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Everything you need to know about Team Allied Services and You
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — This year’s Team Allied Services and You campaign will focus on raising funds for children at Allied Services. With the support of WNEP, major sponsors, volunteer runners, and you, Team Allied Services and You will raise funds and awareness for pediatric care at Allied Services Integrated Health Systems.
Pennsylvania Urges Nonprofits to Claim Unclaimed Property Before National Nonprofit Day
With National Nonprofit Day approaching on August 17, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, alongside the United Way of Pennsylvania and the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA), is urging the state’s nonprofit organizations to check for unclaimed property that may belong to them. This call to action aims to bolster resources for nonprofits, enhancing their capacity to serve communities across Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia singer and three-time cancer survivor launches new flexible bra line
BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) -- A Philadelphia singer who's also a cancer patient is now venturing into the business world. The business comes after years of fighting cancer and many complications. Now, it's about helping other women. Instead of notes from doctors, Jessy Kyle's laptop is now filled with a...
Firstrust Bank’s Support of Variety’s Annual Sunshine Games Demonstrates Its Commitment to Inclusivity
FOX 29's Bob Kelly, Trusty, and Swoop cheer on the children at the start of the 23rd annual Annie Madden Sunshine Games. Since 1976, Firstrust Bank’s support of Variety — The Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley has helped to improve the lives of countless individuals with special needs.
PECO to begin upgrading/installing equipment along a segment of Madison Rd in Willow Grove from Aug. 26 – October
PECO announced today that it will be upgrading and installing new equipment to enhance natural gas infrastructure in the Willow Grove section of Upper Moreland Township beginning this month. Work is expected to start on Monday, August 26 in the area of Madison Road between Terrace and Bartram roads. Crews...
MLB roundup: Phillies rookie hits for cycle
Rookie Weston Wilson hit for the cycle and Alec Bohm and Nick Castellanos belted back-to-back homers in the first inning, lifting the Philadelphia Phillies to a 13-3 victory over the visiting Washington Nationals on Thursday.
Philly bicycle advocates deliver 6,000 petitions demanding action from mayor, City Council on protected bike lanes
Bicycle safety advocates delivered to City Hall on Thursday a stack of 6,000 petitions and 4,000 letters, demanding action on protected bike lanes from the mayor and City Council.
Superintendent Watlington talks staffing, security ahead of new school year in Philadelphia
Philadelphia School Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington talked to Action News about staffing and safety for the upcoming school year."Safety and well-being of our students and our staff is the number one priority for our school district," said Watlington.On Thursday, the district announced the installation of new digital cameras at 150 buildings. The district will also expand Safety Zones around schools, and the Safe Pathways. That's a program that provides monitors to keep an eye on any issues."They've also worked together to increase the number of safety zones in this city to 28. These are areas that had an uptick in...
WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday at Parx Casino with Fellow Vets
Joe DeMarco, a World War II veteran from Philadelphia, marked his 100th birthday by enjoying a beer with fellow veterans. Joe DeMarco, a World War II veteran from Philadelphia, marked his 100th birthday in a way that reflects his vibrant spirit—enjoying a beer with fellow veterans, savoring beef sliders, and celebrating at Parx Casino in Bensalem, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.
DA Krasner convicts 28-year-old for home invasion, gunpoint robbery
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and his ‘Prolific” Gun Offenders Unit have announced the conviction of a 28-year-old man for a home invasion and gunpoint robbery in East Germantown. According to Krasner, 28-year-old Marquise Alexander was arrested and found guilty of a gunpoint robbery that occurred in August 2023. Alexander was charged with Robbery, Conspiracy, […]
Police Sgt. Assaulted At Philly Family Gathering
On Aug. 2, at approximately 6 p.m., Philadelphia Police responded to a report of a person screaming and a robbery alarm at Chickie’s and Pete’s, located on the 1500 block of Packer Ave. Upon arrival, officers discovered two groups involved in a physical altercation that stemmed from a family gathering.
Woman killed in Philadelphia hit-and-run fell into roadway: police
Philadelphia Police Captain Mark Overwise told reporters that 24-year-old Tahtiana Diggs was in a parked car on the northbound side of the road with her two sisters. When Diggs exited the vehicle, investigators believe she fell into the southbound lanes and was fatally struck.
Troopers Arrest Man for Identity Theft at Citizens Bank in Wilmington
Delaware State Police arrested 20-year-old Zacarias Fasil of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for identity theft and related charges at a Citizens Bank in Wilmington on Monday. On August 12, 2024, at approximately 12:35 p.m., troopers responded to Citizens Bank, located at 2098 Naamans Road, Wilmington, for a report of a fraud. Upon arriving, troopers learned a black male suspect was attempting to open a bank account using multiple documents containing a 26-year old victim’s information. Citizens Bank employees were familiar with the suspect for attempted fraud of a similar nature at multiple Citizens Bank locations in New Jersey. The suspect, identified as Zacarias Fasil, was taken into custody without incident.
Scott Kingery continues to outperform Bryson Stott and several other players on the Phillies’ 40-man roster while the organization continues to ignore him
Scott Kingery is hitting .274 with 22 home runs, 58 RBI, and 19 stolen bases in Lehigh Valley this season. He has a .844 OPS with 97 hits (39 XBH) and 63 runs scored in 354 at-bats. Kingery has a .266 batting average with 76 home runs and 278 RBI...
Urgent Missing Child Alert: 14-Year-Old Maziyah Helen Crippen
Authorities are urgently seeking the public’s help in locating 14-year-old Maziyah Helen Crippen, who has been missing since August 8, 2024. Maziyah was last seen in Norristown, PA. She is registered in the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) under the identifier M688019605. Maziyah is described as a female. Law...
Business burglar sought for multiple Norristown, Pennsylvania break-ins
Police in Norristown, Montgomery County are asking for the public's help identifying a burglar who has been striking businesses in the overnight hours.Photos of the suspect were posted to social media.Police say the man is 40 to 50 years old and has a mustache.Investigators say the burglar carries reusable grocery bags, along with bolt cutters and tools used to break into the businesses.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 610-270-0977 or 610-275-1222.
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