Major League Baseball Productions and Shout! Factory Release Official DVD & Blu-ray(TM) Chronicling New York Yankees' 2009 World Series(R) Championship Nov 17, 2009
Official '2009 World Series Film: Philadelphia Phillies(TM) vs. New York Yankees(R)' DVD ay(TM) Available Nationwide on DVD November 24 and on Blu-ray(TM) High-Def December 15 ... NEW YORK, Nov. 16 /PRNewswire/ --The 2009 Fall Classic was the searing face-off many had hoped for -- the defending World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies against the New York Yankees ... The official 2009 World Series Film: Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Yankees, available nationwide on DVD on November 24,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Caught in history Nov 8, 2009
Seems the glove had been passed down through dealers from the family of Eddie Plank, the Hall of Fame southpaw who pitched for the Philadelphia Athletics from 1901-1914. His last two seasons coincided with Bush's first with the A's. (Montana Standard, MT)
Yankees win record 27th World SeriesHideki Matsui named MVP after batting in six runs in Game 6 Nov 5, 2009
Hideki Matsui tied a World Series record with six RBIs, Andy Pettitte won on short rest and New York beat the Philadelphia Phillies, 7-3, in Game 6 on Wednesday night, finally seizing that elusive 27th title the most in all of sports ... Philadelphia fell two wins short of becoming the first NL team to repeat as World Series champions since the 1975-76 Cincinnati Reds. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
CHANGE OF DATE - The Photo Review Benefit Auction Nov 3, 2009
org and 215-891-0214 The Photo Review Benefit Auction Date Change The Photo Review Benefit Auction has been rescheduled for November 21, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the University of the Arts, Dorrance-Hamilton Building, Broad and Pine Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ... The following information includes additional date change information: Bidders can also take advantage of The Photo Reviews END THIS AUCTION feature: You may buy any picture instantly and end the auction by bidding the high estimate... (AbsoluteArts.com)
The curse of the new stadium? Oct 30, 2009
Brad Mangin / Getty ImagesYankee Stadium is seen from under the subway tracks Wednesday prior to Game 1 of the 2009 World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees ... He's happy to see the Yankees playing in the World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies and hopeful that a baseball season extending into November will give the store a boost. (MSNBC -- Business)
Yankee Stadium casts shadow over area businesses Oct 30, 2009
He's happy to see the Yankees playing in the Series against the Philadelphia Phillies and hopeful that a baseball season extending into November will give the store a boost. "This year has been down all year long, we're just trying to make up whatever from the World Series," he said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
MUMA | Education & Public Programs | Film Screening & Panel Discussion - Wednesday 4 November 2009 Oct 30, 2009
- Sunrise Gallery - SHINE - Agora Gallery - Muzeum Narodowe w Szczecinie - Pekin Fine Arts - Florida Atlantic University, John D. MacArthur Campus Library Gallery - Lisa Cooley Gallery - OK Harris Gallery - Rushcutters Bay Gallery - ARTIUM, Basque Centre-Museum of Contemporary Art - Tosari Galleries - University of Brighton - EE Fine Art - Philadelphia Museum of Art - the Warhol. indepth arts search: lect. (AbsoluteArts.com)
'Antique' $inatra letter Oct 28, 2009
Carlson's episode of "Antiques Roadshow" will air on PBS Feb. 15, 2010; Freeman Auctioneers of Philadelphia will auction the letter next spring ... Carlson's episode of "Antiques Roadshow" will air on PBS Feb. 15, 2010; Freeman Auctioneers of Philadelphia will auction the letter next spring. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Seeds, a favorite collectible Oct 28, 2009
By GINNY SMITH - The Philadelphia Inquirer ... PHILADELPHIA - This summer, there must have been a dozen patches around the tiny borough of Narberth, Pa ... Or you might be a gifted horticulturist like Gene Spurgeon, a retired architect, who enjoys the challenge of propagating hundreds of plants from seed (and the occasional cutting) for the Philadelphia area Hardy Plant Society's annual exchange or the Rock Garden Society's flower show exhibit. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Playing the game of the name Oct 23, 2009
Perhaps this mechanism is how Dan Leone, who was gate chief at the stadium that is home to the Philadelphia Eagles football team, lost his job in March with the following Facebook entry: "Dan is [expletive] devastated about Dawkins signing with Denver Dam Eagles R Retarded!" Brian Dawkins, a long-time Eagles player and a fan favourite, had signed with the Denver Broncos to the disgruntlement of many Eagles fans. A company's reputation is as important as that of an individual. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
WPS Welcomes Former Noles Oct 9, 2009
The WPS welcomes two new teams to the league in 2010, the Beat and the Philadelphia Independence. Each expansion team was allowed to draft the rights to five international players, providing them with the opportunity to begin a formal negotiation process with each selected player upon receiving permission from that player's current club. (Seminoles.com)
Gun-toting Pa. soccer mom, husband found shot dead Oct 8, 2009
Meleanie Hain and Scott Hain were pronounced dead Wednesday night at their home in Lebanon, a small city about 80 miles west of Philadelphia. The couple's three children were home at the time but weren't hurt, police said. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Exhibit takes visitors back to 18th century afternoon tea Oct 6, 2009
Travel back in time with the "Tea Time in Eighteenth-Century Philadelphia" exhibit and see what was locally used to serve afternoon tea during the 18th century. The exhibit focuses on furniture and tea paraphernalia popular in the Philadelphia area during the 18th century. (Daily Collegian, PA)
NFL PLAYERS Debuts Player Caricature Line Oct 2, 2009
Players and Markets Featured in Caricature Line Ben Roethlisberger Pittsburgh Larry Fitzgerald Arizona Peyton Manning Indianapolis Carson Palmer Cincinnati Chad Ochocinco Cincinnati Tony Romo Dallas Tom Brady New England Brandon Jacobs New York Ronde Barber Tampa Matt Ryan Atlanta Chad Pennington Miami Brett Favre Minnesota Adrian Peterson Minnesota Andre Johnson Houston Brian Urlacher Chicago Jay Cutler Chicago Brian Westbrook Philadelphia. Initial Product Assortment Travel Mugs Pens and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Disney Expo seeks to monetize Mouse-mania Sep 11, 2009
"Consumers are becoming very powerful arbiters of what they like and don't like," said Gareb Shamus, CEO of Wizard Entertainment, which owns five Comic-Con operations in New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Toronto and Anaheim. Companies are transitioning from wooing retailers to wooing the consumer -- and ultimately, their Twitter followers, blog readers and Facebook friends, said Shamus. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
JUST AMONG FRIENDS Aug 13, 2009
Morgan and Samuel are both graduates of Philadelphia High School and Caleb a graduate of Neshoba Central ... She is the granddaughter of Rev. Duaine and Lou Morgan of Philadelphia and Bill and Ellen Bailey of Columbus ... He is the grandson of Ann and the late Orville Tingle of Philadelphia and the late Glynn and Richard McKay of Preston. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Asbury Park rising blocked by recession Aug 11, 2009
The boardwalk, rebuilt four years ago, is jammed on weekends with people from New York, Philadelphia, all over Jersey, and most of its 40 businesses up from zero a few years ago report solid sales. On the Fourth of July weekend alone, the city sold $52,000 worth of beach passes, compared with $35,000 worth in all of 2002. (USA Today -- News)
Elinor Gordon, collector, Asian porcelain expert; at 91 Aug 1, 2009
In 1943 she married Gordon, a Philadelphia stockbroker, and together they indulged their shared enthusiasm for Chinese porcelain ... She returned to the show in New York every year until 2008, and her booth was a fixture at the major antiques shows in Philadelphia, Boston, and Washington ... At the same time, she helped organize important collections from scratch and steered significant pieces to major collections and museums, including Historic Deerfield, the Peabody Essex Museum, the... (Boston Globe)
Would You Rather Watch Drop Dead Diva or The Ugly Truth? Jul 30, 2009
If T.V. keeps getting better and better at romantic comedies, and films keep getting worse and worse, there will be some day, not so long from now, when even I get fed up with the stupidity and realize movies will never ever remember how to make bagels like they used to, and I will just have to watch The Philadelphia Story on my computer, before turning on the 60th episode of Drop Dead Diva. But that probably won't happen until after , because I kind of want to see that. (Slate)
PR Newswire Summary of EntertaiNet Copy, Wednesday, July 29, 2009 Jul 30, 2009
NY53804 07/29/2009 13:52 r f CA-Make-My-Day-TVLand (PASADENA) Ordinary Days Turn Extraordinary in TV Land's New Original NY53788 07/29/2009 13:57 r f PA-Sprout-PBS-Wiggles (PHILADELPHIA) Video: The Wiggles Debut Exclusively on Sprout With New Interactive Morning Show, Sprout's Wiggly Waffle. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Awards Guru Girds for Battle Jul 27, 2009
Scenes from the B&C and Multichannel News OnDemand Summit in Philadelphia, Pa. on June 10, 2009. (Multichannel News)
EDITORIAL/Case for a strong zoning board Jul 23, 2009
What Philadelphia really needs is a zoning board that at least attempts to remove politics from zoning decisions ... The public library, DeWeese Park, the historic homes that remain here, our churches are all evidence of a more refined era when things were done the proper way in Philadelphia, not like a redneck riviera where anything goes. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Concern raised over zoning variance Jul 16, 2009
Approved the mayor to sign checks at Regions Bank and Citizens Bank of Philadelphia. Declared an old copier as surplus. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
More millionaires in Bay Area Jul 16, 2009
Boston, Phoenix, Houston, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., all landed on the positive side of the ledger for the year, according to the study. The report predicts that the number of millionaires in the Bay Area will increase by 20 percent by 2013. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
White House starts urban policy outreach Jul 14, 2009
Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. By PHILIP ELLIOTT, Associated Press Writer Philip Elliott, Associated Press Writer. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
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White House starts urban policy outreach - Yahoo. Search Type Choose a search type from the items below. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Schedule of Independence Day events Jul 4, 2009
Most historians don't believe the traditional story about the Philadelphia seamstress consulting with George Washington before creating a flag with five-pointed stars. Evidence suggests that Francis Hopkinson, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and an artist, was the designer. (Missoulian, MT)
Variance granted in historic district Jun 25, 2009
Made a $5,000 contribution to help fund a sign honoring native son Marty Stewart subject to the Attorney General's approval of the expenditure as an advertisement for Philadelphia. The county and Tourism Council also contributed $5,000 each toward the project. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Herbert W. George Jun 24, 2009
He is survived by a brother Kenneth George of Philadelphia, PA. He was brother of the late Robert George. Herb is also survived by his close friend and brother-in-law the Reverend Gary O. Blume, Pastor of the First Church in Weymouth, who resides in Bridgewater with his wife Nancy Blume. (Weymouth News, MA)
The Country's Best Pokemon Players Compete In National Championships June 27th and 28th Jun 23, 2009
Top Pokemon Video Game and Trading Card Game Competitors Face-Off in St. Louis for Chance to Compete at the 2009 Pokemon World Championships (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Victorino campaign could use your vote Jun 17, 2009
Because this is definitely the time to break them out in major league ballparks for the Philadelphia Phillies center fielder, who is running fifth in the balloting for a starting National League outfielder's spot at the July 14 All-Star Game in St. Louis. Oh, and a surge of local online voting wouldn't hurt, either. (Honolulu Advertiser)
$7 Federalist book could be worth $100K Jun 16, 2009
Historical significanceThe two-volume set was published months after the Constitution was drafted in September 1787 in Philadelphia. Its collected essays helped rally support for ratifying the document that provided the federal government's framework, said Mark Dimunation, chief of the rare book and special collections division at The Library of Congress. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Economic Woes Affecting Motor Sports May 22, 2009
"Lower prices helpFrance says gas prices, which are down from a year ago, lower concession prices and the response of hotels in the immediate vicinity of tracks have helped take some of the sting out of the racing experience."Hotels are finally giving fans a break and offering more reasonable room rates and have reduced or eliminated minimum stays," France says.Not every track is slashing prices. At Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa., where tickets start at $ 00004000 55, vice president Nick... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
The Recession Seeking summer help? There's plenty May 3, 2009
Six months ago, Ramon Villanueva was earning $50,000 a year at a Philadelphia company that rents out sound systems and video projectors. But he got laid off in the fall, and now he is making $8 an hour operating the Frog Bog game on the Seaside Heights boardwalk at the Jersey shore. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Newport's rich history Apr 28, 2009
back to New York or Philadelphia or wherever else when the New England summer faded ... Newport has more Colonial homes than New York, Philadelphia and Boston combined, according to the Colonial historical society. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Sunday Special: Hudson, ChestertownA tale of 2 towns Apr 5, 2009
Hudson: City, workers shift focus to health care and tourism - The Business Review (Albany). for free extra services. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Pop Culture Icon Turns 25 Apr 2, 2009
Philadelphia (April 30-May 2)Detroit (May 4-6)Chicago (May 21-25)St. Louis (June 4-6)Dallas (June 11-13)Denver (June 18-20)Phoenix (June 25-27)Las Vegas (July 9-11)Los Angeles (July 16-18)San Diego (July 22-25). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Around the world in a single lifetime Mar 30, 2009
Gillam and his family have seen most of the tourist attractions in this country, including the grand Canyon, Alamo, Golden Great Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Gettysburg s Civil War battlefield, Arizona Battleship Memorial, Philadelphia s Constitution Square, St. Louis Arch, Mount Rushmore, Concord Bridge and the homes of several U.S. presidents. Keys to successful and cost-efficient traveling include being thrifty and careful planning, Gillam said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Psychic business senses a fortune Mar 16, 2009
Psychic Valerie Morrison gives a reading to client Armond Demarzio on Friday in her office in Philadelphia ... The Philadelphia psychic says clients who once obsessed about romantic prospects are too worried about their economic future. (USA Today)
Obituaries for Saturday, March 14, 2009 Mar 14, 2009
Survivors include his wife, Sara L. Markham of The Villages; daughters, Judy Swinehart of Dover, Ohio, Kathy Ryan of Winona; stepdaughters, Lisa James of Winona, Julie Brinkman of New Philadelphia, Ohio, Jeanne Beaber of New Philadelphia; sister, Martha Nelson of Massillon, Ohio; 18 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 16, at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Summerfield. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Much of '09 to remain dismal, Fed says Mar 6, 2009
In the two others, Philadelphia and Chicago, the economies merely "remained weak," the survey said. Hawai'i is in the Fed's regional bank district in San Francisco, along with California, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Alaska. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Economy May Continue to Decline in '09 Mar 5, 2009
In the two others, Philadelphia and Chicago, the economies merely "remained weak," the survey said. The Fed will use the Beige Book as one factor in its discussions when Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and his colleagues meet March 17-18. (ABC News -- Business)
MASTODON Confirm North American Tour Mar 3, 2009
Limited Edition 12" Picture Disc Available at Hot Topic This Month MASTODON Mobile Music Reveal Coming Soon BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Grammy-nominated hard rock juggernaut MASTODON have confirmed dates for their Spring US tour in support of their second album for Reprise Records, CRACK THE SKYE. This first tour behind the groundbreaking new album will sweep across the US and Canada, playing to smaller theaters and clubs to insure a maximum and up close intimate environment in which to be... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Haring or not, huge painting on sale for 99 cents Feb 28, 2009
Pastry chef Ernie Rich applies the finishing touches to the largest chocolate and vanilla Girl Scout cookie ever made in Philadelphia on February 27. REUTERS/Tim Shaffer, Girl Scouts/HO). (Yahoo News)
Uniforms & More moves to new site Feb 27, 2009
Uniforms moves to new site - New Mexico Business Weekly. for free extra services. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
For struggling Newbury church, weather vane a gift from above Feb 25, 2009
The church decided to let Egan and a weather-vane specialist from Philadelphia, Patrick Bell, take a closer look at the golden rooster. The weather vane was taken off its perch, and the two men, standing in the church's back parking lot, evaluated it. (Boston Globe)
U Street in Washington D.C. charts path of racial progress Feb 19, 2009
Juli Thanki (standing), 24, a graduate student from Philadelphia, moved to U Street knowing nothing of its history ... Juli Thanki, 24, a graduate student from Philadelphia whose mother is American and father is from India, moved to U Street knowing nothing of its history. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
3-hour delay at airport Feb 19, 2009
As of about 10 p.m. flights to the Northeast were experiencing weather-related delays ranging from roughly 1 hour to Philadelphia and 90 minutes to LaGuardia, 2 1/2 hours to Kennedy and 4 hours to Newark, all in the New York City area. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Grace Kelly Movie Collectibles Feb 19, 2009
Grace Kelly Born in Philadelphia. Grace Patricia Kelly was born in Philadelphia on November 12, 1929. (Suite101.com)
Acclaimed jazz drummer Louis Bellson, 84 Feb 18, 2009
They married in 1952, and when she died in 1990 at age 72, he told the Philadelphia Daily News that "I just lost my best friend.". He was designated as a "master of jazz" in 1994 by the National Endowment for the Arts, which said he "ranks among the foremost big-band drummers of the swing and post-swing eras and is best known for his precise technique and the invention of two pedal-operated bass drums.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Chiefs retain Gailey as offensive coordinator Feb 18, 2009
Muir, a 31-year NFL coaching veteran, has also coached with the New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts, Detroit and New England. Pendergast spent the past five years as defensive coordinator with Arizona (2004-08). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Philadelphia ... City of Brotherly Love ... & Romantic Love Too! Feb 14, 2009
Source: Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau ... PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Philadelphia means City of Brotherly Love ... For couples in the mood for love, Philadelphia has a lusty list of attractions, hotels, restaurants, strolls and even outdoor art. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
BETTER LIFE: More on sexual health Feb 11, 2009
Sexual health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Cupid Countdown, Day 1: Keeping love alive. (USA Today -- Life)
Inauguration musings Feb 8, 2009
Where I really wanted to be was in Philadelphia for the departure of the Obama train to Washington, D.C., a few days before the Jan. 20 inaugural ceremonies ... President-elect Obama was commemorating that trip by leaving from Philadelphia and reliving the final segment of Lincoln's journey ... What made the Philadelphia event so appealing to me is that my collection includes a ribbon from the 1861 Lincoln reception in that city, and I would love to add a ribbon or button from the Obama... (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
29 places to go in 2009 Feb 7, 2009
Bucks CountyImmediately north of Philadelphia and across the Delaware River from New Jersey, rustic Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is a quaint countryside retreat known for charming B&Bs, country inns, covered bridges, serene vineyards, and beautiful colonial estates ... 5 hours from Baltimore, and less than an hour by car from Philadelphia, Bucks County makes an easy one-tank trip and most of its B&Bs are more affordable than those in the New England countryside (trust us, theyre just as... (MSNBC -- Travel)
