Philadelphia Marathon

Brotherly Love: Clothes-Pin Cleans Up, Helps The Needy

What if you could clean up the city and give clothes to the needy? That’s the idea one girl and her father had after seeing what gets thrown away.

2011/11/29

(Credit: Photojournalist Thomas Gardiner)

Runners Who Died During Philadelphia Marathon Identified

Philadelphia police say two runners in Sunday morning’s Philadelphia Marathon have died after collapsing during the race with apparent heart attacks.

2011/11/21

A Veteran Runner Reflects On Yesterday’s Marathon Deaths

The deaths at the Philadelphia Marathon are tragic and shocking, but most marathoners are aware that the distance poses serious risks.

2011/11/21

When Running A Marathon Poses A Health Risk

KYW’s Medical Editor Dr. Brian McDonough says in situations like this it is often difficult to predict who is going to be at risk.

2011/11/20

The Philadelphia Marathon Race Gets Underway On Sunday

More than 27,000 runners and 60,000 spectators are expected to turn out for the 18th Annual Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday.

2011/11/19

(Mayor Nutter and other dignitaries use an oversized scissors to cut a ribbon officially opening Philadelphia Marathon weekend. Credit: Cherri Gregg)

On Your Mark, Get Set For Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

More than 27,000 runners and 60,000 spectators are expected to turn out for the 18th Annual Philadelphia Marathon, this Sunday morning.

2011/11/18

Philadelphia Marathon

Ukee Washington spoke to marathon runner Darryl Brown and the Philadelphia Marathon’s Executive Director Melanie Johnson about the upcoming Philly Marathon.

2011/11/16

(Jim Paterno, Students Run Philly Style board chair and running leader; Kevin Farley, running leader; Shabazz Ransom, student. Photo provided)

Positively Philadelphia: Guiding Kids At Risk, Step By Step

“Students Run Philly Style is an organization that mentors children between the ages of 12 and 18, and we use long distance running as the vehicle to connect with the kids,” says Jim Paterno, board chair of Students Run Philly Style and a running mentor.

2011/04/02

Registration For The Philadelphia Marathon Opens Today

The Philadelphia Marathon is almost eight months away but city officials are expecting a huge response when registration opens today.

2011/04/01

Woman Running Marathon In Honor Of Slain Brother, Officer Boyle

The Boyle family knows far too well the meaning of service and sacrifice. Four Boyles have dedicated a total of more than 75 years to Philadelphia’s Police Department.

2010/11/20

Kids Participate In Mini-Marathon On The Parkway

The Philadelphia Marathon takes place on Sunday but on Saturday afternoon the kids got a chance to run.

2010/11/20

(Kathleen Boyle Wrigley accepts the "High Five" award from Mayor Nutter. Photo by John McDevitt)

Nutter Recognizes One Marathoner’s Inspirational Life

Mayor Nutter presented the first ever “High Five” award to marathon participant Kathleen Boyle Wrigley, sister of slain Philadelphia police officer Danny Boyle, who lost his life almost two decades ago.

2010/11/19

(A Holiday Inn at 4th and Arch Streets in Old City Philadelphia. File photo)

No Vacancy At Philly Hotels This Weekend As Events Converge

The city will be buzzing this weekend, according to Jack Ferguson, incoming president of the Philadelphia Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.

2010/11/19

2010 Philadelphia Marathon Events

Philadelphia Marathon Race Weekend will attract thousands of athletes for the opportunity to run through the city’s streets and get a real taste of hip and historic Philadelphia’s beauty, culture, heritage and hospitality, as part of a full weekend of fun activities designed for the whole family.

2010/11/18