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Philly teams unite to hold epic Philadelphia Girls Sports initiative
From basketball to hockey, the six major sports teams in the area including the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies allowed girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills.
Researchers test water pipes for lead in Wrightsville, York County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Pa. — Researchers from Drexel University tested water pipes in Wrightsville, York County. This is part of a research project to find faster, less intrusive ways of determining whether a pipe is made of lead rather than digging it up. News 8 was with the crew as they...
Ex-Philly officer Edsual Mendoza gets at least 8 years in killing of 12-year-old Thomas ‘T.J.’ Sidiero
A fired Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison. Edsaul Mendoza, a five-year veteran of the force who was fired a week after the shooting in 2022, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas “T.J.” Siderio.
Inter Arma Have a Handful of East Coast Shows Lined Up
Months after the release of their latest album New Heaven, Inter Arma‘s got some live dates coming up that you should absolutely go to if you’re able to get out to the east coast. For five days this coming September, the insanely heavy blackened post-metal outfit will be...
The Burpee Open Will Showcase the Gardening Giant’s Doylestown Home This Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A local farm that’s home to the gardening giant Burpee will open its doors to give the public a rare peek at its gardens and estate this weekend. Fordhook Farm, which is located at105 New Britain Rd. (across from the side entrance to Delaware Valley University), is home to Burpee’s product testing operations. Because the gates to the farm are open to the public only one day a year, the event offers a rare chance to see the test gardens of one of the biggest gardening companies in the United States.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
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.
Fundraiser for LEV27 set for July 24-25
The Chiropractic and Injury Center of Langhorne is hosting its Christmas in July Patient Appreciation Days and Fundraiser on July 24 and 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 320 Middletown Boulevard, Suite 303, Langhorne. On July 24, all existing patients will receive a free adjustment. On July 25,...
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...
Habitat for Humanity welcomes new board members
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County announced the addition of four prominent leaders to its board of directors, effective July 1. The new board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing Habitat Bucks’ mission of “Building Communities, Empowering Families” through attainable housing. The newly-elected...
New Bensalem career firefighter sworn in
Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo, director of public safety Bill McVey and Fire Chief Mark Antozzeski recently welcomed Chris Bacanskas to the Bensalem Fire Rescue team. Bacanskas graduated from Philadelphia Academy Charter School and attended Community College of Philadelphia and Holy Family University. He served eight years as a volunteer...
Parx executive to join Family Service board
Family Service Association of Bucks County announced that Patricia Rooney, PHR, is joining the agency’s board of directors. A successful human resources professional, she brings vast field experience, particularly in the areas of organizational development, global management and policies/procedures, among many others. Since 2012, Rooney has served as director...
Blazers get hot down the stretch, win 3 in a row as team clinches play-in berth
Entering the final weekend of the East Coast Collegiate Baseball League regular season, the Quakertown Blazers needed to win four of their final six games. Playing 43 innings from a first pitch at 7 p.m. Friday night to a 4 p.m. first pitch Monday, it wasn’t going to be easy to accomplish this.
Rocking fundraiser to combat food insecurity
The Blue Bar, 119 York Road, Warminster, is rocking against hunger at a special fundraiser for the Warminster Food Bank on July 27, from 3 p.m. to midnight. The fundraiser will be an indoor/outdoor event with performances from seven local bands. The outdoor portion takes place from 3 to 6...
NOVA honors and celebrates volunteers
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, recently held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Guiseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant in Warminster. More than 70 volunteers, board and staff members attended the dinner. The event is an opportunity to honor the volunteers who help NOVA in its...
St. Mary Medical Center recognized with advertising award
St. Mary Medical Center announced that it has received a bronze-level 2024 Digital Health Award for outstanding work in the category of Web-based Digital Health, recognizing the campaign landing page at trinityhealthma.org/bariatrics-st-mary, which promotes the St. Mary bariatrics program. “We are honored to receive a Digital Health Advertising Award for...
Trevose Horticultural Society hosting bee-themed Bingo
The Trevose Horticultural Society is celebrating its 101st year with a night of Bingo on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Bensalem Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road, Bensalem. There will be a variety of uniquely-themed “bee” prizes reflecting this year’s annual flower show “Bee Inspired.” A donation of...
Family Service Association’s Marlene Piasecki retires after 23 years
Donning a well-earned crown and sash, Marlene Piasecki, MSW, was recently celebrated by her Family Service Association of Bucks County colleagues during a retirement party, which comes after an impressive 23 years with the organization. “I loved my time at the agency,” she said. “And it was just a nice...
Daryl’s Pastries of Glenside temporarily closed until August 8
Daryl’s Pastries in Glenside announced that the bakery will be temporarily closed until Thursday, August 8 at 7:00am. Owner Steve Weiner said in a post that he will be taking a vacation. For more on Daryl’s Pastries, located at 102 N Keswick Avenue, you can visit their Facebook page....
Glenside Farmer’s Market: Saturday’s vendor lineup
1 West Glenside Avenue will feature the following vendors on Saturday:. Bernies Fire and Stone (Bread and Tea Mixes) Organizers would like to encourage visitors to bring their own bags:. The market runs each Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm. For updates and last-minute arrivals, you can check out the market’s...
Penn hosts College Horizons preparatory program to support Native American high school students
The College Horizons Program, which looks to empower Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian high schoolers to pursue higher education through culturally relevant college advising programs, took place on Penn's campus last month. Nearly 100 students from 19 states representing 33 Tribal Nations, Alaska Native Villages, and Hawaiian islands...
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