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6 PA Cities Are Considered The Dirtiest In The Country
It's no secret that cities are not usually extremely clean. It's really hard to keep areas extremely clean when they're extremely overly populated plus the heart for hustle and bustle. Anytime you visit a major city, you probably aren't shocked to see gum smashed into the concrete, garbage blowing in...
Tracking showers, storms in Philadelphia region on 4th of July
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- After a few gorgeous days, things change on the Fourth of July in the Philadelphia region as showers and storms will develop, mainly during the afternoon and evening. You'll need to stay tuned to the forecast throughout the day and keep your eyes on the sky as lightning will be a threat. Remember, if you hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Make sure you are indoors if thunder roars. The heat and humidity will also be ramping up so get ready to sweat. That pattern of heat, humidity and afternoon storms will continue...
If You’re at the Jersey Shore, You’re Going to Get Flagged
Flags aren't in this idyllic Jersey shore beach scene but chances are you'll spot them dotting the landscape and at people's homes the next time you pay a visit to the shore. Delco pride finds its way to the Jersey Shore every summer when Delco flags go on display at the beach and at nearby summer homes.
The Best Places To Watch The 2024 4th Of July Fireworks
American cities light up the night sky in bright demonstrations of patriotism on the 4th of July, a tradition that is practically associated with fireworks. This year, the following five locations will provide memorable opportunities to watch fireworks. Whether you live locally or are planning a trip, these are the best spots to witness the most impressive fireworks, including everything from famous landmarks to parks suitable for families.
Last minute preparations underway on the Ben Franklin Parkway for Wawa Welcome America
Crews were busy on Wednesday preparing for the thousands of people expected to come to the 2024 Wawa Welcome America celebration along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on July 4."What makes us unique is that we are 100% free," said Michael DelBene, the president and CEO of Welcome America.The gates near 20th Street and the Parkway will open at 4 p.m. and the concert, featuring multiple acts including Kesha and Ne-Yo, begins at 7 p.m.RELATED: Philadelphia area July 4th fireworks list for 2024Security will be tight for the event that attracts thousands of people every year. Organizers are working with Philadelphia...
Pennsylvania Proud Boys member sentenced to prison for role in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania man and member of the Philadelphia chapter of the Proud Boys organization, was sentenced to prison Tuesday for his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby has been sentenced to 100 days in prison, 36 months...
Westtown Amish Market in West Chester, PA: You Won’t Believe The Selection
Westtown Amish Market, 1165 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382. Nestled in the heart of Chester County, Pennsylvania, the Westtown Amish Market has become a cherished destination for locals and visitors alike since its grand opening in December 2015[2][5]. This bustling marketplace, spanning just under 25,000 square feet, offers a unique shopping experience that brings together the best of Amish craftsmanship, culinary delights, and traditional goods[1].
Urgent Care Center for Pets Opens First Pennsylvania Location in King of Prussia
King of Prussia is now home to PetMedic, a new urgent care center for pets which is aiming to fill the veterinary void in the area, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PetMedic recently opened its first site in Pennsylvania next to the King of Prussia Mall. The...
Union sues Philadelphia over requirement that city workers return to the office full time
A union that represents thousands of Philadelphia city employees asked a judge Tuesday to block Mayor Cherelle Parker’s requirement that they return to their offices full time as of July 15. The lawsuit, filed by District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, claims the mandate violates its contract and will harm city workers. The union, which represents 6,000 administrative and supervisory employees, also filed an unfair-practices complaint with the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board.Parker announced the mandate in May, saying she wanted to create a more visible and accessible government. The decision ended the city’s...
Thousands ticketed in Philly crackdown on sidewalk parking and ADA violations
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. About a month and a half into an enhanced enforcement effort, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has ticketed thousands of drivers for parking on the sidewalk and violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Jefferson Abington cited for excessive force against a patient
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported today that surveyors issued Jefferson Abington Hospital an “immediate jeopardy warning” after determining a security guard used excessive force against a psychiatric patient on April 23. According to the story, the guard wrestled the patient to the ground and held down their head and...
Parked vehicles with illegally tinted windows in Philadelphia can now be ticketed
Philadelphia car owners with illegally tinted windows could be ticketed starting Monday.At Select Auto Glass Plus in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, they know the law when it comes to window tint.But the law is changing in the city.The new rule will target cars that are parked.In Pennsylvania, cars can have tint rated up to 70% Visible Light Transmittance - or VLT - in the side windows and rear windshield.This means vehicle windows must allow 70% of light to pass through."That's a very light tint," Fred Rivera, owner of Select Auto Glass Plus. "The Pennsylvania law has always been 70%,...
Water main break floods part of Oregon Avenue in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Part of Oregon Avenue in Philadelphia was inaccessible Wednesday after a water main break, fire dispatchers confirmed.The street was closed between 24th Street and 21st Street due to water in the road Wednesday morning. Later a lane opened up for drivers to get by.Members of the Philadelphia Fire Department are on the scene.A spokesperson for the Philadelphia Water Department said a 12-inch water main broke this morning at 23rd Street and Oregon Avenue. Crews shut down the main just after 7 a.m., impacting four properties, the spokesperson added.The department is also investigating another possible water main break in North Philadelphia.This is a developing story and will be updated.
‘Largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast’ to come to University City
Real estate investment group Creating Shared Communities will build a 517,000-square-foot addiction rehabilitation center at 3700 Ludlow St., blocks away from Penn’s campus. When completed, the 40-story building is set to have both inpatient and outpatient services and will be the largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast. General manager of CSC Sal Smeke called the facility the “Mayo Clinic of drug abuse in the Northeast.”
Upper Merion Township bans plastic utensils from restaurants
Customers will no longer be able to use plastic forks or spoons at restaurants in Upper Merion, Pennsylvania, as phase two of the township’s single-use plastic ban went into effect on Monday, July 1, 2024. During a business meeting back on July 13, 2023, the Upper Merion Township Board...
If I’m Reading the Declaration of Independence Right…
Tomorrow I will have the distinct honor (honour?) of reading the Declaration of Independence at an American Revolutionary War site hallowed by the blood of 200 patriots. The site is Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia. It sits on the banks of the Delaware River just south of the city and adjacent to a very busy airport; in fact, you fly only a few hundred feet over it when you land at PHL. And while it is overflown, it is overlooked as a site that bills itself as “The Little Fort That Saved America,” it’s the Revolution’s “Alamo,” if you will.
Phillies, Hatfield Township honor Hometown Hero who saved life of man in cardiac arrest along Lansdale Avenue
The Bee Gees helped Hatfield Township’s Matt DeCesare save a life. Like something straight from “The Office,” the rhythm and beat of the disco king’s classic “Stayin’ Alive” was nothing more than literal one November Montgomery Township afternoon. According to “The Hatfield Connection...
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