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Kamala Harris receives the most important Philly endorsements: Questlove and Sheryl Lee Ralph. But what about Taylor Swift?
Vice President Kamala Harris has earned the support of two figures consequential to Philadelphians. No, we’re not talking about Gov. Josh Shapiro or Mayor Cherelle L. Parker (though they’ve also extended their support). This is about Questlove and Sheryl Lee Ralph. Following President Joe Biden’s endorsement of Harris...
The family at the Deluxe
(Editor’s Note: This story is about a family living at the Deluxe Inn in Camden, one of two motels that is supposed to close or move on July 31 due to a change in zoning regulations enacted in April 2022 (see sidebar). The family has asked that their real names nor any images of them be published, and the C-I has agreed to their request. We are using the first name “Angela” to refer to the woman interviewed for this story.)
Twins vs. Phillies: Betting Preview for July 22
Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies (63-36) clash with Carlos Santana and the Minnesota Twins (54-44) in the series opener at Target Field on Monday, July 22. The game will begin at 7:40 PM ET. The Phillies, at -115, are the favorites in this game, while the Twins are underdogs...
Trenton’s former first lady Betty Holland celebrates 90th birthday (L.A. PARKER COLUMN)
Betty Holland celebrated her 90th birthday Sunday amid friends, family members and memories. The former First Lady of the City of Trenton, as wife to Mayor Arthur Holland, enjoyed a party inside The Refectory Restaurant on the campus of Villanova University. Hundreds of displayed photos captured Holland’s life as First...
Twins top Phillies 7-2, after Ober rebounds from Harper's early 2-run homer to finish 7 innings
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota starter Bailey Ober rebounded from Bryce Harper's two-run homer for Philadelphia in the first to settle in for seven innings, and the Twins beat the Phillies 7-2 on Monday night. Ober (9-5) threw only 83 pitches and retired 17 of his last 18 batters, getting...
How Instagram, TikTok generations are bringing travel agents back
Philadelphia — Over the past five years, Natalie Contrera has traveled from her West Philadelphia home to Colombia, Belize, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic twice. She soon hopes to visit Egypt and Lebanon, her family’s homeland. The 35-year-old’s secret to planning and affording so many excursions...
Bower Cafe in tune with presenting customers with good coffee
Audiophiles in Philadelphia have a new cafe to indulge the senses. Bower Cafe is a manifestation of communal music spaces, a spin on traditional coffee shops. Owner Thane Wright brings his two decades of coffee expertise and blends it with his affinity for music. Wright believes that the “fourth phase”...
Chester County family law attorney Julie Potts joins Lamb McErlane
WEST CHESTER — Every good attorney has sets of principles they try to adhere to when taking on a client and before acting in their interest. Julie Potts is no exception. Potts, one of the more respected family law attorneys in Chester County, said she is upfront about her approach to cases when someone seeking a divorce or child custody or division of assets comes to her office to hire her.
Four key storylines as Eagles training camp nears: New schemes, new players, same structure?
The Philadelphia Eagles report to training camp at the NovaCare Complex on Tuesday and begin on-field workouts Wednesday. An offseason that was longer than expected is finally over, and another season where the Eagles enter as one of the favorites to win the Super Bowl is here. That offseason has brought both change - new coaches, players, and schemes, and the retirement of franchise legends Fletcher Cox and Jason Kelce - and continuity - Nick Sirianni is back and so are many Eagles stars.
De George: Despite disastrous summer, Union still have shot at playoff berth
CHESTER — Things have gone about as poorly for the Philadelphia Union through 25 games of the 2024 MLS season as possible. They’ve lost their top striker to an outgoing transfer with no clear replacement. Their once-cornerstone center backs have regressed at an alarming rate. They’ve got six...
Manuel Margot helps Twins pull away for win over Phils
Manuel Margot went 2-for-5 with two RBIs and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 7-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night in Minneapolis. Carlos Santana finished 2-for-4 with an RBI double for the Twins, who won the series opener after losing two straight games against the Milwaukee Brewers upon returning from the All-Star break. Minnesota's Willi Castro also drove in two runs, while Max Kepler collected two hits and an RBI.
Can new Pennsylvania law protect homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers?
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Phillies vs Twins: Betting preview & predictions for July 22nd
Sign up for our email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local sports news throughout Philadelphia. Phillies vs Twins: After a sluggish roll out of the All-Star break, the Phillies rebounded with a shutout win over the Pirates last night. They’ll be looking to heat back up against a Minnesota Twins side who are trying to chase down the Guardians for the AL Central crown.
Ex-bookkeeper at Bridgeport business admits to embezzling more than $100,000, will face accusations of more
NORRISTOWN — The former bookkeeper and vice president of finance and human resources for a Bridgeport office furniture supply business admitted to stealing more than $102,000 from her employer to support what prosecutors alleged was a “lavish lifestyle” including trips and attending concerts and sporting events. Linda...
Little League: Downingtown West under-11 team wins state tourney at Athens
ATHENS — The under-11 Pennsylvania Little League State Tournament ended Sunday afternoon at Athens’ Sam Fairbanks Memorial Park with the champion once again winning comfortably. Downingtown West beat Council Rock-Newtown 4-0 for its fourth win by at least four runs in four tries, avoiding a winner-take-all second game.
Chestnut Street Garage will again be the site for Up On the Roof
WEST CHESTER–“Up On the Roof,” West Chester’s premier fundraising event on a downtown rooftop, is set to return to the Borough of West Chester on September 14, according to the West Chester Downtown Foundation. Title sponsored by Gawthrop Greenwood – Attorneys at Law, organizers say they...
5 roster battles to watch during Eagles' training camp
A team with Super Bowl aspirations rarely has much intrigue when it comes to roster battles, but this year's Eagles do have a few positions of interest. The Eagles report to training camp Tuesday, and their first on-field workout is scheduled for Wednesday. Beginning that day, we'll get our latest looks at the new-look offense and defense being installed by new coordinators Kellen Moore (offense) and Vic Fangio (defense).
Art appreciation: Philadelphia artists pay tribute to the life of art collector Lewis Tanner Moore
Artists gathered at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts on Saturday to offer a palette of praise and praise songs for Lewis Tanner Moore, a respected art collector and curator who died on May 9 after suffering a heart irregularity at age 70. Moore, the son of a lawyer from...
Can Twins keep slumping Phillies stuck in reverse?
The Minnesota Twins will go for back-to-back wins over the team with the best record in baseball when they face the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night in Minneapolis. The Twins are coming off a 7-2 win in the series opener on Monday. That marked Minnesota's first victory since the All-Star break after back-to-back losses against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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