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Video shows Philadelphia's Graffiti Pier partially collapse into Delaware River
PHILADELPHIA (KDKA) -- A portion of Graffiti Pier in Philadelphia partially collapsed into the Delaware River on Wednesday morning, officials said. A video from a Ring camera shows the former public art space collapsing into the river. The U.S. Coast Guard said it received a report that a 10- to...
Resurfacing work to begin on Main Street in Riverton next week
Repaving work on a section of Main Street in Riverton is scheduled to begin on Monday, Aug. 5. The project will involve pavement milling and overlay work on a 0.4-mile stretch of the road, also known as County Route 603, from Broad Street North (CR 543) to Bank Avenue. The...
Head Over Wheels Circus Presents IT TAKES GUTS At Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Head over Wheels Circus invites you to attend “It Takes Guts” on September 1 at 2:00 PM and September 2 at 7:00 PM at Christ Church Neighborhood House as part of the Cannonball Festival and Philadelphia Fringe Festival. “It Takes Guts” is a 45-minute one-person, one-dog circus show...
Collingdale’s Bulk Foods Delco Latches on to Dubai Chocolate Bar Craze
Bulk Foods Delco in Collingdale is working hard to keep up with demand for this Dubai chocolate bar. A new chocolate bar from Dubai is all the rage on TikTok and it’s putting pressure on one Delaware County company to keep up with demand, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Bright Stars From the 2023-24 Temple Athletics Season
August 1, 2024 – The next in a series for the Big Five athletic teams looking back at the bright, shining stars of the 2023-24 season. We will name a team of the year and student athlete of the year for each school. In addition, we will list an honor roll of teams and student athletes. Team recognition will be noted by a championship, postseason advancement, and / or a significant achievement. To be named as a player one should have a national award or honor, a league accolade, significant achievement, or a team record.
Drexel University Receives Funding from Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant for Job Training for Pennsylvanians with Disabilities
The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) recently announced a new $200,000 investment by the Shapiro Administration in the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program to provide Pennsylvanians with disabilities the skills they need to secure jobs with local manufacturers. The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career (MTTC) grant will help people with disabilities access manufacturing training programs at Drexel University and the Community College of Philadelphia. Upon completion, participants will receive assistance in applying to jobs with local manufacturers, and once hired, will receive support as needed.
MY UNCLE SAM Announced At Cannonball Festival!
All the way from Chicago, Marc Frost of Theater Unspeakable is bringing a true labor of love dedicated to his vaudevillian ancestor and to all those who dreamed before us. This year, My Uncle Sam is coming to Cannonball Festival, an official hub of Philly Fringe. My Uncle Sam which follows the life of a remarkable Russian Jewish immigrant who became an international vaudeville star in the early 1900s and was present at some of the most pivotal parts of the early nineteenth century, opens Wednesday, September 24th at 6:30PM at Maas Building Studio (1320 N 5th St. Philadelphia, PA 19122).
Pistachio and phyllo-filled Dubai chocolate bars are having a moment
MULLICA HILL, N.J. (CBS) -- All over TikTok and Instagram Reels, foodies and influencers are cracking open Dubai chocolate bars.They've become the latest must-have item on social media, a unique chocolate treat filled with pistachio butter creme. One video of the chocolate from MariaHera257, a TikToker based in the United Arab Emirates, has over 70 million views and 4.6 million likes.While its popularity and price make it hard to get, one South Jersey bakery is giving the people what they want.Cake Boutique in Mullica Hill, Gloucester County is whipping up their own version of the sweet and salty treat.Pastry...
"We Here" at the KCT Garden
The excitement was palpable as the flatbed truck arrived at the Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT) Garden lot from Johnson Atelier Digital, carrying the first of artist Roberto Lugo’s 11-foot sculptures on Wednesday, July 24. Members of the We Here Project team, Mural Arts staff, KCT staff, and the We Here Community Advisory Council gathered to witness the moment.
Jenkintown resident elected vice president of the National Association of Realtors
Christopher Beadling of Jenkintown, managing partner and broker of record for Quinn & Wilson Realtors (located in Jenkintown), has been elected to serve as Regional Vice President of the National Association of Realtors for 2025. Beadling will serve as media surrogate, a role through which he will be available for...
Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Violent Carjackings, Resulting in One Death and Severe Injury
A Philadelphia man has been sentenced to a quarter-century behind bars for his role in two violent carjackings that left one food delivery driver dead and another severely injured. John Nusslein, 20, received a 300-month prison term from United States District Court Judge John M. Younge, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero. The sentencing also includes five years of supervised release, $5,300 in restitution, and a $300 special assessment fee.
His name means "hope" — and his donated organs saved 6 lives
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — It's a choice that could one day save a person's life. Today is PA Donor Day, a day that challenges Pennsylvanians — and everyone, for that matter — to consider registering as an organ and tissue donor. One organization based in Philadelphia is trying to make a big difference."When you lose a child, I think that's the worst thing that could ever happen to a person," Cynthia London said. "But you can turn it around."London has made it a mission to turn her personal tragedy into hope for others. Her son Sipho Thembla was killed...
Pizzeria in Gloucester County, NJ forced to close by higher rent
Ken Ford is not used to waking up on a Thursday without needing to head to work. But Wednesday was the final day of business for his pizzeria in Sewell, Papa's Pizza. After serving the Gloucester County community for decades, Ford and his partner were essentially forced out by increasing rent costs that they consider to be unsustainable for their strip-mall location.
Air quality alert for 6 N.J. counties until Thursday night
On Thursday at 3:49 p.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until 11 p.m. for Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and Burlington counties. "The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for Ground Level Ozone, until 11 p.m. this evening," states the National Weather Service.
These NJ towns have shocking levels of lead poisoning
New Jersey says all children should be screened for lead at ages 1 and 2. If they're not, they should receive at least one blood lead test before their 6th birthday. According to a yearly report from the New Jersey Department of Health, 96% of children who were born in New Jersey and turned 6 years old during the state's 2022 fiscal year had at least one blood test for lead during their lifetime.
Wharf walking tour, Beach Boys concert, and more ‘Shore Things’ happening this weekend
Tour Fisherman’s Wharf to learn more about Cape May’s commercial fishing port and where your seafood dinner comes from. Then, don’t miss the Black Eyed Peas in Atlantic City, a silent piano concert on the beach, and The Beach Boys in Ocean City.