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Dr. Willette Jones of Elkins Park included in Marquis Who’s Who in America database
Dr. Willette Jones of Elkins Park has been included in Marquis Who’s Who in America, a database which “documents the lives of the most accomplished individuals and innovators from every significant field of endeavor, including politics, business, medicine, law, education, art, religion and entertainment,” according to their press release.
500-bed nursing home seeks zoning relief in Lafayette Hill
On the July 31st agenda for the Whitemarsh Township Zoning Hearing Board is a request for an special exception to allow a 500-bed nursing home at 717 Ridge Pike in Lafayette Hill (Whitemarsh Township). The proposed building would be three stories. The 14.04 acre property has been in the same...
A Scrap of George Washington’s War Tent Was Bought at Goodwill. Now It’s in Philly
Early last year, Scott Stephenson, president and CEO of the Museum of the American Revolution, received a phone call that left him stunned. Richard “Dana” Moore, a private collector from Virginia, had called Stephenson out-of-the-blue with a story that at first brush sounded like an Antiques Roadshow setup.
Recent Alumna Kylie Schoelen ’23 Rides A DelVal Horse To Success At 2024 I Love NY Horse Show
Delaware Valley University alumna Kylie Schoelen ’23 recently competed at the 2024 I Love NY Horse Show in Lake Placid, New York. She competed in the adult jumpers division riding atop DelVal’s own horse, Java’s Keltic Mist, and in the adult jumpers division with her own horse, Capone Z, who she currently leases to the DelVal equine program.
Kobe Bryant’s Father Joe Dead at 69
Joe Bryant, father of NBA great Kobe Bryant, has died, The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He was 69. La Salle University head coach Fran Dunphy told the paper that Joe recently suffered a massive stroke. Bryant was a 6’9” forward who played basketball at La Salle University in Philadelphia before moving...
PSPCA hosts ‘Pittiefest’ adoption promotion: All ‘pitties’ just $5
If you looking to adopt a new dog and more specifically a pitbull, the PSPCA is hosting an adoption promotion that is perfect for YOU. Starting now through August 11, all classic pitties will have their adoption fees set at just $5. This promotion will be held at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters on 350 […]
Herzog and DBK Start Preconstruction on Amtrak’s New Penn Coach Yard Maintenance Facility
PHILADELPHIA – Herzog Contracting Corporation and Dana B. Kenyon Company (DBK) have begun preconstruction on Amtrak’s Penn Coach Yard Heavy Maintenance Facility. In March, RT&S reported that Herzog Contracting Corporation was awarded a contract to design and construct a new Heavy Maintenance Facility in Philadelphia. This contract is for the first of six major maintenance facilities that will help to “modernize maintenance practices and ensure a successful transition from an aging fleet to modern, state-of-the-art trains.” The facility is located near Amtrak’s 30th Street Train Station in Philadelphia. This new facility will service Amtrak’s Acela, Airo, and Northeast Regional Trains that operate on the NEC.
Lancaster Avenue Jazz and Arts Festival is this weekend
If you love Jazz music and arts you have to head to Lancaster Avenue on Saturday for their annual Jazz and Arts Festival. The FREE all-day event will be held on Saturday, July 20 from Noon to 7 p.m. at Saunders Park Greene on 39th & Powelton Ave. As a celebration of West Philadelphia and […]
Philadelphia Officials Revise Heatline Service Hours Amid Intense Heatwave
As Philadelphia wilts under sweltering temperatures, city officials have updated the community on crucial adjustments to the local Heatline service hours. The city's Heatlines will now be available for residents to call from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. This amendment is a departure from a previous announcement stating the line would be open till midnight.
Through Virtual Reality, Students Experience a New Way to Prepare for Home Health Visits
An escape room simulation helps them practice a patient-centered approach to care. One of the latest innovations in Jefferson’s healthcare curriculum is virtual reality. In January 2024, the Jefferson Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education (JCIPE) launched a new program to teach students about person-centered, team-based care. JCIPE offers...
Cirque du Soleil's first holiday show – ‘Twas the Night Before' – coming to Philly this winter
The holidays might be moths away but it's never too early to get into the spirit. ‘Twas the Night Before…by Cirque du Soleil - a Christmas themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder - is coming to Philadelphia this winter. You can experience all the...
Philadelphia projected to reach triple-digit temps for the first time in more than a decade
Tuesday could be the hottest day of the year in Philadelphia and also the hottest in more than a decade. The thermometer is estimated to reach the triple-digit mark for the first time since 2012.
Philadelphia Zoo to host Summer Ale Festival this Saturday
The wildest beer festival of the year is coming back to the Philadelphia Zoo this Saturday, July 20. The Summer Ale Festival will have over 100 award-winning craft beers, seltzers, ciders, and nearly a dozen food trucks. All attendees will be able to enjoy unlimited samples of the beers, seltzers, and ciders, and food will […]
I regret to inform you the Eagles have reloaded once more
The 2023 Philadelphia Eagles were the 2020 Pittsburgh Steelers in disguise. The 2020 Steelers started out 11-0 as whispers of fraudulence followed them to the top of the NFL standings. They finished that season on a 1-5 streak capped by an ignominious loss to Baker Mayfield as a home favorite in the Wild Card round.
My car was towed over $1,260 in parking tickets but I did nothing wrong – my ‘dead plates’ were the real culprit
A WOMAN was left confused after being told she was responsible for several speeding tickets associated with her old license plates. She only learned of the extra tickets when she called the parking authorities. Brittany Walker, a Pennsylvania resident, bought a 1995 Mercedes-Benz sedan when someone she knew posted an ad online that they were […]
MAGNET Exclusive: Premiere Of Snacktime’s “Sweet Treat (Will U Be My Luv?)”
Snacktime’s latest single was inspired by classic Detroit house music and the definitive funk history of the band’s (and MAGNET’s) Philadelphia hometown. An earlier instrumental version of the tune can be found on the seven-piece outfit’s 2022 album, Live From The Street. “We added lyrics to...
Boston College Football: 40 Most Important Players of 2024, 27-24
Continuing our look at the most important Boston College football players for the 2024 season. The march to the 2024 season continues for Boston College football, and Bill O'Brien in just over six weeks when they head to Tallahassee to face off with the Florida State Seminoles. To kick off our coverage, Mitch Wolfe and I will be looking at the Most Important Boston College Players in 2024. Over the next month we will be breaking down each player and discussing why they are critical for Boston College's success.
Update: Schwenksville Concert Postponed to Thursday
SCHWENKSVILLE PA – The Schwenksville municipal summer concert featuring “Dibbs and The Detonators” has been postponed until Thursday (July 18), borough Secretary-Treasurer Gail Phillips reports. An abundance of caution is the reason. The borough website explains the performance was re-scheduled for Thursday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Meadow...
Alec Bohm Is 100% Getting A Random Drug Test From The MLB After Drinking From This "Wooder" Jug From Bryce Harper At The Home Run Derby
First and foremost--there's nobody who knows how to pander quite like Bryce Harper. He's a first ballot Hall of Fame panderer. The man just knows what the hometown fans want to see, and he delivers on a daily basis. Aside from one slip up when he wore a Sixers jersey ahead of game 7 of the NLCS, they've all been hits. And last night's "Wooder" jug he presented to Alec Bohm during the home run derby was no different.
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