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If You’re at the Jersey Shore, You’re Going to Get Flagged
Flags aren't in this idyllic Jersey shore beach scene but chances are you'll spot them dotting the landscape and at people's homes the next time you pay a visit to the shore. Delco pride finds its way to the Jersey Shore every summer when Delco flags go on display at the beach and at nearby summer homes.
6 PA Cities Are Considered The Dirtiest In The Country
It's no secret that cities are not usually extremely clean. It's really hard to keep areas extremely clean when they're extremely overly populated plus the heart for hustle and bustle. Anytime you visit a major city, you probably aren't shocked to see gum smashed into the concrete, garbage blowing in...
These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region
The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options. The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. Ambler: A Culinary and Cultural Hub.
Heavy rain floods parts of South Jersey as Philadelphia residents contend with storms, humidity
Residents across the Delaware Valley faced downpours, thunderstorms, strong winds, and humid weather on Sunday.In South Jersey, relentless rain left parts of the area underwater.To avoid the high waters, one woman was seen using a paddle board to get her and two children through flooded streets.Heavy rain floods parts of South Jersey as Philadelphia residents brace storms, humidityIn Ocean City, 31st and Simpson streets were inundated.Another man was seen pushing water out of his vehicle after learning the hard way you cannot drive through high water, even in a truck.First responders were also on Interstate 76 in Camden after a...
Jefferson Abington cited for excessive force against a patient
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported today that surveyors issued Jefferson Abington Hospital an “immediate jeopardy warning” after determining a security guard used excessive force against a psychiatric patient on April 23. According to the story, the guard wrestled the patient to the ground and held down their head and...
Parked vehicles with illegally tinted windows in Philadelphia can now be ticketed
Philadelphia car owners with illegally tinted windows could be ticketed starting Monday.At Select Auto Glass Plus in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, they know the law when it comes to window tint.But the law is changing in the city.The new rule will target cars that are parked.In Pennsylvania, cars can have tint rated up to 70% Visible Light Transmittance - or VLT - in the side windows and rear windshield.This means vehicle windows must allow 70% of light to pass through."That's a very light tint," Fred Rivera, owner of Select Auto Glass Plus. "The Pennsylvania law has always been 70%,...
Union sues Philadelphia over requirement that city workers return to the office full time
A union that represents thousands of Philadelphia city employees asked a judge Tuesday to block Mayor Cherelle Parker’s requirement that they return to their offices full time as of July 15. The lawsuit, filed by District Council 47 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, claims the mandate violates its contract and will harm city workers. The union, which represents 6,000 administrative and supervisory employees, also filed an unfair-practices complaint with the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board.Parker announced the mandate in May, saying she wanted to create a more visible and accessible government. The decision ended the city’s...
Segment of Washington Ln in Jenkintown to close from July 8 – Aug 2
Jenkintown Borough officials announced today that Washington Lane between Township Line Road and York Road will be closed to through traffic from Monday, July 8 until Friday, August 2. Residents and businesses located on this segment of Washington Lane will still have access to their properties during the closure but...
Jet ski abandoned over a year ago on busy Philly street finally collected after social media campaign
PHILADELPHIA - The City of Philadelphia gave an update on its citywide cleaning program, saying it has cleaned more than 5,000 blocks since the program launched last month. But, one eyesore people in Callowhill say they’ve been dealing with for months in the form of an abandoned jet-ski, illegally dumped in a tow-away zone, right off the Vine Street Expressway. The mess hit social media and the city took quick action.
Thousands ticketed in Philly crackdown on sidewalk parking and ADA violations
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. About a month and a half into an enhanced enforcement effort, the Philadelphia Parking Authority has ticketed thousands of drivers for parking on the sidewalk and violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Apartment fire displaces dozens of residents, pets in Port Richmond
PORT RICHMOND - Dozens of people are out of their homes after a fire at a Port Richmond apartment complex. "As soon as I realized this was an emergency, we needed to evacuate, make sure everybody was safe," resident Marian Flood stated. Resident Em Olshefski remarked, "The fire department did...
Philadelphia Zoo celebrates 150th anniversary
On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July 1, 1874. On Monday, the Philadelphia Zoo celebrated 150 years since they first opened their gates on July...
Former Philadelphia City Councilmember Joan Levy Specter, known for championing human rights, dies at 90
This story originally appeared on 6abc. Former Philadelphia City Councilmember Joan Levy Specter, who was married to late Pennsylvania Senator Arlen Specter, has died, officials say. Council President Kenyatta Johnson released a statement Sunday confirming her death. She was 90 years old. In his statement, Johnson wrote, “I remember my...
Apartments in Philly Are Shrinking, Which Can Have a Major Impact on the City’s Demographics
The average size of a Philadelphia apartment is among the smallest in the nation, and that is a trend that will likely continue as even smaller apartments will get built. The average size of Philadelphia apartments are among the smallest in the nation, and are projected to become even smaller with the current pipeline of multifamily construction, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Howl at the Moon and Down Nightclub closing in Philly, effective July 1
On Monday, Howl at the Moon announced on social media that it will be closing its Philadelphia location which also houses its Down Nightclub effective July 1, 2024. The abrupt announcement comes after the establishment has been in Center City for more than a decade. Howl at the Moon posted...
Independence Day festivities kick off in Philadelphia a few days early
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philly is kicking off the Independence Day festivities a few days early. Fireworks lit up the sky Saturday night on the Delaware River Waterfront."The weather is great, and I think this is like the perfect environment to kind of ring in the July 4th weekend," said Sheega Abraham, who was visiting Philly with her family from North Jersey.At Penn's Landing, families were also treated to a free patriotic concert by the United States Army Band."This is a beautiful atmosphere, it's a great place to be and I'm so glad this band came from Washington, D.C. to be...
Free July 4th Wawa Welcome America concert, fireworks. Here's how to watch
The biggest July 4th party in Philadelphia in the summer of 2024 takes over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with a concert headlined by popstar Kesha and R&B star NE-YO before a fantastic fireworks show to wrap up 16 days of free Wawa Welcome America fun. Here is your guide to...
The Royal in Glenside will open its doors during the 4th of July parade
The Royal Music & Arts Center in Glenside will be hosting a 4th of July open house-style event at 4:00pm during the parade. Guests are invited to stop by for hot dogs, water, concessions, candy, air conditioning and more. For more details, you can click here or check out the...
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