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Menstrual hub seeking help after more than $300K in flooding damages closes center
A nonprofit Germantown business that helps fight period poverty suffered almost half a million dollars in damage after flooding that happened in June. No More Secrets, also known as The Spot, is a period hub and is located in East Germantown at 4811 Germantown Avenue. "We're here to uplift other...
Philadelphia actor, Temple University alum back in the city for premiere of 'Funny Girl'
The Broadway revival of the hit musical 'Funny Girl' is on stage right at the Academy of Music for its premiere in Philadelphia.The show stars a performer from Northeast Philadelphia, who is thrilled to bring the tour home."Ever since first grade, when I played St. Joseph in the school play at St. Tim's, I've just been doing it," says Sean Seamus Thompson, easily recalling when he got bit by the musical theater bug.He grew up in the city's Mayfair section and studied acting and theater at Temple University. He had quite the graduating class."You're either me doing theater or you're...
Meteorologist Cecily Tynan meets playful monkeys, giant African millipede at Philadelphia Zoo
Meteorologist Cecily Tynan took us on another edition of Zoo Adventures!On Wednesday, Tynan met a giant African millipede.She also got a chance to meet some playful monkeys at the Philadelphia Zoo.Watch for more Zoo Adventures below:Zoo Adventures 6abc: Meteorologist Cecily Tynan meets playful monkeys, giant African millipede at Philadelphia Zoo
Saint Joseph’s University President Charts Long-Term Path of Rapid Growth and Change
Saint Joseph's University President Cheryl McConnell is charting a path for growth for the university. Saint Joseph’s University will soon have the longest-tenure president of the Philadelphia area’s five largest colleges. As a result, St. Joe’s is charting a long-term path guided by its sense of stability, writes...
Jalen Hurts Foundation to address needs of 100 remaining Philadelphia schools without air conditioning
Jalen Hurts has settled in Philadelphia, and his work across the city has been unmatched since he was drafted in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft. The Eagles star quarterback signed a five-year, $255 million contract extension last spring and put his new money to work, looking to impact the community. In May, Hurts donated $200,000 to Philadelphia schools for new air conditioning in 10 schools.
HBCU Football Award added to list with Maxwell, Bednarik Trophies
The Award will be presented to an outstanding contributor to HBCU football for efforts on or off the field. The post HBCU Football Award added to list with Maxwell, Bednarik Trophies appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Historical Society to Look at the Jazz Age of the 1920s and 1930s in Doylestown
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A lecture series by the Doylestown Historical Society will look at the artists and celebrities of the Jazz Age of the 1920s and 1930s who spent time in Doylestown nearly 100 years ago. The July 30 presentation will feature guest speaker Kevin Fitzpatrick, President of the Dorothy Parker Society and Dorothy Parker family representative. Parker was a well-known writer and poet who spent time in Doylestown in the 1930s and beyond. Parker wrote for publications like the New Yorker and worked on movies like “A Star is Born.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Philly made changes to mail-in ballots ahead of 2024 election. Here's what you need to know.
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Election Day is 104 days away, and Pennsylvania officials are still changing mail-in ballots to ensure the process is smooth and secure. In a directive earlier this month, the commonwealth told counties to pre-print the entire year (2024) on the outer envelope, not just the 20, leaving voters to fill out only the month and the day. Voters will see that change in November.Thousands of mail-in ballots were rejected in 2020, but Philadelphia commissioners say they're more prepared this time around. They've opted to punch a hole in the outer envelope so officials can ensure the yellow secrecy...
One Montco municipal camp is easing the financial burden for families. Here's how.
CHELTENHAM TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) — While several camps charge more than $400 a week, one municipal camp works to make summer fun economical for families."I love this camp, honestly," said Krystle Abdur-Rashid of Elkins Park in Cheltenham Township.She was excited to walk her 6-year-old son Idris to the La Mott Community Center every morning. Idris goes to the Summer Recess Day Camp run by Cheltenham Township."Swimming, art activities, dance, talent shows," Abdur-Rashid said. "He's able to sing. Every day he comes home, he's really excited. So, they have so many good programs here."She was especially excited that this camp...
Abington mother searching for identity of driver who allegedly struck her son and drove away
Mandy Leigh, an Abington resident, shared via Facebook that she and Abington police are searching for the identity of a woman who allegedly struck Leigh’s son while he was riding his bicycle to work on Friday, July 19. According to the post, at approximately 3:45pm that day an “older...
Chalfont Fire Company Gets Donation of Lifesaving Gear Thanks to a Movie Star
CHALFONT, PA—The Chalfont Fire Company has received new lifesaving equipment courtesy of a foundation created by Hollywood star Gary Sinise. In a Facebook post, the fire department announced that it had received two pieces of equipment:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER FAST Boards allow rescuers to carry people who are too injured to walk on their own, but they also have all the gear that rescuers need to load, secure and move those people during emergency evacuations. The fire department said the boards are versatile and can be used for rescues from areas like...
Second suspect sought for Philadelphia mass shooting that killed 3, injured 5 others
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help to find another suspect wanted for triple murder in a mass shooting that left five other victims wounded last week. Amir Jones, 30, is being sought for what officials are calling a "gun battle" that stemmed from an argument at...
Eagles’ Nick Sirianni Sounds Off On Relationship With Jalen Hurts
Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts endured perhaps one of the most disappointing endings to a season in recent memory. After coasting through the first two-thirds of the season, the Philadelphia Eagles‘ Super Bowl hopes hit a brick wall as the team ran out of gas in December. Losing in such a fashion can unravel any […] The post Eagles’ Nick Sirianni Sounds Off On Relationship With Jalen Hurts appeared first on NFL Analysis Network.
Eagles worst fears with oft-injured rookie have become reality
The Philadelphia Eagles stormed out to a 10-1 record in 2023, but the team ultimately collapsed through their final six regular season games. After a 32-9 loss against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC Wild Card Round, Philadelphia was sent into the offseason with uncertainty. How did a team fall apart so quickly after making a Super Bowl appearance in 2022 and winning 10 of their first 11 games in 2023?
Summer fun kicks into high gear at Doylestown car show
The Doylestown at Dusk Car Show, featuring over 500 cars, rolled into town July 20. Top 40 and specialty class awards were presented during the show, which also included live music and vendors. Join our readers whose generous donations are making it possible for you to read our news coverage....
Lehigh Valley DI athlete puts law school dreams on hold to coach youth tennis in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Lehigh Valley Division I athlete put his dreams of attending law school on hold. He's now dedicating his future to teaching youth tennis in Philadelphia."Attitude, character, as well as effort," Gabe Knowles, a tennis coach at Legacy Youth Tennis, said. "All of those aspects will control how you do in life."These are the lessons Knowles strives to instill in the young athletes he coaches at Legacy Youth Tennis — a program dedicated to making the sport more inclusive and accessible to kids in Philly."There's a lot of athletes in Philadelphia, but when they pick up a...
Delaware funeral home cremated wrong body, tried passing off another to family: lawsuit
A Wilmington funeral home is accused in a lawsuit of accidentally cremating a person and presenting that person's family with the body of another man for burial. Roland Johnson Sr. died in January at the age of 93. He was born in Wilmington where he built a three-decade career with the DuPont Co.,...
Chester County woman charged with arson after home catches fire twice in recent months
A Chester County woman is facing arson charges after her home went up in flames twice within a period of months.Chopper 6 was overhead Tuesday as crews worked to contain the flames along Leopard and Sugartown roads in Easttown Township.The call came in at 10:45 a.m. as flames could be seen shooting from the roof.Chopper 6 video: Firefighters battle another blaze at same Chester County homeREAD MORE: 2-alarm fire destroys home in Berwyn, Chester CountyBefore the fire broke out, Kathryn Frankel, her estranged husband and a public adjuster were all at the property to reportedly determine what could be salvaged...
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