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Ex-bookkeeper at Bridgeport business admits to embezzling more than $100,000, will face accusations of more
NORRISTOWN — The former bookkeeper and vice president of finance and human resources for a Bridgeport office furniture supply business admitted to stealing more than $102,000 from her employer to support what prosecutors alleged was a “lavish lifestyle” including trips and attending concerts and sporting events. Linda...
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...
Latest On Eagles HC Nick Sirianni
The 43-year-old guided Philadelphia to a 14-3 record and a trip to the Super Bowl in 2022. For that reason, it came as something of a surprise his job security was a talking point at times this offseason despite the poor end to the ’23 campaign. Sirianni was retained, but major changes on his staff were deemed necessary for him to remain in place for a fourth season.
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.
New Firefighters and Engines. Unions Credit Director, Who Runs Trenton (NJ) FD Like a $30M Business.
Kenneth Douglas’ first six months on the job as Trenton’s fire director were, in a word, bumpy. He arrived in the late summer of 2021 and firefighters were leery of another outsider being named to the post. He’d served as a firefighter in Newark and director in Orange.
This Week in Cruise: New Homeport for NCL, Sun Princess Issues
In major news this past week, Norwegian Cruise Line announced that Norwegian Jewel will sail from the Port of Philadelphia in 2026. No other major cruise line currently home ports at Philadelphia, and it's expected that this port will attract many drive market guests from the Middle Atlantic states. From April 16, 2026, to October 17, 2026, the ship will sail seven- to nine-day cruises to Bermuda from Philadelphia’s SouthPort Marine Terminal Complex.
Pennsylvania Conference for Women returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center
About the Pennsylvania Conference for WomenThe Pennsylvania Conference for Women is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that holds an annual Conference to advance women and allies' professional and personal development. More information | FAQTickets also give attendees access to the all-day virtual National Conference for Women, taking place on March 5, 2025 during Women's History Month. This event will bring together tens of thousands of women from the Commonwealth and our sister conferences in Texas, Massachusetts, and California.Speakers include:Robin Arzón: VP of Fitness Programming & Head Instructor at Peloton, 2x NYT Best-Selling Author, GMA Correspondent & Founder, Swagger SocietyDiana Nyad: World Champion Athlete and AuthorSheryl Lee Ralph: Emmy Award-Winning Actor, Producer & Best-Selling AuthorMartha Stewart: Keynote Speaker | Founder, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, best-selling Author and Emmy Award-wining HostThis year's Conference will once again be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on November 7, 2024.Tickets will go on sale at 12:00 p.m. Eastern on May 8th.Registration opens Wednesday, May 8, at 12:00 p.m.
NJ retail theft problem: Suburb busts 38 in just 2 days
CHERRY HILL — A two-day sting operation at retail stores in this Philadelphia suburb led to dozens of arrests. With the help of surveillance tools and undercover officers, cops busted 38 suspects and recovered tens of thousands of dollars worth of stolen merchandise, which police said left business owners “ecstatic.”
Vitable Secures $16M To Provide Primary Care to Small Employers
Vitable’s $16 million Series A funding round was led by Cherryrock Capital and included participation from newark venture partners, Citi Impact Fund, First Round Capital, Commerce Ventures and Y Combinator. In total, Vitable has raised more than $25 million. Direct primary care company Vitable has raised $16 million in...
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...
Philadelphia Union's Dániel Gazdag named Player of the Matchday
Philadelphia Union star Dániel Gazdag netted his third career MLS hat trick to earn MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra honors for Matchday 28. The Hungarian international guided his team to a resounding 3-0 victory over Nashville SC on Saturday night. The midfielder opened the scoring in the 10th minute before notching a brace in the 39th minute and completing his hat trick one minute before added time to ensure back-to-back wins for Philadelphia.
Cavan Sullivan: Philadelphia Union phenom savors "special" academy days
COLUMBUS – The MLS NEXT All-Star Game presented by Allstate is meant as a sneak preview of sorts, a chance to glimpse some of MLS’s top academy prospects on their climb towards a professional career and, perhaps, eventual stardom. The biggest name at this year’s edition is running...
McMenamin, Connor return to Royals
Reading, Pa. - The Reading Royals, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Philadelphia Flyers and American Hockey League's Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced that forward Connor McMenamin and defenseman Powell Connor have re-signed with the club for the 2024-25 season. McMenamin signed a contract with the Royals to begin his...
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...
Philadelphia Phillies probable pitchers & starting lineups vs Twins, July 22
The Philadelphia Phillies (63-36) will try to bounce back from a disappointing weekend in Pittsburgh when they visit the Minnesota Twins (54-44) on Monday to open a three-game series at Target Field. The Phillies stumbled out of the All-Star break, dropping two of three to the Pirates. It was especially...
1-Year-Old Girl Killed, Two Injured in North Philadelphia Car Crash; Driver Questioned, No Charges Yet
A tragic incident unfolded in the Feltonville section of North Philadelphia on Saturday night, leaving a 1-year-old girl dead and two others injured after a vehicular collision. NBC Philadelphia reports that the accident occurred as a 31-year-old woman was pushing a stroller with her 22-month-old daughter inside, and was accompanied by a 13-year-old, when a blue Dodge Ram 1500 struck them.
NFL insider believes Bill Belichick wants one HC job 'in the worst way'
It may have been the initial shock factor that led to nobody scooping up Bill Belichick last offseason cycle. The only team that seemed to have a sliver of interest in the former New England Patriots head coach were the Atlanta Falcons. The Dirty Birds ended up going with a former assistant of theirs in the organization in Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. Belichick was left out.
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