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America’s Best Employers for Women Includes 1 From Delaware County
SAP's U.S. headquarters in Newtown Square continues to be a good place for women to work, according to Forbes Magazine. Seventeen of the nation’s best employers for women are in the Greater Philadelphia Area, and one of them is in Delaware County. Forbes named SAP in Newtown Square to...
Body Pulled From Delaware River In Northeast Philadelphia: Officials
The body was found near North Delaware and Linden avenues in Torresdale around 3:30 p.m., authorities wrote. The man was pulled from the river by a PPD marine unit and pronounced dead at 4:20 p.m. He is described as a man in his 40s. Detectives are investigating, the department added.
Students, teachers and parents take part in first forum on Israel-Hamas War held by Philly School District
Fifteen students joined a group of around 20 teachers and parents on Thursday at the Philadelphia School District’s first in a series of forums for students to share how they’ve felt marginalized amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas War.
Several blocks in South Philly shut down after woman suffers graze wound to stomach, police say
A woman in her 70s is recovering in the hospital after suffering a graze wound to the stomach, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. The incident happened just before 5 p.m. on the 1200 block of Porter Street in South Philadelphia, police said. Léelo en español aquí...
SEPTA reveals design of new Market-Frankford Line subway cars
Future Market-Frankford Line subway cars will have more space, better accessibility and digital signage with real-time information to help riders navigate Philadelphia, SEPTA officials said Thursday. The new railcars are to be manufactured by Hitachi Rail at the company's new factory in Hagerstown, Maryland. SEPTA awarded Hitachi a $724.3 million...
Philadelphia Launches $1,000 Monthly Support Programs for Pregnant Individuals and Housing-Insecure Families
Philadelphia is implementing groundbreaking initiatives designed to provide financial support to pregnant individuals and families experiencing housing insecurity. According to Business Insider, the city’s new programs aim to address critical issues such as high infant mortality rates and childhood poverty through substantial monthly aid. Two key programs, PHLHousing+ and...
Grading LSU prior to the start of fall camp
One week out from the start of fall camp, it's time to ramp up the "on-the-field" talk as the Tigers begin prep for the 2024 season. As you know, I do grades weekly during the season, so we kick things off with a pre-fall camp edition of grades. Offense: B+
Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center needs new name after bank declines to renew deal
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The home of the Philadelphia Flyers and the 76ers — well, the Sixers, for now — will soon need a new name. Banking giant Wells Fargo says it will not renew its naming rights deal with the arena in the South Philadelphia sports complex that has served as home to the city’s […]
Hottest day ever, Apple Pay on SEPTA, Gritty & Green on EcoWURD & more
Here’s the latest sustainability news this week. Monday set a new record as the hottest day ever globally, surpassing the previous day’s record, according to the European climate service Copernicus. The global average temperature reached 17.15°C (62.87°F). Climate scientists say this could be the warmest it’s been in 120,000 years due to human-caused climate change. Philadelphia Inquirer.
SEPTA rolls out Apple Express for faster mobile phone payments for riders
Riders on SEPTA will no longer need to unlock their phones to pay their fares with Apple Pay. SEPTA is rolling out Apple Express for faster fare payment and it is set to be fully integrated by Aug. 9 on buses, trolleys and the subway.
Theater review: Shakespeare in Clark Park Presents As You Like It
Next year, Shakespeare in Clark Park will celebrate its 25th anniversary of presenting free theater to audiences sitting on blankets and lawn chairs in the park’s famous “bowl”. This year, As You Like It is a great show for the green, almost pastoral setting in West Philadelphia. It’s free to attend, and runs through this Sunday, July 28.
Quintessence Theatre company buys historic Sedgwick Theater in Mt. Airy
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Quintessence Theatre company has bought the historic Sedgwick movie theater on Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy, which has been the performance group’s home base for 14 years. The 1928 Art Deco movie palace is the centerpiece of the recently designated Mount Airy Historic District corridor.
AD Named 2nd-Best Mid-Sized Company Workplace in Philadelphia Region
WAYNE, Pa. — AD announced Thursday that it has been named the 2nd-best mid-size employer on the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplace list for 2024, just behind Kreischer Miller. AD has been recognized on the Top Workplace list in the Delaware Valley for six years in a row, as...
Philly Lottery Player Wins Top Prize At Gas Station
The lucky winner earned $141,663 on Wednesday, July 24, lotto reps said. The Shell gas station at 2901 West Abbottsford Avenue will receive a $500 bonus for vending the winning ticket. "Cash Boom" is a $5 Fast Play game with prizes starting at $75,000. Fast play games print on-demand at...
Bike advocates intensify calls for more protections after DA announces charges for drunk driver that killed Barbara Friedes
As Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced the charges against the 68-year-old who struck and killed CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes last week in Center City, bike advocates spoke of the need for safer streets.
Video shows gunman fire at person riding motorized scooter on Philadelphia street
PHILADELPHIA - Disturbing surveillance video shared by police in Philadelphia shows a masked gunman brazenly opening fire on a person riding a motorized scooter. Authorities say the shooting happened last Saturday near the intersection of Diamond and 21st streets. The gunman, dressed in dark clothing, is seen walking towards a...
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