Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of August.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
This summer, Philadelphia’s food programs at over 500 sites, including camps and church Playstreets, distributed an estimated 1 million meals to children using federal funds (a vital resource amid rising grocery costs).
Local leaders like block captain Michella Crosby continue to lead efforts to keep kids fed.
Poe’s Sandwich Joint will end at Human Robot on Sept.
3 as Cantina La Martina takes over with grand openings Sept. 13 at its two locations in Kensington and Brewerytown; the Monto will reopen its kitchen under chef Jake Bukowski with modern Irish food on Sept. 1.
On Monday morning, a hybrid-electric aircraft took flight from the Tioga Marine Terminal in Port Richmond.
Entrepreneurs and elected officials watched the demo that could boost air taxi jobs + spur local infrastructure for quick regional trips.
Kaidan brings Japanese ghost stories to life in an intimate show at Shofuso on Sept.
18 and 19. Schreiben the Conjurer leads limited 7 and 9 p.m. performances in a historic setting — reservations required.
At Lau Kee in Chinatown, Chef Chuien Liu brings decades of experience to Cantonese roasted duck and Fujianese specialties, inviting locals to sample dishes such as red vinasse pig stomach and Qinghong wine.
The diner is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 934 Race St.
A $3 million federal grant funds the RESTART program — a job training and apprenticeship initiative for justice-involved youth in four counties — with Philadelphia Works receiving $851,000 to prepare 115 young adults for careers in welding, health care and IT.
It also covers transportation and child care.
A new study (by urban planning experts) found that Philly neighborhoods near industrial sites and busy roads have higher asthma rates compared to areas with more green space, showing how zoning and long-term disinvestment affect air quality and residents' health.
The Philadelphia Eagles are traveling to Foxborough for joint practices with the New England Patriots on Aug.
19 and 20 — ahead of their preseason clash on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. EST. The sessions will also mark A.J. Brown’s first on-field encounter with his former team.
The Eagles had an undecided QB2 battle on Saturday night in a preseason loss at M&T Bank Stadium.
Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee struggled with key third downs and will seek improvement during upcoming practices against New England.
Philadelphia Union need two wins this week to reach an MLS playoff spot after a four-game winning streak.
They face Inter Miami today at 7:30 pm and travel to Austin FC on Sat at 8:30 pm (a victory in both could move them into playoff contention next week).
The Flyers signed defenseman Hunter McDonald to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $912,500.
The 24-year-old, coming from Lehigh Valley Phantoms, made his NHL debut last season and now will work to secure a spot at the NHL level — a move to boost his development.
Tuesday night, Zack Wheeler pitched a challenging but effective game in a 6 to 4 win for the Phillies as the team’s new offensive approach produced over 10 hits and 15 baserunners (their fifth win in a row) before they face Miami tomorrow.
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