Philadelphia Zoo Closes For Cleaning And Maintenance
People planning a trip to the Philadelphia Zoo Tuesday will need to change their plans. The zoo is closed for the day.
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People planning a trip to the Philadelphia Zoo Tuesday will need to change their plans. The zoo is closed for the day.
Nothing brings people together like a exciting trip. Try one of these Northeast destinations for your next church or community group trip.
The Philadelphia Zoo is celebrating a very special occasion for one of its most popular residents.
Late last week, the Philadelphia Zoo received a $150,000 grant from First Niagara Bank.
It's not just humans that need to prepare for snowstorms.
There was a big birthday bash at the Philadelphia Zoo today for the oldest polar bear in the United States. Birthday girl "Coldilocks" is 35 years old!
A pair of baby red pandas at the Philadelphia Zoo have been named after two of the city's most famous residents: Betsy and Benjamin.
The oldest polar bear in the country has died, the Philadelphia Zoo confirms.
The newest arrival at the Philadelphia Zoo is getting used to her surroundings.
Officials say the Philadelphia Zoo will be closed the weekend of the Papal visit in Philadelphia at the end of September.
Zoo visitors sang Happy Birthday to Unna the hippopotamus.
A group of parishioners from a church in Ridgewood, Bergen County will be sleeping on the ground inside buildings that contain insect and bird exhibits.
The International Parking Institute selected an independent panel of judges to select the Philadelphia Zoo as one seven winners of its 2015 Awards of Excellence.
The grant to Drexel University will support the development of science, technology, engineering, and math courses at the McMichael School, 36th and Fairmount, and the Powel School, 36th and Powelton.
Photos from the Girls On The Run 5K at The Philadelphia Zoo.
If you're an educator who also loves animals, you might want to check out an offering from the Philadelphia Zoo.
The latest, "Gorilla Treeway," is an elevated, 300-foot outdoor passageway where the great apes can hang out and play.
It's called "Second Nature: Junk Rethunk" -- a series of animal-inspired art sculptures on the grounds of the Philadelphia Zoo, all made out of recycled materials.
This is a day to think about, of course, polar bears, but also how you can help save them.
Some species can endure the cold weather easily. Others not so much. But the Philadelphia Zoo makes sure all the species are kept happy.
Designed as a continuous loop, Philly PHLASH allows riders to hop on and off at 20 stops, either right in front of or within steps of the city's most popular sites.
As you check off the names of everyone on your holiday shopping list this season, keep your carbon footprint to a minimum with these sustainable gift ideas.
For many new mothers and fathers four babies all at once could cause a bit of an uproar. The male lion at the Philadelphia Zoo is slowly getting adjusted to his new family.
Finding a fun spot to take the family on the weekend is a cinch in the City of Brotherly Love.
According to police, a maintenance worker at the Philadelphia Zoo has died after being pinned under a heavy-duty golf cart.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
From the electrifying sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra to the Flyers' "Holiday Spectacular," here's your guide to a memorable holiday weekend.
Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers against Charlotte on Friday night after missing a game because of a sinus fracture.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was fined $5,628 by the NFL for wearing mismatched cleats that were not "constitutional team colors."
Snow and rain are possible in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
From the electrifying sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra to the Flyers' "Holiday Spectacular," here's your guide to a memorable holiday weekend.
Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers against Charlotte on Friday night after missing a game because of a sinus fracture.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
From the electrifying sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra to the Flyers' "Holiday Spectacular," here's your guide to a memorable holiday weekend.
Last-minute holiday shoppers took the Springfield Mall by storm with less than one week until Christmas.
Mayor Parker reflects on her first year in office during a State of the City event.
Officials say the Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite "repeated, extensive notice" that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior.
Joe Veneziale of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, is going extreme with his Christmas decorations for a good cause.
A New Jersey drone pilot says most sightings are easily explained after people have been reporting mysterious drones in the state for weeks.
The season of giving is on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
A community of Eagles fans is helping this South Jersey man diagnosed with terminal cancer to fulfill his final wish
Four people were injured after a small plane crashed at the Lakewood Airport in Ocean County, New Jersey, on Thursday, police said.
Snow and rain are falling in the Philadelphia region, which could make the evening commute messy for holiday travelers.
The official start of winter, and the shortest day of the year, is Saturday, Dec. 21.
White Christmases are rare in the Delaware Valley, and this year is no exception.
By 3 p.m. Wednesday, light showers will break out across the Philadelphia region.
Rain will clear out Tuesday morning and give way to partly sunny and mild conditions across the Philadelphia region.
Dale and Steve Berkley spent countless hours at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia with their granddaughter, who was treated for cancer.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
A device used in South Jersey is a game-changer for people with inflammatory bowel disease as an alternative to invasive screenings.
Sounds of the holiday season filled St. Jerome Church courtesy of visually impaired students from Saint Lucy's performing a Christmas concert.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
The mall many in Northeast Philadelphia still know as Franklin Mills is now called Franklin Mall.
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Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Philadelphia will add 14 speed cameras to Broad Street in hopes of making the road safer for drivers and pedestrians.
New data from PennDOT suggests technology is improving safety after rear-end crashes plagued the Schuylkill Expressway for years.
The southbound lanes of I-95 have reopened between the I-676 East and Market Street exits because a pedestrian was struck.
Philadelphia's annual Vision Zero report shows Roosevelt Boulevard is getting safer but Broad Street is getting more dangerous.
NJ Transit CEO Kevin Corbett is resigning effective Jan. 15, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday
Embiid started for the Philadelphia 76ers against Charlotte on Friday night after missing a game because of a sinus fracture.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was fined $5,628 by the NFL for wearing mismatched cleats that were not "constitutional team colors."
One Delco native and Catholic bishop who lives in Commanders territory has taken his love for the Eagles to new heights.
Jess Mruzik had 26 kills, Caroline Jurevicius had 20 and Penn State rallied from an 0-2 semifinal hole for a five-set victory over Nebraska to reach the NCAA championship.
Anze Kopitar and Kevin Fiala scored two goals each and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the Philadelphia Flyers 7-3.
Meet the winner of this weekend's Jason Kelce look-alike contest: Paul Crossley of Fishtown.
If you've found yourself caught up in the chaos of the holiday season and are looking to slow things down and enjoy a weekend of celebration, then you've come to the right place.
The cost of YouTube TV has soared nearly 140% since the streaming platform launched in 2017.
The transformative power of music is bringing hope and holiday cheer to people facing poverty in Philadelphia.
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
It is the season of giving and that’s on full display after a fire tore through a Camden County police officer's home this week. The damage is extensive. Now, he and his family are starting over just before the holidays. There has been an incredible outpouring of love and support in the aftermath. Ryan Hughes reports.
PennDOT will be repairing a bridge along I-95 in South Philly this weekend. Starting at 7 p.m. Sunday, the right two lanes and shoulder will be closed on 95 North between Washington Avenue and Christian Street. Those lanes will reopen at 5 a.m. Monday morning. PennDOT says to expect some delays.
After nine long months, this stretch of Pine Road in Northeast Philadelphia is open again. PennDOT closed the road in March to rebuild the bridge over Pennypack Creek. The project cost an estimated $4.3 million.
You don't need to have a green thumb to learn how to make the perfect holiday wreath at Linvilla Orchards' wreath-making class.
NEXT Weather Meteorologist advises anyone driving Friday night to be careful as roads will be slick from ongoing precipitation. Here's your Friday night weather forecast in the Philadelphia region.