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VIDEO: New Jersey’s Springsteen Hears Boos At Philadelphia Concert
Soon to be 75 years old, Bruce Springsteen is an iconic musician who only has so many live performances left. This is a big reason why tickets to see "The Boss" in concert sold for big money on the resale market websites before Wednesday, August 21st. The Springsteen and E-Street...
Bethlehem Area Schools secretarial, clerical workers to go on strike
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Bethlehem Area School District clerical and secretarial employees announced Sunday night they will go on strike Monday. In a social media post, the school district delivered an "update" to the situation, saying an agreement could not be reached. "Despite long negotiation sessions this weekend among the...
“Farewell to What?” Bruce Springsteen Unloads Epic Rant on Retirement Plans
Before there was Zach Bryan, there was Bruce Springsteen. Long before American Songwriter noted eerie parallels between the two artists, the “Dancing in the Dark” singer was tapping into the Middle America zeitgeist. Now, 60 years after he got his start, The Boss would like to make it clear that there is Zach Bryan, and there is still Bruce Springsteen. The “Born in the USA” legend recently revealed his retirement plans—or lack thereof.
Adult, child injured when car flips across railroad tracks outside of Hanover
An adult and a child were transported to the hospital after a crash in Heidelberg Township Sunday afternoon, officials said. Firefighters were called to the scene in the 6900 block of Cannery Road in Heidelberg Township, just barely across the Penn Township line, around 3:28 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, according to...
Ennis Hints at Positive News for Next Fight, Potential Unification with Norman Jr. Clash
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis posted on social media, hinting about positive news for his next fight. He’s in negotiations with WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. The Boots vs. Norman Jr. 147-lb unification fight is rumored to occur on November 9th in Philadelphia. Brian’s dad, Norman Sr., said the fight is “99%” happening. They’re waiting on Top Rank to negotiate the deal with IBF welterweight champion Boots Ennis’ promoters at Matchroom.
‘Is that a trick question?’ bemused Stephen A. Smith says on First Take after QB comparision for 2024 NFL season
STEPHEN A. Smith has never shied away from an opportunity to dig at the Dallas Cowboys. Such an opportunity presented itself during Friday’s broadcast of First Take on ESPN when the topic of Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott arose. Host Molly Qerim asked Smith, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, and Andrew Hawkins whether they expected Prescott or […]
John Kruk gains fame outside baseball for his epically hilarious on-air musings
Phillies fans haven gotten quite comfortable with former Philadelphia Phillies player John Kruk in the booth during games. You never truly know what will spill out of the West Virginia native's mouth night in and night out. His ability to squeeze in stories from his past life experiences can truly be a work of art.
The Los Angeles Rams Will Trade Ernest Jones to the Philadelphia Eagles
After failing to agree on an extension this summer, the Los Angeles Rams have granted permission for standout linebacker Ernest Jones to seek a trade. If the Rams do move on from Jones, the Philadelphia Eagles should be the first team calling Les Snead to acquire the 24-year-old. In his...
Phillies giving former first-rounder another shot in the rotation
As the Philadelphia Phillies finish up their three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday, the team appears to have a surprising move in place. With team ace Zack Wheeler originally in line to start the series finale, that spot will now go to Kolby Allard, who will be recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs prior to the game, according to Phillies Nation's Tim Kelly.
Teenager charged with assault with a deadly weapon in accident that injured Towamencin Police officer
The Franconia Township teenage driver of a Ford F250 pickup that injured a Towamencin Township Police Officer in a crash in May at Forty Foot and Detwiler roads has been charged with misdemeanor simple assault with a deadly weapon and misdemeanor reckless endangerment of another person. Cameron Michael Allen, 19,...
American Airlines will begin daily nonstop flights from XNA to Philadelphia in December
HIGHFILL, Ark. — The Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) announced daily nonstop flights between Arkansas and Philadelphia will begin this year. American Airlines will begin the nonstop services between XNA and the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) starting Dec. 19, 2024. This will be the ninth nonstop American Airlines service...
Man injured at South Jersey beach after possible shark bite
A man was injured at a beach in South Jersey on Sunday after a possible shark bite.It happened at approximately 9:30 a.m. at Surrey Avenue Beach in Ventnor.The Ventnor City Beach Patrol told Action News a man was in the water when his hand may have been bitten by a shark."As our lifeguards were preparing to open for the day somebody ran up and said, 'Somebody may have been bitten by a shark,'" recalled Captain David Funk with Ventnor City Beach Patrol.Authorities say the victim, a man in his 30s, was out for a morning swim when the injury occurred.After...
Local colleges welcome new students for the 2024 academic year
As the fall semester approaches, three local colleges are bustling with activity as they welcome new classes of first-year and transfer students. Penn State Berks, Albright College, and Alvernia University each hosted a series of events designed to help students acclimate to college life and kickstart their academic journeys. Penn...
New Nonprofit, Aspire for Well-Being, Launches and Becomes Holding Company to The Highlands at Wyomissing
A new model of aging services was announced on Thursday, Aug. 22, with the formation of Aspire for Well-Being, a nonprofit holding company comprising a successful Life Plan Community and several ancillary service offerings. The new organization is designed to deliver high-quality care to older adults through the senior-focused entities in the Aspire for Well-Being family, including Aspire for Well-Being Home Care, Aspire for Well-Being Healthcare Staffing, and The Highlands at Wyomissing®, a premier senior living community in Berks County.
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