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Bachmayer discusses policing in the Northeast
Inspector Frank Bachmayer, commander of the Northeast Police Division, held a town hall as part of the recent Take Back Your Neighborhood meeting. Bachmayer was joined by Capt. Scott DiDonato, commander of the 2nd Police District; Mark Mroz, community relations officer in the 2nd district; and Rockledge Police Chief John Gallagher.
Sisters of St. Basil the Great host youth camp
The Sisters of St. Basil the Great recently held a youth summer camp on the theme “My Journey with Jesus and Friends.”. The camp was attended by 40 children from different parishes and refugee children from Ukraine. At the camp, the children attended the Divine Liturgy, had daily catechism classes, sang and danced, participated in various games, quests and quizzes, baked cookies and made handicrafts. They wrote letters and painted pictures for the soldiers in Ukraine that the Sisters from Ukraine were taking back with them.
Miami Falls 1-0 at Princeton
PRINCETON, N.J. – The University of Miami soccer team fell on the road 1-0 to Princeton Saturday evening after conceding a second half goal. “I absolutely loved watching this group compete tonight,” said Head Coach Ken Masuhr. “We executed a number of things in our game plan that just fell short. This team is getting better every outing and is a moment or two away from being rewarded for their hard work. We are committed to progress and while tonight was hard, we will learn from it.”
Pennsylvania Officials Urge Precautions Against Tick Bites at Memorial Lake State Park
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, representing the Departments of Health (DOH), Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), and Environmental Protection (DEP), convened at Memorial Lake State Park in Dauphin County to emphasize the importance of safeguarding against Lyme disease and tick bites. Secretary of Health, Dr. Debra Bogen, stressed the need...
100 Black Men of Philadelphia gives away book bags and school supplies ahead of school year
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Simir Fuller is a rising 10th grader, who attends programs with the 100 Black Men of Philadelphia, a non-profit organization that provides mentorship to young Black boys. Today,...
Woman dead, 1 injured after crash involving Philadelphia Fire Department ladder truck
A woman is dead following a crash involving a Philadelphia Fire Department ladder truck in North Philadelphia on Saturday.It happened at the intersection of West Lehigh and West Sedgley avenues just after noon.Investigators say a vehicle cut the ladder truck off, which resulted in the crash.That vehicle then also reportedly struck an unoccupied, parked car.A 23-year-old passenger inside the car died at the hospital after the crash.The driver of the car was taken to the hospital in critical condition.There is no word yet on the victim's identity or whether charges will be filed in this case.
6 ABC Gets Pranked on Ocean City NJ Boardwalk
It's always a risk for a television station to do live news reports from a location. It's impossible to control your surroundings and the people who may be in the background. Live news reports also present a challenge for some people. That is, how can they get "in the shot."
Mainland High School’s football field is getting a new video scoreboard
The Mainland Regional High School football team in Linwood, the defending NJSIAA Group IV state champions, is getting a new video scoreboard at the Mustang Corral. The team is taking donations and has space for 14 local donors and sponsors, who will have their logo and name featured on the new scoreboard.
Free speech in NJ — Rutgers requires permits for expression
✅ Pro-Palestinian protests took place at Rutgers and Princeton in April & May. ✅ Rutgers University created a website with the school's "free expression" policies. ✅ Princeton University would not disclose if any protocols have changed. Rutgers University is taking steps to better handle potential student campus protests this fall.
First day of school for Philly, VP Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination | Inside Story
Host Matt O'Donnell interviewed newsmaker Dr. Tony Watlington, Sr. - The Philadelphia Superintendent of Schools, ahead of the first day of school starting Monday, August 26.Dr. Watlington discusses his stance on cell phone bans for students during schools hours, his increased safety plan for certain buildings and the improved attendance and drop-out rates, plus his take on why teachers are hard to find, hire and retain in this era.Then, Matt and the panel speak all about the Democratic National Convention and Vice President Kamala Harris introducing - or re-introducing - herself to the national audience as she officially accepts the historic nomination as the democratic candidate for President.They discussed the energy and enthusiasm during the week, President Joe Biden's speech and gratitude from the Chicago DNC crowd, how Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro handled the runner-up status in the veep-stakes against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and how Former President Trump is reacting to this past week's speeches. Get the Inside Story.Other panelists include:- Nia Meeks- Jeff Jubelirer- Farah Jimenez- Bob Brady
The Week in Philly: SS U.S. stress, a NJ bridge break and a look back at the DNC
It’s back-to-school time again! What’s ahead for the Philadelphia School District and those University of the Arts students who transferred to Temple University last week? Find out that and more with “The Week in Philly.”
Ocean City School District Ready to Welcome Back Students
The first day of school in Ocean City is on Sept. 3 and school officials say the buildings are ready, the teachers and administration are ready and they are eager to welcome students back for what they expect will be “a wonderful school year.”. “I want to thank everybody,...
Robbinsville Council Approves Purchases of Vehicles, Gear to Keep Community Safe
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The Robbinsville Township Council has authorized $275,683.34 in spending to outfit both the Robbinsville Police Department and the Robbinsville Fire Department with vehicles, equipment, and gear their chiefs have deemed necessary to help keep the community safe. In one resolution, the purchase of two 2024 Ford Expedition XL 4x4 with emergency equipment upfitting was authorized from Ciocca Ford of Flemington. The new vehicles will replace to “high mileage police vehicles” and come with a total price tag of $137,542.44.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Council also approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of radio equipment at a cost of $3,038.20 from a Metuchen based supplier and “related systems” from Motorola Solutions at an amount not to exceed $86,438,20. Finally, a third resolution approved a request from the Robbinsville Fire Department to purchase turnout gear, including jackets, pants, and boots for use by firefighters. The $51,702.70 sale went to Skylands Area Fire Equipment & Training LLC, based in Riverdale. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Class Act Will Bring Central Bucks Teachers to the Stage in Doylestown on Wednesday Night
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A band made up (mostly) of teachers from the Central Bucks School District will play at Doylestown’s Central Park for the Thompson Performing Arts Summer Concert Series on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Class Act, which regularly plays weddings and other events in the tri-state area, was started by drummer and teacher Joel Chodoroff. Several band members are teachers, and some are former students of Chodoroff’s.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER With a catalog of about 400 songs, Chodoroff says that Class Act’s set includes a broad range of music. At the Central Park show,...
There's a pop-up clinic in Philly this weekend and it's completely free
The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office and Remote Area Medical have set up shop at the Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School on Torresdale Avenue, offering overall health, vision and dental services to anyone in need, no questions asked.
Manni’s Fried Chicken in Lawrence, NJ Closed Permanently
A little over a year after it opened, another local restaurant has closed for good. Manni's Fried Chicken on Brunswick Pike in Lawrence Township has announced its permanent closure on social media (Monday, August 12, 2024). The post read, "We have decided to permanently close. We want to thank each...
Eagles battle for backup QB job was close but Saturday’s loss to Vikings showed there was a winner
PHILADELPHIA – Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore stood next to quarterback Jalen Hurts, both looking at the play call sheet during Saturday afternoon’s preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings. They were discussing what would be radioed to quarterback Kenny Pickett. Barring an injury to Hurts, Saturday was likely...
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