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Antisemitism runs rampant in Philadelphia schools, Jewish group alleges in civil rights complaint
The Philadelphia school district has failed to protect Jewish students from “a virulent wave of antisemitism” that swept through classrooms after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, according to a federal complaint filed Tuesday. The district, among the largest public school systems in the U.S., has ignored persistent...
Philadelphia Ramps Up HPV Vaccination Efforts for Children as Young as 9
Health initiatives in the city are emphasizing the importance of vaccinating children against HPV, with a push to start as early as age 9. The vaccine, as outlined in a recent directive from the City of Philadelphia, is critical in fighting against HPV-related cancers long-term with a success rate of 90 percent when it comes to preventing cancers caused by the virus. The long-lasting protection afforded by the vaccine marks a significant impact on public health, particularly as HPV infections often go unacknowledged due to their frequently asymptomatic nature.
Historic Brick Installation Leads to Weeklong Clifford Street Closure in Philly
The Streets Commissioner Kirstin Del Rossi revealed plans to shut down the 3000 block of Clifford Street to through-traffic starting next week. The interruption, aimed at re-installing historic bricks on Montgomery Avenue, is expected to begin bright and early at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, July 29 and will run through to the afternoon of Friday, August 2 at 5:00 p.m., as announced in a press release.
Cooper Chairman Announces Vision for Growth in Cape May and Atlantic Counties
Just two weeks after Cooper University Health Care acquired Cape Regional Health System, Cooper Chairman George E. Norcross III announced last week his long-term vision for an expansion in Cape May and Atlantic counties. The announcement, made on the Harry Hurley radio show, comes just days after U.S. News & World Report announced that Cooper University Hospital in Camden had been named one of the nation’s top regional hospitals for the fourth year in a row and the highest-ranking hospital in South Jersey.
Towson Tennis Head Coach Jamie Peterson Captures Third Consecutive Atlantic Coast Cup Title
PAOLI, Pa. – Towson University women's tennis head coach Jamie Peterson was named captain of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Mid-Atlantic 45-and-over Intersectional Team this past weekend. Peterson led the team to capture its third consecutive Atlantic Coast Cup title at the Waynesborough Country Club in Paoli, Pennsylvania. The annual event pits the best players aged 45-and-over from the four USTA sections of the Northeastern United States (Mid-Atlantic, Eastern, New England and Middle States). The event is a three-day round Robin where each team plays each other in a 2-singles, 3-doubles format with best of three sets and a...
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
Former YSU football player sentenced in assault case
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — A former Youngstown State University football player who pleaded guilty to punching a man outside a downtown bar was sentenced Monday to two years probation with the first 30 days in the Mahoning County Jail. Dominique Julius, 20, of Philadelphia, received the sentence from Judge...
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #5, DB Alijah Clark
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: Alijah Clark. Position: Defensive Back.
Insomnia Cookies announces major expansion
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) — The popular Philly-based bakery called Insomnia Cookies recently shared plans for a major expansion in the coming years. Insomnia Cookies is a popular bakery based out of Philadelphia that is most known for offering and delivering a wide variety of “delicious warm cookies.”. The...
Anime-themed Izakaya Fishtown serves happy hour sushi, sake, cocktails for Fishtown Taps Tuesdays
When Connor Lucas was 4-years-old, he saw one of his first cartoon movies, a Japanese animated fantasy called My Neighbor Totoro. Years later, he incorporated his love for anime into restaurant-bar Izakaya Fishtown. “Izakaya means ‘bar’ or ‘tavern’ in Japanese,” said Lucas, the director of operations at Izakaya Fishtown. “I...
Philadelphia's Logan Square fountain turns 100 years old
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An iconic fixture of the Philadelphia cityscape is celebrating a major milestone birthday.The Swann Memorial Fountain in the city's Logan Square is now 100 years old after it was first unveiled in July 1924.A fixture inside the traffic circle on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and visible from the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the fountain features multiple sculptures by Alexander Stirling Calder, depicting three reclining Native American figures emitting water — each representing a different major waterway around Philadelphia — the Delaware, the Schuylkill and the Wissahickon Creek.Architect Wilson Eyre Jr....
Fishtown Taps district-wide happy hour Tuesdays features Sancho Pistola’s
There are many stories behind the naming of Sancho Pistola’s, a restaurant-bar in the Fishtown District that infuses Mexican food with other cuisines like American and Asian dishes. Owner Casey Parker shared one while mentioning the artwork, created by his wife, hanging on the walls showing the Sancho Panza, the sidekick character from the classic novel Don Quixote.
Fafara takes over as new director of Malvern Library
MALVERN — New Malvern Public Library Director Justine Fafara is pleased to be a new member of the Chester County Community. “Everything about this job is fun,” she said. The new library director hopes to be an advocate for public libraries, spend time getting to know residents and be a good team leader.
@Victory_Events girls’ recruit: Springside Chestnut Hill 2025 ATT Colin commits to Stevens Tech
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy 2025 attack Maille Colin has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Stevens Institute of Technology. High school: Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Philadelphia, PA. Position: Attack. Grad year: 2025. College committed to: Stevens Institute of Technology. Club team: Reign LC. Expected major: Business. Why did you...
Q&A: What Happens Now After Drexel and Salus Have Merged?
It’s official: Drexel University and Salus University have formally received approval to complete the corporate merger bringing Salus under Drexel’s enterprise. The merger recently received approval from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accrediting body, and the next step of this two-step process is expected to be completed within this upcoming year when the U.S. Department of Education approves the completion of the merger.
On and off rain keep us below 90
Tuesday holds on to clouds , keeping temperatures in the upper 80s. Another round of showers moves in overnight and could linger into Wednesday morning. But the rest of Wednesday and Thursday just has a few showers and a lot of clouds. Temperatures only amount to mid 80s. Its not until the weekend that we […]
PA Youth Vote working to energize young voters ahead of November election
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — As the 2024 election season intensifies and with Vice President Kamala Harris in the running to take over for Joe Biden on the presidential ticket, Democrats are hoping to energize a younger voter base.It's a strategy that Republicans are trying as well.Nonpartisan group PA Youth Vote joined CBS News Philadelphia to discuss the effort to court the youth vote.Philly Regional Organizer Kamryn Davis says the organization is trying to raise the importance of the youth vote in every election, not just when presidential candidates are on the ballot.As the group educates the public, some recurring...
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