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'We heard a loud crash': Storm leaves trail of damage in parts of Lehigh Valley
S. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - Dave Billowitch said he was at his daughter's field hockey game when a storm quickly moved through his South Whitehall Township neighborhood at Chew and Adams streets Tuesday night. "I got a call from my son saying a huge tree just fell down, knocked down...
National car wash chain, delivering ‘ultimate shine,’ to open Quakertown area location
RICHLAND TWP., Pa. - Drivers looking to refresh their rides will soon have another car wash option in upper Bucks County. Tommy's Express Car Wash, a rapidly growing car wash chain delivering “the ultimate shine to love your ride,” is expected to open in August at 920 S. West End Blvd. in Richland Township, just south of Quakertown, according to Austin Brunner, communications manager for Tommy’s Express.
Vacant Community Hospital in Chester to become site of new affordable housing complex
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh awarded two organizations matching $750,000 grants to construct affordable housing projects within the city of Chester. Everest PACE...
Man charged with murdering Philadelphia convenience store clerk
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A Philadelphia man accused of shooting and killing a convenience store worker during a robbery in Frankford earlier this month has been arrested and charged with murder, according to police.Police said 37-year-old Kharee Simmons was arrested Tuesday in the 100 block of North 54th Street in West Philadelphia.Simmons was charged with murder, criminal conspiracy, robbery and related offenses.The shooting happened around midnight on Thursday, July 11, inside the Frankford Convenience Store in the 1500 block of Pratt Street.According to police, an officer patrolling Frankford Avenue and Pratt Street was told by a woman that someone was shot inside the...
"Emmy" to make special appearance at East Passyunk "Mannequin" movie night
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District will host a free summer screening of the cult classic "Mannequin" on Friday, July 19 during an outdoor community event featuring a familiar face to fans of the '80s rom-com.With portions of "Mannequin" filmed in Center City's John Wanamaker Building, the 1987 film tells the story of window dresser Jonathan Switcher, played by Andrew McCarthy, who falls in love with the store's mannequin Emmy.The mannequin, played by Kim Cattrall, becomes human after store hours.Legend has it that Philadelphia lifestyle store South Fellini's co-owner Tony Trov worked for a crew member from...
Jerome Edens Charged In Rasheedah Lane Murder: PPD
Jerome Edens, 67, surrendered to police on Tuesday, July 16, PPD wrote in a release. Lane was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the 2100 block of North Camac Street on July 9, according to officials. She was taken to Temple University Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries an hour later, authorities said.
SEPTA Regional Rail improvement project will soon impact service
Improvements are coming to SEPTA's Regional Rail lines between the Fern Rock Transportation Center and Wayne Junction Station, as well as along the Fox Chase Line. It's all part of an improvement project that will affect weekend service for four weeks, starting Saturday, July 27. SEPTA officials said, in a...
Saints Neumann Goretti Catholic High School receives $350,000 gift from alumnus
This gift matches the largest single gift in school history and will establish The John M. Connolly Center for Business and Entrepreneurship. Saints Neumann Goretti High School has received a $350,000 gift from Mr. John M. Connolly and his wife, Kathy. The gift matches the largest single gift in the school’s history. The $300,000 will be used to create The John M. Connolly Center for Business and Entrepreneurship. The remaining $50,000 is funding a scholarship in honor of his sister, Sara Connolly Canuso, a 1969 graduate of Saint Maria Goretti Catholic High School, and his brother-in-law, Vito.
New juice bar squeezes into Northern Liberties offering smoothies, toasts and bowls
A new juice bar has squeezed it's way into Philadelphia bringing the energy and flavors of New York. Essex Squeeze - now open in Liberties Walk, at 1030 N. 2nd Street - is serving up fresh made-to-order juices, juice shots, smoothies, toasts, lemonades and bowls. The café offers nearly 40...
South Philly Residents Reel After 19 Vehicles Vandalized, Police Continue Hunt for Suspects
The Philadelphia Police Department is currently investigating a string of vehicular vandalism that took place late Sunday night on Washington Avenue. As reported by FOX 29, over a dozen cars, specifically nineteen in total, experienced broken windows and were ransacked, with several items stolen from inside. The incidents are believed to have occurred between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m. along the 1600 to 1800 blocks.
Bayou Bar & Grill pours $5 cocktails every Wednesday in Summer Social citywide happy hour
Happy Hour Philly brought back Summer Social, the citywide happy hour each Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. when participating restaurants and bars, like Bayou Bar & Grill on Main Street in Manayunk, offer $4 beer, $4 wine, and $5 cocktails through the summer. “We’re giving $5 Long Island...
University City outdoor summer concert series to return in August
University City District’s popular summer concert series is set to return next month after a few years’ hiatus and will be held at two new locations. The University City Summer Series features family-friendly evenings of free entertainment at standout public spaces in the neighborhood. This year, UCD is...
The Philadelphia Classical Society Board announces Centennial Year dates for 2024-25 Latin and Greek Programs, K-12
The Officers of The Philadelphia Classical Society met at The Refectory at Villanova University on July 11 to plan events and opportunities for both teachers and students of Latin and Greek for AY24-25. Villanova University and The Refectory will host the annual Fall Professional Day on Saturday, November 16, 9...
Target cuts the ribbon on Doylestown Borough store
With a loud, “Let’s bring the Bullseye to Doylestown,” the long-awaited Target opened its doors to invited guests Monday in the Doylestown Shopping Center. The official opening is 8 a.m. Sunday. While the 74,500-square-foot department store is a midsize one for the company, it offers everything its...
Parkland likely will get $2.4M more in state funding. Here's how it will be used
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Parkland School District is set to receive a sizable boost in funding in Pennsylvania’s new budget. The district will get an increase of $2.4 million over last year, according to a news release from state Rep. Mike Schlossberg, D-Lehigh. At Tuesday’s Parkland School...
Former Philadelphia homicide detective found guilty of obstruction and perjury
Philadelphia, PA (WPHL) – A former Philadelphia homicide detective was found guilty of assaulting a suspect to obtain a confession, then lying about it in court. The ex-officer, James Pitts was charged with obstruction and perjury by a Philadelphia jury for abusing his position. Pitts was charged with assaulting then-suspect Obina Onyiah back in 2010 […]
Hoopaholic’s Gazette: Hoops ‘r’ Here
I/We have genuflected before the Greek God of Hoops Naismithius. I have tapped into a love of inner fandom of the Philadelphia SPHAS. (OK that’s pushin’ it for some dramatic creativity. But I have read about the history of that early pro barnstorming outfit.) At the gym the...
Annual "Ben to the Shore Bike Tour" raising money for families of fallen first responders
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Happening this weekend, the 37th annual "Ben to The Shore Bike Tour" kicks off from Old City.On Sunday, July 21, more than 2,200 bikers will travel 65 miles from the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Showboat Resort and Casino in Atlantic City. It's all to help families of fallen first responders."You take one pedal at a time and move forward," said Jack Costello, the associate director of the nonprofit Families Behind the Badge. "We're able to help provide funds to families within days sometimes within hours of the tragedy."Last year, the tour raised $1.2...
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