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Tonka, a 20-week-old terrier mix, has a heart full of love and a spirit that shines despite his rough start. Tonka was rescued from a tough situation in West Philly, where he endured being left in a closet for several days. #dogs
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April 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Let’s unite to benefit the economy

We continue to ask America’s businesses to promote "American made" on their labels and packaging. #opinion
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April 27, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Fiedler, Saval secure $50,000 grant for Whitman Council

In April, state Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler and state Sen. #SouthPhiladelphia
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April 27, 2025 at 5:43 PM
April 30

Kitten Foster Orientation - at 6 p.m. at PAWS’ Grays Ferry Spay/Neuter & Welness Clinic, 2900 Grays Ferry Ave. Learn about PAWS’ foster program and meet some furry friends. #SouthPhiladelphia
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April 27, 2025 at 5:36 PM
The last day to register to vote or switch party affiliation for the upcoming primary is Monday, May 5.

The primary is Tuesday, May 20. #voting
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April 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The city election commissioners have set the ballot for the May 20 primary, with a possible change still to come in the races for Common Pleas and Municipal Court.
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April 26, 2025 at 11:36 PM
April 30

Gal Gadot, Movie Actress (40)

Ana de Armas, TV Actress (37)

May 1

Tim McGraw, Country Singer (58)

James Murray, Comedian (49)

May 2

Kyle Busch, Race Car Driver (40)

Paul George, 76ers Forward (35)

May 3

Frankie Valli, Pop Singer (91)

Dule
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April 26, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Fan Expo Philadelphia’s Artist Alley will feature, among others, comic creators Scott Snyder (“Absolute Batman,” “Nocterra”), Greg Capullo (“Wolverine: Revenge,” “X-Force”), Clay Mann (“Batman: Nightfire,” “Batman/Catwoman”), Larry F. #FanExpoPhiladelphia
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April 26, 2025 at 2:07 AM
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

• St. Bernard, St. Dominic, St. Jerome, St. Leo, St. Matthew, St. Timothy, Our Lady of Consolation, Resurrection of Our Lord Class of 1975. 50th-year reunion. Saturday, Nov. 15. FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road.
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April 25, 2025 at 5:46 PM
The Libby Spencer Dancers is a group of female tap dancers and seniors who have performed their Rhythms of Joy presentation to senior and retirement centers, churches, private venues and schools since 2012.
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April 25, 2025 at 4:42 PM
"He's tough as nails."
Neumann-Goretti's Anthony Coppola took one for the team last year. 
Now he's leading Neumann-Goretti on another run.
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April 25, 2025 at 2:11 PM
South Philly writer Padraic Maroney has a new twist on a twisted movie series. #author #bellavista #book #EscapingDeathTheUnauthorizedStoryBehindtheFinalDestinationMovies #finaldestination #padriacmaroney #SouthPhilly
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April 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The Ukrainian Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 24, from noon to 8 p.m. at the Ukrainian American Sport Center -- Tryzub, County Line and Lower State roads, Horsham. #UkrainianFolkFestival
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April 24, 2025 at 3:32 AM
By Erin Drumm

WASHINGTON – On the White House lawn, the United States Marine Corps Band played We Are the Champions and President Donald J. #JimKnowles #OhioStatefootball
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April 22, 2025 at 1:10 AM
South Philly resident Francesca Forcella thriving as BalletX's longest tenured performer. Catch her in Maslow’s Peak, which will take the stage for two days at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Fairmount Park on May 2-3. @balletx
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April 21, 2025 at 5:10 PM
April 21, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Bring Brazilian toy store to U.S.

For those who do not remember, in 2018, shortly after the demise of Toys R Us, there were plans to bring back KB Toys, which was once the largest toy store in the United States with more than 460 stores at its peak. #opinion
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April 19, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Junk fee transparency legislation bill proposed

State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler and state Sen. Nick Pisciottano introduced legislation in the state House and Senate to create price transparency for consumers in Pennsylvania. #SouthPhiladelphia
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April 19, 2025 at 4:25 AM
HIGH SCHOOL

• Archbishop Ryan Class of 1975. 50th-year reunion. Friday, May 30. 7-11 p.m. Southampton Room, 2980 Southampton Road. arhs.me/class75 reunion or friendsofryan.team@gmail.com.

• Archbishop Ryan Classes of 1980, '85, '90 and '95. Saturday, Oct. 25.
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April 19, 2025 at 4:17 AM
April 23

Mandolinist and Songwriter Chris Thile - The Philadelphia Orchestra will welcome Chris Thile for a one-night-only performance of ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra at 7:30 p.m. in Marian
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April 19, 2025 at 4:12 AM
April 23

John Cena, Wrestler (48)

Valerie Bertinelli, TV Actress (65)

April 24

Shirley MacLaine, Movie Actress (91)

Kelly Clarkson, Pop Singer (43)

April 25

Al Pacino, Movie Actor (85)

Renee Zellweger, Movie Actress (56)

April
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April 19, 2025 at 3:08 AM
Whitman basketball program receives $50K grant
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April 16, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Fan Expo Philadelphia’s celebrity lineup grew with the addition of WWE wrestling legend John Cena, who recently became a “bad guy,” director John Carpenter and the Back to the Future trio of Christopher Lloyd, Claudia Wells and James Tolkan to the pop culture
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April 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Wanamaker Trophy

Lombardi Trophy

Aronimink Golf Club on Tuesday welcomed the media for a look at how the club is planning for the PGA Championship, May 14-17, 2026.

The club, which opened in 1928, is located in Newtown Square, Delaware County.
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April 16, 2025 at 4:23 AM
'Honky Tonk' show to raise money for Ukraine
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April 15, 2025 at 11:25 AM