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Mister Softee ice cream truck to visit The Birches
The Birches is celebrating National Ice Cream Month with Mister Softee on Friday, July 19, from 3-4:30 p.m. Stop by The Birches, 70 Durham Road in Newtown, to receive a $5 coupon – good for one cone of ice cream and one topping – and enter a raffle to win a gift card to a local ice cream shop.
Rush Thompson Haines II, 81
Rush Thompson Haines, II (aka “Rusty,” aka “Rushie”) – of Ocean City, NJ; of Haverford, PA; and of Anna Maria Island, FL – fought valiantly until he finally left this life on the falling tide and under the full strawberry moon on June 22, 2024. He was 81 years old. He was at his home on the bay in Ocean City with his family all around him, playing R+B hits for him until the end.
3 too-early trade partners that make too much sense for Phillies
The MLB trade deadline is July 30, and the Philadelphia Phillies will be buyers. Injuries have recently tested the club's depth, with Taijuan Walker, Spencer Turnbull, Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper going on the IL. Philadelphia doesn't need to necessarily make a blockbuster deal to improve their club. At full...
When ‘universal’ pre-K really isn’t: Barriers to participating abound
When Tanya Gillespie-Lambert goes to an event in a local park in Camden, New Jersey, she takes a handful of brochures about free preschool with her. She has no hesitation about approaching strangers — moms with kids especially — to plug the service in the local public school district, where she’s director of community and parent involvement.
18 Facts About Anthony Stolarz
Anthony Stolarz stands as a towering figure in the world of ice hockey, not just for his physical presence in the goal but also for his remarkable journey and achievements in the sport. Born on January 20, 1994, in Edison, New Jersey, Stolarz's path to the NHL was fueled by dedication, skill, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. From his early days on local rinks to becoming a key player for the Philadelphia Flyers and beyond, his story is one of perseverance and passion. In this blog post, we'll lace up our skates and glide through 18 intriguing facts about Stolarz's career, his unique playing style, and the milestones that have marked his journey in professional hockey. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just curious about the stars of the sport, these insights will give you a closer look at what makes Anthony Stolarz a standout athlete and an inspiration to many.
Philly Sports Radio Mainstay Eskin Banned From Ballpark.
Veteran Philadelphia sports radio journalist Howard Eskin has been suspended from Citizens Bank Park after allegedly making an unwanted advance, according to a report by the Philadelphia Inquirer. According to a statement from Audacy, the parent company of “Sports Radio 94” WIP-FM Philadelphia, it learned of an unwelcome kiss by...
Conshohocken Woman Who Started As a SEPTA Traffic Checker Now Runs Its Merchandise Store
Al’Lee Floyd, who grew up in Conshohocken, joined SEPTA part-time in 2017 as a traffic checker and now leads the SEPTA Store as its manager and manager of experiential design. Al’Lee Floyd, who grew up in Conshohocken, joined SEPTA part-time in 2017 as a traffic checker, writes Stephanie Farr...
4 Thoughts On Paul George’s Fit With The Sixers
Paul George has agreed to a four-year, $212 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. George shot 45.4 percent on catch-and-shoot threes in 2023-24 According to Cleaning the Glass, he’s ranked in the 90th percentile or better in steal rate 10 times throughout his 14-year career. After months of speculation...
PA Workers Deserve a Living Wage
Business owners, workers and advocates from a diverse range of sectors are uniting in a call to action: raising Pennsylvania’s minimum wage from the stagnant rate of $7.25 per hour to a living wage. The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) and the Restaurant Opportunities Centers United (ROC)...
Pennsylvania Proud Boys member sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania man and member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys organization, was sentenced to prison Tuesday for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby has been sentenced to 100 days in prison, 36 months...
Philly radio host banned from Citizens Bank Park after ‘unwanted advance’ toward employee
A Philadelphia sports talk legend has been banned from Citizens Bank Ballpark following an incident in May with a female Aramark Employee. Howard Eskin, a longtime broadcaster in Philadelphia and the father of former WFAN program director Spike Eskin, made unwanted advances toward the female employee at the Phillies home stadium which prompted an investigation and the decision to ban him from the ballpark, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
3-year-old boy attacked by dog while walking in West Philadelphia: police
PHILADELPHIA - Scary moments in West Philadelphia when a dog attack sent a 3-year-old boy to the hospital Tuesday evening. Witnesses and the boy's mom told police he was walking near his home on 57th Street when a Rottweiler on a porch came after him. The unprovoked attack left the...
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