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CBS News
20-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
9-year-old's teachers, classmates raise money to help after he was burned in Philadelphia plane crash
After a devastating medical jet crash in Northeast Philadelphia left 9-year-old Ramesses Vazquez Viana burned on 90% of his body, his school is stepping up to support him—and his recovery. Ramesses, a third grader at Mastery Charter Smedley Elementary in Frankford, was transferred to Shriners Children's Hospital in Boston. The Jan. 31 crash ignited a car he was riding in with his mother, Jamie. Jamie has urged everyone rooting for Ramesses to make a full recovery to "keep praying" and is grateful for the outpouring of support that has come from across Philadelphia and beyond. It has been months since Ramesses last attended Mastery — an absence the school community is feeling. "He's a bubbly kid who gave high-fives or dap," said teacher Nicole McCreight. "It's hard not having him here." Ramesses' classmates sent handmade origami, cards, and Philly favorites like soft pretzels to brighten his hospital room. His favorite color is yellow, and this Friday, the whole school will wear it in his honor. Students are donating $1 to participate; staff, $5. Teachers are also paying to dress down this week, with proceeds going to Ramesses' family. "His desk is still ready," Assistant Principal Danielle Nicoletti said. "We can't wait for him to come back." The school is also selling "Rise Up with Ramesses" bracelets for $5 and asking for recorded read-alongs — his favorites are The Bad Seed and Pete the Cat. His mom calls him a phoenix, rising from the ashes. And back in Philly, his school is making sure he knows he's not fighting alone. Links to donate are available on the school's website.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Popular children's author makes stop in Hubbard
HUBBARD, Ohio (WKBN) — A bestselling children's author and musician visited Hubbard Schools this week. Eric Litwin led a professional development workshop Friday for Hubbard's Elementary School teachers. Litwin is best known as the original author of the first four 'Pete the Cat' books. It was his second of two events in the district. Both were made possible thanks to federal funding. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Be a Tourist: Events around town March 14-16
Employing what he's labeled 'hard funny,' Christopher Titus has released seven ninety-minute albums in as many years. He's done six one-hour comedy specials with Comedy Central, and his seventh special spent four weeks on the Billboard Top Ten Comedy Chart. For tickets and show times, click here. Meet Pete. He's one groovy, guitar-playing cat, who likes his music cool and his coffee sweet. Board the VW bus for a trip around the globe with Pete, Jimmy and friends in this hilarious, toe-tapping musical! Based on the Pete the Cat series of books by Kimberly and James Dean. For tickets and show times, click here. Get ready for a weekend full of live music, DJ parties, great food & drinks, plus Peek'n Peak's iconic Cardboard Box Derby and Pond Skim! This years theme is St. Patrick's Day, so be sure to come in your best Irish gear! For more information, click here. There will be green beer, specialty food & drinks, live music and more! Live music by The CraicJacks! For more information, click here. Explore 20 different sugarhouses and their unique way of producing maple syrup. There will be learning experiences about how maple syrup is produced and opportunities to support local families and businesses. For more information, click here. Delve into Bernstein's thrilling On the Waterfront Suite, a musical journey reflecting the film's powerful narrative. The evening sparkles with the renowned Miloš' guitar virtuosity, enchanting the audience. It culminates with Schumann's Symphony No. 1, a vibrant ode to spring's awakening. This concert blends cinematic intensity, exquisite guitar mastery, and symphonic beauty. For tickets and show time, click here. Saturday the team will face the Niagara Ice Dogs. Saturday is also Golf Night, with mini golf course set-up throughout the concourse plus on-ice golf contests. Sunday the team faces off against Guelph. Sunday is the team's annual St. Patrick's Celebration with free popcorn and soft drink for the first 500 kids plus free 2024-25 team card set to the first 500 guests. For tickets, click here. Hosted by the Knights and Ladies of St. Patrick and the Erie Downtown Partnership, this year's parade will be packed with festive floats, live music, and plenty of Irish spirit! For more information, click here. The Erie Vacation Expo is the region's largest and most immersive travel experience. The free event is the perfect one-stop shop for booking a vacation, bringing nearly 50 travel and tourism vendors, exclusive show-only savings, and destination seminars to the same location. No tickets required. For more information, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
