot machines, meaning Philadelphia corner stores risk facing a 52% tax unless lawmakers act before the new rules take effect in four months.
Store owners say the machines boost overall sales.
On June 12, the Philadelphia Energy Authority approved a contract with Reactivate to build a 1.5 MW solar array at Northeast Airport — aiming to complete operations by end of 2027 as developers must spend 5% of costs by July 4 to secure renewable credits amid shifting federal rules.
Gov. Shapiro welcomed 63 new citizens from 17 countries who took their oaths at historic Valley Forge on Friday, joined by a George Washington reenactor + a bald eagle.
The ceremony celebrated years of hard work and marked a milestone for those earning citizenship.
SEPTA will install new reflective bus stop signs at over 13,000 stops next month as part of its bus network revamp that cuts 18 routes and adds two new ones, with red markings for frequent service.
Riders will see the signs in July.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is exploring modular building to boost her $2 billion H.O.M.E. initiative that aims to create 30,000 affordable homes.
Officials are reviewing proposals to build a modular factory at the Logan Triangle in North Philly — a move designed to speed construction and support union jobs.
This summer, Philadelphia locals can enjoy outdoor activities including Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway + bubble parties, free paddle boating + salsa classes at FDR Park, new exhibitions at Andalusia Historic House, movie nights in city parks, and the Festival of Fountains season at Longwood Gardens, offering fun for all ages.
Since joining the Phillies on June 13, Derek Hill has posted a 1.042 OPS in 11 games after being traded from the White Sox, sparking a boost in right-field power as the team averages 6.2 runs when he appears in the lineup.
The Phillies rallied in the ninth inning to beat the Nationals for their third straight win at Nationals Park last Thursday night — key hits in the final inning helped the bullpen hold off an early offensive surge.
The Eagles' first-round pick Jihaad Campbell, who played with a shoulder injury last season and switched his number to 11, is set to return to training camp and lead a young linebacking group in a breakout sophomore role next season (he is expected to make a strong impact).
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