Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of July.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport launched its new Access PHL webpage that centralizes information on accessibility services (like quiet rooms, visual paging monitors, and special lanyards for travelers with hidden disabilities) and is updating wheelchair waiting areas in ticket lobbies.
Franklin Square celebrates 20 years on Saturday, July 25 with a free birthday party featuring crafts, music, games, and a fountain show at noon.
Benjamin Franklin leads the sing-along at 10:30 a.m. (Parx Liberty Carousel offers buy one, get one free until 5 p.m.), adding extra fun to the celebration.
Friends of Fox Chase Farm ended volunteer support after 30 years due to fee hikes and restrictions by the Philly school district, the group announced on social media.
The group once ran local 4-H and food bank programs at the 112-acre farm (straddling Philly and Abington Township).
Governor Shapiro unveiled a $125 million state initiative at B+labs in West Philadelphia on Tuesday to help life science startups secure funding, speed up clinical trials and expand workforce training; applications will open in the coming weeks.
At least 1,000 items are left on SEPTA each month, with passengers mostly recovering wallets, cellphones, or backpacks by calling lost and found at Suburban Station and other transit centers.
Call immediately if you notice a missing item.
Philly-area officials launched an aggressive driver campaign along U.S. 1 in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties this week to reduce traffic fatalities.
The campaign will continue through Aug. 16 as officials enforce speed limits and address aggressive driving to help lower crashes.
The FDA announced a voluntary recall of Taylor Farms lettuce in PA and NJ after an initial Cyclospora test on a shipment was later found false; the CDC advises consumers to discard affected lettuce and wash surfaces that came into contact with it.
Known Associates, a new cocktail bar serving inventive cocktails + chef-driven food, has opened at 941 Spruce Street in Center City.
The venue seats 40 guests and is open daily from 3 p.m. to midnight.
The Phillies beat the Dodgers 10-7 at Citizens Bank Park in the series opener, with Trea Turner hitting two home runs and driving in five runs despite shaky defense.
He reached his 200th career long ball in a rollercoaster game that lifted his team.
The Phillies shifted their pitching roles as reliever Alex McFarlane, a promising 17th-ranked prospect, joined the bullpen Monday night after Alan Rangel was optioned — interim manager Don Mattingly said the move aimed to strengthen the bullpen in tight games.
The Phillies have called up outfielder Bryan De La Cruz to boost their roster against left-handed pitching this week — his strong performance in the Dominican Winter League earned him a promotion.
He faces a chance to prove his worth before the August trade deadline.
On Monday night, the Phillies reached their 1,000th win at Citizens Bank Park with a 10 to 4 victory over the Dodgers, marking a milestone achieved in 22 years of play.
The ballpark has seen fan experience upgrades and modern features over time (reflecting ongoing improvements).
With two weeks until the trade deadline, the Phillies are weighing moves to improve their uncertain bullpen — relying mainly on one trusted reliever to boost playoff hopes.
Front office officials are set to plan new steps to add depth to the pitching staff.
The Phillies had scouts at a recent Giants-Royals game (in Kansas City) to watch left fielder Heliot Ramos, known for his power.
The team, needing a boost in outfield performance and offense, may pursue a deal before the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
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