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Urgent Care Center for Pets Opens First Pennsylvania Location in King of Prussia
King of Prussia is now home to PetMedic, a new urgent care center for pets which is aiming to fill the veterinary void in the area, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PetMedic recently opened its first site in Pennsylvania next to the King of Prussia Mall. The...
Philadelphia sports broadcasting veteran banned from Phillies games for ‘unwanted advance’ on employee
Longtime Philadelphia sports broadcaster Howard Eskin has been banned from Citizens Bank Park for the rest of the season after being accused of making an unwanted advance on an employee in the venue, according to multiple reports. Audacy, which owns the radio station that Eskin, 73, broadcasts on — 94...
Some Undersized Lots in Princeton Offer Great -- But Possibly Painful -- Learning Opportunities
Princeton, NJ – Two recent Planning and Zoning Board decisions involving small lots cast some light on the bigger picture of land use in Princeton. One involved the subdivision of a lot on Jefferson Road to create two slightly undersized (according to zoning requirements) lots. The other was an application to create an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in a house on an undersized (again, according to zoning) on Leigh Avenue. First the application before the Planning Board to subdivide a lot at 479 Jefferson Road, at the corner of Cuyler Road. The Planning Board unanimously approved the...
The Parker Administration is on-track to clean the entire city by the end of summer
Philadelphia, PA – The Parker Administration and city workers are on track to clean every city block this summer. In an update Tuesday, the Office of Clean and Green has cleaned 5,000 blocks and 1,500 lots out of the 18,000 blocks that will be cleaned by the end of Parker’s 13-week initiative. This city-wide cleaning […]
Bensalem Engineers Launch Makefield Putters to Manufacture and Sell Their Revolutionary Golf Putter
Two Bensalem engineers designed a revolutionary golf putter in 2021 and have since started a new company to manufacture and sell their invention, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. After his job was curtailed due to the pandemic, Everett Farr spent most of his spare time at home watching YouTube videos...
Philly homeless advocates fear Supreme Court's ruling encourages 'criminalizing poverty'
The way U.S. cities treat their homeless residents could be powerfully shaped by last week's Supreme Court ruling upholding the right of local governments to enforce bans on sleeping in public places. In the case out of Grants Pass, Oregon, the court's conservative majority found that fining people living in...
Fisherman’s Mark holds inaugural ESL graduation
Fisherman’s Mark recently celebrated the graduation of its inaugural English as a Second Language (ESL) program. The ceremony at Town Hall in Lambertville marked the culmination of two rigorous sessions designed to empower adult learners with essential language skills. Fisherman’s Mark, a nonprofit known for its food pantry, early...
Kannalife Sciences Receives $1.5M Award from Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Treatment
The Michael J. Fox Foundation has awarded a $1.5 million grant to Doylestown-based Kannalife Sciences to treat Parkinson's. The Michael J. Fox Foundation has awarded a $1.5 million grant to Doylestown-based Kannalife Sciences, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This grant will support preclinical research on KLS-13019, a...
Several Eagles are facing uphill battles in their quest for contract extensions
We have now had plenty of time to put an exciting free-agency signing period and the introduction of an outstanding draft class in our rearview mirrors. Training camp and the preseason near. It's time to see if all those offseason additions pay off and if the Philadelphia Eagles are as good on the football field as they appear to be on paper.
Savor Summer: Inside Farmer’s Daughter’s Fresh Seasonal Dishes
Normandy Farm’s restaurant, the farmer's daughter in Blue Bell has launched a new summer menu curated by Executive Chef Mtele Abubakar. Normandy Farm’s restaurant, the farmer’s daughter, located in the heart of Blue Bell, has launched an exciting new summer menu curated by Executive Chef Mtele Abubakar.
Philadelphia Eagles Defensive Line Preview 2024: Carter & Davis Shine, New Talents Emerge
In 2024, the Philadelphia Eagles' defensive line will be led by Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis, stepping up after the retirement of veteran Fletcher Cox. Carter impressed in his rookie season, showcasing his potential dominance, while Davis has been putting in significant offseason work. The team's new Defensive Coordinator, Vic Fangio, brings an element of versatility and creativity to the unit.
Wawa Welcome America: What to know before Philly’s free July 4th concert and fireworks
Philly’s favorite Independence Day tradition is back! The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert and Fireworks returns to the Ben Franklin Parkway on Thursday, marking the grand finale of the 16-day Wawa Welcome America Festival. As the city prepares for the big party, here’s your guide for everything you need to know to make sure […]
Battleship New Jersey to resume tours after returning to Camden waterfront
Tours will resume Wednesday on the Navy's most-decorated battleship.USS New Jersey is back on the Camden waterfront following a 3-month-long renovation.Self-guided tours on the battleship New Jersey run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and guided tours begin at noon.General admission is $10 per person and gets you a great view of the fireworks for the holiday week.
Trea Turner hit two home runs as the Philadelphia Phillies held on to beat the Chicago Cubs 6-4
Trea Turner hit two impressive home runs, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-4 victory over the struggling Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night, despite a tense ninth inning. Playing without Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber due to injuries, the Phillies relied on Turner’s power and a strong outing from Michael Mercado (1-0) in his first MLB start.
Philly Entrepreneurs Are Advocating for Lower Taxes
Philadelphia business owners are making their voices heard in calling for a reduction in taxes. Philadelphia business owners were gathered in droves when Philadelphia’s revived Tax Reform Commission recently held its first public hearing, writes Pat Loeb for KYW Newsradio. The business owners were pushing for various tax cuts.
Trea Turner homers twice as Phillies hold off Cubs for 6-4 win
Trea Turner hit two long home runs, and the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies hung on to beat the struggling Chicago Cubs 6-4 on Tuesday night. The Phillies played without injured sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. They got the pop they needed from Turner and a terrific performance by Michael Mercado (1-0) in his first major league start.
Why Is Roc Nation Helping to Fund Private Schools?
(WIB) – For decades, school choice — the education strategy of using taxpayer money to pay private-school tuition for kids attending failing K-12 public schools — has been a political football for politicians, a boutique issue for billionaire activists, and an enticing option for struggling Black parents, who simply want their children to have a shot at a better life.
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