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Cheltenham grad, Duke University senior named student-athlete of the year, ACC Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Co-Scholar Athlete of the Year
Brianna Smith, a 2020 graduate of Cheltenham High School a current track star at Duke University, has been selected as Duke’s senior female student-athlete of the year, the university announced today. She was also named the ACC Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Co-Scholar Athlete of the Year in recognition...
Doylestown Gets $4.4 Million Grant to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ from Water
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township’s water authority is getting a $4.4 million grant to remove “forever chemicals” from two of its wells. The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority gave the Doylestown Township Municipal Authority a $4,415,435 grant to construct a 45x25 foot facility to remove chemicals like PFAS from two of its wells. The decontamination facility will be located near and connected to Central Well 5. A six-inch pipe will connect Well 7 to the decontamination facility.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The facility will use carbon filters and iron and manganese treatment units to remove harmful...
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni's hot seat already uncomfortably warm based on odds
By now, it isn’t a shock to hear Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni’s name mentioned near the top of NFL hot seat discourse. Sirianni, who recently had to fend off Bill Belichick coaching rumors, ranks in the top five head coaches with the best odds to be the first head coach fired in 2024, according to BetOnline.
‘A system of disjointed pieces’: Philly addiction medicine experts call for reforms in substance use treatment
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A rapidly evolving street drug supply that continues to have a severe impact on people who use drugs and struggle with addiction is outpacing the capabilities of current addiction treatment programs and options in Philadelphia, local health experts say.
Patrick Beverley leaks Jared McCain’s personal message before rookie 76ers season
NBA veteran Patrick Beverley is headed overseas next season, but he’s got time to help Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain. On the latest edition of The Pat Bev Pod, Beverley revealed that Jared McCain (who the 76ers drafted 16th overall last month) direct messaged him on social media. “Just wanted to reach out and ask […] The post Patrick Beverley leaks Jared McCain’s personal message before rookie 76ers season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Philadelphia to Homeport First Cruise Ship in 15 Years as Port Expands
After more than a decade without a cruise ship, Philadelphia will homeport its first modern cruise ship in 2026. The return of cruising to the port is part of an industry trend begun two decades ago to position cruise ships closer to large population centers and aligns with plans by PhilaPort, the state agency that operates the Port of Philadelphia, for expansion of the operations.
Plans for new academic building at PSU Abington move forward, construction to begin in August
Penn State Abington officials advanced a proposal on Thursday, July 18 to construct the first new academic building on the campus in more than 50 years. The proposal will be considered by the full board at its meeting on July 19, the university said. The three-story, 85,554 sf building will...
Philadelphia: Comcast NBCUniversal Celebrates ‘Culture Capital’ Docuseries Premiere (Photos/Video)
Last night, Comcast NBCUniversal set the stage for an unforgettable evening at The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, celebrating their new three-part docuseries, Culture Capital. This groundbreaking series shines a spotlight on nine visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of business. “… a milestone in Black storytelling and entrepreneurial empowerment...
CEO ATIYA JOHNSON: JANA’S COSMETOLOGY ACADEMY
“Beyoncé and her people from BeyGOOD and her Cécred hair company chose our school, which has been life-changing,” explained Johnson. “Other schools were considered, but they couldn’t find a school in New York that offered textured hair programs, so they looked in New Jersey, and we were selected. They said it was like finding a diamond in the rough.’”
Former teammate gets honest about Jason Kelce
Retired offensive lineman and potential future Pro Football Hall of Famer Jason Kelce has had a fun offseason. He retired from football earlier this year and has a job lined up with ESPN for Monday Night Countdown. Kelce also appeared at WrestleMania XL, which fittingly emanated in Philadelphia. He’s also appeared at Taylor Swift concerts Read more... The post Jason Kelce ‘very much around’ the Eagles facility, says former teammate Lane Johnson appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Don’t Miss The Peach Festival at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA
If you love peaches (even if you don't) you won't want to miss the annual Peach Festival at Peddler's Village. Peddler's Village Peach Festival is August 3rd & 4th. It's happening Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th from 11am - 6pm each day. There will be fresh peaches galore,...
Can New Jersey Lure the 76ers Away From Philadelphia?
The 76ers' time in Philadelphia might be running out, especially with a neighboring state heating up its pursuit. According to a report from ROI-NJ, the state of New Jersey has ramped up its efforts to persuade the franchise to move out of the City of Brotherly Love. State officials are ...
Cost for using bridge tolls in Pennsylvania will increase later this year
(WHTM) — It’s going to cost more to drive the bridges between Philadelphia and New Jersey. The Delaware River Port Authority approved raising tolls on four bridges; The Ben Franklin, Walt Whitman, Betsy Ross and Commodore Barry bridges. It’ll go from five to six dollars. The money will help cover the rising cost of maintaining […]
SO CUTE! Here’s When You Can See the Philadelphia Zoo’s New Baby Orangutan!
The Philadelphia Zoo has an adorable new resident!. The stork has paid America's oldest zoo a visit with the arrival of a newborn baby orangutan!. The now 4-week old baby orangutan was born on June 26 to mommy "Tua" and daddy "Sugi", the zoo announced on their Instagram page:. "We're...
Ardmore’s Benj Pasek Could Join the EGOT Club With an Emmy Award Win This Fall
Ardmore native Benj Pasek has been nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on "Only Murders in the Building." If he wins, he win be the newest EGOT winner. native Benj Pasek is one of the most decorated performers in show business and is one step away from achieving the most coveted accomplishment in the industry, becoming an EGOT winner, writes Kristen Hunt for PhillyVoice.
Bicyclist killed in Philadelphia identified as Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor
A 30-year-old woman who was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square was identified by family as Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
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