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Eagles training camp preview: 53-man roster prediction
Players will report to the NovaCare Complex on Tuesday, July 23 ahead of the team’s first practice on Wednesday, July 24. While we still have some time to kill, let’s run through everyone’s favorite summer activity: a 53-player roster prediction. The objective here is to get an early look at how the Eagles’ initial depth chart could play out. We’ll certainly update these projections throughout the summer to reflect meaningful developments from practices and preseason games.
Bridge Foundation donates scholarship money
The Bridge Educational Foundation, through the support of Malady & Wooten, Waste Management and Raymond James, last week donated $293,000 of EITC and OSTC scholarships to families in Philadelphia during an event at Father Judge. Scholarship funds are made possible through the state’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit and Opportunity Scholarship...
World Cafe Live to Present 20th Anniversary Spotlight Celebration
World Cafe Live, Philadelphia's nonprofit independent venue dedicated to live music, education, and community engagement, is celebrating a milestone anniversary with a party like none other. Founder and CEO Hal Real said, "The 20th Anniversary Spotlight Celebration will honor two decades of the organization's ability to support emerging and established artists and create innovative educational programs for youth and people with disabilities." The event will take place on Friday, October 4, 2024.
Charles Barkley stops by Haddonfield, NJ, Bar
Sir Charles Barkley spent eight seasons playing for the Philadelphia Sixers. During his time with the Sixers, he made six All-Star games, was named to the All-NBA first-team four times and was second-team three times. With Philadelphia he averaged 23.3 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 610 games played.
Asking Eric: The makeup you wear sends the wrong message, mother volunteering at school is told
DEAR ERIC: While volunteering at my children’s school another mother asked me, “Why do you wear makeup?” She followed that rude question with, “I think it sends the wrong message.”. I was completely flabbergasted and didn’t know how to respond. Somehow, I felt as if she...
Kensington news: Free soccer lessons, Hagert Playground movie night, KCR Fund healing retreat, Summer Fun at Hissey, + "The Odyssey of 01" story time
Good morning, neighbors. Here’s your weekly roundup. As always, if you know of an event or resource you’d like us to include in future newsletters, email us at editors@kensingtonvoice.com. Monthly Community Meetings. Friends of McPherson. When: Every first Tuesday from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Where: McPherson Square...
9 shot, 3 dead at large party in West Philadelphia
Police are investigating a mass shooting that took place in West Philadelphia.Nine people were shot, and three of them are dead, authorities say.It happened just after 2 a.m. Sunday on the 1200 block of North Alden Street.According to authorities, the incident stemmed from a fight."I got a male down on Alden Street. Got one male shot in the leg, possibly the head," officers could be heard saying over police radio.Police believe more than 100 people were gathered when shots rang out.Action News was told the victims are 23, 29, and 33 years old.Detectives are now looking for the suspects involved."It...
Yes, The Philadelphia-South Jersey Bridge Tolls Will Increase By 20%
We warned you last week that this was likely to happen, and now it’s official. It’s going to cost more to travel from South Jersey into the City of Philadelphia. Tolls on four bridges — which connect Philadelphia and South Jersey — will increase for the first time in 13 years.
Joe Jellybean Bryant Suddenly Passed Away At The Age Of 69
Joe “Jellybean” Bryant was the father of the late great NBA Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant. Many people have heard of Joe but what do they really know about the great Jellybean? Just know he was a baller too. Who Is Joe Jellybean Bryant?. The Golden State Warriors...
UPDATE: Man arrested for DUI after horse-and-buggy crash hospitalizes eight people
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A driver has been arrested following a crash involving a horse and buggy crash that sent eight people to the hospital Sunday in Paradise Township. James Walkergoutal, 27, of West Chester, was found to be driving under the influence when he rear-ended a horse...
BeiGene to Open Doors at Flagship U.S. Manufacturing and Clinical R&D Center
BeiGene will mark the grand opening of an $800 million manufacturing and clinical R&D center at the Princeton West Innovation Campus in Hopewell, N.J., on Tuesday, July 23 at 11:00 a.m. Governor Phil Murphy and Hopewell Mayor Courtney Peters-Manning among other dignitaries will join John V. Oyler, co-founder, chairman and CEO of BeiGene at the grand opening at Princeton West Innovation Campus located at 311 Pennington Rocky Hill Rd.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The new campus provides 400,000 square feet of dedicated clinical- and commercial-stage biologics manufacturing space with the ability to add 700,000 square feet over time. With the opening of this facility, BeiGene, a global oncology company dedicated to changing how cancer is treated, will bring approximately 130 skilled jobs to the Hopewell area. BeiGene selected the Hopewell Valley for its late-stage clinical development and manufacturing facility because of its central location and the rich scientific, development and manufacturing talent. Currently, BeiGene’s BTK inhibitor, BRUKINSA (zanubrutinib) and PD-1 inhibitor, are approved in the U.S. as well as TEVIMBRA (tislelizumab-jsgr). BeiGene was founded in 2010 and has a growing global team of more than 10,000 colleagues across five continents. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
This Caprese Salad Recipe Is Perfect for Summer in Delaware
A caprese salad celebrates fresh ingredients enjoyed at their peak, says Dan Butler, owner of Piccolina Toscana in Trolley Square and Brandywine Prime in Chadds Ford, PA. Traditionally, the recipe focuses on tomatoes, buffalo milk mozzarella, basil and a good olive oil, but Butler likes to dress it up to “make it extra special.”
This Awesome Indoor Pickleball Court is Coming Soon to Burlington County, NJ!
Pickleball really is becoming all the rage across the country, and New Jersey is no exception!. Grab your rackets! PickleRage, an indoor Pickleball club is coming soon to the Moorestown/Mount Laurel area! This will be their first location in New Jersey. Where will PickleRage in Moorestown be located?. Back in...
Open Your Mind and Get Involved: Kyle Kammerle ’18, ‘20DPT
Both as a student and an alumnus, Kyle Kammerle ’18, ‘20DPT, has never shied away from getting involved. While earning his biology degree and before earning his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Arcadia, Kyle was the President of the Knight Club (Arcadia’s dance club), an orientation leader and ambassador, a Senator for the Student Government Organization (SGO), Co-President of the Honors Program, an Arcadia Blog contributor, and active member of Puro Ritmo (the Latin Dance Club).
Doylestown Competition Gives Winner $250,000 to Treat a Childhood Cancer
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A competition in Doylestown last week resulted in a Philadelphia-based biotech company winning a $250,000 prize to find a treatment for a cancer that affects young children. The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, which is based in Doylestown, held the competition on July 18 during its 10th Annual Entrepreneur Spotlight. Three startups in the biotechnology sector presented their work as part of the competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Four judges and an audience of nearly 100 professionals from the biotech industry chose the winner during the competition. In a close vote, they chose HULA...
Camden, NJ, man gets 65 years in prison for brutal murder in 2019
A Camden man will likely never see the outside of a prison ever again after being sentenced for a brutal killing in 2019. On April 17th, 45-year-old Corey James Malloy was convicted of first-degree murder in connection to the death of Nathaniel Perry on September 26th, 2019. The verdict was returned after a jury trial in Camden County Superior Court.
The nonsense Nick Castellanos’ eerily-timed home runs meme is unfunny and lost the plot
Fans know that Philadelphia Phillies’ Nick Castellanos seems to hit a home run whenever a major news story breaks. But this meme could use a break. Remember: Castellanos originally caught attention for hitting a home run during an apology from former Reds broadcaster Thom Brennaman in 2020. As memes tend to do, though, this trend has evolved over the years as Castellanos has only continued to hit it out of the park during serious moments. This meme had yet another absurd moment in the sun this weekend. Not long after President Joe Biden announced he would withdraw from the 2024 U.S. presidential election on...
'Once Upon a Nation' Storytelling Benches Reveal Untold History of Philadelphia
'Once Upon a Nation' storytelling benches will transport you back in time.Cari Feiler Bender, spokesperson for Historic Philadelphia, Inc., says that visiting the benches helps people navigate the rich history of the city, but it's done through "a person who can engage you in the story."Reed M. Green is a storyteller located at the bench in Signer's Garden.One of the stories he tells is about the Revolutionary War, and events that happened right where visitors are sitting."And you get that goosebump moment of saying, 'Wait, that happened right here,'" says Bender.The program, created by Historic Philadelphia, Inc., is celebrating its...
Family of CHOP doctor killed in crash joins cyclists in calls for change
The parents of Dr. Barbara Friedes, a 30-year old cyclist who was killed while riding her bike in Center City last week, say her death could have been prevented. They are joining advocates and Philadelphia cyclists in calling for change. "There is no sense in any of it. There is...
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