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Kipona Festival returns in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg’s Kipona Festival has returned. The three day festival kicked off Saturday. It’s a massive multi-cultural celebration featuring vendors, food trucks, and more. “Its cross cultural and I think its very important, even for those who don’t live in the city or work...
A doughnut shop and Labor Day closings
Happy Labor Day. That's right. Today is the unofficial end of summer. Labor Day celebrates the "social and economic achievements of American workers," according to the United States Department of Labor. Its roots come from the late 1800s when activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the contributions workers have made to America. ...
New Jersey Drivers to Pay More to Cross Into PA
Bad news for anyone who plans to drive into Pennsylvania. The Delaware River Port Authority has raised the cost of tolls on 4 major bridges into the Keystone State. Effective immediately, the cost to cross the Walt Whitman, Betsy Ross, and Commodore Barry Bridges will rise twenty percent, from five dollars to six.
Inflation explained: It seems everything is more expensive than 5 years ago. Here's why.
Sep. 1—As she walked the aisles of Walmart in Frazer, Ashley Williams of Pittsburgh's Morningside neighborhood wanted to know the "mathematics behind" the rising cost of milk, eggs and other staples. Terry Riehle of Greensburg struggled to understand why Land O'Lakes cheese costs more per pound than most cuts of meat at Shop 'n Save in Greensburg. Jennifer Vislosky of Verona wondered aloud how ...
These Five Chester County High Schools Made the Top 20 in Pennsylvania
Five Chester County high schools are in the top 20 in PA, according to the Best High Schools list from U.S. News & World Report. Five Chester County high schools are in the top 20 in The Keystone State, according to the 2023-2024 Best High Schools list from U.S. News & World Report.
Pa. Lt. Gov. Austin Davis pitches state contracting to Black-owned businesses, touts 30% jump as progress
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Pennsylvania state agencies were encouraged to spend more taxpayer money with minority-owned and veteran-owned small businesses over the past two years and did just that, government contracting data shows.
Braves’ Spencer Schwellenbach may have helped expose the Phillies’ offense as frauds
Spencer Schwellenbach has become quite the weapon for the Atlanta Braves. He's been especially good against their division rivals from Philadelphia in his rookie season as well. Schwellenbach has faced the Phillies twice so far in 2024 and he's put them on notice both times. Not only that, he's exposed...
Temple University warns of phone scam where caller impersonated police
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Temple University Department of Public Safety is warning parents of a phone scam involving a caller who impersonated school police.In a social media post, the department said Temple Police were notified on Aug. 31, 2024 that two parents got calls from a 215-area code phone number from someone who identified themselves as a Temple police officer.According to the school, the caller told the parents that their sons were arrested and they needed to send money for their release through Apple Pay or Cash App. "Both parents knew this to be a scam, did not send any money, and confirmed the well-being of their sons. Our Temple University Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating these two incidents," the department said.If a student is arrested, Temple Police said officers and detectives will never call parents or guardians to request money for their child's release.Parents or students who get similar calls are urged to report them to the Temple University Police Department at 215-204-1234.
Drexel Rallies From Four Goals Down to Draw with Lehigh in Historic Comeback, 4-4
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - The Drexel women's soccer team rallied from a four-goal deficit to draw with Lehigh, 4-4, Sunday night at Vidas Field. The comeback was the biggest in program history. The Mountain Hawks picked up their first goal within the first minute of the game. Ester Brossard earned the...
Former Flyer Bernie Parent reacts to deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Former Philadelphia Flyer and two-time Stanley Cup champion Bernie Parent said the deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau are a huge loss for not only the hockey community but the world."It was terrible, terrible news," he said. "They were two great individuals."Parent said he first met the two brothers a few years ago. He said they were also recently at a gathering together. "It just felt so good to be surrounded by those two individuals that represented the game so well," he said.Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were hit by a car and killed Thursday night, while they were...
Find out where Jason Kelce and his wife are planning to live following his retirement
Jason Kelce and wife Kylie Kelce are sticking to Philadelphia like glue. The couple revealed they’d like to remain there even after his retirement from the NFL, as he embarks on his new career as a commentator on “Monday Night Countdown.”. Jason Kelce shared the news during ESPN’s...
Sixers Rookie Jared McCain Speaks About The Hate And Criticism He’s Facing For His TikTok Videos And Painted Nails
The Philadelphia 76ers selected Jared McCain as the No. 16 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. However, even before his NBA career officially begins, the young rookie has already found himself in the spotlight for reasons unrelated to basketball. McCain has been the subject of criticism due to his...
Allentown Fair crowns a new 'Iron Chef' in culinary classic showdown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Chef Ryan Lukow unseated reigning champion Chef Courtney Davenport on Sunday to win the Allentown Fair’s annual Iron Chef cooking competition. Lukow, who works as the sous chef of Savory Grille in Hereford Township, Berks County, blocked a three-peat for Davenport, executive sous chef at The Shelby in Lower Macungie Township, who won the contest in 2022 and 2023.
Cope’s Corn building destroyed in 1974 fire that killed owner [Lancaster That Was]
Excerpts and summaries of news stories from the former Intelligencer Journal, Lancaster New Era and Sunday News that focus on the events in the county's past that are noteworthy, newsworthy or just strange. 25 years ago. In September 1999, officials had decided that a longtime Lancaster landmark was due for...
This Delaware doughnut shop inspires lines at the door and sells out within 2 hours
The first customer arrived before 7 a.m. Bleary eyed, nearly sleepwalking, she pushed at the door. No dice. Sleeping Bird Doughnuts wouldn't be open for another hour. But...
Homicide by Vehicle Charges Filed After Victim of February Crash on Route 309 Dies from Injuries
A Bucks County man is facing upgraded charges of homicide by vehicle after the victim of a February crash on Route 309 died from injuries sustained in the incident. Court records show Daniel Selby Jr., 31, of Fountainville, was officially charged Thursday afternoon with felony counts of homicide by vehicle while DUI, homicide by vehicle, and accidents involving death or injury while not licensed, stemming from the Feb. 10 incident in Lower Gwynedd Township.
MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
MCCC is seeking applications Payroll Administrator, Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift, and Student Accounting Assistant. Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications Payroll Administrator, Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift, and Student Accounting Assistant. Payroll Administrator. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, Disbursement Management, the Payroll Administrator is responsible...
LED billboard and discussion on single-use plastic ban on September 3rd agenda in Whitpain
On the September 3rd agenda for the Whitpain Township Board of Supervisors is a public hearing involving a LED advertising billboard facing the turnpike at 1625 Union Hill Road in Blue Bell (Whitpain Township) (pictured above) and a “public discussion” about a single-use plastics ordinance. You can view the full agenda here.
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