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Bryce Harper hits early 2-run homer, Phillies fall to Twins 7-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Things started hot for the Philadelphia Phillies in Minnesota, but the Twins came back after a Bryce Harper two-run homer in the first to win 7-2 Monday night.The Phillies have lost five of their last seven games after the latest loss in Minneapolis. They three-game series against the Twins continues Tuesday and Wednesday.Minnesota starter Bailey 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...
Sixers GM says Maxey is the ‘key to this offseason’ as players lock in on upcoming season
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia 76ers stars Tyrese Maxey and Paul George are fired up for the upcoming season as they look to bring an NBA championship to the 215. The Sixers...
Former Clippers Star Gets Brutally Honest About Team
On the most recent episode of his podcast, new Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George spoke about his five-year stint with the Los Angeles Clippers. George said that playing for the Clippers instead of the Los Angeles Lakers felt like playing for “the B Team.”. George, a California native, originally...
COUNCILMEMBER NICOLAS O’ROURKE ANNOUNCES INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Job Description: Intern, Office of Councilmember O’Rourke. Compensation: $20/hour, up to 20 hours per week. We are also happy to accommodate students seeking internships/externships for course credit. Duration: Minimum 3-month commitment, with flexible scheduling. Location: Hybrid – located in Philadelphia, PA. Interns will be expected to perform both...
Bucks County Officials Share Thoughts, Concerns Related to Expansion of Nearby Airport
Several officials from the country have raised concerns of potential environmental and sound-based pollution from the airport. Yardley Borough and Lower Makefield Township officials have joined the protest against the expansion of Trenton-Mercer Airport over concerns of a negative impact on air, water, and noise quality, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter.
Upcoming Nighttime Roadwork on Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia to Impact Traffic
Attention Philly drivers and night owls: PennDOT has announced that SEPTA will start roadwork on Ridge Avenue, from Main Street to Lincoln Drive, beginning Monday, July 29. Expect work from 8:00 PM to 4:00 AM daily until Friday, August 2. Plan for delays or find an alternative route. Now, for...
On and off rain keep us below 90
Tuesday holds on to clouds , keeping temperatures in the upper 80s. Another round of showers moves in overnight and could linger into Wednesday morning. But the rest of Wednesday and Thursday just has a few showers and a lot of clouds. Temperatures only amount to mid 80s. Its not until the weekend that we […]
City leaders rebuke Philadelphia mass shooting that killed 3, injured 6: 'This was a gun battle'
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker condemned a weekend mass shooting that erupted during an argument at a street gathering and claimed the lives of three people. "It's never okay to put an entire neighborhood at risk like this," said Parker, who held a press conference from where the shooting...
Dermatology Pioneer Anthony Benedetto Sells Drexel Hill Practice
Dr. Anthony Benedetto, the first doctor in Pennsylvania to perform Mohs surgery for skin cancer, has sold his Drexel Hill practice. Dr. Anthony Benedetto, the first doctor in Pennsylvania to perform Mohs surgery to treat different types of skin cancer, has joined his Drexel Hill practice with Berks County-based Dermatology Partners.
Cavan Sullivan: Philadelphia Union sensation leads MLS NEXT All-Star Game comeback
COLUMBUS – Less than one week removed from his record-setting debut, Cavan Sullivan led Team East to a 4-2 victory over Team West in the 2024 MLS NEXT All-Star Game presented by Allstate. The Philadelphia Union midfielder buried a 77th-minute penalty kick, then set up a 90th-minute insurance strike...
Best MLB NRFI/YRFI for July 23: (How to Bet Phillies vs. Twins)
Happy Tuesday to you all! We have a full 15-game MLB schedule today to scour over and find the best spots for our first-inning wagers. And one of those spots is taking place in Minnesota, where the Twins are hosting the Philadelphia Phillies. We will have two NRFI powerhouse pitchers in the first inning when Zack Wheeler and Simeon Woods Richardson start in their respective halves.
Voorhees University approved to offer Doctorate Degree in Education
Voorhees University is excited to announce the launch of its new Doctorate Degree in Education (EdD), offering specialized tracks to tailor the educational journey in PK-12 and Higher Education Leadership. Official approval was recently received from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The Doctor of...
Philadelphia husband, wife helping people in recovery rebuild — with tacos, coffee, yoga
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A husband and wife in long-term recovery are making an impact in Philadelphia with their "Unity" brand, helping people in recovery rebuild their lives.One of their businesses is serving up second chances in Manayunk — and tacos.Rich Schellenberger prepares every taco with gratitude inside Unity Taqueria, also known as Unity Taco, in Manayunk. As the general manager of the restaurant preps each burrito, he can trace back to the days he struggled with substance abuse as a vice president at a top 10 bank in the U.S."I was trading derivatives and doing head strategies," Schellenberger...
Philadelphia is Home to 2 of the Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Stock's Bakery has been a staple in Philadelphia since 1924, and, according to The Keystone, is one of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. Whether you are looking for somewhere to buy delicious cookies or cupcakes, Pennsylvania isn’t short on great bakeries. The Keystone has compiled a list of the...
Suddenly A Bryson Stott-Edmundo Sosa Platoon Makes Sense
Year 3 has been a slog for Bryson Stott. I wrote about it a few weeks back, but he has been no better since I wrote that. His slash line now sits at .235/.323/.346/.699. He was okay against the Dodgers, but then he went hitless against the A’s and Pirates. He is not the only Phillies player to struggle in those 2 series, but he has also struggled all season long so he also does not get the grace other guys who struggle will get.
Takeaways from the Paul George, Philadelphia 76ers Introductory Press Conference
After years of failed experiments in building a long-term, consistent roster around Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers finally managed to take a step in the right direction with the progression of Tyrese Maxey and newly acquired veteran Paul George. Paul George signed with the 76ers on a four-year, $212 million...
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