Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of September.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
GLEC in Germantown secured $9.2 million in city and state funds to repair its aging facility—installing new HVAC, showers and community center upgrades—while it faces a $25,000 monthly deficit.
Local donors and officials continue rallying support for the vital housing and program hub.
Doylestown residents Vonna DeArmond and Katherine Good Semisch are hosting a series of table conversations for Bucks County residents to discuss the new five-part documentary 'Bucks County, USA,' which began airing on PBS and WHYY on Sept.
21 — each session allows 30 participants to share insights and bridge divides.
Two area schools harness solar energy (via the Solar for Schools grant) to lower bills and teach skills.
Unionville High School in Kennett Square activated its 650-kW array last Friday while Universal Audenried Charter School in Grays Ferry is installing a 350-kW system (covering 75% of costs) under the program.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer campaigned for Josh Shapiro at the Morning Glory diner in Bella Vista on Friday as breakfast patrons enjoyed politically themed dishes + supporters rallied behind his re-election bid against state Treasurer Stacy Garrity.
The event underscored the governors’ shared message of hard work and unity.
Pennsylvania reported its largest measles outbreak in 2026 and its deadliest since 1992 — health officials urge residents to check their vaccination records as they plan steps to boost community immunity.
At Subaru Park Saturday night, Philadelphia Union defeated Orlando City by a 4 to 2 score with Milan Iloski’s hat trick that extended their unbeaten streak to 12 and marked their sixth straight win under interim head coach Ryan Richter.
The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Bears Monday night in Chicago.
The team, led by Jalen Hurts, plans to build on recent wins as they expect Saquon Barkley to boost their passing attack for a dominant game.
Facing a do-or-die situation after three losses and with a postseason bid on the line, the Phillies are starting Aaron Nola on two days’ rest today as interim manager Don Mattingly counts on his strong recent pitching (he last faced the Brewers).
The Flyers closed their preseason on Saturday with a 5-1 loss to the Capitals, preparing for season opener on Sept.
30 against the Penguins. GM Danny Brière said Vladar should be ready for game one, Jiricek will start on defense, and Barkey will miss games due to a lower-body injury.
The Philadelphia Phillies lost 12-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday night, further hurting playoff hopes.
Pitching problems + poor offense led to the blowout and left the team struggling to compete.
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