Matt Veasey PHILLY LOCAL

Duffy String Band opens 2018 with bittersweet Mummers tear-jerker

On New Year's Day, we welcomed in 2018 with the usual pomp and celebration here in the United States and around the world. In my hometown of Philadelphia, PA welcoming in the New Year means one thing above all others. That would be the annual Mummers Parade. For the uninitiated, the Mummers Parade is one … Continue reading Duffy String Band opens 2018 with bittersweet Mummers tear-jerker

Matt Veasey PHILLY LOCAL, POLICE, SPORTS

My Experience at the 2017 NFL Draft in Philadelphia

Working the 2017 NFL Draft in Philadelphia To say that the 2017 NFL Draft, held in my hometown of Philadelphia over the last three days, was a major success would be an understatement. I got to experience this signature event of the National Football League up close and in person as a Sergeant with the … Continue reading My Experience at the 2017 NFL Draft in Philadelphia

Matt Veasey PHILLIES, PHILLY LOCAL

Racist Phillies episode earns city apology

Today, the Philadelphia city council voted to pass a resolution which had been introduced by Councilwoman Helen Gym. The resolution was basically a formal apology from the City of Philadelphia to Jackie Robinson for words and actions which baseball's racial trailblazer experienced while playing here against the Phillies.The resolution reads as follows:"Be it resolved by the Council of … Continue reading Racist Phillies episode earns city apology

Matt Veasey PHILLIES, PHILLY LOCAL

Cole Hamels returns to Philly area to work with kids

A former Philadelphia Phillies pitching great and World Series hero was back in the area last week.The Phils’ 2002 1st round MLB Amateur Draft pick, Cole Hamels spent parts of 10 seasons in red pinstripes. Hamels became the 2008 NLCS and World Series MVP, and a key member of the core group of players who built a quasi-dynasty, … Continue reading Cole Hamels returns to Philly area to work with kids