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6 PA Cities Are Considered The Dirtiest In The Country
It's no secret that cities are not usually extremely clean. It's really hard to keep areas extremely clean when they're extremely overly populated plus the heart for hustle and bustle. Anytime you visit a major city, you probably aren't shocked to see gum smashed into the concrete, garbage blowing in...
Fourth Of July Fireworks Lead To Multiple Montgomery County Fires
First responders were busy on July 4 as they responded to multiple fires that were reported across the county overnight. According to a Montgomery County Fire and EMS spokesperson, at around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday, crews were called to the 14400 block of Brad Drive in Apsen Hill, when aerial fireworks sparked a fire that spread from an attached carport and spread to the residence.
Montgomery County Dining Scene Is Set to Welcome Two Culinary Newcomers
The ever-shifting array of the Montgomery County dining scene will see some new arrivals over the next handful of months, as reported by Michael Klein in The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the Jewish deli category, for example, Montgomeryville is getting its own edition of The Kibitz Room. A long-established Cherry Hill...
Four Unmistakable Signs You’re From Delaware County
If you know Glen Mills Station, that's one of the many signs you're from Delaware County. What makes someone embody the Delco spirit? Ryan Dickinson on the Shore News Network knows the telltale signs you’re from Delaware County. Wawa is a staple across the Philly burbs, but if you...
South Jersey nonprofit 'Paws Healing Heroes' pairs service dogs with veterans in need
As a military veteran, Mark Eberle knew far too well the struggles of returning to civilian life.Once seeing how service dogs made the difference for fellow veterans, his mission became Paws Healing Heroes.This South Jersey nonprofit pairs dogs with those who served, so no veteran's needs are forgotten."Our goal is to rescue dogs from shelters and foster programs and train them for disabled veterans like myself," said Co-Founder and President of Paws Healing Heroes, Mark Eberly.Their training of the animals occurs at Alpha & Omega Working Dogs."It heals me along the process. You know, I had my own trauma, but the sense of joy and accomplishment, it's just a really amazing feeling when it's all said and done," said Eberly.For more information, check out the video above.Also, check out their website.
Parker launches interfaith roundtable: 'We can’t do all of this by ourselves, so you all have to help us'
Mayor Cherelle Parker likes to get big groups of people together. An interfaith roundtable, launched last week, is the third roundtable she has convened — following a business roundtable and an inter-governmental roundtable.
Biden says "we must unite America again" in speech at Philadelphia church
PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) -- President Biden said Sunday that his goal is to "unite America again" during a speech at Mt. Airy Church of God in Christ in Northwest Philadelphia.Mr. Biden's remarks came during the first of two stops of the day in Pennsylvania, a critical swing state. After speaking in Philadelphia, the president and First Lady Jill Biden are headed to Harrisburg for an event at a local union hall."I've been doing this a long time, and I honest to God have never been more optimistic about America's future... if we stick together," the president said to the nearly 300 congregants...
Harrah’s Philadelphia Summer Music Series Features DJ Red Alert
Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and Racetrack is thrilled to announce the next Summer Music Series event with an explosive performance by hip hop pioneer DJ Red Alert. This can’t-miss event will take place on July 13th at Harrah’s Backyard venue hall, a prime location within Harrah’s Philadelphia known for its vibrant atmosphere and great views.
Deer cull on the July 11th agenda for the Whitemarsh Township Board of Supervisors
On the July 11th agenda (view) for the Whitemarsh Township Board of Supervisors is a proposal from Delaware Valley Wildlife Management to perform a controlled “deer cull” on township open space along Manor Road in the Miquon neighborhood. The organization would provide screened hunters to conduct the cull to control the local population of deer. The proposal is found on page 103 of the agenda.
Italian family celebrates 50 years of formal wear in Montgomery County
Caterina Laguda and her late husband, Tony, immigrated to the United States from Italy with a dream.Tony was a masterful tailor, and together, they opened 'Tony Laguda Formal Wear,' which is celebrating its 50th anniversary today.Caterina and her sons continue to operate the business, serving the Montgomery County community for weddings, proms, and more.The family invited friends, customers, and other local business owners to celebrate in their store today with coffee, cake, and traditional Italian desserts.To learn more about Tony Laguda Formal Wear, watch the video above and visit their Facebook page.RELATED: Dozens become U.S. citizens aboard Battleship New Jersey during special ceremony
As sea levels rise, Philly and Camden are at risk of being inundated with raw sewage, study finds
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. As climate change continues to ramp up wet weather events, cities like Philadelphia, Camden, and New York will increasingly face a messy problem — the eruption of raw sewage into people’s basements and in the streets.
Philadelphia area residents return home from Jamaica after Hurricane Beryl
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Some Philadelphia area residents are returning home from Jamaica for the first time since Hurricane Beryl hit the Caribbean island on Wednesday. Makeda Redmond says she was staying at a resort in Negril when the Category 4 storm hit. It also happened to be on her birthday."It was terrifying," Redmond said. "On top of family from here sending me pictures because they were worried about me but I was scared too."But Redmond says she was fortunate to be an area that was spared from experiencing significant damage.The same can't be said for other parts of the country....
Keeping cool in heat, Norristown center opens doors with help for vulnerable
NORRISTOWN, Pa. - Montgomery County officials issued a Code Red weather emergency due to an oppressive air mass with a heat index reaching over 100 degrees and residents are looking to stay cool. Playing in a Norristown public park, one family was happy to find a way to cool off...
Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List recently published by Forbes, including one, Jeff Yass (inset), CEO of Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd, who broke the top 100. Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires...
Prosecutors seeking up to 14 years for Johnny Doc in next week's bribery, embezzlement sentencing
In a Friday court filing, lawyers said Dougherty abused his position as the Business Manager of IBEW Local 98 to steal from the union and bribe former Philadelphia City Councilmember Bobby Henon.
Outback Steakhouse planning new smaller restaurant in Conshohocken
During a July 2nd meeting of the Plymouth Township Planning Commission, the commissioners voted unanimously to recommend that the land development plan for a rebuild of the Outback Steakhouse located at 322 Ridge Pike in Conshohocken (Plymouth Township). The land development plan will now go to the township’s council for approval.
Don’t be fooled by these common flood insurance myths in the Philly region
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. The Philadelphia region is vulnerable to flooding, whether it’s from storm surge along the Jersey...
If You Searched for the Best Suburb in Pennsylvania, Where Would It Be? Hint: It’s in Delaware County
If you could pick any suburb in Pennsylvania to live in, where would you move to? Would you stay right here in Delaware County?. According to 247wallst.com, the best suburb in Pennsylvania is actually in Delaware County’s own back yard. The publication named Swarthmore Borough, population 6,304, as the...
Towamencin Votes to Draft Backyard Chicken Ordinance
Something fowl is happening in Towamencin. According to The Reporter, township supervisors directed the planning commission to draft an ordinance to allow backyard chickens on about a dozen residential properties. Supervisors Chairman Chuck Wilson said discussions have been going back and forth from the commission and supervisors since about 2017,...
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