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Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
Dr. Reale Named 2024-25 CASAA Community of Practice Director
The Center for Antiracist Scholarship, Advocacy, and Action (CASAA) Leadership Team appointed Dr. Michelle Reale, professor and access services and outreach librarian, as the CASAA Community of Practice Director for the 2024-2025 academic year. Dr. Reale has served as a recent CASAA Scholar-Advocate, created Arcadia’s Reckoning with Race workshops, and...
Families take advantage of beautiful weather at The Oval in Philadelphia
A beautiful start to the weekend in Philadelphia with low humidity and not-so-high temperatures brought families out to Eakins Oval on Saturday night."I came out to bring my grandchildren to have fun and enjoy the weather," said Eileen Godfrey of Brewerytown.The kids were out to play and luckily weren't breaking a sweat."It's a great night and we're big fans of The Oval. We played nine holes of mini golf, it's great to be out here with everybody," explained Patrick Morgan of Mount Airy.Families said the weather was too good to just spend the night indoors.Music, games, and food have taken...
Philadelphia region enjoying the first dry weekend since Memorial Day
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- This weekend is the first without rainy weather this summer for the Philadelphia area.It's hard to believe, but each of the past nine weekends have featured everything from a light shower to severe storms. The last time we enjoyed a fully dry weekend was May 25-26, which was the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. By the way, it rained on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Along with our dry weekend, we will also have sunshine and seasonable temperatures, with highs in the upper 80s to near 90. Perhaps the best news of all is the much lower...
Philadelphia Greets a Summer Splendor with Sunny Skies and Warm Temps Set the Scene for Outdoor Fun
As Philadelphians look up to a mostly sunny sky today, they're in for a warm summer treat with temperatures climbing towards the upper 80s, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service. The forecast reveals a pattern of mild winds and clear nights for the weekend, setting the stage for outdoor activities and night-time strolls under the stars, the city settles into a comfortable groove of summer weather that beckons residents outdoors.
Offers and Social Media Reactions from Friday's Lasch Bash + White Out camp
On Friday, Penn State held the first day of their final summer event of the year, their annual Lasch Bash and also hosted their final camp of the summer, their White Out camp at Beaver Stadium. Below, you can see who the Nittany Lions offered on Friday as well as a handful of social media reactions.
Bensalem Police Seeking Identity of Alleged Retail Theft Suspect at ACME
A recent retail theft at an Acme is being investigated by Bensalem Police and they are asking for the public’s help in identifying the alleged suspect. Bensalem Police say they are investigating a retail theft at the Acme located at 2301 Bristol Road on July 24, 2024. It was reported that an unknown white male entered the store at approximately 1 p.m. and stole seven cases of Twisted Tea Lights, valuing $134.00. The actor then fled on foot without paying for the merchandise.
Parents Face New Charges in the Death of 12-Year-Old Malinda Hoagland
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County District Attorney’s Office announced additional charges this week in the tragic case of 12-year-old Malinda Hoagland’s death. Her father, Rendell Hoagland, 52, and his partner, Cindy Warren, 45, of West Caln Township, now face charges of First Degree Murder, Second Degree Murder, Third Degree Murder, Involuntary Servitude, and other related offenses. Both defendants remain in custody without bail at Chester County Prison. Prosecutors have stated their intention to seek the death penalty.
Dave Dombrowski discusses move to get Carlos Estévez and if any other moves for Phillies are coming
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Dave Dombrowski knew it was a seller's market at this trade deadline. The Philadelphia Phillies general manager had to be aggressive to get the impact player that was going to help his team win a World Series. Enter Carlos Estévez. The Phillies acquired Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels during Saturday's victory over the Cleveland Guardians, giving up Double-A starting pitcher Sam Aldegheri (No. 23 ranked prospect by MLB.com) and High-A starting pitcher George Klassen (No. 28). Both players were rising prospects in the Phillies system, a price to pay for an elite closer in Major League Baseball. "It's going...
Mullet grand champion at Lebanon Area Fair had great hair - and the painted-on abs helped
It might have been a bit more than just the mullet that won Drew Zimmerman, 12, the grand champion trophy at the first-ever mullet contest at the Lebanon Area Fair. He believes the painted-on abs helped. ...
Former Harrisburg Mall tenant finds new home
An AT&T store will open at High Pointe Commons. AT&T has leased 1,600 square feet of space at High Pointe Commons, a 324,322-square-foot shopping center in Swatara Township. The store will be located next to the FedEx store. The AT&T store is tentatively scheduled to open on Sept. 30 and...
Controversial Philadelphia radio host makes return
Howard Eskin is expected to host his weekend show on SportsRadio 94WIP this Saturday for the first time in nearly one month. Eskin has been off-air from his weekend show since June 29. Earlier this month, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported Eskin had been accused of making an unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at Citizens Read more... The post Howard Eskin reportedly returning to WIP for first time since ‘unwelcome kiss’ allegations appeared first on Awful Announcing.
60-year-old diner in New Jersey being reduced to rubble
A generations-old diner in the Garden State is fading into the history books today. The Penn Queen Diner on Route 130 in Pennsauken, just a few minutes from the Betsy Ross Bridge, is being demolished. A short video published to the Pennsauken Talks Facebook group Tuesday showed construction equipment chipping...
Witness describes fiery Black Horse Pike crash that killed 2 people, injured 7
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — When Chris Wilson came up to a car on fire from a four-car accident on the Black Horse Pike Friday night, he knew he had to help. Wilson, 46, of Vineland was headed to Rainbow Sushi in Ventnor with a friend when he noticed a silver Nissan Sentra about 70 yards away from his car. Two people were killed and seven others injured in the accident, police said.
Frackers Are Spraying Toxic Wastewater on Pennsylvania Roads Despite Seven-Year Ban
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Siri Lawson and her husband live on a stamp of wooded, hilly land in Warren County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the state’s rural northwest corner. In the summer heat, cars traveling on the county’s dirt roads cast plumes of dust in their wake. Winter’s chill can cause a hazardous film of ice to spawn on paved roads. To protect motorists from both slippery ice and vision-impairing dust, communities across Pennsylvania coat these roads with large, cheap volumes of de-icing and dust-suppressing fluids. In Lawson’s case, her township had been using oil and gas wastewater as a dust suppressant, believing the material was effective.
Broadband authority OKs $20M for laptops
(The Center Square) — The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority voted Thursday to spend $20 million on more than 14,000 laptops to grow internet access in the commonwealth. The unanimous vote allows the Authority to award between 20 and 200 laptops to libraries, schools, municipalities and other groups. So far, 130 groups have applied to the […]
Historic Mill at Anselma Celebrates Waterwheel Restoration
CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — The Mill at Anselma held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, July 13, 2024, to mark the completion of its waterwheel restoration. This achievement was made possible through the support of donors, volunteers, and restoration experts from Martin Dustless Blasting, The Carboline Company, and James Hudson Painting. The restoration is a pivotal step in preparing for the America’s 250th celebration.
In Philly, demand is ‘overwhelming’ for Pa.’s LIHEAP air conditioner program
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Kimyatta Connor does not have any air conditioning in her two-story home in Philadelphia’s Hunting...
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