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Wall Street Journal: Former Philadelphia FBI Agent is Co-Author of Book on 1988 Art Heist Case He Worked On
John Barelli, co-author of “Stealing the Show: A History of Art and Crime in Six Thefts,” has compiled a list of the five best books on real-life art heists in The Wall Street Journal. One of the books is about an art heist that took place in Philadelphia: “Priceless” by Robert K. Wittman and John…
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The Mann’s Historic Partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra to Be on Full Display July 24-27
When The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for the second week of its summer residency in Fairmount Park, it will celebrate 100 years of legendary composer George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The performance on Wednesday, July 24, will also feature American jazz artists, the Marcus Roberts Trio – and…
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Father Bill Atkinson’s Road to Sainthood Now Includes 3 Bronze Sculptures
Supporters for the canonization of Father Bill Atkinson are memorializing his legacy with three bronze sculptures. The late Father Atkinson is an Upper Darby native, and the Catholic Church’s first quadriplegic priest, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. Atkinson was both a student and a teacher at Monsignor Bonner High School. Artist Timothy Schmalz…
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Mysterious ‘Bigfoot Sighting’ in Bensalem Sparks Curiosity
An unexpected sighting of an 8-foot tall Bigfoot figure has turned heads and sparked amusement among Bensalem residents, writes Jo Ciavaglia for the Bucks County Courier Times. Unlike the town’s former mascot, Ben the Turkey, this mysterious creature seems to be here to stay. The shadowy silhouette, resembling the legendary Bigfoot, appeared recently on…
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Thanks to Dedicated Volunteers, Historic Carousel at Pottstown Back in Action
A Pottstown historic carousel is once again up and running after a decades-long hiatus thanks to the dedication of a group of committed volunteers, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. “It’s a work of art, really,” said State Rep. Joe Ciresi. “If you just come in, if you don’t want to ride it, just look at…
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‘Down and Dirty’ Collaboration Enhances Penn State Abington Students’ Art Practice
Since 2022, two Penn State Abington art faculty have been teaching a collaborative tile making course at the Moravian Pottery and TileWorks, a working history museum in Doylestown. The classes blend art and history by immersing students in the process and philosophy forged by noted designer and tilemaker Henry Mercer. Taught by Chris Bonner, associate teaching professor of art, and Yvonne…
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Two Athletes From Merion and Cheltenham Recall 1972 Munich Olympics and Attack on Israeli Team
Ahead of this year’s Paris Games, Donald Cohan and Jim Moroney, two athletes with Montgomery County ties, recalled the 1972 Munich Olympics and the attack on the Israeli team, writes Mike Sielski for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Moroney and Cohan were sailors on the 1972 U.S. Olympic Team. Moroney, a Merion native and St. Joseph’s Prep…
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Everything You Need to Know About Boating and Fishing on the Delaware River
If you are planning on indulging in any water recreation on the Delaware River, including boating and fishing, be sure to first learn about some of its most important attributes, such as its depth and length, writes Damon C. Williams for northjersey.com. The depth of the Delaware River varies depending on where you enter the…
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Montco’s Famous Duo Hall & Oates Returning to Philadelphia Area – But Separately
Hall & Oates, one of the most famous duos from Montgomery County, are returning to the Philadelphia area, but not together, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. In the 1980s, Hall and Oates enjoyed a massively successful musical marriage with hits such as “Maneater” and “Private Eyes.” But four decades later, their relationship is on…
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Tattered Piece of Cloth Found at Goodwill That Turned Out to Be Historic Now Displayed at Philly Museum
Richard “Dana” Moore, a digger and amateur collector, first ran into a listing for a scrap of fabric claiming to be a piece of George Washington’s Revolutionary War tent while going through Goodwill’s listing of historic documents two years ago, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. “There was no proof,” said the Virginia man. “There was…
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Renovation of Boone Farm Paves Way for African American Museum of Bucks County
The Boone Farm barn and its surrounding 32 acres in Middletown Township once empty for over 50 years, are now being renovated to become the future site of the African American Museum of Bucks County, writes Keshler Thibert for Hidden City Philadelphia. In 2020, county commissioners voted to lease the property to the museum…
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Emu on the Loose: Newtown Township Police Capture and Return Escaped Bird
Residents of Bucks County were in for a surprise Friday when a wandering emu was spotted strutting its stuff at Stoopville Road and Rosefield Drive in Newtown Township, write Hannah Nguyen and Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This feathered visitor seemed less than thrilled with the recent fireworks display and decided to go…
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Falls Township Bridge Dedicated in Honor of Pennsbury High School Grad Killed in Vietnam War
A bridge in Falls Township was recently dedicated in honor of Edward Nelson Beers, a Pennsbury High School graduate killed in the Vietnam War, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. Private First Class Beers of the U.S. Marine Corp. was positioned in Vietnam’s Quang Tri Province. On May 23, 1968, the twenty-year-old had only 109…
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Secret Cave Found That Was Hideout for Revolutionary War Outlaws
A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws – British spies and armed thieves also known as the Doan gang – was recently discovered in Bucks County and is currently being excavated, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio. Known as America’s first outlaws, the men were considered to be the “greatest threat to…
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Father-Son Entrepreneurs in Downingtown Create Customized Cleats for MLB Players
Phillies players Bryson Stott and Orion Kerkering wore custom cleats in the London Classic Series made by a father-son duo in Downingtown, writes Santiago Ortiz for Billy Penn at WHYY. Ryan Stevens started customizing baseball cleats in high school. When the hobby became a business, Nxt Level Customs, in 2020 Stevens was a college student…
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Experience the Magic of the Philadelphia Folk Festival as a First-Time Attendee
The Philadelphia Folk Festival welcomes new attendees and four additional performers to its iconic grounds at the Old Pool Farm. The Festival is offering special discounts for all first-time attendees, including college students who want to attend for the first-time. These special discounts are aimed at welcoming newcomers of all ages to the Festival and…
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Cool Off at These Three Kayak and Canoe Tours in Chester County
Chester County boasts a rich history of recreational boating, perfect for exploring during the sweltering summer months, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Discover kayak and canoe tours in Chester County where you can kayak, boat, and enjoy other water activities. LL Bean Discovery School in Downingtown has led nature tours for the past…
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After 20 Years, Rare Century Plant Blooms at Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens has waited nearly two decades for a roof-popping bloom of Agave americana, known as the Century Plant. This perennial succulent is monocarpic, meaning it only blooms once before it dies, making it a truly once-in-a-lifetime event. Though once believed a century-long wait was needed for flowering, Agave americana typically blooms after 10 to 25 years. It…
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