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August 14, 2019

Missing: ‘Endangered’ man with schizophrenia

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a missing person they’re calling “endangered.” Tepong Lor was last seen Monday, Aug. 12, at…

August 14, 2019

Found: ‘Endangered’ man with diabetes hasn’t gone to work

UPDATE — Wednesday afternoon, Aug. 14, police announced Manuel Smith has been located. WEST PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a…

August 12, 2019

Historic human sex trafficking conviction; Victims were addicted to opioids

PHILADELPHIA — A Kensington man has been convicted by a jury of human trafficking for the first time in a Philadelphia case involving adult…

August 8, 2019

Missing: ‘Endangered’ woman with PTSD, anxiety

NORTH PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are asking for “urgent assistance” as they look for a missing woman. They’re calling Meghan Miller “endangered” because they…

August 8, 2019

Found: ‘Engangered’ woman with ‘numerous mental issues’

UPDATE — Tuesday morning, Aug. 13, police announced Janet Amato-Casillo has returned home. PENNSPORT — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a missing…

August 6, 2019

Man wanted for killing father arrested in Massachusetts

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — The man wanted for killing his father in their Bustleton home over the weekend was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Harvard Square,…

August 6, 2019

Search on for mom without custody who took ‘endangered’ newborn

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia police Special Victims Unit is asking for help finding a woman who may be in the city with her newborn…

August 2, 2019

Found: ‘Endangered’ man, 70, with schizophrenia, other conditions

UPDATE — Monday morning, Aug. 5, police announced Vincent Pelletier has been located. MOUNT AIRY — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a…

August 2, 2019

Missing: ‘Endangered’ girl, 13, with ADD, PDHD

GERMANTOWN —Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a 13-year-old girl they’re calling “endangered” since she suffers from ADD (attention deficit disorder) and the…

August 2, 2019

Found: ‘Endangered’ man, 58, with schizophrenia, diabetes

UPDATE — Monday morning, Aug. 5, police announced Derek Stone has returned home. SOUTH PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a…

August 2, 2019

Missing: ‘Endangered’ man, 65, with dementia

CENTER CITY — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a 65-year-old man they’re calling “endangered” since he suffers from dementia. Dexter Young was…

August 1, 2019

Hepatitis A now a Public Health Emergency in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — The city of Philadelphia has declared a Public Health Emergency to address the skyrocketing rise in cases of hepatitis A. The Philadelphia…

July 27, 2019

Found: ‘Endangered’ teenager with autism

UPDATE — Monday morning, July 29, police announced Mason Davis has been located. It is the policy of ThePhillyFiles to take down pictures of…

July 27, 2019

Missing: ‘Endangered’ woman, 74, with dementia

GRAYS FERRY — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a missing woman they consider ‘endangered’ because she suffers from dementia. They say Albertha…

July 22, 2019

Police: Help find missing ‘endangered’ woman with schizophrenia

POINT BREEZE — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a 68-year-old woman they say suffers from schizophrenia. Margaret McNichol was reported last seen…

July 22, 2019

Woman with PTSD missing since New Year’s Day

WEST PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a woman who has been missing since New Year’s Day. Earlier this month, they…

July 17, 2019

Excessive Heat Warning in effect until 10pm Sunday

PHILADELPHIA — Say it ain’t so! Unfortunately, we need a reminder. It’s hot out there. How hot? The National Weather Service is calling it…

July 16, 2019

Found: Teen missing for weeks, suffering from depression

UPDATE — Monday morning, July 22, police announced Nahquierah Martin has returned home. It is the policy of ThePhillyFiles to take down pictures of…

July 12, 2019

Found: Woman, 19, was considered ‘endangered’

UPDATE — Wednesday morning, July 24, police announced Starr Singleton has returned home. BREWERYTOWN — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a missing woman…

July 9, 2019

Found: Man considered missing and ‘endangered’

UPDATE — Friday morning, July 12, police announced Walter White has been found. EAST GERMANTOWN — Philadelphia police are asking for help finding a…

July 7, 2019

Online fight over whether fire that destroyed refinery, cost many jobs was good

GIRARD ESTATES — The fire at this Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refinery shortly after 4am, June 21, was seen for miles and changed Philadelphia…

July 5, 2019

City, feds issue reminders on staying cool, safe in hot weather

PHILADELPHIA — The heat and humidity are more than just unbearable. Friday afternoon, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted an article saying…

Every team's 2020 Spring Training schedule Monday, August 19, 2019
Thomas Harrigan
Which jersey number will each team retire next? Monday, August 19, 2019
Will Leitch
Harper exits early with dehydration Sunday, August 18, 2019
Right fielder receives IV after seeing blurry during fourth inning
Mark Feinsand
Riding high into weekend, Phillies drop series Sunday, August 18, 2019
Philly ends 'frustrating' homestand on low note after opening with four-game win streak
Mark Feinsand
No. 21 prospect unhittable in Triple-A Sunday, August 18, 2019
No title Sunday, August 18, 2019
Here are Players' Weekend nicknames for Phils Sunday, August 18, 2019
Todd Zolecki
Phillies slowed in Eflin's shaky return to rotation Sunday, August 18, 2019
Righty unable to finish off Padres, blames 'horrible two-strike pitches'
Todd Zolecki
Robertson has TJ; Arrieta set for bone spur op Sunday, August 18, 2019
Quinn placed on IL with groin strain; Hughes joins Phillies' bullpen
Todd Zolecki
Shift in approach helping Harper heat up Saturday, August 17, 2019
Phillies' slugger finally finding success pulling the ball
Mike Petriello

FIBA World Cup Watch | Bolden, Boomers Begin Friendly Schedule Monday, August 19, 2019
With the 2019 FIBA World Cup set to star
Korkmaz Begins 2019 International Play Thursday, August 15, 2019
Fresh off of signing a new deal with the 76ers, Istanbul native Furkan
Miles Returns with Heroic Aspirations Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Not all heroes wear capes, but some sure do. Just ask Isaiah Miles.
Calendario 2019-2020 Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Por Miguel Ángel Martín, Columnista de Sixers.com
2019-20 Schedule | Breaking Down Key Dates Monday, August 12, 2019
Opening Night at home against Boston. Hosting Milwaukee Christmas Day. Twenty-four nationally televised contests.
Team Announces 2019-20 Regular Season Schedule Monday, August 12, 2019
The Philadelphia 76ers announced today its schedule for the 2019-20 regular season, including the season-opening match
Team Signs Miles Thursday, August 8, 2019
Philadelphia 76ers General Manager Elton Brand announced today that the team has signed Isaiah Miles.
Details for Shore Tour Announced Wednesday, August 7, 2019
The Philadelphia 76ers announced today details for the team’s annual 76ers Summer Shore Tour, which will be held on Saturday, Aug.
Homenaje a la Década de los 70 con el Uniforme Edición Clásica Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Por Miguel Ángel Martín, Columnista de Sixers.com
Preseason Schedule Preview Monday, August 5, 2019
The 76ers have announced their 2019-20 preseason schedule, which features opponents from around the NBA and around the world.

Paul Holmgren steps down as Flyers president; GM Chuck Fletcher to take over his role Thursday, July 11, 2019
On Thursday, the Flyers announced that team president Paul Holmgren, who has held various roles over his four decades within the organization, would be stepping down from his current role in order to spend more time with his family. He won't be leaving the organization entirely, however, as Holmgren will take on a new role […]
Matt Mullin
This is Carter Hart's team now, even if the Flyers goalie doesn't want to admit it Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Carter Hart stands in line like everyone else at Jim’s Steaks on South Street on a balmy July weekday night. He doesn’t have to tug his 76ers’ hat down to his eyebrows to avoid attention. The Flyers’ goalie looks up and sees shots of Flyers’ Hall of Famer Eric Lindros up on the wall. One […]
Joseph Santoliquito
Flyers sign eight players on opening day of NHL free agency Monday, July 1, 2019
While all the big news is coming out of NBA free agency, the Flyers have quietly been busy making moves on Monday, the first official day of NHL free agency, signing eight unrestricted free agents to help add some depth in Alain Vigneault's first year at the helm.
Matt Mullin
Will Lou Scheinfeld’s Museum of Sports Ever Get Built? Wednesday, June 26, 2019
When — or it seems to have become more of an if — the Museum of Sports ever gets built, wherever it turns out to be, Lou Scheinfeld says Kate Smith will be prominently displayed.
Jon Marks
Flyers trade RFA Ryan Hartman to Stars for Tyler Pitlick Monday, June 24, 2019
Chuck Fletcher's busy Flyers offseason doesn't appear to be slowing down any time soon.
Matt Mullin
Flyers lock up one restricted free agent, sign D Travis Sanheim to two-year deal Monday, June 24, 2019
Between the draft and their flurry of moves leading up to it, the Flyers have been quite busy later — but with NHL free agency on the horizon, Chuck Fletcher and Co. might just be getting started.
Matt Mullin
What they're saying about the Flyers' draft haul, new NHL salary cap Sunday, June 23, 2019
The Flyers made some key decisions this weekend that will effect the future of the franchise for years to come. And the reviews are overwhelmingly positive for the first offseason under the Chuck Fletcher regime.
Evan Macy
NHL Draft 2019 recap: Flyers trade up for winger, draft goalie on Day 2 Sunday, June 23, 2019
The Flyers had a pretty successful first round of the 2019 NHL Draft last night, adding not only defenseman Cam York — a dynamic and talented scoring blueliner — but also a second round pick as they moved back three spaces in the first round.
Evan Macy
Flyers take defenseman Cam York with 14th pick in the NHL Draft Saturday, June 22, 2019
With their first of eight selections in this weekend's 2019 NHL Draft, the Flyers added a ninth selection, trading No. 11 with Phoenix to acquire 14 and 45 overall. Three picks later they pulled the trigger on Cam York, an offensive-minded defenseman from Anaheim, Ca. York is committed to the University of Michigan where he […]
Evan Macy
NHL Draft 2019 tracker, live stream, open thread: Flyers pick Cam York at 14 overall Saturday, June 22, 2019
If you don't have the time to watch yet another draft slog through, don't have a subscription of NHL Network, or have something more interesting to do Friday night, there is no reason to fear. We'll have the entire thing covered. Below is our live chat/open thread. Follow it throughout the night to see all […]
Evan Macy

Meet Leo, your AI Research Assistant Thursday, June 27, 2019
People love RSS because it lets you to aggregate in one place all the topics and information you care about. No more zigzagging. People also love RSS because of its control and transparency. It is not a feed that tries to manipulate and monetize your attention. It is a feed that feeds your mind and […]
Edwin K
[Design Review] Feedly Dark Theme Wednesday, June 19, 2019
As part of the redesign of the Left Navigation bar, we are going to change the theme system on the Web to be more consistent with the theming on mobile: offering users the choice between a white theme and a dark theme. Here is a preview of what the dark theme might look like And […]
Edwin K
Leo and Mute Filters Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Some of the sources you follow in Feedly are broader than the topics and trends you care about. That additional noise can add up and become overwhelming or result in you wasting precious time. We believe that noise is the enemy and we have been building a new Leo skill called Mute Filters to let […]
Edwin K
[Design Review] New Feedly Navigation Bar Tuesday, June 4, 2019
The team is exploring a new design for the Feedly navigation bar. Here is a quick tour so that you can let us know what you think of the upcoming changes! More visible Add Content (+) The profile and add content are now more visible in a left band. Teams users will also be able […]
Edwin K
Leo and Cybersecurity Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Do you need to keep up with the latest vulnerabilities and threats but do not have the time to read all your security feeds? We can help. In 2018, fifteen thousand vulnerabilities were discovered, the number of exploits doubled and more than four security articles were published every minute. Keeping up with all these trends […]
Edwin K
Save to Boards on the Go with Feedly Mini for Chrome and Firefox Sunday, April 14, 2019
One million Feedly users rely on Feedly Mini to quickly add new sources to their feeds and save essential articles to their boards. Saving insightful articles to your boards allows you to share and shine with your team and train Leo. The more articles you save to a board, the greater the accuracy of Leo’s […]
Edwin K
What is new in Leo 0.6? Wednesday, March 20, 2019
We pushed Leo 0.5 to a limited beta in early March and collected lots of interesting feedback. The team is listening and crunching through all that feedback and adapting Leo to improve UI/UX as well as the relevance of the underlying machine learning models. Here is a summary of the changes we are pushing out […]
Edwin K
Introduction to Leo 0.5 Wednesday, March 6, 2019
Sometimes you want to follow high volume publications like The Verge, NY Times, or VentureBeat because you trust them, but you are only interested in narrower topics, trends, or mentions. Reducing noise and information overload is a problem we care passionately about. We have been working over the last 12 months on a new feature […]
Edwin K
New AI-Driven Discovery Experience Wednesday, March 6, 2019
We love the Web because it is an open and distributed network that offers everyone the freedom and control to publish and follow what matters to them. We also love the web because it has enabled a new generation of content creators (Ben Thompson, Bruce Schneier, Tina Eisenberg, Seth Godin, Maria Popova, etc.). Those independent […]
Edwin K
Premium Fonts Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Feedly Labs has been a really interesting experience for us because it has helped us get a deeper understanding of who the Feedly community is and how we can better serve you going forward. One of the insights we learned last fall is that the community seems to care deeply about typography. Based on that […]
Edwin K

Penn State, UMass set for men's basketball, football games Thursday, January 24, 2019
Penn State and Massachusetts are set to renew their men's basketball and football series, meeting on the hardwood for the first time since they were both members of the Atlantic 10 Conference. The Nittany Lion football team also has added Ohio to a future schedule.
World Campus provides military students access to a dedicated support team Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Penn State World Campus provides military students of all branches access to a dedicated military support team and military-exclusive services, including their own undergraduate academic advising team.
Single-game parking sales end for Nov. 10 Penn State-Wisconsin football game Friday, November 2, 2018
Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics has announced that it will not sell any additional single-game parking permits in advance of the Nov. 10 Wisconsin football game in Beaver Stadium.
Centre County commissioners proclaim November as Military Appreciation Month Tuesday, October 30, 2018
The Centre County commissioners proclaimed November 2018 as Military Appreciation Month in Centre County during their weekly meeting on Oct. 30, in coordination with Penn State’s Military Appreciation Week.
Dyslexia gene may predict concussion susceptibility among football players Monday, October 29, 2018
A gene associated with the learning disorder dyslexia may play a role in athletes’ susceptibility to concussions, according to a study by Penn State and Northwestern University. The pilot study included 87 Division I Penn State football players from 2015 to 2017. Researchers aimed to determine whether a genotype in nine candidate genes predicted the […]
Penn State committed to supporting military students and families Monday, October 22, 2018
Military students face unique challenges when transitioning from service to college, and Penn State is committed to providing the necessary support and resources to help them succeed in and out of the classroom.
Pennsylvania General Assembly recognizes Penn State Military Appreciation Week Saturday, October 20, 2018
Both chambers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly adopted separate resolutions designating Oct. 27 through Nov. 11 as Military Appreciation Week in Pennsylvania in coordination with Penn State’s Military Appreciation Week.
Military, CIA officers to share experiences as women in male-dominated fields Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Marine Corps Maj. Paige Kennedy and former CIA case officer Shannon McCombie, both Penn State alumnae, will headline a seminar and Q&A session from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at Penn State’s University Park campus to discuss their experiences as women who have paved the way in historically male-dominated fields.
Call for volunteers for Penn State military appreciation tailgate on Oct. 27 Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Volunteers are needed at the Penn State military appreciation tailgate for service members, veterans and their families, to be held prior to the Nittany Lion football game against Iowa on Saturday, Oct. 27. The deadline to sign up is Oct. 9.
Penn State military appreciation events kick off in October Friday, September 28, 2018
Penn State, State College Borough and Centre County will honor military service members, veterans and their families when their service and sacrifices are recognized during a series of military appreciation events in October and November.