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CHOP doctor struck, killed while riding in bike lane near Rittenhouse Square
A pediatric doctor and chief resident at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was killed while riding her bike in Center City on Wednesday night. According to police, the deadly crash happened along the 1800 block of Spruce Street, near Rittenhouse Square at about 7 p.m., on July 17, 2024. On...
Denis O'Brien named Drexel's interim president after John Fry departed for Temple
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Drexel University students have a new leader after former president John Fry left for Temple University. The Board of Trustees on Tuesday appointed Denis O'Brien as Drexel's interim president.As the former executive of Exelon Corporation, O'Brien has his MBA from Drexel's Bennett S. LeBow College of Business and has served on the board for 20 years."It's an honor to serve in this role during Drexel's time of transition," O'Brien said in a news release. "As an alumnus and member of Drexel's Board for more than 20 years, I have witnessed first-hand the University's trajectory to excellence. I...
Neighborhoods in Pa. cities can get up to 13 degrees hotter due to urban environment
On hot days, it can feel hotter in some Pennsylvania cities, according to a new analysis by Climate Central, a non-profit science communications group. That’s because of the urban heat-island index – additional heat absorbed and released by buildings, roads, and pavement. The study showed that Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Wilkes-Barre all felt at least 8 degrees hotter, with some regions of the cities feeling up to 13 degrees hotter.
Greater Philadelphia Film Office Pushes for Increased Film Tax Credits
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Greater Philadelphia Film Office (GPFO) is doubling down on its efforts to advocate for increased funding in the Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit program. The recently passed 2024-25 Pennsylvania state budget did not include any additional funds, raising concerns about the state’s competitiveness in attracting film and production work.
Wistar Institute opens research center dedicated to finding an HIV cure
The Wistar Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to biomedical research, is investing $24 million to advance its efforts to identify a cure for HIV. Part of the goal in creating a center at a second Philadelphia campus is to find a vaccine to immunize against the virus or a way to eradicate the virus once people have contracted it – or both, said Dr. Dario Altieri, Wistar's president and CEO.
Philadelphia Police Appeal for Help in Search for Missing 14-Year-Old Amor Hartsfield
The Philadelphia Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the community in the urgent search for Amor Hartsfield, a 14-year-old girl reported missing since July 15. According to the police, Amor was last seen on her home, the 2200 block of South Beechwood Street, at about 6:13 p.m. Described as...
The next recruits for the Wilmington PD are already training to become police officers
The 103rd Wilmington Police Academy is underway. The academy started on Monday morning with six recruits who completed the application and selection process. The recruits were selected from the 77 men and women who applied for the Wilmington Police Department. “We are excited to welcome the members of our latest...
Animal shelters and rescues halt out-of-state intake, adoptions, due to Canine Influenza outbreak
Out-of-state dog transports are suspended for 30 days as shelters grapple with an outbreak of Canine Influenza. The control order issued last week mandates all Delaware shelters and rescues suspend out-of-state transports, as well as out-of-state intakes or adoptions. State Veterinarian Karen Lopez confirmed Friday three shelters and one rescue...
Bardea owners to open new Italian restaurant in Wilmington's DE.CO food hall
The owners of several Bardea restaurant operations in Wilmington plan to open a full-service Italian restaurant this fall inside the city's DE.CO Food Hall, Delaware Online/The News Journal has learned. It will join two Bardea-run fast-casual stalls Pizzeria Bardea and Taqueria El Chingon already operating now at the food hall inside the DuPont...
Newark Police search for driver in hit and run
Newark Police Department responded to the area of northbound South College Avenue, in the area of Plymouth Drive Tuesday morning for a seriously injured 67 year old man. New Castle County Police had found the man and believe that he had been struck by a vehicle at around 5:30 a.m.
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch for Southeast Pa. Wednesday night
The National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch at 9:52 p.m. on Wednesday in effect until 10 p.m. for Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery, Northampton and Philadelphia counties. Staying safe as lightning approaches: Expert advice. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with...
Back-to-School Supplies: Collections, Giveaways, and More!
Get ready, families of New Castle County! The countdown has begun, and the first day of school for your little ones is just around the corner. Contact Captain Shughart at tina.shughart@cj.state.de.us to coordinate large drop-offs. Trinity Presbyterian Church. 1120 Darley Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810. Drop off Items in the Lobby.
Delaware fails a health care test, school employee charged with rape, All-Star preview
Good morning, Small Wonder. Today is a VERY exciting day for me. Why, you ask?. Because it’s National Hot Dog Day, National Lottery Day and National Tattoo Day, and I have stories for you about all of these things, as they pertain to Delaware. Enjoy!. Taco Reho turns National...
U.S. News & World Report Ranks ChristianaCare No. 1 in Delaware
For its Delaware hospitals, ChristianaCare has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for 13 conditions and two procedures. High Performing is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. ChristianaCare is also ranked as the […] The post U.S. News ... Read More
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