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Longtime Philly Reporter Banned By Phillies, 76ers After 'Unwanted Advances'
For many years Howard Eskin has been the brash voice of Philadelphia sports radio and he's been no stranger to controversy. But a recent incident may have resulted in his being banned from several of the city's biggest sports teams. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer via Athlon Sports, ...
Sixers bar Howard Eskin from training facility after his unwanted advance at Phillies game
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Sixers have joined the Phillies in barring Howard Eskin from their facilities after the longtime Philadelphia sports broadcaster and radio personality allegedly made an unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park.A 76ers spokesperson said Wednesday the team doesn't intend to allow Eskin into its training complex in Camden, New Jersey, "until further notice" and has requested Wells Fargo Center not to let Eskin in for team activities for the foreseeable future.The Sixers are a tenant of Wells Fargo Center, with their lease expiring in 2031. The team hopes to build a new arena in Philadelphia's...
A.J. Brown sticks up for new Eagles teammate Saquon Barkley: Was he referring to 'Hard Knocks'?
The focus of the first episode of the "Hard Knocks" was on the New York Giants' decision to retain Saquon Barkley. The Giants front office debated on whether they were in a position to retain Barkley or move on from the former No. 2 overall pick. At the end of...
Video shows dozens of gunshots being fired at Chinese takeout restaurant as patrons run for cover
Philadelphia police have released video showing gunmen firing dozens of shots at a Chinese takeout restaurant while patrons, including a child, were inside.The shootout happened at 27th and Dickinson streets at 10:30 p.m. on Monday. Five people were wounded.One angle shows two suspects running right up to the restaurant and immediately opening fire. The video shows multiple muzzle flashes as round after round is fired.Another angle shows people inside the restaurant scrambling to find cover. Philadelphia police have said they believe someone returned fire from inside the restaurant.A black, late-model Jeep Grand Cherokee is then driven up to the...
Pizza Twist set to open first Bucks location in Bensalem
Pizza Twist is opening its first Bucks County location at Centre Plaza in Bensalem. Offering a unique “twist” on the typical pizza menu, Pizza Twist serves up a variety of international flavors, with a focus on “Indian fusion” pizza. The menu includes pizza and wings, pasta dishes and salads. Gluten-free, halal, vegan and vegetarian options are available. Pizza Twist currently has more than 80 North American locations.
3-Year-Old Boy Stable After Dog Bite Incident in West Philadelphia, Dog in Animal Control Custody
A 3-year-old boy was injured yesterday evening after being bitten by a dog in West Philadelphia, according to local authorities. The child was leaving a corner store on the unit block of North 57th Street shortly before 6 p.m. when the incident occurred. 6abc reports that multiple 911 calls were made about a dog attacking a child.
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On April 25, Bensalem Police received a cybertip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The tip referenced a Google account that had uploaded and saved numerous videos depicting child pornography, including prepubescent boys and girls engaging in sexual acts with each other. Detectives began an investigation and...
Trevose Horticultural Society meeting
“Tiny Forests” is the featured presentation at the monthly meeting of the Trevose Horticultural Society on Tuesday, July 16, at 7 p.m. at the Bensalem Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road, Bensalem. Jim Walter, a long-term Bucks County Master Watershed Steward and Master Gardener, will explain a tiny forest, a...
Penn Community Bank holds Day of Service
Penn Community Bank hosted its third annual Day of Service on June 5. The organization-wide event partnered bank team members with 12 nonprofit organizations from Philadelphia to the Lehigh Valley to donate over 1,000 hours of volunteer service and $100,000 in charitable contributions. “Penn Community Bank’s Day of Service reaffirms...
Reedman Toll Subaru donates $16K to Women’s Animal Center
Women’s Animal Center recently hosted a visit for its longtime corporate partner Reedman Toll Subaru of Langhorne. Marc Sosky, sales manager, presented a $16,186 charitable contribution, the proceeds raised during the annual Subaru Share the Love event. Subaru donated $300 for every pre-owned and new Subaru vehicle sold during the holiday season to Women’s Animal Center.
Dave Spadaro to speak at Chamber keynote event
The next keynote program of the Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce takes place on Thursday, July 11, at Sentient Workspace, 1000 Northbrook Drive, Suite 100, Feasterville-Trevose. Networking and breakout is from 8:30 to 9 a.m., and the program is from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Dave Spadaro, Philadelphia Eagles insider,...
Bensalem employees recognized for milestones
The Bensalem Township board of school directors recently recognized district employees with 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 45 years of service. Superintendent Dr. Sam Lee thanked these employees for their many years of dedicated service to students and the district during the June 25 school board meeting. Certificates of recognition acknowledging the employees’ contributions will be presented at a later date.
Hulmeville SC Demons fundraising for Kansas trip to National Championship
The Hulmeville SC Demons, a local boys soccer team, recently won the 2024 Eastern Pennsylvania Presidents Cup and clinched the Eastern Regional Presidents Cup. This victory secured the team’s spot in the National Presidents Cup Championship in Wichita, Kansas, from July 11-16. The team is currently seeking sponsors to...
NAC Have a Heart Foundation donates $10,000 to Fuel the Force
The NAC (Newtown Athletic Club) Have a Heart Foundation recently donated $10,000 to Fuel the Force, a nonprofit organization that offers a free lunch program and special events for Bucks County police officers. This unique mission was established by local community member Christina Nelson in 2022 to shine a light...
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