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Deptford Calendar from July 31 to Aug. 7
Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday July 31: Phillies Day Special for Seniors at the Deptford Senior Center from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Friday Aug. 2: Family Movie Night at the Oak Valley Baseball Field from...
Rocking fundraiser to combat food insecurity
The Blue Bar, 119 York Road, Warminster, is rocking against hunger at a special fundraiser for the Warminster Food Bank on July 27, from 3 p.m. to midnight. The fundraiser will be an indoor/outdoor event with performances from seven local bands. The outdoor portion takes place from 3 to 6...
Old City to release debut LP, share “Prey” video
Philadelphia-based punk hip-hop group Old City have announced that they will be releasing their debut album. It is self-titled and will be out on September 13 via Get Better Records. The album features contributions from Milo Aukerman of Descendents, The Ramonas, Messed Up, Conflict, Baz The Frenchman, and many more. The group has also released a video for their song “Prey” which features samples from Leftover Crack and Fugazi along with additional guitars by Gav King of Conflict and additional vocals by Milo Ackerman. Old City released their self-titled EP in 2021. Check out the video below.
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...
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker Addresses West Philadelphia Shooting
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, joined by Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and other city officials, addressed the public at 11 AM today regarding the tragic firearm incident in West Philadelphia, which resulted in three fatalities and six injuries. The briefing was held at 1200 N. Alden St. aimed to provide the latest updates on an event that has deeply affected the community.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #6, LB James Heard Jr.
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: James Heard Jr. Position: Linebacker.
NOVA honors and celebrates volunteers
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, recently held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Guiseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant in Warminster. More than 70 volunteers, board and staff members attended the dinner. The event is an opportunity to honor the volunteers who help NOVA in its...
Top Position Battles To Watch in NFL Training Camp in the NFC East: Is Quinyon Mitchell Going To Start at CB for Eagles?
The NFC East has not seen a repeat winner since the Philadelphia Eagles‘ stretch of four straight between 2001 and 2004. But since then, the Eagles and Dallas Cowboys have taken home 13 of the last 19 division titles. Have the Washington Commanders and New York Giants done enough...
1-Year-Old Girl Killed, Two Injured in North Philadelphia Car Crash; Driver Questioned, No Charges Yet
A tragic incident unfolded in the Feltonville section of North Philadelphia on Saturday night, leaving a 1-year-old girl dead and two others injured after a vehicular collision. NBC Philadelphia reports that the accident occurred as a 31-year-old woman was pushing a stroller with her 22-month-old daughter inside, and was accompanied by a 13-year-old, when a blue Dodge Ram 1500 struck them.
Auditor General DeFoor visits Grundy Library
Staff, leadership and stakeholders of the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library recently welcomed Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor during his “Be Money $mart” tour. DeFoor underscored the importance of public libraries and the invaluable free resources they provide to community members. “Pennsylvania libraries offer more than just books...
Three Flyers Prospects That Might Be On Their Last Chance
The Philadelphia Flyers have been lucky over the last few years, despite some sub-par seasons, to get some good play from young contributors. Sam Ersson had a good season as the unexpected starter. Bobby Brink has shown some flashes, albeit inconsistently, of what he could become. Egor Zamula looks as if he has finally stepped up his game.
Caught on Camera: Cops Say Woman Shot 7-Month-Old Baby in Dispute with Parents Over $100 Debt
A woman in Pennsylvania was arrested after she allegedly shot a baby in the leg, RadarOnline.com has learned.According to police reports obtained by WCAU, Dominique Billips, 28, allegedly fired multiple shots at a couple in Philadelphia around 6 p.m. on July 18, but only striking the 7-month-old baby boy they were holding, Front Page Detectives reported.The mother screamed, “My baby!” and Billips replied, “F*** your baby, b****,” before then walking away, according to the footage, police said.The parents then fled the scene. They later told police it was because they feared they would be arrested for outstanding warrants.A good Samaritan...
Can Massimo Rizzo crack the Flyers roster?
After trading in the red and gold for orange and black, Massimo Rizzo will be making his professional debut this upcoming season. With two collegiate titles in his back pocket, it's about bringing that attitude to the next league. While Rizzo is tabbed to start in the AHL with the...
Three Killed, Six Wounded in West Philadelphia Block Party Shootout, Mayor Urges Community Action
A neighborhood in West Philadelphia became the scene of a deadly confrontation yesterday earlier where an argument at a block party descended into a firefight, leaving three dead and six injured. As reported by FOX 29, Mayor Cherelle Parker expressed her condemnation at a press conference, "It's never okay to put an entire neighborhood at risk like this." Parker's remarks come after a night that saw a community event turn into what Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel described as "a gun battle."
St. Mary Medical Center recognized with advertising award
St. Mary Medical Center announced that it has received a bronze-level 2024 Digital Health Award for outstanding work in the category of Web-based Digital Health, recognizing the campaign landing page at trinityhealthma.org/bariatrics-st-mary, which promotes the St. Mary bariatrics program. “We are honored to receive a Digital Health Advertising Award for...
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