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New Jersey woman fatally shot by police during ‘mental health crisis,’ attorney general says
Police in Fort Lee, New Jersey, fatally shot a woman who was experiencing a mental health crisis on Sunday, the state attorney general’s office said. The woman has not been publicly identified. The incident is now under investigation. Fort Lee Police Department officers responded to a home at about...
Three New Jersey Men Indicted for Weeks Long Burglary Spree Across Nassau County Communities
Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly announced that three alleged members of a burglary crew operating in New York and New Jersey were indicted on burglary, grand larceny, and weapons charges for a string of attempted and successful break-ins in Lake Success, Roslyn Heights, Woodmere, and several other Nassau County communities in 2023 and early 2024.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #0, DB Duce Chestnut
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: Duce Chestnut. Position: Defensive Back.
Philly School District kicks off 4th annual back-to-school bus tour in West Philly
The fourth annual back-to-school bus tour kicked off Monday at the School of the Future in West Philly. Vendors offered free backpacks and school supplies while district staff provided parents with information about the new school year.
New developments in the fight against Alzheimer’s coming out during conference
An exciting time for research into Alzheimer’s. Scientists are sharing the latest results of drug and non-drug treatment trials, new methods for early detection, and illuminating data on risk factors at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Philadelphia. One key highlight is about the success of a blood...
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.
Jehovah’s Witnesses Mark 124 Years of Large-Scale Conventions in Philadelphia
Jehovah's Witnesses are celebrating 124 years of large-scale conventions in Philadelphia, with 3,300 delegates from 28 countries joining thousands of locals at the Wells Fargo Center for a three-day event with the theme "Declare the Good News!". The post Jehovah’s Witnesses Mark 124 Years of Large-Scale Conventions in Philadelphia appeared first on The Washington Informer.
IBEW Local 98, Rowan University reach unique education agreement
IBEW Local 98 prides itself on featuring the best-trained, most highly-educated electricians and technicians in the industry. Recently, we doubled down on that commitment to the ongoing education of our apprentices and members by announcing an innovative new partnership with Rowan University that will enable Local 98 apprentices to earn college certificates and degrees while completing their electrical training.
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.
Win 2 Tickets to see The Struts at The Fillmore
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16-Year-Old Ajai Stafford Missing in Philadelphia, Police Seek Public's Assistance
The Philadelphia community is on alert as the search continues for Ajai Stafford, a 16-year-old juvenile reported missing from the 35th District. Information regarding his last known whereabouts points to the 45xx block of N. 16th St., where he was seen at approximately 12:53 pm today, according to the Philadelphia Police Department's blotter.
Red Bull’s inaugural greased pole challenge proves a slippery slope
Philadelphians have a thing about climbing greased poles. Whether it’s after a Super Bowl win, at the Italian Market festival, or just because, it’s ingrained in our city’s culture. This helps explain why Red Bull chose Philly to debut its Championship Run event, a variation of Red Bull’s Yagli Direk, which began in Turkey.
Three key questions as Owls open preseason camp
John DiCarlo has covered Temple football and basketball since 1998 and has been the editor of OwlScoop.com since 2006. Looking to break a streak of three consecutive 3-9 seasons, including the last two under head coach Stan Drayton, the Temple football team will report to Edberg-Olson Hall Monday for its first meet...
Attempted Robbery in West Philadelphia Sparks Shootout, Leaving Two in Critical Condition
West Philadelphia became the scene of a critical shooting on Saturday night when a 26-year-old man and a 16-year-old suspect both sustained life-threatening injuries. The incident, which unfolded before 9:10 p.m. along the 1200 block of North 41st Street, is said to have started as an attempted robbery according to Philadelphia police.
Rite Aid closes more stores following bankruptcy
Rite Aid, the Philadelphia-based pharmacy, has closed 40 more stores. These closures bring the total number of Rite Aid stores closed to nearly 700 since filing for bankruptcy in October. The company has now closed 20% of its Pennsylvania locations.
Man shot dead in Northeast Philadelphia
A man died after being shot in the head in the Frankford section of Northeast Philadelphia overnight. Philadelphia police officers were first alerted to gunshots near Penn and Overington streets late Sunday night, Philadelphia Pat. Andrew DiSanto said. Police officers arrived shortly after midnight on Monday, July 29, 2024, to...
Governor Shapiro Signs 30 New Laws Covering Property, Liquor, and Education in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania has recently signed a series of new laws that bring his total for the year to 102. The legislation ranges from property rights to liquor sales, demonstrating a broad legislative agenda. One of the key laws enacted earlier this month is Senate Bill 1236, which...
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