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South Philadelphia singer unearths and records Frank Sinatra's "lost" arrangements
PENNSAUKEN, N.J. (CBS) — A singer from South Philadelphia is paying homage to Frank Sinatra by breathing new life into some big band arrangements Sinatra performed live with the Count Basie Orchestra in the 1960s.While perusing the Library of Congress, Brandon Tomasello discovered original scores arranged by the late Billy Byers that Sinatra never recorded. Now, with permission from Byers' estate, Tomasello is recording an album that will be titled "Brandon Tomasello: The Lost Sinatra - Basie Arrangements with The City Rhythm Orchestra." The recording sessions are taking place at SoundPlex Studios in Pennsauken, New Jersey, and will mark the first...
Sisters of St. Francis who formerly served Elkins Park honored as Diamond Jubilarians by Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Sisters Damian Marie Jackson (above left) and Virginia Spiegel (above right), a former retreat director at the Dominican Retreat House in Elkins Park and a former Director of Finance for the Dominican Sisters in Elkins Park, respectively, were honored as Diamond Jubilarians by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for their 70th years of religious life, Catholic Philly reported.
Philadelphia animal shelter paying people to foster dogs, cats to help with overcrowding
It's a challenge that usually comes with the summer season: overcrowding at animal shelters.But shelters say this year is even worse."Last year in May and June we took in 60 dogs under seven months old. This year we took in 125," said Sarah Barnett, the executive director of ACCT Philly.The shelter in Hunting Park is now doing something it's never done before: paying people to foster animals."We're asking people to just open their homes for a month," said Barnett." Every adult cat you foster you get $100, or like a cage of kittens, if you do it for a month,...
Professional Pharmacy in Pottstown pays $150,000 settlement to resolve allegations of improper dispensing of drugs
PHILADELPHIA — A Pottstown pharmacy has paid a $150,000 settlement to resolve federal civil allegations that it improperly dispensed opioids and other controlled substances to individuals, and submitted claims to Medicare and Medicaid for those illegally dispensed controlled substances. U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced the settlement made by...
Eagles Player Drops Hint About Jason Kelce's Potential Return to Team
Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson hinted Wednesday afternoon that longtime center and NFL legend Jason Kelce might make a return to the Eagles. Johnson shared insights on the "Up and Adams Show" hosted by Kay Adams, revealing that Kelce has been a frequent presence at the ...
New Hope Wine Bar Earns Award of Excellence
Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of wines. Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of Spanish, French, and Italian wines, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.
NFL world reacts to terrible New York Giants news
Losing a fan-favorite player like Saquon Barkley is never easy, but it’s even more difficult to lose him to a division rival. And New York Giants team owner John Mara was clearly feeling that pain when Barkley signed with the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason. During the most recent episode...
Penn State Trustee Sues University for Keeping Critical Financial Records from Him
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for our north-central Pa. newsletter, Talk of the Town, at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. BELLEFONTE — A Penn State trustee is suing the board for allegedly withholding information about how the university manages its $4.6 billion endowment, which provides financial stability for the institution and includes donations intended to benefit Penn State and its students. The lawsuit was filed days before the trustees’ July meeting in Altoona and comes as Penn State plans steep budget cuts and pays some employees to leave. It is...
Phillies Face Interesting Decision Regarding Backup Catcher
The Philadelphia Phillies will have an interesting decision to make in terms of their backup catcher. With J.T. Realmuto expected to return from the injured list soon, the team will have to choose between two options. Both Garrett Stubbs and Rafael Marchán have compelling cases to be the Phillies’ backup catcher going forward. In this case, minor league options are not a factor because both Stubbs and Marchán are in their last option year. Neither player has more than five years of major league service time, meaning an option being rejected by a player is not a factor.
CMMC 'mutually' parts ways with lead oncologist
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has "mutually" agreed to part ways with its lead oncologist, Dr. Ibrahim Sbeitan, according to a hospital spokesperson. Health system officials say the separation was "on good terms with the utmost respect for each other." “We appreciate Dr. Sbeitan’s years of...
Central Bucks East football standout Mike Carroll transferring before senior season
Mike Carroll, the five-star football recruit who has committed to play at Alabama, won't be at Central Bucks East for what would have been his senior season this fall. Instead, Carroll, along with his younger brother Liam, a rising sophomore wide receiver, have both transferred to national football powerhouse IMG Academy, a prep...
NBA Fans Make Serious Joel Embiid Demand After Team USA Performance
NBA fans are roasting Philadelphia 76ers star and USA Basketball Men’s National Team starting center Joel Embiid for his performance Wednesday against Serbia. Embiid has struggled significantly during the USA's first few games, prompting criticism from fans who are demanding that he be ...
First responders receive award for saving Lancaster County man during heart attack
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) – June 1, 2023 was a life-changing day for Stephen Funk of Paradise. “It was kind of in the middle of the night. My wife said I was up pacing, walking around,” Funk said. “I had the worse indigestion I ever had.” It was certainly more than indigestion. Funk decided to […]
Trump has given no official info about his medical care for days since an assassination attempt
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Four days after a gunman’s attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, the public is still in the dark over the extent of his injuries, what treatment the Republican presidential nominee received in the hospital, and whether there may be any long-term effects on his health. Trump’s campaign has refused to discuss his condition, release a medical report or records, or make the doctors who treated him available, leaving information to dribble out from Trump, his friends and family. The first word on Trump’s condition came about half an hour after shots rang out and Trump dropped to the ground after reaching for his ear and then pumped his fist defiantly to the crowd with blood streaming down his face. The campaign issued a statement saying he was “fine” and “being checked out at a local medical facility.” “More details will follow,” his spokesperson said.
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