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Tyler Phillips threw six shutout innings as the Philadelphia Phillies prevented a sweep with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates
Rookie Tyler Phillips allowed four hits over six innings, helping the Philadelphia Phillies avoid a sweep with a 6-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Phillips, who improved to 2-0, struck out three batters and walked one. This was his third appearance and second start since moving up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on July 5.
This Deep Dive Into Nick Castellanos Homering During Major News Events Is Nothing Short of Astonishing
It shouldn’t have been a surprise that the Phillies' outfielder homered after Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race. 1. If you spent any time on the horrible place formerly known as Twitter on Sunday, you might have seen just as many tweets about Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos as Joe Biden.
Mt. Laurel Residents Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month at 2nd Annual Community Campout
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — The Mount Laurel community came together this past weekend to celebrate National Park and Recreation Month at what has become an annual event. Mount Laurel's second-ever Community Campout was held on July 19 at Laurel Acres Park. The event was held in honor of National Park and Recreation Month, which has been celebrated every July since 1985 and promotes building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation, according to the National Recreation and Park Association. The month also recognizes the over 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals, along with...
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...
5 Sixers thoughts: Joel Embiid eligible for contract extension amid run with Team USA
Happy Monday! The NBA offseason is beginning to wind down for most, but for Sixers superstar Joel Embiid, the action is only beginning. Let's discuss that and more:. Last week, the Sixers' franchise cornerstone became eligible to sign a three-year contract extension that would ensure Embiid is signed for the next five seasons. The Sixers would essentially guarantee themselves control over the remainder of Embiid's prime, but they could also be on the hook for at least a year or two of his post-prime days when his natural aging and lengthy injury history kick in.
From Greek Roots to the Bench: The Inspiring Journey of George Koudelis
George Koudelis, a distinguished Greek-American retired judge and lawyer, has made a lasting impact on the legal profession and his community. His life story epitomizes the American dream and the enduring influence of cultural heritage. George’s journey begins with his family’s roots in Korone, Greece, and a rich history that...
CT’s Top 3: Coaching Questions For The Philadelphia Eagles
With football season (unofficially) beginning tomorrow, I’ll be starting a new daily Mon-Fri feature: CT’s Top 3. Each list will be based on a conversation we have on Kincade And Salciunas, and of course, our first edition is Eagles-centric. As the team prepares to report to training camp, there are still plenty of questions about the coaching staff, leading to an incredibly interesting relationship between Nick Sirianni and his new coordinators, Kellen Moore and Vic Fangio.
16x Grammy Award-winning musician going on tour: Where to get tickets to his Pa. show
Jerry Douglas, a 16-time Grammy-Award winning musician, is going on a tour that includes a stop in Bucks County, Pa. Douglas is a recording artist, band leader, producer, composer and member of Alison Krauss and Union Station. He will release his first album in seven years, “The Set,” on Sept....
Uninsured kids in Camden County can get free vaccinations here
Uninsured children and children with only Medicaid Part A in Camden and Sicklerville can get free vaccinations this week in preparation for the upcoming school year. The clinics are a first-of-its-kind initiative by Camden County's Department of Health and Human Services and its partners. “These clinics are a chance for...
Another Jersey diner closes. Is it the end of an era?
So many diners in my area have closed within the past year. Word came this week that the Voorhees Diner on Route 73 in Voorhees had closed abruptly. They had trouble staying open full-time since the pandemic. Some days or weeks they were closed and some they were open. They’ve had some financial troubles following a lawsuit by former employees back about five years ago.
Musical in Malvern tells immigration story as a twist on ‘Wizard of Oz’
You’ve likely heard Dorothy sing about going somewhere over the rainbow, but People’s Light Theatre in Malvern is taking audiences down a different kind of yellow brick road with “Somewhere Over the Border.”
The Case for a Crappier Commuter
A few weeks ago, I was walking around South Philadelphia with a friend when I saw a bike easily worth a few thousand dollars locked up outside a bar on a dark street. It was a carbon gravel racer with flat pedals, all kinds of frame bags, a fancy front rack, and a far-too-flimsy lock for Philly standards. Though it wasn’t my bike, I stressed about its well-being long after it was out of my sight, tugging at my hair thinking about how much attention it was likely grabbing while sitting unattended on the sidewalk.
Ex-Philadelphia police officer gets at least 8 years in prison for killing 12-year-old Thomas Siderio
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Former Philadelphia police officer Edsaul Mendoza was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison for shooting and killing 12-year-old Thomas Siderio in March 2022. A judge sentenced Mendoza to eight to 20 years in prison Monday. Mendoza pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April.
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