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On a gloomy, rainy evening, cyclists ride in silence to remember those who have died
Hundreds of riders took to the streets in a nearly silent ride -- the smooth, soft sounds of spoked wheels spinning across concrete was nearly inaudible -- as bicyclists in Philadelphia joined riders across the country for a "Ride of Silence" to remember cyclist who died on the road. On...
Experience ‘Otherworld’ in Northeast Philly
Otherworld is a 40,000-square-foot space filled with interactive art exhibits. There are 50 different rooms, filled with secret passages, oddities, and textures, leaving no shortage of things to do and see. PHL17’s Daisha Jones joins us with a look inside.
Cabrini students reflect on college experience as the school graduates its final senior class
RADNOR TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) – Cabrini University will graduate its final senior class on Sunday. The private Catholic institution is shutting down permanently after 67 years of operation.In June 2023, the university announced its closure amid declining enrollment and financial troubles. Villanova University will assume ownership of the land and has vowed to preserve Cabrini's legacy.Among those graduating this weekend is fifth-year senior Corbin Kerraghan."The community here has been awesome," Kerraghan said, "so it's really sad."The closure means students who aren't graduating, like Jason Fridge, have to find somewhere else to go to complete their education."I'm going to St. Joseph's University in...
Raccoon interrupts Union match, skillfully dodging trash can-wielding stadium workers
The Philadelphia Union may have lost Wednesday night, but a raccoon that found its way into Subaru Park won the hearts of soccer fans nationwide. During the first half of the Union's match against New York City FC, the fuzzy intruder somehow snuck onto the pitch and halted play for 161 seconds, which MLS says is the longest a raccoon has been on the field in its history.
Phillies Urban Youth Academy honors 15 seniors who signed letters of intent to play in college
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Philadelphia Phillies played the New York Mets at Citi Field on Monday night, so Citizens Bank Park was mostly empty, with one exception. The Phillies Urban Youth Academy honored high school seniors in their program as they signed letters of intent to play college baseball and softball. In all, 15 high school seniors were honored for both their athletic achievements and their scholastic successes."I've had so many opportunities from clinics to meeting new college coaches and everything, and I've gotten into college based off the networks of the Phillies coaches," said Ameerah McMullen, who is committed to Clark...
Top seed Washington eliminated early in softball playoffs
CHESTERTOWN — Playing at home as the top seed in the Centennial Conference softball tournament did not prove to be the advantage that fans of Washington College had hoped. The Shore ladies (20-19-1) went 0-2 in the double-elimination tournament, exiting Friday after being shut out by the defending conference champions from Swarthmore, 3-0, in a losers bracket game.
"The true Philly sports fans go crazy": Philadelphians holding out hope for a home WNBA team
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Excitement is building over the start of the WNBA season, which kicked off Tuesday evening.However, many Philadelphians are wishing they could root for a home team. Earlier this year, the WNBA commissioner said Philadelphia was being considered for a team, but the association ended up awarding teams to Golden State and Toronto, and not Philly quite yet.Philly is full of passionate sports fans, and many said the city is long overdue for a professional women's basketball team, including Kevin Copp, who works in the video department at Temple University."I mean you look at the passion that this...
80th Philly Non-Sports Card Show To Take Place May 18, 19
The 80th Philly Non-Sports Card Show will take place on May 18 and 19 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks. Prepare for an exciting weekend of non-sports trading card festivities at the 80th Philly Non-Sports Card Show. The show returns on May 18 and 19 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks.
Philadelphia Union Foundation holds first Mental Fitness Forum for young athletes
Philadelphia, Pa – According to the American Psychological Association, mental health and well-being is just as important as physical fitness – and the Philadelphia Union Foundation wants to make sure these go hand-in-hand. The Union held its inaugural Mental Fitness Forum for its HeadFirst program to bring mental health resources to the forefront for young […]
State championship-winning N.J. girls basketball coach looks to revive another program
One of South Jersey’s most successful girls basketball coaches has found a new home. Anthony Corrado, who spent 21 years as the head coach of Rancocas Valley before resigning in March, is the new coach at West Deptford. Corrado replaces Mark Petito, who is now the new coach at...
Stotesbury Cup Regatta 2024 to take over the Schuylkill River, bring road closures
The 97th Stotesbury Cup Regatta, the largest high school rowing regatta in the world, will be held this weekend in Philadelphia, beginning on Friday and running through Saturday. Here’s everything you need to know:. When will the 2024 Stotesbury Cup Regatta be held?. The regatta will bring high school...
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