An overhead sprinkler that froze and burst forced Widener University students to leave their Harris Hall dorm rooms Thursday. Students finally got back into their rooms after hours.
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Frozen Sprinkler Breaks, Floods Widener Dorm
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Light Snow Falls Ahead of Weekend Warm-Up
It's cold Friday morning but not as bitter as it was 24 hours earlier. On this first day of February, some snow will fall during the day, but it shouldn't be more than a nuisance.
Here is what to expect:
- Friday: Light snow is expected as high temps only get into the 20s. An inch or two could fall in southern Delaware and New Jersey.
- Saturday: Temps finally start to warm above freezing.
Some snowflakes began to fall Friday morning in Delaware and New Jersey. With temps in the 20s, anything that falls will be snow and will stick to the ground.
The snow is part of a weak system and is not expected to be intense at any point during the day as winds remain light. The snow showers will move out by the evening.
South Jersey and Delaware neighborhoods have the best chance for accumulation, with an inch or two possible. An inch or less is expected in Philadelphia, Wilmington and the immediate suburbs. It's possible that the northern and western suburbs will get only a dusting or no snow at all. Snow chances decrease the closer you get to the Lehigh Valley and Poconos.
The snow should be light enough to brush away with a broom in most neighborhoods.
The highs on Friday are only expected to get into the low 20s.
Relief comes over the weekend with temps in the 30s Saturday then getting up to 50 in some neighborhoods Sunday. It could get to 60 degrees by Tuesday.
Keep checking NBC10 on air and in the NBC10 App (download it now) for the up-to-date First Alert Weather forecast.
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Meet Mr. Brown, But Don't Litter Around Him
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Rain, snow and even begrudging neighbors can’t stop 65-year-old Richard Brown from diligently picking up litter along his Germantown block.
The mere sight of trash frustrates the U.S. Army veteran.
“I don’t get much help,” he said from inside the warmth of his two-story rowhouse.
Earlier, Brown dragged a trash can up and down his block, zeroing in on every piece of forgotten refuse leftover from a windy trash collection day.
This ritual is three years running and has earned him the respect of locals, who nominated Brown for My Philly Neighbor, a Broke in Philly series that highlights Philadelphia residents committing unseen good deeds throughout the city.
The neighbor who submitted Brown's name put it simply:
“He takes pride in our street," Renee said. She declined to provide her last name.
Philadelphia’s trash problem is no secret. Plastic bags, cigarette butts and just about everything else that should be inside a trash can or recycling bin freely roam many streets, an unsightly tornado of debris harassing neighborhoods.
While most major cities rely on street cleaning to solve the issue, Philadelphia has famously shied away from such tactics. City leaders have blamed residents who refuse to move their cars as one reason why Philadelphia can’t possibly keep its streets clean.
Shortly after taking office, Mayor Jim Kenney signed an executive order aimed at making Philly a little less dirty. He created a 16-person Zero Waste and Litter Cabinet to, essentially, talk about trash. Two recent studies revealed what many already know — adding more trash cans throughout the city could prevent people from littering.
Or will it?
Brown isn’t so sure. He makes it a point to single out every person he sees throwing trash on the ground instead of finding a nearby receptacle.
“I think it has a lot to do with their upbringing,” he said. “If their parents don’t bestow on them the importance of cleaning up, they’re not going to clean up.”
The father of four wasn’t going to take the same chances with his own children. When his kids were little, he would tear up pieces of paper and leave them strewed on the floor until someone picked it up. If they didn’t, he would ask why.
“It’s not mine,” his children would answer.
“Whose house is this?” Brown would ask.
“This is our house,” the kids would reply.
“Ok, then each one of you pick up one piece of paper and throw it in the trash,” he would tell them.
Sometimes, his children complained to their mom, Brown said. When they did, she would tear up pieces of paper and tell them to clean it all up.
The tactic worked and instilled in them a sense of purpose, Brown said. Like their father, all four children have served either in the Army, Navy or Air Force.
Brown said he joined the Army as a way to escape what he considered a one-way street. After high school, few of his friends were college-bound. Instead, they partied or spent their days “sitting out” on their porches and stoops, he said.
“I didn’t like seeing that,” Brown added.
He served for seven years in Germany and came back to Philadelphia with a drinking problem. It wasn’t until his then-4-year-old daughter asked him to put down the booze that he found other hobbies to occupy his time. Brown started working as a custodian at Northeast Philadelphia Airport, became a deacon at his local church and planted a garden.
It was the flowers that inspired him to start cleaning up other people's trash, he said.
“It’s hard to plant something when there’s a plastic bag in the way,” Brown said.
Now, he buys trash cans for the neighborhood and picks up whatever remains after the garbage collectors come through his street. He has even found a way to deter thieves from stealing his cans and trash bags: He creates little slits at the bottom of each bag so that trash or liquid spills out if someone tries to take them out. He secures the cans to different light posts with chains or tape.
Instead of waiting for someone else to empty them, he takes out the bags every week and leaves them tied up for the collectors to grab.
And he doesn’t shy away from reprimanding the collectors, themselves.
“Sometimes I see guys breaking glass and I ask for their truck number,” Brown said, somewhat sheepishly.
He has yet to report anyone to the Philadelphia Streets Department, but he likes putting people on notice.
“I try to be the best that I can,” Brown said.
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'Foles' Steps Up in the Puppy Bowl
Not everyone will be glued to the Super Bowl this weekend, many people will be hooked on watching the antics of the Puppy Bowl. Justina Calgiano of the Providence Animal Center and David Zeccardi bring Foles to the studio after the dog participated in the Puppy Bowl.
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Vroom! Things to Do in and Around Philly This Weekend
Philadelphia and its surrounding counties always have something going on. Whether it’s Black History Month, a book fair, ice skating or the annual Auto Show, this area is full of winter fun every weekend. We’ve found the top (and affordable) choices of what to do this weekend, Feb. 1-3, in Philly.
Feb. 1-3
What: Black History in Philadelphia
Major city attractions, including the African American Museum of Philadelphia, the National Constitution Center and the Free Library of Philadelphia, will host events throughout the month.
Where: Various locations
When: All of February
What: The African American Children’s Book Fair
Promoting the power and joy of reading, authors and illustrators will conduct readings and sign their books. Brand new books will be given to teachers to use in classrooms and plenty of books will also be available for purchase at a discounted rate.
Where: Community College of Philadelphia. 17th and Spring Garden streets, Philadelphia
When: Saturday, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
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What: Philadelphia Auto Show
Check out the auto industry’s latest creations including more than 700 concept, classic, luxury and exotic cars like a "Back to the Future" DeLorean.
Where: Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia
When: Saturday through Feb. 10
Cost: $14
What: Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
When the weather gets chilly, head to rink for some ice skating, fire pits, food, drinks, an arcade and more.
Where: Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, 101 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia
When: through March 3, from 1 to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 1 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Sunday
Cost: Free for general admission, $4 skating admission, $10 skate rentals. Food and drink available for purchase.
What: Winter at Dilworth Park
In the shadow of City Hall, families can enjoy ice skating, the Wintergarden, shopping and plenty of snacks and hot chocolate outside at Dilworth Park.
Where: Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th Street, Philadelphia
When: through Feb. 24
Cost: Free to explore
What: Orchid Extravaganza at Longwood Gardens
Stroll through the indoor gardens and witness the beauty of the rarest of flowers.
Where: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, Pa.
When: through March 24
Cost: Varies
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5 Alternatives to Watching Super Bowl LIII
It's game time! Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams will face off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LIII. This marks the Patriots' ninth appearance in the NFL Championship game in 17 years.
As every Philadelphia fan knows and dwells upon often, last year the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the five-time NFL champions for the Birds' first Super Bowl win in franchise history.
But, then came the reality of the 2018 season, despite a late rally that took the Eagles to the NFC Divisional Playoffs earlier this month.
So it's understandable that many local football fans are considering boycotting the game altogether, joining those who never planned on watching anyway.
Here are a few things to consider doing in lieu of watching Super Bowl LIII:
The annual Auto Show is on the road back to Philadelphia. The latest automotive technology will be on display at the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Feb. 2 through 10.
Visitors will be able to observe and sit inside the vehicles, while some models may even be available to test drive.
The Eagles' chances of a Super Bowl repeat may have sunken, but the opportunity for a great weekend remains afloat. The Philadelphia area's finest crafting experts will be holding special courses on mold making, stem carving, and other woodworking techniques that are essential to building boats. Classes set sail on February 2 and dock on February 10.
3. Philadelphia Museum of Art - New Chinese Galleries
Explore over 4,000 years of art as the Art Museum opens doors on its updated Chinese art galleries. The reimagined exhibit will analyze the thematic and historical significance of Chinese artifacts, including costumes, photographs, and figurines. The new Chinese art galleries open Feb. 3.
First Fridays in Old City have been a staple of the Philadelphia community since their inception in 1991. Tailored for both locals and tourists, First Fridays draw engaged crowds of all ages. Festivities include antique collecting, food vendors, art, and live music. First Friday events occur during the first Friday of each month.
There's no better way to celebrate the first anniversary of the greatest Super Bowl in NFL history than watching that game instead of whatever is going to happen on Sunday. Why not spend the day reliving the magic of the Philly Special, the winning game call, and the crowning of Super Bowl LII MVP, Nick Foles?
If you aren't lucky enough to have the game saved on your DVR, don't fret: The NFL has made a DVD version of the game available for purchase.
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'Johnny Doc' Says He's Not Going Anywhere
The indicted union leader, John "Johnny Doc" Dougherty told reporters Friday following his first appearance in federal court that he will fight the charges while at the same time maintaining his position as influential leader of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98.
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Gambling on Super Bowl Has Added Buzz to Atlantic City
New Jersey's casino mecca has some new juice these days, thanks to sports betting. Many say they are heading to the Jersey Shore city to lay a few quid on the upcoming Super Bowl.
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U.S. Sen. Cory Booker Kicks Off Presidential Campaign Outside His Newark, NJ, House
The former Newark, New Jersey, mayor who became U.S. senator, Cory Booker, launched a run for president outside his home in Newark. He joins a crowded field of Democrats eager to challenger President Donald Trump in 2020.
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Man, Dog Rescued from Frozen Pond in West Chester, Pa.
A man walking his dog needed to be rescued Friday from a frozen pond on a farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania, during the light snowfall. Police officers and passersby rushed to the man and pulled him and the dog to safety. Both are recovering at home.
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Indicted Union Officials Appear at Federal Court Hearings
Indicted union leader John "Johnny Doc" Dougherty and other officials also charged in a 116-count federal case made their first appearances in federal court on Friday.
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Delaware, Philly Residents Waiting Out Snow for Warmer Days Ahead
People patiently awaited Friday for warmer days, which are expected to arrive over the weekend. Here's how they perservered.
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Disturbingly Fast Thieves Steal Tires in South Philly
Several vehicles in South Philadelphia have been left without all four tires as lightning-fast thieves have struck recently.
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Lightning-Fast Tire Thieves Bewilder South Philly Residents
Thieves in the blink of an eye have stolen all the tires from several vehicles in South Philadelphia in the last few days, according to residents, who are left to wonder who could be so efficient — and devious.
Surveillance video shows the thieves in action: hooded sweatshirts cover their heads as they back their own sports utility vehicle up to a victim's car. They jump out, and get to work. Within minutes, they have boosted the vehicle's tires, leaving it on boxes.
"I’m just so angry. Like how dare you. How dare you think, that for people who work hard for their stuff, and we work hard, and to come in and take it away from us is just so unfair," one victim, Veronica Cox-Emanuel, told NBC10 after her tires were stolen while her car was parked at 19th and Porter streets.
Police have not yet said if they believe all the tire thefts are related.
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Philly Soda Tax Scrutinized for Links to Labor Union Indictments
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney's biggest achievement thus far, the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, is under the microscope this week after it was mentioned prominently in a 116-page federal indictment allegedly linking a city councilman and an influential union leader.
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Punxsutawney Phil Predicts ‘Beautiful Spring’
Spring will come early and will be beautiful; so says Punxsutawney Phil after he didn't see his shadow on Groundhog Day.
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The Philly Auto Show Returns
The 2019 edition of the Philadelphia Auto Show rolls into town starting Saturday morning. IF you visit, you’ll be able to see some known classics, like the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine, and even some rides that won’t be coming out for another year.
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This Philly High School Program is Out of This World
In Northeast High School, a special program makes classrooms literally look like NASA headquarters. The elite SPARC program gives students real, hands-on experience on how to be an astronaut.
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Kids Ready to Read at the African American Children’s Book Fair
The free African American Children’s Book fair returns to the Community College of Philadelphia. The fair is one of the oldest and largest single-day events for African-American children’s books in the country, and several members of the NBC10 team will be in attendance to greet the public.
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Clear the Shelters: Sweet Dee Has Plenty of Puppy Energy
Dee is only 2 years old and has the puppy energy to prove it. She was found as a stray and her owners wouldn’t take her back, so she’s hoping for a new home where she can be active and go on adventures.
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