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Massive merger involving Great Adventure, NJ & Dorney Park, PA
After 50 years in New Jersey as Great Adventure, parent company Six Flags officially became one massive company with Cedar Fair, owner of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown, PA. That created the biggest theme park ownership throughout the United States and North America. News of the combination between...
Ex-fan favorite could be the cherry on top of a perfect 76ers offseason
The Philadelphia 76ers made the major swoop of the offseason by agreeing to a contract with the most sought-after free agent in Paul George. They also build some of their backup talent with Andre Drummond and Eric Gordon, but they need more to be able to compete against the Boston Celtics and the rest of the Eastern Conference rivals.
Angelo Cataldi criticizes SportsRadio 94WIP's response to kissing allegation against Howard Eskin
Angelo Cataldi isn't pleased with how his former employer has chosen to handle the allegation that Howard Eskin, his longtime SportsRadio 94WIP colleague, gave an unwanted kiss to an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park in May. Eskin, 73, has been barred from the stadium for the remainder of the...
Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List recently published by Forbes, including one, Jeff Yass (inset), CEO of Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd, who broke the top 100. Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires...
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group and Jasper’s Backyard Owners Announce Rooster’s, Coming to Glenside
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group will team up with the owners of Jasper’s Backyard to open Rooster’s at 294 N. Keswick Avenue. Justin Weathers, Joe Monnich and Glenside native Matt Moyer (Stove and Tap, Al Pastor, Joey Chops, GBU) and Chris Magarity (Jasper’s Backyard) will open the classic American pub with a focus on great food and drinks, a welcoming and lively atmosphere, and customer service that will have locals feeling like royalty. The new bar, restaurant and community space will occupy the former home of Keswick Tavern. Rooster’s will pay homage to Moyer’s recently deceased father, who was very involved and well known in the Glenside community.
Excessive heat warning, feels-like temps as high as 108 in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Today's dangerous hot weather around the Philadelphia region has triggered an Excessive Heat Warning, which is the highest level of heat alert for all areas adjacent to the I-95 corridor and eastward. A Heat advisory is in effect for the Lehigh Valley and Berks County. All current alerts are through 8 p.m. tonight. What makes today different than yesterday is the heat index (feels-like temperature) which may reach 108 degrees. Highs in the mid 90's combined with dewpoints in the upper 70s will create a tropical feeling more like south Florida on an extremely hot day. This is...
Presenting 2024 All-Main Line boys lacrosse teams
The 2024 Main Line high school boys’ lacrosse scene was highlighted by several championship teams. Radnor captured the PIAA 3A state tournament title, Haverford School won the Inter-Ac title, Malvern Prep won the Victory Events National Prep Championship and Episcopal Academy advanced to the PAISAA tournament championship finals. In the Nike/USA Lacrosse High School Boys National Rankings, Malvern Prep (20-2) was ranked No. 3 and Haverford School (20-2) fifth. Other notable teams included Conestoga (13-7), Episcopal Academy (14-7) and Devon Prep (won first-ever District 12 AA title).
Philadelphia Police Officer Critically Injured in Kensington Shooting; Suspect Arrested
In a deeply concerning incident, a Philadelphia police officer was left in critical condition after being shot in the Kensington neighborhood. The suspect is now in police custody, and officials are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Shooting Incident Triggers Strong Community Response. The local community members in Kensington...
Free outdoor movies this summer in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are hosting free movie nights this summer and fall. Several movies are presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society’s Movies on the Block. So, grab a chair or blanket and head to your local park or playground to watch a free outdoor movie with friends and neighbors.
Mayoral Musings: The Impact of 'Grants Pass v. Johnson'
As many are aware, Lansdale, and many other municipalities across the country, have been waiting for the Supreme Court to rule on the constitutionality of laws related to living and sleeping in public parks. After months of debate and discussion, last week, the Supreme Court announced their decision in the...
Late Model hits a Sprint Car; Bedford Speedway allegedly blames Flagman
Sprint Car driver Kenny Heffner has gone to social media to tell the world what happened on Wednesday night at Bedford Speedway in Pennsylvania. He got into an accident with a Late Model car. According to the video on the Kenny Heffner Racing page, several Sprint Car drivers, including Heffner,...
Hotels popping up across Centre County ‘indicator of strong tourism industry’
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) – The replacement coming into the former BioLife building is under a new name: the Nittany Residency Club. The Nittany Residency Club will be one of many upcoming hotels in the area. State College, Benner Township and Bellefonte all have proposed hotel projects. The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB) sees the […]
Italian family celebrates 50 years of formal wear in Montgomery County
Caterina Laguda and her late husband, Tony, immigrated to the United States from Italy with a dream.Tony was a masterful tailor, and together, they opened 'Tony Laguda Formal Wear,' which is celebrating its 50th anniversary today.Caterina and her sons continue to operate the business, serving the Montgomery County community for weddings, proms, and more.The family invited friends, customers, and other local business owners to celebrate in their store today with coffee, cake, and traditional Italian desserts.To learn more about Tony Laguda Formal Wear, watch the video above and visit their Facebook page.RELATED: Dozens become U.S. citizens aboard Battleship New Jersey during special ceremony
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Empower Philadelphia Residents in Reclaiming Vacant Land
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives narrowly passed Senate Bill 645 with a vote of 102-100. The bill, which had already cleared the Senate on June 27, 2024, now awaits Governor Shapiro’s signature to become law. What Senate Bill 645 Entails. Senate Bill 645...
60-year-old plans rediscovered, reconsidered for The Ridge in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission has taken interest in long-abandoned development plans for The Ridge. During a meeting on Monday, copies of the 61-year-old plans for The Ridge, which is located at 3984 Menoher Blvd, were laid out before members of the commission, according to our media partners at The Tribune-Democract. […]
Brian Windhorst Sparks Controversy with Bold Prediction About Philadelphia 76ers’ Championship Chances
In a recent episode of the show “Get Up” on ESPN, Brian Windhorst, Bobby Marks, and Zach Lowe joined Dan Graziano to discuss their expectations for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers following the acquisition of Paul George in free agency. Windhorst made some debatable predictions regarding Sixers’ center Joel Embiid, suggesting that this season is not the only chance for the player to pursue a championship.
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