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Villanova Community Mourns Loss of Michael Gaynor, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission
After a recent cancer diagnosis, Michael Gaynor, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 15. Gaynor was tragically diagnosed with stage 4 urothelial carcinoma in June of 2024 and began hospice treatment on July 30, 2024. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.
Hatfield Officials Break Ground on New Cowpath Road Police Station
As he stood on the site of his department’s future home, Hatfield police Chief Bill Tierney thought back to a phone call that started the ball rolling. "He said, ‘What would you think of building a new police station? And building it on Cowpath Road?’ I said, ‘You’re out of your mind!’ I distinctly remember those words, ‘You’re out of your mind.’ And here we are,” Tierney said.
High school golfer sets course record at Allentown Municipal; breaks mark held jointly by Arnold Palmer and Kyle Wambold
Lydon Patascher can now say he’s better than the late Arnold Palmer – at least at Allentown Municipal Golf Course. The Pleasant Valley senior golfer set a course record by shooting 60 at Allentown Muni on Thursday in a high school match to break the course record of 61 held jointly by Palmer, who shot it in the 1960s, and Kyle Wambold, who shot his 61 in 2017. Patascher finished 12-under par ...
Philadelphia police ID man killed in ‘execution-style’ shooting ambush while riding bike
Police identified the 25-year-old man who was riding a bicycle in South Philadelphia on Wednesday night when three gunmen shot at him at least 40 times, killing him in what police say was an “execution-style” slaying. Shortly after 7 p.m., police responded to reports of a shooting at...
Convicted mobster 1 of 5 arrested in Chickie's and Pete’s brawl: police
PHILADELPHIA - The suspects in a fight that broke out at a Chickie’s and Pete’s nearly two weeks ago have been identified by police. On August 2 at around 5:57 p.m., Philadelphia police arrived at Chickie’s and Pete’s, located on the 1500 block of Packer Avenue in response to a report of a person screaming and a robbery alarm.
2024 high school football preview: Ranking the top three teams in Division I this fall
One week remains until the high school football season begins again. YAIAA teams are in the final stages of prep for the first week of the 2024 campaign. Central York is in position to defend its fifth consecutive Division I title and make another run at the District 3 playoffs. South Western is fresh off one of its best seasons in recent memory. Every other team in the division is looking to upend the standings and take...
Developer Shares Vision for Neshaminy Mall’s New Era
As Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall hits the market amid decreased foot traffic and increased retail vacancies, one developer has a vision. As Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall hits the market amid decreased foot traffic and increased retail vacancies, one developer has a vision on how to boost its popularity, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.
QB Controversy: Five standout players from the Eagles preseason win vs. New England
Nick Sirianni and the Eagles remain undefeated in the preseason following a 14-13 win over the Patriots. After three sluggish quarters, the offense scored 11 points in the final period and converted a two-point attempt to clinch the victory. Several players turned heads in this contest, albeit some for the wrong reasons.
Andrew Painter dethroned as Phillies’ No. 1 prospect in MLB Pipeline update
With the dust settled after the MLB Draft and the trade deadline, MLB Pipeline has finally given us an update of the Philadelphia Phillies Top 30 prospect rankings. There was plenty of movement up and down the rankings, with traded prospects departing and incoming prospects joining the ranks of the organization's best young talent. The biggest eye-opening movement, however, was between two of the Phillies' already-established top prospects.
Patriots QB Joe Milton III destroys Eagles safety Tristin McCollum
New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III is trying to impress in training camp. The former Tennessee start definitely left an impression on Philadelphia Eagles safety Tristin McCollum in their game on Thursday at Gillette Stadium. Milton felt pressure in the pocket and took off up the middle. The 6-foot-5,...
State Farm Says It’s Not Responsible To Cover Vehicle Driven By Radio Host.
Something to think about before signing on to drive a vehicle provided by a radio station client. Personal insurance may not cover any damage, losses, or lawsuits incurred as a result of an auto accident. State Farm has asked a New Jersey Federal Court to rule that the insurer is...
New ballistics lab a 'game changer' for solving gun crimes, DA says
BERN TOWNSHIP, Pa. - It may look like an unassuming container from the outside, but inside it's a game changer for forensic firearms experts in Berks County. "This is the shooting room that is reinforced and sound proofed," said Jessica Kennedy, the main firearms examiner for the Berks County District Attorney's forensic services laboratory.
Physical Therapy students provide pro-bono services to 25 Berks County residents
Berks County Resident Barbara Flowers receives wellness screen conducted by Doctor of Physical Therapy candidate Collin Barndt. Community patient volunteers receive comprehensive wellness screenings. Third-year Alvernia University Doctor of Physical Therapy candidates provided pro-bono services to 25 Berks County community volunteers during the second annual American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)...
Last Lick! Final Pottstown Ice Cream Run Set for Aug. 27
POTTSTOWN PA – Limber up, runners! August 27 (2024; Tuesday) represents the last chance this year to participate in the “Tuesdays in the Park Ice Cream Run,” hosted by the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department. The popular training event is available as a ticketed 5-K race for...
Marjorie Taylor Greene to host Pennsylvania GOP ‘election integrity’ poll watcher recruitment event
On Sept. 3, Greene is scheduled to be the keynote speaker for the Washington County Republican Party’s Fall dinner. “We will be asking her to speak her mind, totally unfiltered,” the Washington County Republican Party wrote on Facebook promoting the fundraiser.
2024 HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the tight ends
Aug. 16—TribLive HSSN will break down the top players at one position per day until Week Zero. Here is a look at the top tight ends for the 2024 season. 1. Brady O'Hara North Catholic Senior, 6-6, 250 O'Hara took a pass 75 yards for a touchdown in North Catholic's season opener a year ago. Three weeks later, he did it again, scoring another 75-yard touchdown. The Penn State commit is built ...
Scott named associate director of Institute of Energy and the Environment
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Christopher Scott has been named an associate director of the Institute of Energy and the Environment (IEE) at Penn State. Scott is a professor in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management and the Maurice K. Goddard Chair of Forestry and Environmental Conservation with more than three decades’ experience in international and domestic water, food and energy policy.
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