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'Diaper Crew' Suspects Nabbed in Philadelphia Retail Theft Sting
Philadelphia authorities have captured three individuals believed to be part of a theft ring dubbed the 'Diaper Crew,' implicated in an array of retail thefts throughout the city. According to FOX 29, this group has been targeting Family Dollar, Dollar General, and Rite Aid stores, using oversized bags to illegally haul out various items, among them diapers, batteries, and coffee. Police Inspector Ray Evers detailed that the apprehended are charged with a series of thefts that added up across numerous local retail establishments.
Phillies and Orioles Make Surprising Trade, Addressing Needs and Improving Chances
In a surprising trade that could potentially benefit both teams in the long run, the Philadelphia Phillies have acquired outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles. The Phillies, who currently have the best record in the sport, identified center field as a key area of need. While Hays may not be the perfect solution, as he primarily plays left field, he has shown an ability to perform well against left-handed pitching, which has been a struggle for the Phillies this season. Hays’ .894 OPS against southpaws could provide a boost to the team’s offensive production.
Visionary Behind West Chester Restaurants Talks Success, Inspiration
Speer Madanat, the visionary behind Pizza and Steaks West Chester, talks about his rise to success and his main sources of inspiration. Speer Madanat, the visionary behind Pizza West Chester, Steaks West Chester, and the upcoming Ice Cream West Chester, managed to achieve major success with his eatery on word of mouth alone, writes Ed Williams for the Main Line Today.
Hundreds of cyclists protested in Center City for protected bike lanes
Hundreds of bike riders took to the streets of Center City Friday evening to demand safer, concrete-protected bike lanes after multiple traffic-related deaths that occurred over a week ago. The cyclists gathered at the Philadelphia Museum of Art around 6 p.m. and rode to City Hall, affecting traffic in the...
Philly medical students begin their health careers with a white coat and a box of Narcan
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. For first-year medical students in Philadelphia, the beginning of their career in health care is often marked with ceremony, sacred oaths and, more recently, tools to combat the addiction epidemic.
72-Year-Old Woman Stable After Being Grazed by Bullet in South Philadelphia Shooting
A 72-year-old woman is recovering after being grazed by a bullet yesterday afternoon in South Philadelphia. According to NBC Philadelphia, the incident occurred just before 5 p.m. on the 1200 block of Porter Street. Officials reported that the woman sustained a graze wound to the stomach but is now listed in stable condition.
Phillies considering relief target that Rob Thomson specifically would love
The Philadelphia Phillies have a few pressing needs ahead of the trade deadline. Potentially their biggest need was a right-handed outfielder. They had looked through all the potential options before landing on a deal with the Baltimore Orioles that would send Austin Hays to Philadelphia for a package of reliever Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache.
Phillies vs. Guardians: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 28
In the final game of a three-game series at Citizens Bank Park, the Cleveland Guardians (62-42) take on the Philadelphia Phillies (65-39), Sunday at 1:35 PM ET. Hoping to find out who’s in and who’s out for the Phillies and the Guardians? Read on to get complete injury reports for both squads.
NBA Star Admits He Got Drug Tested
NBA stars get drug tested throughout the year, and this includes the offseason as the league can send someone over to drug test them randomly with little notice. Sometimes, it doesn’t appear to be random, especially when you resurface in a press conference noticeably larger than when fans previously saw you a few months ago.
MLB Trade News: Phillies Pick Up OF Austin Hays; Red Sox Acquire Pitcher James Paxton in Deadline Deals
In a significant MLB trade deadline move, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for relief pitcher Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian Pache. Austin Hays has a .255 batting average and .711 OPS with 13 doubles this season. Seranthony Domínguez boasts 40 strikeouts...
A Star Wars Burlesque Show Is In Philadelphia For A Limited Time
Are you looking for a night out with your fellow Jedi friends in the Philadelphia area? Star Wars fans are super passionate and will never miss an opportunity to talk about the classic movie franchise and this is for sure a brand new experience for members of the fan base.
Olympic swimmer from Pennsylvania idolizes swimmer from Conshohocken
Olympic swimmer Ivan Puskovitch (West Chester) was profiled in The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 27th. In the profile we learned that his idol is Fran Crippen, a record-breaking swimmer from Conshohocken who passed away in 2010. From the article:. Crippen remains the most famous open-water swimmer in the world …...
Corn Silage Harvest Draws Near, Ahead of 'Normal' Time
ELVERSON, Pa. — With corn silage harvest fast approaching in the Mid-Atlantic, farmers can benefit from tools that help them determine the right time to start chopping. Aiming for a timely harvest was one of the topics covered at a July 23 corn silage field day sponsored by Penn State Extension and hosted by Nelson Beam on his beef farm.
Eagles’ new coach calls out ‘piss poor’ plays, while Jalen Hurts displays accuracy
PHILADELPHIA — Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata perfectly explained what the first two days of training camp are like. When a reporter asked Mailata on Thursday to give his impressions of defensive end Bryce Huff, he explained that it’s difficult to evaluate Huff because they haven’t started tackling yet.
What the Phillies can learn from failed Whit Merrifield experiment for Austin Hays
The Philadelphia Phillies didn't waste any time announcing their presence on the trade market when they acquired outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. The Phillies parted ways with outfielder Cristian Pache and reliever Seranthony Domínguez in the deal. The move for Hays adds an established right-handed...
Phillies place All-Star lefty on injured list
The Phillies announced that left-hander Ranger Suarez has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to lower back soreness. The placement is retroactive to July 24. Left-hander Kolby Allard has been called up from Triple-A Lehigh Valley to take Suarez’s spot on the active roster. Suarez’s back has...
How photographer Frank Stewart captured the culture of jazz, church and Black life in the US
CHADDS FORD, Pa. (AP) — At first glance, it looks like an aerial photo of a cemetery destroyed by war, with charred coffins ripped from broken concrete vaults and arched marble tombstones flattened by a bomb blast. Then, the viewer begins to discern details: the coffins and vaults are...
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