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William Penn Foundation awards $24 million to Philadelphia nonprofits
The William Penn Foundation in Philadelphia has awarded $24 million in grants to eight nonprofits in the city, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. Part of the foundation’s giving to capital projects, the funding is only available to capital projects in existing buildings. The latest round of grant recipients include organizations focused on arts and culture as well as the environment and public spaces. Recipients include the Center City District ($2 million), Fairmount Park Conservancy ($5 million), Mann Center for the Performing Arts ($2 million), Philadelphia Ballet ($2 million), Philadelphia Clef Club ($2 million), Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center ($5 million), Philadelphia Soccer 2026 ($3 million), and Philadelphia Zoo ($3 million).
Bob’s Discount Furniture presents $37,000 donation to Family Promise
Bob’s Discount Furniture recently presented a $37,000 check to Family Promise, a nonprofit organization to assist the homeless. Funds were raised as part of the furniture company’s Café Collections for a Cause program, held from April 1 to June 30, 2024. Guests in all of Bob’s locations coast-to-cost contributed to the fundraising campaign, and Bob’s matched every donation dollar-for-dollar, said a Bob’s press release.
Bruce Springsteen Returns to Philadelphia in Fine Form (Photos + Setlists)
The Boss ran the show last week in Philadelphia – two shows, in fact. After a sudden postponement last year, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band finally returned to our city for a double header at Pierre’s Good Citizens Park, a.k.a. Citizen’s Bank Park. WMMR had...
Key component of nuclear fusion research tastes great on sandwiches
Bethlehem, Pa. — Engineers at Lehigh University are using an unexpected ingredient as a model for plasma, the supercharged matter that makes up the sun. By using the stand-in material, researchers can test and observe a key aspect of nuclear fusion reactions without applying intense heat and pressure. Nuclear fusion drives the sun's energy output, and on a small manmade scale it's a promising future source of nearly limitless, "clean" energy. Ideal nuclear fusion reactions have been performed successfully in lab settings a few times,...
Teamsters call strike for Bethlehem Area secretaries ahead of 1st day of school
Clerical and secretarial employees with the Bethlehem Area School District won’t be joining their colleagues on Monday for the district’s first day of school. Teamsters Local 773 has called a strike for the employees over a contract impasse, the Bethlehem Area School District said in an alert on Sunday night.
Philly is Winning Championships; You Just Didn’t Know It
Philly’s Sports Teams Are Still Bringing Home the Brass. Philly Sports NEVER stops winning. It’s true. Sure, the Eagles were looking to do anything in Tampa in January besides playing in a playoff game; the Sixers lost to some of Jay Wright’s finest Villanova talent, the Phillies didn’t hit last year in September, and the Flyers are, well…
Reading drops heatbreaker to Binghamton despite brilliant performance from Eiberson Castellano
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. - Reading starting pitcher Eiberson Castellano twirled another gem, but Binghamton prevailed in a 2-1 pitcher's duel on Sunday at Mirabito Stadium. In four starts this month, Castellano has a 1.64 ERA and has struck out 32 batters in 22 innings. After surrendering a solo home run to Jaylen Palmer in the first inning, the 23-year old right-hander allowed only one more hit over the final five innings while striking out 11.
Philadelphia Police Investigate Multiple Incidents Across the City Overnight
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Authorities are investigating several serious incidents that occurred across Philadelphia on Sunday, August 25, 2024, including a death investigation, vandalism, a stabbing, and a shooting. Death Investigation…
“Farewell to What?” Bruce Springsteen Unloads Epic Rant on Retirement Plans
Before there was Zach Bryan, there was Bruce Springsteen. Long before American Songwriter noted eerie parallels between the two artists, the “Dancing in the Dark” singer was tapping into the Middle America zeitgeist. Now, 60 years after he got his start, The Boss would like to make it clear that there is Zach Bryan, and there is still Bruce Springsteen. The “Born in the USA” legend recently revealed his retirement plans—or lack thereof.
@Victory_Events girls’ recruit: Upper Merion 2025 MID/DEF Dougherty commits to Stockton
Upper Merion 2025 midfielder Elisa Dougherty has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Stockton University. High school: Upper Merion High School, King of Prussia, PA. Club team: None (Phantastix through 9th grade) Lacrosse Honors: Frontier Division (PAC), 2nd Team All-Conference, Mercury All-Area, Honorable Mention. Academic honors: National Honor Society,...
Philadelphia Marathon announces prize money for nonbinary category
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Philadelphia Marathon will have prize money and awards for the top finishers in three gender categories — men, women and nonbinary — in the open division of its races this year, city officials announced Thursday.The change applies to all three races that are part of the marathon weekend on Nov. 23 and 24 — a half-marathon and 8K on Saturday and a marathon on Sunday. The open division refers to the races for nonprofessional athletes; the change does not affect the professional men's and women's races.According to the website, the first male, female and nonbinary runners in...
Abington police searching for owner of lost dog
The Abington Township Police Department is searching for the owner(s) of the golden retriever pictured above. He/she was found this morning on the 900 block of Penn Avenue. If you are the owner or know who the owner is, please contact the department at 267-536-1100. For all the latest news,...
Man injured at South Jersey beach after possible shark bite
A man was injured at a beach in South Jersey on Sunday after a possible shark bite.It happened at approximately 9:30 a.m. at Surrey Avenue Beach in Ventnor.The Ventnor City Beach Patrol told Action News a man was in the water when his hand may have been bitten by a shark.Authorities say they are still working to confirm the details, but a shark was not spotted in the water.The man was taken to the hospital for treatment and is expected to be OK.Beachgoers are now only allowed into the water up to their knees until local leaders say otherwise.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered * More New Jersey news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts * Follow us on YouTube Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Ennis Hints at Positive News for Next Fight, Potential Unification with Norman Jr. Clash
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis posted on social media, hinting about positive news for his next fight. He’s in negotiations with WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. The Boots vs. Norman Jr. 147-lb unification fight is rumored to occur on November 9th in Philadelphia. Brian’s dad, Norman Sr., said the fight is “99%” happening. They’re waiting on Top Rank to negotiate the deal with IBF welterweight champion Boots Ennis’ promoters at Matchroom.
Nearby: Juvenile Missing from Warminster Group Home Since Friday
The Warminster Township Police Department is seeking to locate a 17-year-old male who walked away from his group home in the township. He was last seen wearing black pants, black sweatshirt, and black backpack. The juvenile male has a light scar on the right side of his forehead. Please contact...
‘Is that a trick question?’ bemused Stephen A. Smith says on First Take after QB comparision for 2024 NFL season
STEPHEN A. Smith has never shied away from an opportunity to dig at the Dallas Cowboys. Such an opportunity presented itself during Friday’s broadcast of First Take on ESPN when the topic of Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott arose. Host Molly Qerim asked Smith, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, and Andrew Hawkins whether they expected Prescott or […]
Scam callers will rush you into handing over personal data; FBI says: First, 'take a beat'
A new FBI campaign aims of stop the rise of identity theft throughout the country. It’s called “Take a Beat,” and its goal is to get potential victims to take a breath, take a moment, and think critically about what’s happening.
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