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Tragic Story Sparks New Jersey Swimming Safety Conversation
Despite the depiction of Lifeguards on popular TV shows like "Baywatch", the reality is that these are important jobs and not overly glamorous. At the Jersey Shore, Lifeguards do more than just get a suntan each summer. Dating back to the late 1800s, the job of "Lifeguards" was given to...
Protect Your Home: How Burglars In New Jersey Are Outsmarting Security Systems
š® Terrifying new trend in home burglaries in New Jersey. š® Burglars are using new tech to stop you calling for help. š® Burglars can also wirelessly disable security cameras. A rise in high-end car thefts is driving a similar increase in home invasions as car thieves...
Girls volleyball: Returning All-State players for the 2024 season
New Jerseyās elite is prepared to return to the hardwood. The 2024 volleyball campaign is right around the corner and teams are gearing up for another chance at county, sectional and state trophies. Seven of the 24 All-State players from the 2023 campaign are back for more. Have a...
NJ Authorities are Searching for These Escaped Convicts
New Jersey corrections authorities are looking for three inmates who walked away from their community release programs. If you have information about their whereabouts, you are asked to call 9-1-1. All tips are confidential. You're reminded to never approach these subjects yourself. You could put yourself, or others around you...
2 Brooklyn men admit New Jersey robberies and Allentown conspiracy
NEWARK, Nj. -- Two Brooklyn, New York men admitted their roles in three gunpoint robberies of check cashing locations in different parts of New Jersey in 2021 and 2022, as well as conspiring to commit robberies in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's District of New Jersey Attorney's Office.
Creators of "Yall Drawn" hope it gives young Philadelphians a reality check
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - The red carpet is being rolled out as the City of Brotherly Love gets set to shine on the big screen.The movie, "Yall Drawn," premiered FridayĀ around the Delaware Valley, and will soon be released across the country.It's part comedy, mixed with exaggerated reality, and highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while also casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving teens and young people across the city."The overall goal is to get the message to the youth just so they can see from afar how they look," said Richard Harris.Richard Harris and Maurquis Boone helped produce, direct and star...
Philadelphia Folk Festival returns after 2023 cancellation
A lush 84 acres of working farmland is once again home to the Philadelphia Folk Festival.The festival had returned after being canceled last year."Our tickets sales have been great! We have a community that loves us and I think missed us," said Miles Thompson, president of the board of directors for the Philadelphia Folksong Society, which hosts the Philadelphia Folk Festival.The festival started Thursday night. Friday marked the first full day."We have 90 performances give or take, 60 performers happening on seven stages over three days and four nights," said festival artistic director Kimberly Sinclair.The music, vendors, food and fun...
Procrastinatorās guide to claiming your portion of the Philly water settlement
Timeās running out for Philly residents affected by last yearās chemical spill in the Delaware River to get their portion of the $2.7 million settlement agreed to earlier this year. That amount comes to at least $25 per person who survived the āPhiladelphia Wooder Wars of 2023ā ā...
New program prioritizes FAFSA help on the heels of student aid formās confusing rollout
The rocky rollout of this yearās Free Application for Federal Student Aid has prompted a local nonprofit to launch a new program to help students complete the application.
A Formula One arcade with simulated racing is coming to Center City
A new arcade will bring a simulated version of Formula One racing to Center City next year, offering a gaming venue and hangout for fans of a sport that's been rising in popularity in the United States. F1 Arcade, a concept first introduced in London, will open inside a 19,200-square-foot...
āA first step, but a significant stepā: Grant to help restore libraries in Philly schools
Funding cuts and downsizing over the years have reduced the ranks of Philadelphia school librarians to only a handful. But the school district is hoping to change that with a new federal grant.
Officials track down fugitive wanted for 2021 murder of 16-year-old outside Southwest Philly 7-Eleven
On Feb. 18, 2021, around 4 a.m., Kahlief Myrick was inside the store along 70th Street near Grovers Avenue, grabbing breakfast with his cousin when detectives say Donald Whittingham entered with a woman and tried to start trouble with the teen.
Harris mocks Trump with media advisory promoting his speech
With former President Trump set to speak to reporters at a press conference in New Jersey on Thursday afternoon, Vice President Harrisās campaign released a media advisory mocking him for being set to āhold another public meltdownā and ādeliver another self-obsessed rant.ā āNot so fresh off [his National Association of Black Journalists interview], Florida, andā¦
Supporting a local small business
Hoagie man Dennis Fink is a loyal customer of Tateās Good Food Restaurant, and he recently invited all of his customers to enjoy Sunday breakfast with him. Fink owns Finkās Hoagies, 4633 Princeton Ave. in Tacony. Tateās is at 8419 Torresdale Ave. in Holmesburg. Fink said small...
SISO Leadership Conference 2024 Focuses on Optimization
PHILADELPHIA ā The Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) held its annual Leadership Conference at the Pennsylvania Convention Center August 13-15, bringing together for-profit show organizers and suppliers/vendors for timely education and opportunities to form relationships in āThe City of Brotherly Love.ā. āThis yearās focus was around optimization,...
Weston Wilson becomes 1st Phillies rookie to hit for cycle with double in 8th inning vs. Nationals
PHILADELPHIA ā Just in case Weston Wilson needed a reminder on the hit he needed to complete the cycle ā Phillies fans chanted āDouble! Double!ā for his at-bat as a noisy cue ā Bryce Harper offered a helpful tip. āHarper was at the top (step)...
Church hosts inaugural apple festival
First Methodist Church of Moorestown will host its inaugural apple festival on Friday, Sept. 20, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is for all ages and will include seasonal activities, a variety of apple products, and kidsā crafts and games. Rain date is the following day. āFirst Methodist...
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