Biden coronavirus adviser warns US facing ‘darkest’ days of entire pandemic
President-elect Joe Biden’s coronavirus task force member Dr. Michael Osterholm warned on Tuesday that the “virus is really dangerous” and the holiday season will be the worst "period of the entire pandemic."
Bucks County officials warn against large gatherings as COVID cases surge
Just in time for the holidays, Bucks County officials are issuing a warning about gatherings.
School District of Philadelphia puts hybrid learning plans on hold, will remain virtual
Superintendent Dr. William Hite talks about the decision for Philadelphia schools to remain virtual
Coronavirus Christmas: Area malls offering contactless, virtual visits with Santa
This year, Santa and his elves are working extra hard at a number of area malls to make guests feel comfortable, offering a number of contactless experiences.
Google Trends reveals most popular Thanksgiving side dish by state
“We examined over 20 Thanksgiving classics. Some controversial decisions were made, including counting gravy as a side,” Zippia wrote.
Hosting Thanksgiving? Amid coronavirus pandemic, you may need to rethink your dinner plans: expert
Dr. Erika Schwartz gives her recommendations for a safe Thanksgiving
NY police investigate after razor blade found in child's Halloween candy
Police in upstate New York are investigating after a parent found a razor blade embedded in a piece of their child's Halloween candy.
Trick-or-treaters celebrate Halloween 2020 style, amid coronavirus protocols
Halloween 2020 will be remembered as a Halloween like no one has ever seen before. People tried to enjoy the holiday as best they could, masks, social distancing and all.
Washing Halloween candy wrappers will reduce COVID-19 risk, researchers find
According to researchers at the University of California, the risk of contracting COVID-19 from Halloween candy could be reduced to near zero if candy givers wash their hands and wash the candy packaging with dish soap, a new study found.
COVID-19 pandemic reinvents holiday hiring needs for retailers
The push to hire temporary workers has begun in earnest this holiday season, in some cases weeks earlier than last year. But the pandemic has reshaped the kinds of jobs retailers are recruiting for.
Teal Pumpkin Project promotes safe Halloween for kids with food allergies
The Teal Pumpkin Project aims to raise awareness of food allergies, making Halloween safer and more inclusive for trick-or-treaters.
'This is not the year for a street party:' San Francisco discourages partying in Castro on Halloween
This year, officials are discouraging people from going there at all, to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Levine: Avoid holiday gatherings to slow spread of virus
Dr. Rachel Levine cited small gatherings as a driver of the recent spike in COVID-19 both in the state and nationally.
Pope Francis ends public audiences, eyes Christmas as virus surges
Ambassadors to the Vatican were informed recently that Christmas would be essentially a virtual affair for the diplomatic corps this year.
You can stream free kid-friendly Halloween shows and movies on Tubi
Tubi has plenty of kid-friendly Halloween movies and shows for the entire family to enjoy.
'Worst year ever': Holiday plans in jeopardy as new COVID wave takes form
People across the Delaware Valley prepare for very different holidays as new coronavirus wave takes form.
Holidays plans in jeopardy as people come to grips with new coronavirus wave
Marcus Espinoza has details
7-year-old celebrates Halloween with ‘Lion King’ VHS costume
Max, 7, used hot glue, foam board, duct tape, posters and a Styrofoam cooler to dress up as a VHS copy of the Disney classic “The Lion King.”
Full moon to shine on Halloween for the first time since 1944
It will also be the second full moon of the month, and therefore, is called a “blue moon.”
Disney unveils its holiday merchandise, has a unique 2020 item included
Disney Parks revealed Christmas-themed face masks as holiday season approaches amid the coronavirus pandemic.