Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of September.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
Renovations at Kensington’s McPherson Square Library began Monday with a $21 million investment to restore the historic Carnegie building (a landmark in Kensington) and create new spaces while improving accessibility.
Time Mission Philadelphia offers immersive team challenges + interactive games at its Center City venue.
Visitors can experience over 25 themed missions including a new Fish Bowl challenge at 1530 Chestnut St, with tickets starting at $40.
Philadelphia Visitor Center is hosting a fall-long Rocky Season that kicks off today, featuring a run up the Museum steps, a Rocky-themed bus tour, and a meat market challenge celebrating the film's 50th anniversary.
More events are planned through Dec. 3.
Temple University has opened a 30,000 sqft Essential Needs Hub on the first floor of the student center at 13th and Montgomery, where students and community members can access a food pantry, tech repair lab, thrift store, and child care assistance.
The hub opened for the fall semester.
Philadelphia's first licensed mobile methadone unit launched on Friday, Sept.
25 to offer medication-assisted treatment directly in underserved neighborhoods; it operates 365 days to provide short-term care (including counseling and peer support) before referring patients to longer-term services.
Xfinity Mobile Arena now offers new game-day food choices for Flyers and Sixers fans, including a short-rib corndog, chicken gyro, beer-fermented soft pretzel and a blood orange and fennel salad, with favorites like cheesesteaks still on offer (menu items debut this season).
LeBron James looks forward to playing with enthusiastic Sixers fans as he often visits Philly and values the strong local support.
The basketball star anticipates another exciting game on the court.
Zach Ertz was elevated from the Eagles’ practice squad for Monday night's game against the Bears, making his first appearance since 2021 as he steps in following Dallas Goedert’s MCL sprain.
At the Sixers’ annual Media Day on Monday, LeBron James said that Tyrese Maxey played a key role in his decision to join the team — his conversations with Maxey helped him feel that Philadelphia was the right fit.
James emphasized the need for unity and hard work as the team moves forward.
The Philadelphia 76ers announced they will bring back the popular Iverson-era black Classic jerseys for the 2026-27 season + they also revealed Bloom Energy as their new jersey patch partner to support community initiatives.
Philadelphia Eagles will face the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football as they try to start 3-0 under coach Nick Siriannia.
The Bears will miss starting quarterback Caleb Williams (hamstring injury), while the Eagles rely on Saquon Barkley and a bolstered defense to tip the balance.
After nearly missing the playoffs last week, the Phillies kept their postseason hopes alive and now enter the playoffs for the fifth straight year — giving Philadelphia fans renewed hope for the postseason.
Eagles fans hired lawyer George Bochetto to fight new tailgating restrictions at the Linc, which limit parking to designated spots + restrict tailgating areas as set by Sports Complex Parking Venture.
No new events today. You can submit one here.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Philadelphia.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.