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Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Washington's Crossing will host two reenactments on Dec. 14 and Dec. 25 at Routes 532 and 32 River Road in Bucks County. The Dec. 14 event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with admission, featuring reenactors, a General Washington speech, and activities, while the Dec. 25 event is free. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Art Museum will open its Rising Up – Rocky and the Making of Monuments exhibit in April 2026 in the Dorrance Galleries. The exhibit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Rocky film franchise and features over 150 works by more than 50 artists. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Immersive Candlelit Holiday Concert brings live musicians and elegantly costumed performers together for holiday classics in-the-round. Matinee + evening shows are available, and groups can get discounts through primatheatre.org/group. Metro Philadelphia
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Sindhu Nair became a new homeowner in Port Richmond after using an FHA loan and seller assist to buy a rowhouse (1,254 sqft) for $325,000; she closed on the house on Aug. 25 to avoid extra rent. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MLB Winter Meetings started Sunday in Orlando where Hall of Fame voters selected Jeff Kent while new contract talks emerged for Kyle Schwarber as teams vie for talent. Local Phillies reporters are tracking additional updates throughout the event. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Eagles' offense remains in a conservative mode that relies on safe low-risk plays despite modern NFL trends favoring motion and misdirection. Coach Nick Sirianni may revise his approach as quarterback Jalen Hurts and the team look to unlock more dynamic options. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Nick Castellanos said he is open to playing first base for 2026 if traded or signed by a new team — the Phillies will decide roster changes during Winter Meetings as they plan next season. The veteran outfielder’s flexibility may boost his value as the team reshapes its lineup. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ On Saturday at Xfinity Mobile Arena, Villanova won the Big 5 Classic by beating Penn 90-63. The Wildcats now stand at 6-1 while Penn dropped to 5-4 after a key player left the game with an injury. Metro Philadelphia
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