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The Philadelphia Eagles Will Trade Jalen Hurts to the Las Vegas Raiders
Howie Roseman is an elite general manager at the NFL level. Time and time again, he performs “salary cap gymnastics” to put the best possible talent on the field for the Philadelphia Eagles. While these moves might seem brilliant in the present moment, the dollars spent always have to be accounted for eventually. The Jalen Hurts contract was a huge signing. The five-year, $255 million deal remains one of the largest contracts ever for an NFL athlete. Signing Hurts to an extension made sense when Roseman put together the offer. But after a disappointing end to last season, is it time for the Eagles to think about their future plans? If so, a Jalen Hurts trade would provide them with cash and salary cap relief, which they could use to extend more of their homegrown talent.
Christmas comes for Eagles fans
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It is officially football season. The Eagles training camp is underway as of July 24. For the next 29 weeks, assuming the Eagles make it to the Super Bowl LIX New Orleans, it is football season. And thank heavens for that.
It Sounds Like Mayor Parker’s Return-to-Office Plan Isn’t Going So Well
"It's been pure chaos," one city worker tells Philly Mag. Get a compelling long read and must-have lifestyle tips in your inbox every Sunday morning — great with coffee!. Check phillymag.com each morning Monday through Thursday for the latest edition of Philly Today. And if you have a news tip for our hardworking Philadelphia Magazine reporters, please direct it here. You can also use that form to send us reader mail. We love reader mail!
Why are we seeing an uptick of COVID-19 cases across Delaware Valley? Expert weighs in
Amid summer fun, COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the Delaware Valley region, according to the CDC."My mother is elderly and her nursing aids have had to cancel," said Rachelle Omenson from Runnemede, New Jersey.In addition to taking precautions for her mother, Omenson is also a teacher.She knows it won't be long before back-to-school season brings even more germs."There's a lot that we don't encounter over the summer and then all of a sudden just all the germs come flooding back immediately," said Omenson.So why are we seeing this summer surge of COVID-19?Doctors are seeing it at Virtua Health...
Turnpike toll booth savings plan won’t stop fares from rising
(The Center Square) — The future of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is booth-less. As parts of the eastern side of the state have seen, a $600 million plan will convert the entire length to open road tolling, making all fares payable via E-ZPass or mail. Starting in January 2025, the...
Working 40 hours won't pay rent in 15 Pa. counties. Bucks County among least affordable
Despite making more than minimum wage, the average Pennsylvania renter in most counties needs weekly overtime or at least two jobs to keep even a one-bedroom apartment affordable, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Census, labor and other data compiled and analyzed by the nonprofit show that a...
Take in a Pride parade, try salsa dancing and check out classic cars: Things to do in central Pa. this weekend
Across central Pa., there are numerous fun activities, events, and other exciting things happening this weekend, including taking a salsa class, carnival rides, and a free concert from David Archuleta. Below is a short list of events happening this weekend worth braving the heat to attend:. If you purchase a...
PECO Celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day
PECO lineworkers ensure service reliability for 1.7 million customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Each year on July 10, PECO joins utilities across the country to honor lineworkers who work tirelessly to provide our customers with the safe, reliable energy service they depend on to power their lives. We recognize the lineworkers...
Water Privatization Is on the Rise in Pa. Here’s What You Need to Know
This story was produced by the State College regional bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom dedicated to investigative and public-service journalism for Pennsylvania. Sign up for our north-central Pa. newsletter, Talk of the Town, at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/talkofthetown. A Pennsylvania commission oversees more than 150 water utilities statewide, most of which are privately owned, and the number of systems acquired by for-profit companies has risen in recent years. While there are benefits to water privatization, like more financial resources and staffing, there are also downsides. For example, municipal officials lose their power to regulate, and that can limit local authority when communities have issues...
Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania
A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey wrote about the local lake for GoErie. Nockamixon Lake, located within Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, was listed amongst several large reservoirs in Pennsylvania where bass fishing is plentiful. A popular destination for local residents and visitors to the area, the lake and its park are replete with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Nittany Country Club wins Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania championship
PHILIPSBURG — The Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania held its season-ending tournament and named its 2024 winners on Monday, July 15, at the Elks Lodge and Country Club in Philipsburg. The Central Pennsylvania Association is made up of six teams representing area country clubs Centre Hills, Iron Masters,...
Election safety preparations underway in Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — From the assassination attempt on a former president to the race for the White House getting heated, threats and violence are a major concern heading into the November election.FBI Pittsburgh told KDKA-TV, "In recent months, the FBI has seen an increase in threats to election workers across the country. The types of threats are varied and have included online threats and harassment, white powder letters to election facilities, and swatting against election workers. The FBI takes all threats of violence seriously, including threats targeting those who do the critical work of administering free and fair elections throughout...
Update: Pea-sized hail forecast with thunderstorms to hit part of Pennsylvania Wednesday
An updated weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 10:44 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 11:15 p.m. for Snyder, Northumberland and Dauphin counties. Anticipate pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 10:43 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm...
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