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The only reasonable explanation for the Phillies being out on Brent Rooker was overlooked
With two consecutive years of losing in the postseason, the Philadelphia Phillies’ approach to the trade deadline at first embodied the fierce tenacity that we expected of them. First, they tried for Luis Robert Jr. A trade for a franchise-changing centerfielder of his caliber would have put every MLB club on notice. But the Phillies weren’t willing to pay the steep price. So, they moved on.
Frankie Beverly, Philly music legend, says farewell in final hometown concert
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. After more than 50 years of performances and shows, legendary R&B artist Frankie Beverly performed his final concert in his hometown of Philadelphia. Beverly closed out his “Farewell...
Teen Swimmer Drowns in Gloucester County, NJ Lake
A day at a lake in Gloucester County, New Jersey turned tragic after the drowning of a teen. Saturday was sunny and warm, a much milder day than we've had so far this summer. It should have been a day of fun for all who spent time outdoors but that ended up not being the case at one lake in South Jersey.
Former Philly police officer sentenced in shooting death of 12-year-old boy
PHILADELPHIA - Edsaul Mendoza, the former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a 12-year-old boy in 2022, has been sentenced. Mendoza was ordered to serve eight to 20 years in prison. The ex-officer pleaded guilty back in April 2024 to murder in the death of 12-year-old Thomas ‘TJ’ Siderio...
Montgomery County Athletes Ready to Shine at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks. Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.
Camden County Youth Service Commission meeting set for today
The Camden County Youth Service Commission, the entity responsible for planning and overseeing services for at-risk youth in the county, will hold its next meeting today from 4 to 5 p.m. The meeting will take place in person at the Camden County Technical School located at 6008 Browning Road in Pennsauken.
Woman 'shot 7-month-old boy' in stroller as mom screamed 'my baby' amid 'argument gone wrong'
A Philadelphia woman stands accused of shooting a 7-month-old baby boy late Thursday night in what has been described as an argument gone wrong. Dominique Billips, 28, was arrested and charged in the shooting that occurred in the 4000 block of Meridian Street, which is located in Philadelphia's Holmesburgh neighborhood, which is located right along the Delaware River in the northeastern portion of the major Pennsylvania city.
76ers quietly make big move to fill crucial role for next season
Following their early free agency bonanza, the Philadelphia 76ers are still left with a handful of roster spots they are eyeing to fill out ahead of the 2024-25 season. While they are definitely already penciled in as winners no matter how they go about things to finish the offseason off, it never hurts to double down on depth and bring in reinforcements at every position.
Suspect sought after litter of puppies found dead at golf course in Chester County
Police in Chester County are investigating a disturbing case of animal cruelty on Monday night.Officers say they found a litter of dead puppies dumped on a golf course in Caln Township, Pennsylvania.The puppies were discovered on the Ingleside Golf Course near the Route 30 bypass.Investigators believe the animals were left there within 24 hours of their discovery.Brandywine SPCA officials say they were unable to determine a cause of death at this time.Anybody with information on this incident is asked to call the SPCA's tipline at 484-302-0018.
Gunpoint Robbery At 7-Eleven Leads To Two Arrests: Bensalem Police
Christopher Yelverton, 42, and Amanda Petherbridge, 34, are each charged with robbery, conspiracy, and related counts, Bensalem police said in a release on Monday, July 22. The robbery happened at the 2511 Lincoln Highway 7-Eleven in Trevose just before 3 a.m., investigators said. Yelverton walked into the gas station and asked for a carton of Newport cigarettes, then pointed a handgun through his sweatshirt at the cashier and demanded money, according to authorities.
Police searching for 5 teens who trespassed, vandalized railroad property
The West Chester Borough Police Department is looking for five believed to be teenage males who vandalized and trespassed at a railroad property. On Saturday, July 20, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the West Chester Railroad said five males entered their Adams Street Yard in West Chester. According to officials, the...
Philly sports teams unite in eye-opening initiative for young girls in sports
PHILADELPHIA - Subaru Park in Chester, the home of the Philadelphia Union, was all about the young ladies Monday afternoon. Six major sports teams in the area, the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies, allowed girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills in several sports from basketball to hockey.
Delaware County Sportswear, Lice Help and Green Homes Make Best of Philly List
Ilene Steinberg, owner of the Center for Lice Control, a Havertown business that made the Best of Philly list by Philadelphia Magazine. Philadelphia Magazine has named B&E Sportswear of Broomall, Ilene “The Lice Queen” Steinberg of Havertown, and Gen3, with a location in Glenolden, to its list of Best of Philly Helpers and Fixers.
This Pa. county has the ‘most purchasing power’ in the state
Investopedia describes “purchasing power” as “the value of a currency expressed in terms of the number of goods or services that one unit of money can buy.”. And this county in Pennsylvania has the most purchasing power in the entire state. SmartAsset — which is described by...
This Delaware County Spot Is a Family Alternative to Beach Heat
To those families looking for time outdoors but have had their fill of the beach with its summer heat and sand, there is a Delaware County alternative that keeps you outdoors near streams, ponds, and towering trees, writes Christine Coppa for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge...
Big Lots To Close Pair Of Pennsylvania Stores
It currently has around 1,425 stores nationwide, 73 of which are located in Pennsylvania. The company cited rising costs and inflation as reasons for the move and said a bankruptcy filing could be coming. Stores in the Pennsylvania slated for closure are as follows:. Exton located at 201 West Lincoln...
Pittsburgh-area Democratic delegates ages 20 to 76 confront elevated role, while Republicans retool for campaign vs. Harris
"There were talks about there being an open convention and all the theories floating around about us delegates, I was anxious about how that was all going to play out. I feel as though being almost 21 years old I have much less lived experience than all the people I am voting on behalf of.” — Kaylee Werner, delegate to the Democratic National Convention The post Pittsburgh-area Democratic delegates ages 20 to 76 confront elevated role, while Republicans retool for campaign vs. Harris appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
PASSHE chancellor to step down this fall
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The current chancellor of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) has announced his plans to step down this fall. Dr. Dan Greenstein has served as chancellor since September 2018. “For six years, I have poured my heart and soul into our system, its people,...
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