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A Whitman man who set a fire at Philadelphia International Records, 309 S. Broad St., in February will serve up to 10 years in prison.
A Southern teacher claims he warned then-Principal LaGreta Brown students were orchestrating attacks on Asian students prior to last December’s assaults and, in an act of retribution, was reassigned to a school for instructors facing…
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Many believe home is where the heart is. By this time next month, Anthony Martino will begin to learn home also can be where the savings are. Courtesy of his environmental knowledge and the talents of two solar companies, his roof on the 3200 block of South…
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This year, success clung to the Delaware Valley 12-and-under Senators like kindergartners to parents on the first day of school. Over a seven-month span, the youngsters collected 51 wins in 63 games, competed against teams from eight…
Four Point Breeze residents were nabbed for allegedly stealing hot water heaters and copper pipes from a City-owned property late Saturday morning.
Patrolling officers noticed Kim Phinizee, 49, of the 1500 block of Garnet Street, placing a metal…
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The sign still reads “Neighborhood Park” inside the 975-square-foot fenced-off lot at the corner of 22nd and Catharine streets. Over the years, it had become an eyesore and that fence has kept the public…
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I could never understand the mentality behind tailgating. Why would anyone schlep grills, raw ingredients, charcoal, paper plates, plastic knives, forks and spoons, as well as lots of ice, beer and booze, to a hot, treeless parking lot?
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Philadelphia has an undeniable reputation as a top-notch location for fantastic food. Like any big city, however, it also has less-than-healthy alternatives to all of that fine dining. With youngsters especially susceptible to putting on…
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South Philly is growing a reputation for finding art in unusual places. One of the most unusual may be the real taxidermied pieces 20th Street-and-Snyder Avenue resident Beth Beverly incorporates in to her functional pieces.
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At 47, my cousin Claire went back to school and earned a master’s degree in guidance counseling. One of her favorite sayings is: “There’s no vacation from education.”
A man was pulled out of a deep slumber early Sunday morning and, moments later, was struck in the leg by a bullet.
The 23-year-old was allegedly woken up by Sunny Rom, 23, of the 2400 block of South Sixth Street, who is believed to have…
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VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22): A subject you are learning takes on a life beyond the usual facts. Put a fantastic spin on the topic and it may be like watching a movie or reading a novel. Anticipate remembering everything more intently once it becomes part of a…
The 1st District will hold a Police Service Area 1 meeting 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18; a community meeting 6 to 7 p.m. Sept. 21; and a captain’s townhall meeting 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 21 at its 2301 S. 24th St. headquarters.
The 2010 Philadelphia Hero Thrill Show is 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday outside the Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad St., and will feature the Highway Patrol Motorcycle Drill Team, K-9 Unit, Strike Force Bicycle Stunt Team and the Philadelphia Police and Fire…
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Neumann-Goretti is hosting a baseball hitting and fielding camp Sept 11 to 12 for ages 7 to 13. The cost is $85. Coaches and some players will provide instruction. Call Lou Spadaccini, 267–738–0717.
Motorists must not “block the box,” especially at the sports complex where officers will increase efforts to keep intersections clear, or suffer a $126.50 fine.
A man suffered a broken bone when a bullet struck his leg in Newbold last week.
A 23- and 25-year-old were sitting on a stoop on the 1200 block of South 16th Street 2 a.m. Sept. 7 when an unknown person fired several shots, striking the older man…
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There might be a 50-year championship drought for the Philadelphia Eagles, but last weekend was a time for celebration when rookie first-round draft pick Brandon Graham, left, had the chance to bond with former Eagles hero Gerry Hath, center, and his family…
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The “Resident Evil” sequels once had hopeful titles like “Apocalypse” and “Extinction.” The new one, shot in punchy 3-D under the misguidance of the original’s helmer, Paul W.S. Anderson, is crushingly called “Afterlife,” confirming this franchise…
A man was riddled with bullets — possibly by two shooters — Monday night in the West Passyunk section.
At 9:44 p.m. on the 2000 block of South Garnet Street, the 20-year-old was hit multiple times in the legs and chest…
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I admit it. GQ Magazine no longer holds much interest for me. Does anyone even remember what GQ stands for? Do you care? In case you do, GQ stands for Gentlemen’s Quarterly.