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Ten years (already?) of Bryce Harper: From teen phenom to ‘I grew up watching you play’

PHILADELPHIA — Chad Tracy heard it has been almost exactly 10 years since Bryce Harper’s first major league game. So, the former Washington Nationals infielder did what people do nowadays long after they witness history.

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Phillies rally in the 8th for 4-2 win over Brewers

PHILADELPHIA — The moment for the Phillies to strike came in the bottom of the eighth inning on Friday night. Bryce Harper, Nick Castellanos and J.T. Realmuto all knocked in singles to load the bases for Kyle Schwarber with no outs. But Schwarber struck out, and it seemed like an…

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Jay Wright says he’s fully retired from coaching; Kyle Neptune’s ‘dream’ comes true with Villanova

PHILADELPHIA — Jay Wright would listen to the homily during Easter mass, waiting for something inspirational he could text his players. He sat on the Ocean City beach in the summer and wondered if the other beach-goers knew that this was Wright’s scheduled day away from the recruiting trail and…

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Philadelphia mayor said decision to end mask mandate was partly influenced by SEPTA going mask-less

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney said the decision to scrap the mask mandate after just a few days was influenced in part by SEPTA’s announcement on Monday that masks would no longer be required on public transit.

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Philadelphia to end mask mandate, days after reinstating it

Philadelphia health officials say they're ending the city's indoor mask mandate, abruptly reversing course just days after residents had to start wearing masks again amid a sharp increase in infections

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Eagles moving JJ Arcega-Whiteside from WR to the TE position

In a move that could add years to his career here in Philadelphia, the Eagles are moving JJ Arcega-Whiteside from WR to the TE position

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Eagles DE Cameron Malveaux announces his retirement from the NFL

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Cameron Malveaux announces his retirement from the NFL

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As Philly’s economy and public health revive, gun violence looms as residents’ chief worry, Pew report finds

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia’s post-pandemic revival continues, as the economy improves and jobs return two years after COVID-19 hit the city.

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After months stuck on a merchant ship docked in Philly, Ukrainian sailors finally touch land

PHILADELPHIA — The seven Ukrainian sailors who’ve been stuck on a merchant ship docked in Philadelphia as Russia invaded their country have finally been allowed to go ashore — presumably into the embrace of Philadelphia’s Ukrainian community of Philadelphia.

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Mask, no mask? Philly's contradictory COVID rules make confusion a new normal

PHILADELPHIA — Travelers were required to wear masks inside Philadelphia's main airport terminal Tuesday, but not after boarding many airplanes. They had to mask up to enter stores in the city, but not to ride the commuter rails.

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Is Mehmet Oz really a conservative? A look at his record

PHILADELPHIA — Pennsylvania’s Republican Senate primary may turn on how GOP voters answer one question: Is Mehmet Oz really a conservative?

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I’ve left New York – and I’m legally obliged to tell you about it

For the price of a tiny hovel in NYC, I’m living the dream in Philadelphia. Even doing the laundry is an adventure here!

The Guardian - UK

Feds vow to retry Philly Councilman Kenyatta Johnson and his wife on bribery charges after hung jury results in a mistrial

PHILADELPHIA — The federal bribery trial of Philadelphia City Council member Kenyatta Johnson ended in a mistrial Tuesday, offering an ambiguous conclusion that left prosecutors vowing to retry the case and did little to clarify his future in elected office.

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Judge declares mistrial in federal bribery case against Philly council member and his wife

PHILADELPHIA — A judge has declared a mistrial in the federal bribery case of Philadelphia Councilman Kenyatta Johnson and his wife, Dawn Chavous, after jurors were unable to reach a verdict after roughly 25 hours of deliberations.

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Matisse Thybulle officially ruled out for Game 3 in Toronto

Philadelphia: Matisse Thybulle (ineligible to play) has been downgraded to out. Source: Alberto De Roa @ HoopsHype What's the buzz on Twitter? Ky Carlin @ Ky_Carlin Matisse Thybulle (ineligible to play) and Charles Bassey (right shoulder sprain) are ...

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Sixers' Joel Embiid responds to Raptors coach Nick Nurse about his officiating complaints

PHILADELPHIA — In the closing seconds of Game 2, Joel Embiid had a message for Toronto Raptors coach Nick Nurse.

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2022 NFL Draft Order, One Week Out From First Round

Here’s a look at the complete list of picks in this year’s draft.

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An order of nuns works to get medicine and supplies to Ukraine. The prayers ship free

PHILADELPHIA -- The Sisters of St. Basil never put out so much as a leaflet seeking donations for Ukraine.

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Sixers close out Raptors to take 2-0 lead in first-round playoff series

PHILADELPHIA — The race for the loose ball about midway through the fourth quarter wound up in Tyrese Maxey’s grasp. Maxey stopped at the left wing, wide open, and fired away from beyond the arc.

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Kenyatta Johnson jurors said they’ve reached an impasse. The judge told them to keep trying

PHILADELPHIA — Jurors in the federal bribery trial of Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson said Monday that they had reached an impasse and have been unable to render a unanimous verdict after more than 18 hours of deliberations.

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Eagles hosted Georgia DT Jordan Davis for a top 30 pre-draft visit

Philadelphia Eagles hosting Georgia DT Jordan Davis for a top 30 pre-draft visit

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John Fetterman still has a huge cash advantage in the Pa. Senate race, even after Conor Lamb's best quarter

PHILADELPHIA — A turbulent few weeks and hard-hitting attacks have done little to change one of the persistent realities of Pennsylvania's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate: John Fetterman has a crucial money lead.

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Now we know how much Mehmet Oz and David McCormick are personally spending on their Pa. Senate campaigns

PHILADELPHIA — It's good to be a front-runner. Or just incredibly wealthy.

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Why is Philly requiring masks again today when other cities aren't? We asked the experts

PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia's return to indoor masking on Monday has drawn as many different reactions as there are new variants of the coronavirus.

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5 new albums for spring 2022, with Kurt Vile, Wet Leg and more

PHILADELPHIA — There's a song called "Fo Sho" on Kurt Vile's parenthetically titled new album "(Watch My Moves)" in which the Philadelphia guitarist boasts of his impressive longevity in the music game.

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