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Man standing on a corner hit by car and killed in Philadelphia, police say
A man is dead after being hit by a car in the Kensington section of Philadelphia on Wednesday evening, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. The crash happened on the corner of Frankford and East Allegheny avenues just after 7 p.m., police said. A black Toyota sedan...
Former CEO Sentenced for Fraud and Corruption
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Abdur Rahim Islam, the former CEO of Universal Community Homes (UCH) and Universal Education Companies (UEC), has been sentenced to 84 months in prison. United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced the decision on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Islam’s sentence follows convictions on 18 counts of fraud, corruption, and tax charges.
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Philadelphia as New Homeport
Norwegian Cruise Line will become the first cruise line to sail from Philadelphia in over 15 years as it announced a 2026 homeporting program from the city with the Norwegian Jewel. On April 16, 2026, the ship will start a program of seven-to-nine-day cruises to Bermuda. Departing from the SouthPort...
Another jet ski abandoned on Philly street with same name written on its side
PHILADELPHIA - More questions arise as the mystery of Philadelphia's abandoned jet skis deepens. A second jet ski was dumped illegally on North 5th Street near Lehigh Avenue in the city's northern section. The unusual discovery comes just two weeks after a different jet ski was abandoned on the same...
Giants owner admits brutal truth about Saquon Barkley
This offseason, longtime New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley ultimately left the New York Giants and signed with the division rival Philadelphia Eagles. And it sounds like that exact situation was something that team owner John Mara was hoping that the team would be able to avoid. During...
September Is When Wawa and Sheetz Will Officially Collide
A Wawa store is expected to open in September in central Pennsylvania and the heart of Sheetz territory. Wawa is slated to open its first Dauphin County store in Middletown, Central Pennsylvania, on Sept. 18. Its part of a vanguard of 40 Wawa locations planned in that region by 2030.
Eagles Player Drops Hint About Jason Kelce's Potential Return to Team
Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson hinted Wednesday afternoon that longtime center and NFL legend Jason Kelce might make a return to the Eagles. Johnson shared insights on the "Up and Adams Show" hosted by Kay Adams, revealing that Kelce has been a frequent presence at the ...
Pa. company laying off 70 people
The Radian Group, a mortgage insurance company, is laying off approximately 70 people in Chester County. Radian Group Inc. filed a WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act) notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry informing that state it is laying off the employees at 550 East Swedesford Road in Tredyffrin Township near Wayne.
Bryce Harper ‘has the best sense of humor’ MLB fans claim after his in-game interview ‘burn’ towards Phillies teammate
THE Philadelphia Phillies had a record number of All Stars this year, and they had fun together out on the field. During the All Star game, Fox Sports put mics on Bryce Harper, Alec Bohm, and Trea Turner to allow the to talk together during the second inning. While miced...
Ex-Cowboys Starter Could Sign with Eagles in Free Agency
The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with a few veterans in 2024 and one former starter could become a late pickup for the Philadelphia Eagles. While Jayron Kearse carved out a role as the Cowboys’ starting safety, he has been a free agent since the end of last season. SI.com...
I regret to inform you the Eagles have reloaded once more
The 2023 Philadelphia Eagles were the 2020 Pittsburgh Steelers in disguise. The 2020 Steelers started out 11-0 as whispers of fraudulence followed them to the top of the NFL standings. They finished that season on a 1-5 streak capped by an ignominious loss to Baker Mayfield as a home favorite in the Wild Card round.
Former Flyers goalie puts Haddonfield, NJ, house back on the market
Former Flyers goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov's Haddonfield house is back on the market. The luxurious 8,600-square foot house features five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, a wine cellar and a 19-foot-tall fireplace. Asking price?. $3.4 million. Here is the description from the Zillow listing:. Welcome to 401 Loucroft Rd, a unique blend...
Hilltown police say woman on video call when man threatened to kill her with knife
A 20-year-old Hilltown man is facing multiple felony charges after he allegedly stabbed a woman and repeatedly threatened to kill her while she was on a video call with a friend. The friend and his mother told police that Jacob Cantando, of the Blooming Glen section of Hilltown, had a...
Horror Help Wanted: Opening Casting Call at Valley of Fear in Feasterville, PA
How would you like to be a part of the cast in the deepest, darkest, and most horrifying woods in Bucks County?. Valley of Fear is looking for help for the 2024 season. You're in luck. Organizers of Valley of Fear and the Original Haunted Hayride in Feasterville are looking for cast members for its upcoming 34th year of fear.
Bucks County mom has new robotic arm thanks to occupational therapy team at Widener
CHESTER, Pa. (CBS) -- A Bucks County mom has a new robotic arm, thanks to an occupational therapy team at Widener University.Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm. "It has enabled me to be more independent," Nedza said. The invention was created in an occupational therapy lab at Widener in Chester, Delaware County. Two graduate occupational therapy students and a professor were eager to help a stranger who reached out on a whim."They were really receptive and responsive right away," Nedza said.But it...
Did tornado touch down in Bucks County? When will power come back on in Upper Black Eddy
Thousands are still without power in Bucks County on Wednesday after a brief but powerful thunderstorm tore through the region Tuesday evening. Upper Bucks seemed to be hit hardest, and one family saw two trees crash down on their home. Parts of Durham Township may be in the dark until Friday night, according...
Thousands without power after severe storms hit central Pa.
More than 28,000 Pennsylvanians do not have electricity Wednesday morning, hours after thunderstorms with powerful winds lashed the midstate. Nearly 10,000 PPL customers reported outages as of 6:30 a.m. Wednesday. About 2,000 of those outages are in Lancaster County, and another nearly 3,000 are in Chester County. PPL estimated power...
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