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Holy Family University Names Dr. Bindhu Alappat Vice President for Academic Affairs
Bindhu Alappat, an Academic Administrator with 15+ years of experience, joins Holy Family University as Vice President of Academic Affairs. Bindhu Alappat, Ph.D., has been appointed as Holy Family University’s Vice President of Academic Affairs by the University’s President, Anne Prisco. A seasoned Academic Administrator with over 15...
Philadelphia police investigating a string of cargo thefts
Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia police are currently investigating a crime ring targeting cargo trucks in the city. The group has attempted 11 robberies since June 26th, with the latest incident being theft of $15,000 worth of frozen meat in Southwest Philadelphia after the refrigerated tractor-trailer was left unattended. This robbery occurred around 4:30 a.m. on […]
Pa. Supreme Court Upholds License for Nittany Mall Casino
The state's highest court has upheld the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's decision to award a license for a planned casino at the Nittany Mall, paving the way for the project to move forward. Pennsylvania's Supreme Court in an opinion issued Wednesday found the board acted properly in awarding the license to Ira Lubert at a 2020 auction, dismissing a challenge brought by losing bidder Stadium Casino. Stadium, a subsidiary of Baltimore-based Cordish Companies, has 14 days to file a motion to reconsider. The project can now move ahead unless the decision is appealed to a higher court, PGCB spokesperson Doug Harbach said. "The Gaming...
Pa. heat advisories are outpacing the average rate this summer. Climate change plays a role.
Pennsylvania is seeing more frequent bouts of extreme heat this summer. Since June 1, the National Weather Service has issued 18 heat advisories in the state. That’s 13 more than the average for this time period over the last two decades, according to data collected by Iowa State University.
Norristown’s Cavan Sullivan the Youngest Player in MLS History
Cavan Sullivan has become the youngest MLS player at 14 years and 293 days. Cavan Sullivan, a Norristown native, became the youngest player in MLS history after he got his first minutes during this week’s Philadelphia Union win against the New England Revolution, writes Ali Rampling for The Athletic.
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis denounces Project 2025 in Pittsburgh speech
PITTSBURGH — Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on Thursday, the final day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, spoke out against a possible second term for former President Donald Trump, a nationwide abortion ban, and a recently released conservative policy proposal. Davis and other leaders spoke at a news conference in the city’s South Side […] The post Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis denounces Project 2025 in Pittsburgh speech appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Environmental Tectonics Sees Record Backlog Amid Surge in Sales
SOUTHAMPTON, PA — Environmental Tectonics Corporation (OTC Pink: ETCC) this week reported robust financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, ending May 24, 2024. The company recorded a notable 76% increase in sales compared to the prior year, driven primarily by a surge in demand for its Aircrew Training Solutions (ATS) and Sterilizer Systems.
Wall Street Journal: Bucks County Native Alex Cooper Expands Media Empire with ‘Call Her Daddy’
Newtown native Alex Cooper has made significant strides in the media industry since her rise to fame with her podcast "Call Her Daddy." Newtown native Alex Cooper has made significant strides in the media industry since her rise to fame with the popular podcast “Call Her Daddy,” writes Sarah Ashley O’Brien for The Wall Street Journal.
Double Feature of Inventive New Underground Films Will Premiere at PhilaMOCA
"Spirit Riser" is a new feature film created by NYC's Dylan Mars Greenberg, who describes it as "homemade". "It was a family affair and stars my real life little sister" says Greenberg. "We made it over the course of six years, and a lot of it was shot on sets I made in my parent's house. Amanda Flowers is the star and one of my closest friends. So it really felt like making an arts and crafts project together, just on a bigger scale."
New scam targets Pennsylvania drivers
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new scam is sweeping across Pennsylvania that targets drivers. The scammers send text messages claiming to be from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and telling people they have an outstanding toll balance. The scam offers up a link for people to pay that supposed unpaid balance. Those who have received a […]
Get Free Legal Help to Draft a Will – Protect your Family
Ceiba, in collaboration with Affordable Housing Centers of Pennsylvania (AHCOPA) and Community Legal Services, is hosting a free workshop to help people draft their last will and testament on July 20, 2024, from 11 AM to 1 PM, at Ceiba, located at 174 Diamond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122. The event...
Mariangeli Alicea Saez brings the Island’s “placita” to the mainland
Puerto Ricans have been U.S. citizens since 1917, following the approval of the Jones Act by Congress. For Mariangeli Alicea Saez, a native of Humacao who immigrated to Pennsylvania over 20 years ago, “it’s not until you get here that you realize that citizenship is quite limited.”. Initially,...
Former Spartan getting promoted by Philadelphia Phillies
Trent Farquhar was a stand out with Michigan State baseball, before latching on with the Philadelphia Phillies. The Dearborn native, who started his career at Bowling Green, will be climbing up the ranks of professional baseball, as the Phillies have promoted the former Spartan to A+ ball with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws.
Slower business, delayed openings and vacant patios: How the heat is curdling outdoor dining
Jul. 18—While customers at La Esperanza Mexican restaurant cool down with ice-cold margaritas during a heat wave, the kitchen staff endure 100-degree temperatures while standing over deep fryers, griddles, and boiling pots. Their reprieve often comes from stepping outside with a Gatorade. But when outside temperatures looked like they...
City Council’s Kensington Caucus convenes hearing on access to drug rehab amid conflicting information
Philadelphia City Council’s Kensington Caucus is exploring ways to make drug rehab treatment more accessible as part of its effort to clean up the drug-ravaged neighborhood. It held a hearing on Thursday to clear up some false narratives about access
AAC announces conference pairings for Men’s and Women’s Basketball
The American Athletic Conference has announced conference pairings for both Men’s and Women’s Basketball for the upcoming 2024-25 season on Thursday evening. Temple will play an 18-game conference schedule, facing six opponents twice and six opponents once. The men’s team will square off against Charlotte, East Carolina, Memphis,...
Barnes Foundation hosts unique and unparalleled collection of French art
Founded by Dr. Albert C. Barnes, the Barnes Foundation is an educational and cultural jewel on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The Barnes Foundation attracts hundreds of thousands of people each year to immerse themselves in one of the most recognized and revered collections of art. "It's an unusually rich institution,...
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