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Eagles 2024 training camp practice notes, Day 4: Dominant defensive line
Day 4 of Philadelphia Eagles training camp is in the books. There are still no pads this early in camp. Today was the first practice definitively won by the defense. Let's get right to the notes. • Did not practice:. RB Saquon Barkley: Personal. LB Oren Burks: Knee. RT Lane...
Health Department to Spray for Mosquitoes in Pennypack and Fairmount Parks
PHILADELPHIA–The Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s Vector Control staff is planning to apply treatments to control adult mosquitoes in Pennypack Park on Wednesday evening, July 31, and in Fairmount Park on Thursday evening, August 1, both at or around dusk. See maps below for the specific streets that spraying will take place on.
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL At Theatre In The Park
The final show of Theater In The Park’s 2024 outdoor season is a musical version of the 1992 film comedy “SISTER ACT.”. The 2010 musical version follows the film plotline closely but adds to the story and characters in a fairly substantial way that is to the benefit of the staged version. Added is an original score by Alan Menken with lyrics by Glenn Slater. The resulting show turns out to be an enjoyable if a little predictable rendition of the film. Happily, this cast is well chosen, well directed, and well-choreographed enough to make a summer evening fly on by.
Springfield police mourn the loss of retired longtime officer Raymond Potter
Raymond Potter, longtime officer with the Springfield Township Police Department, passed away peacefully at his Oreland home on Thursday, July 25. He was 78 years old. According to his obituary, Sergeant Potter served in the Air Force before joining the department in February 1970. He retired in February 2018 after 48 years of service.
Mary Mason, Philadelphia Radio Host And Political Advocate, Dies At 94
Mary Mason, a longtime radio host and political advocate in Philadelphia, has died July 25 at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. She was 94. Mason (real name Beatrice Turner) used her platform to mobilize her listeners for social and political action, becoming an influential voice in local and nationwide politics. During the Civil Rights Movement, she interviewed cultural icons and activists such as Muhammad Ali and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., significantly impacting radio. Starting in gospel radio, she expanded her reach by creating Mornings with Mary in the 1970s. The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the radio program quickly became a fixture...
Yankees vs Phillies Preview: Teams Not Playing Their Best
The New York Yankees (62-45) visit the Philadelphia Phillies (65-40) for a three-game series beginning Monday. July hasn’t been a good month for either team, with New York going 8-13 and the Phillies are 10-10. It hasn’t hurt either team much, as the Yankees are still 4.0 games ahead in the wild card race.
Estevez arrives, sounds like Phillies' closer in everything but name
So far this season, the Phillies have spread the wealth around their bullpen. Ten different relievers have chipped into the team total of 27 for the season. That’s going to change in the final third of the schedule now that veteran righthander Carlos Estevez arrived at Citizens Bank Park before Monday night’s game against the Yankees and put on red pinstripes for the first time.
Which New Castle County restaurants have had the most violations in the past 30 days?
Is your favorite New Castle County restaurant or food establishment among the places with the most health and food safety guideline violations in the past 30 days, as of July 29? See the chart below to find out. At the top of the chart is Quick Food Deli in Wilmington; it had...
The Original St. Joe’s University Hawk Flies High, Jim Brennan Remembered
Jim Brennan, St. Joe’s original Hawk mascot has passed at 91. A Marine vet and nursing advocate, he started the Hawk tradition in 1955. Jim Brennan, the original Hawk mascot of St. Joseph’s University and retired nursing home public relations director died Friday, June 21 at 91, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Motorcycle club does Christmas in July event for kids at Shriners Children's Hospital
Despite the warm weather, the Shriners Children's Hospital in Philadelphia felt like Christmas on Sunday.Everyone was smiling as the children opened their presents."This is our favorite day of the year. It really carries us through until the actual giving season," said Director of Marketing and Communications at Shriners Stephanie Byrwa."Christmas in July, it's always a happy occasion for the kids," said Gregory Pierce from Jenkintown.Members of the Philadelphia Centurions Motorcycle Club provided gifts for the children.Riders came for their 28th annual Christmas in July Toy Run. All the money and toys go towards Shriners."To see a smile on the kids'...
SOUTH PHILLY SHOCKER! Wells Fargo to Remove Their Name From South Philadelphia Arena
Massive changes are coming to one of the biggest and most popular venues in the City of Philadelphia. In fact, it’s getting a brand new name. It was announced Wednesday evening that Wells Fargo would be taking their name off the sports arena next year when their current contract expires.
How to watch and listen to today's Philadelphia Phillies vs New York Yankees MLB game: Live stream, TV channel, radio station and start time
How to watch the MLB game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Yankees, as well as the first-pitch time and team news. Two of the best teams in MLB face off in a three game interleague series starting on Monday when the New York Yankees (62-45, 2nd AL East) travel to take on the Philadelphia Phillies (65-40, 1st NL East).
“I Could Be Traded” – Could Chiefs, Saints Target Veteran?
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back James Bradberry had a rough 2023, and his team could trade him in the coming weeks. A second-round pick back in the 2016 NFL Draft, the cornerback established himself as one of the league’s better cornerbacks over the past few seasons. After a successful four-year stint with the Panthers, Bradberry earned Pro Bowl honors with the Giants in 2020 and played a crucial role in helping Philadelphia make it to the Super Bowl in 2022. Following the season, Philadelphia signed Bradberry to a three-year, $38 million contract, but the team already has buyer’s remorse.
Mary Mason
Mary Mason (Beatrice Elmore), a longtime Philadelphia talk radio host, has passed away due to complications with Alzheimer’s disease. She began her career at WHAT in 1958 and went on to host “Mornings with Mary” beginning in 1970. Recognized as a civil rights activist, Mason conducted interviews with Dr. Martin Luther King, JR., Muhammad Ali, former President Bill Clinton, and Oprah Winfrey.
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