Philadelphia Local News – Saturday, December 27th, 2025

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Saturday, December 27th, 2025

Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Philadelphia residents can now give their Christmas tree a second life by donating it to recycling programs; trees feed goats at Philly Goat Project & are chipped into mulch for trails and gardens, with a $20 donation funding free community programs. WHYY

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Big Charlie’s Saloon in South Philly closed permanently after owner Paul Staico died on Nov. 30. The bar, a longtime haven for Chiefs fans for over 40 years, will be honored with tribute events designed to preserve his legacy. KYW Newsradio

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Philadelphia will ring in 2026 with two fireworks displays along the Delaware River—one family-friendly show at 6 p.m. and a midnight celebration welcoming the New Year. Free viewing and ticketed events along popular waterfront piers offer many options as the rain-or-shine event unfolds. The Philadelphia Inquirer

SPORTS NEWS

➤ The 76ers lost Friday night to the Bulls in a 109-102 game that marked the start of their five-game road trip, and they will face the defending champion Thunder on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Metro Philadelphia
➤ Short-handed 76ers began a five-game roadtrip Friday night at the United Center in Chicago, aiming to rebound from a poor loss to the Nets. Several players are questionable, with a lingering illness among three and Embiid managing his right knee & coach Nick Nurse adjusting plans for the challenge ahead. Metro Philadelphia

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