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Black Vanity Announces Inaugural “Black Vanity Culture Fest” Celebrating Local Black Artists and Community Empowerment
Black Vanity, the pioneering Black woman-owned self-care brand, proudly announces its inaugural “Black Vanity Culture Fest”, set to take place on August 24, 2024 at Artworks Trenton in Trenton, New Jersey. This one-day festival is designed to celebrate and elevate the creativity of local Black artists while fostering cultural empowerment and community healing.
Trenton Thunder and NJM Insurance Group’s ‘Safe at Home’ Initiative Supports The Father Center of New Jersey
As this year’s Safe at Home Program nonprofit awardee, The Father Center of New Jersey will receive a donation from NJM Insurance Group (NJM) based on the total number of runs the Thunder score at all home games throughout the season. As of July 7, 2024, the Thunder have...
New Hope Borough Hall Getting Roof Refresh
The council approved roof work. New Hope Borough Hall will be getting fresh roofing. A roofing restoration project at the borough building was unanimously approved by New Hope Borough Council at a recent council meeting. The roofing project will entail removing and disposing 5,600 square feet of asphalt and shingles...
‘It is not alright with us’: City leaders decry violence after West Philly mass shooting leaves 3 dead, 6 injured
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia city leaders gathered on Monday morning at the site of a mass shooting in West Philly, condemning the gun violence that led to the killing of three people and the injuries of six others.
Workers in Center City Starbucks location vote successfully to unionize
Workers at another Starbucks location in Philadelphia voted this week to unionize, this time at 16th and Walnut Streets in Center City. The 9-to-4 vote to push for unionization has the coffee shop become the 13th Starbucks in Philly and the 34th in Pennsylvania to win a union election. Workers say they are organizing for "core issues like respect, living wages, racial and gender equity and fair scheduling," according to a statement.
Attention Dog Owners: Manayunk’s Dog Day of Summer is Back With Vendors, Photo booth, Yappy Hours, & More
If you’ve been waiting on an event to take your pup to then be sure to mark your calendar because on Saturday August 17th Manayunk will host its annual Dog Day of Summer from 11 am to 4 pm. Dog Day of Summer will primarily take place along Main Street between Green St. and Shurs Lane, with activities along the sidewalks and activated parking lots.
Three Philadelphia Nurses Recognized in this Year’s Celebrate Caring Campaign
Three outstanding nurses from Philadelphia have been recognized in this year’s Celebrate Caring Campaign by Independence Blue Cross. These nurses were nominated by patients, family members, and colleagues for their exceptional dedication and excellence in the nursing field. Daily Nurse proudly acknowledges the outstanding work of Allison Denman, Jasmine...
Philadelphia Rallies Support with Resources to Combat Food and Housing Insecurity
In the City of Brotherly Love, the fight against food and housing insecurity persists as an enduring quest for dignity. Recent information from the Philadelphia government underscores the magnitude of the challenge and a slew of resources available to those in need. Those seeking shelter amidst economic strife have places...
The long struggle to reduce traffic fatalities in Philly
Why do pedestrians and cyclists keep dying in traffic accidents in Philadelphia?. The death of a bicyclist killed by an out-of-control driver on Spruce Street last week, and the deaths of a pedestrian and a toddler in a stroller in North Philly, have led to renewed calls for more robust traffic safety measures, such as the installation of concrete barriers along bike lanes.
Packers vs. Eagles Week 1 tickets in Brazil: Cheapest price, total cost, Arena Corinthians seat map
The Packers and Eagles face off in the NFL's first ever game in São Paulo, Brazil. Here's what to know about the matchup at Arena Corinthians and how to get tickets to the historic event during Week 1 of the 2024 season.
Woman Charged in Connection with Shooting of Infant in Philadelphia's Holmesburg Area
A woman has been arrested and charged in connection to the shooting of a 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. The shooting, which occurred around 5:51 p.m. last Thursday on the 4000 block of Meridian Street, resulted in a swift response from law enforcement. According to 6abc, the suspect was taken into custody the following night and is currently awaiting formal charges.
Bear Sighting Caught On Video In Robbinsville Township, NJ
Summer is officially in full swing and we have seen quite a few bear sightings in Mercer County, New Jersey this year so far! We got word that there has been yet another black bear sighting in Robbinsville Township within the last few days. During this time of year, we...
Woman opens fire on parents and baby in a stroller over $100 drug debt
A woman accused of opening fire on an infant in a stroller and his parents over a suspected drug debt was heard shouting “f*** your baby” during the attack, according to authorities. Suspect Dominique Billups, 28, was arrested on Friday, one day after the shooting which unfolded at...
Twins top Phillies 7-2, after Ober rebounds from Harper's early 2-run homer to finish 7 innings
Minnesota starter Bailey Ober rebounded from Bryce Harper's two-run homer for Philadelphia in the first to settle in for seven innings, and the Twins beat the Phillies 7-2 on Monday night. Ober (9-5) threw only 83 pitches and retired 17 of his last 18 batters, getting a double-play grounder to erase the lone baserunner in that stretch. The 6-foot-9 right-hander gave up four hits and one walk and improved to 4-1 with a 2.23 ERA in his last six starts.Cole Sands finished with two scoreless innings for the Twins, who held the Phillies to one hit in their last 27...
Eagles' Nick Sirianni discusses relationship with Jalen Hurts after bombshell story
A bombshell report from last week detailed how the relationship between Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts allegedly "is still a work in progress" after "there was some disconnect between them due to their personalities" amid the club's collapse last season.Sirianni addressed that topic while speaking with reporters at training camp on Wednesday."Jalen and I’s relationship is good," Sirianni said, as shared by Chris Franklin of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com. "You just can’t judge it based on what your personal interactions are. When you hear a report like that, you don’t put much stock into...
Joel Embiid facing backlash for petty comments on Jayson Tatum
Joel Embiid is facing the ire of the NBA world for his recent comments on Jayson Tatum and the Celtics. During an episode of the "Check Ball Show" this week, the former NBA MVP appeared alongside his skills coach, Drew Hanlen, who provided insight into Embiid's mindset outside the court. Hanlen revealed that the Sixers star has voiced the belief that he would be winning championships if he had a super-team like the Celtics. "I tell him the same thing," Embiid admitted. "If I go for 5-for-20 from the field, we get blown out."Embiid was referring to Tatum, who had several poor...
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