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Dynamic duos of the NFC East
To celebrate the release of Marvel’s Deadpool and Wolverine, we scoured the multiverse of NFL superheroes and found these dynamic duos of the NFC East.Dallas Cowboys | WR CeeDee Lamb and QB Dak PrescottWith 29,459 yards in eight seasons, Prescott is already the third-leading passer in franchise history and needs just 3,483 yards to overtake Hall of Famer Troy Aikman (32,942) for second place. He finished as the NFL’s third-leading passer last year and led the league with 36 touchdowns.After posting a career-best 105.9 quarterback rating in 2023, Prescott is poised to have a super 2024, provided his No. 1...
K to Z Collective Restaurant Group of Glenside launches Events by K to Z
K to Z Collective, which operates The Pizza Wheel in Jenkintown, West Avenue Grille in Jenkintown, and the Highland Restaurant & Bar in Glenside, has launched a new arm of their business: Events by K to Z. “Ordering catering or planning an event can be confusing and intimidating,” co-owner Dan...
Jefferson Abington receives several awards from American Heart Association | Michele Pindle named Being Extraordinary Everyday Award winner
Jefferson Abington Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s GoldPlus quality achievement award “for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines,” according to a statement. To qualify, hospitals must meet specific criteria, including reducing the time between...
FLORENCE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT: First In Area To Be Dually Trained
Florence Township Fire covers a broad area from Edon to Blakeslee. Their department went on 62 runs in 2023. So far for the 2024 calendar year they’ve been called out to 28 runs. While they are running about the same numbers as last year, 1/4 of those total runs...
Joel Embiid's Blunt Response to NBA Fans Who Dislike Him
Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid had a blunt answer when asked about fans who aren't too fond of him. Embiid is a polarizing figure in the NBA. His playful trolling, such as the infamous meme mocking Ben Simmons when the former Sixer was traded to the Brooklyn Nets, hasn’t always won him ...
Birchrunville Store Cafe Maintains Its Stellar Reputation
Francis Pascal’s Birchrunville Store Cafe still shares its circa-1850 structure with a working post office. And while that lends a certain quirky charm to its out-of-the-way Chester County location, it’s not the primary draw. For 25 years, this unassumingly unique BYOB has enjoyed a stellar reputation—so much so that scoring a table can still be a challenge.
Flyers sign former first-round pick to eight-year extension
The deal, which carries a cap hit of $8.75M, will begin in the 2025-2026 season and keep him under contract in Philly through 2032-2033. It’s a significant raise from his previous $5.5M cap hit. It’s the most lucrative deal in Flyers franchise history, beating out the 12-year, $69M pact...
Burlington County Sending Two Athletes to 2024 Paris Olympic Games
BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ — Burlington County residents have a chance to cheer on two hometown athletes when the 2024 Paris Olympic Games opens this week. Curtis Thompson of Florence will be competing in the javelin and Paxten Aaronson of Medford will be competing in soccer for Team USA.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The 2024 Games will be Thompson's second Olympics, as he represented the United States in Tokyo in 2021, where he placed 22nd. He qualified for this year's Olympics by winning the men's javelin throw finals at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials...
Eagles jettison injured developmental player and add tight end turned wide receiver
The Eagles released a potential developmental player Thursday after he was dealing with an injury. The team officially announced that offensive tackle Gottlieb Ayedze was waived from the Non-Football Injury list (NFI). In his place, the Eagles signed wide receiver Griffin Hebert. BUY EAGLES TICKETS: STUBHUB, VIVID SEATS, TICKETMASTER. Ayedze,...
New Eagles Arrival Got Visibly Sick at First Camp Practice
The Philadelphia Eagles' offseason reached the next stage as training camp officially began on Wednesday. While a large chunk of the roster is more than familiar with the NovaCare Complex field, plenty of newcomers are experiencing Eagles training camp for the first time — including veteran offensive lineman Mekhi Becton.
Transaction Analysis: Flyers Extend Konecny through 2032-33
With one season remaining on his current contract, the Flyers have signed All-Star right winger Travis Konecny to an eight-season extension that will kick in for the 2025-26 season. The new deal will run through the 2032-33 season. Beginning in 2025-26, the average annual value (AAV) on Konecny's contract will...
Bad gas? Drivers face thousands of dollars in damage after filling their tanks at Bucks Co. Wawa
Bad gas has left a number of drivers with thousands of dollars worth of damages. This all started last week at a Wawa gas station in Richboro, Bucks County. A trip to the gas station typically can cost between $30 and $60, but over 30 drivers in the Richboro area are now facing price tags of upwards of $4,000.
Forum on Aug. 8 in Upper Darby Explores Community Entrepreneurship
An Entrepreneurial Forum Aug. 8 in Upper Darby will focus on ideas to grow community entrepreneurship. The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with the Bywood Community Association to bring The Entrepreneurial Forum for esteemed business owners, side-hustlers and teens alike!. All are welcome to attend on Thursday,...
Couple behind Lou & Ann's Deli in Cherry Hill want to retire, but are hoping deli continues to thrive.
Louis Napolitano, co-owner of the Lou & Ann's Deli that bears his parents' names, said huge changes have occurred around their store on Route 70 since his mother and father first opened the establishment in 1959. "Remember where Olga's Diner used to be?" he asked, referring to the distance to...
Woman charged with arson after historic Pennsylvania home catches fire twice: officials
BERWYN, Pa. - In a shocking turn of events, officials have charged a Chester County woman with arson of her own home that has caught fire not once, but twice. Kathryn Frankel has been arrested and charged with arson with intent to destroy an unoccupied building and other related offenses.
French Fans Make Feelings on Joel Embiid Very Clear After Controversial Olympics Decision
Last fall, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid faced a major decision. Born in Cameroon and holding both French and American citizenship, Embiid had an opportunity to choose which country he would represent at the 2024 Paris Olympics. His decision to commit to Team USA sent shockwaves around ...
First wave of weekend repairs at Fern Rock station to begin July 27, service will be impacted
August 17 – 18 Fox Chase Line: Shuttle buses will replace all trains between Fox Chase and Wayne Junction, serving all intermediate stops. Glenside, Lansdale/Doylestown, Warminster, & West Trenton Lines: All Inbound trains will terminate at Fern Rock Transportation Center. For continuing travel to Center City and beyond, riders will need to take the Broad Street Line or a shuttle bus.
76ers' Joel Embiid drops 'most hated' claim before Olympics
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is among the best players in the entire NBA. Yet, Embiid has received criticism in the past. He has heard the noise and addressed it during a recent appearance on the Check Ball Show, via ClutchPoints. “I'm probably the most hated guy in the league,”...
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society shows off green improvements in Nicetown-Tioga
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society showed off one of its most ambitious efforts on Wednesday. Environmental Protection Agency officials toured PHS’ Love Where You Live Greening Plan to make Nicetown-Tioga cleaner and safer.
Philadelphia Mourns CHOP Doctor Killed in Bike Accident as City Weighs Cycling Safety Overhaul
Philadelphia was jolted by the sudden death of Barbara Ann Friedes, a 30-year-old chief resident at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), who was killed in a tragic bike accident at 18th and Spruce streets in Rittenhouse Square. According to FOX 29, she was struck by a vehicle that veered into the bike lane, a collision that also involved two parked cars. One week after the incident, officials have signaled that a major development is imminent in this case.
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