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John Mc Devitt's work covers a variety of topics including crime, culture & society, government & politics, pets, and entertainment news with a specific focus on Philadelphia. His articles often include event coverage and expert commentary.
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By: John Mc Devitt
George Takei is best known for his role in the original “Star Trek” series. The openly gay actor and activist will be the guest of honor at a show at the Kimmel Center on Nov. 18 for contribution to the arts and leadership in social justice.
By: John Mc Devitt
The iconic SS United States could be departing its South Philadelphia pier next week for its final voyage to become an artificial reef in the Florida Panhandle.
Philadelphia police have made more arrests in September’s overnight car meets that led to reckless activities across the city, including drifting, setting off fireworks, and starting trash fires.
By: John Mc Devitt
The ship will be repositioned at Pier 82 during high tide on Thursday. Friday morning during low tide, it will be pulled by tug boat along the Delaware River, under three bridges, and into the Atlantic Ocean to Alabama.
By: John Mc Devitt
At the Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s National Dog Show, taking place Saturday and Sunday at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County, a new breed will compete for the title of Best in Show.
By: John Mc Devitt
Philadelphia police want the public’s help in locating a missing plaque honoring Officer Charles Knox, who was killed in the line of duty more than 30 years ago.
By: John Mc Devitt
The bones of a 12-year-old girl killed in the 1985 MOVE bombing were discovered at the Penn Museum, three years after “repeated assurances” that all remains from the bombing had been returned to the families.
By: John Mc Devitt
ACCT Philly, the city’ animal care and control provider, forced to euthanize dogs for lack of space, is in desperate need of adopters and foster households, and there’s an incentive for animal rescues in the region to take some of the larger dogs.
By: John Mc Devitt
A 19th century bridge, built for a long-defunct West Fairmount Park trolley line, now a recreational trail, is having some restoration work done. Officials say a detour will be in place for about two weeks.
By: John Mc Devitt
Two exhibits got facelifts worth a combined $20 million to honor the Franklin Institute turning 200 years old. The first was its iconic heart exhibit that’s now part of a bigger installation, and the second has pieces gathered over the last 200 years
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