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Gentile's Market worker celebrates 70 years serving Delaware County
Joe Gentile started working with his dad at his small farm stand at age 7 in Broomall 1954. It soon became known as 'Gentile's Market' and moved to its current location in Newtown Square in the early 1970s.70 years later, the Army veteran and cancer survivor still loves his job and has no plans to retire.Joe, along with his parents and 8 siblings, all worked at the market in some capacity over the many decades. The roster has expanded to include in-laws and children of the family's next generation.Watch our video to see Joe Gentile in action. To learn more about Gentile's Market, visit their Facebook page.RELATED: 89-year-old crossing guard retires after 47 years of serviceDorothy 'Miss Dottie' Kalkbrenner has helped students cross the street in Abington Township for nearly half a century.
Some officials in Delaware County have lost their positions due to social media comments about Trump after he was shot
Some Delaware County public officials have resigned or received blowback following their social media comments after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Trump was grazed by a bullet on Saturday night shortly after he had started speaking at a rally in Butler County near the Ohio line. The...
Tuesday in Philly region could be the hottest day of 2024 so far
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Tuesday will likely be the hottest day so far, and the air temperature itself may get to 100 degrees. While not a record for the date -- 102 is the record in 1998 -- it would be the first triple-digit day since 2012. Whether 98 or 99, the heat index will likely be 106-110 degrees during peak heating of the day in the afternoon, so take it seriously. Up to this point, the hottest temperature we've had was 98 degrees back in June during our first heat wave. Check on neighbors; wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing; and try to limit...
19 vehicles broken into, vandalized in South Philly under investigation: police
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department are investigating after they say more than a dozen vehicles were broken into and vandalized late Sunday night. Police say they received numerous calls after 9:30 Monday morning about broken car windows, the insides ransacked and belongings stolen. They say it occurred in the 1600 to 1800 blocks of Washington Avenue. Investigators believe it happened between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m.
Phillies Infielder Alec Bohm Laughs At Terrible Home Run Derby National Anthem Performance
The national anthem has been known to elicit tears of admiration as people here the Star Spangled Banner. Sadly, that was not the case at Monday’s Home Run Derby on Monday. Instead, the national anthem by Ingrid Andress was widely panned, with players openly laughing at the performance in an embarrassment for MLB. I’m sure […] The post Phillies Infielder Alec Bohm Laughs At Terrible Home Run Derby National Anthem Performance appeared first on BroBible.
FEMA will spend over $2M to protect Philadelphia's Eastwick community from Cobbs Creek flooding
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced it'll spend more than $2 million to install temporary barriers for about 1,400 feet along Cobbs Creek in Philadelphia's Eastwick community.The barriers, known as HESCO barriers, are about four feet high and three feet wide and are made up of fabric and metal wire that's filled with sand.They were recently used during major flooding events in the Midwest.On Monday afternoon, dozens of people, including FEMA administrators, politicians and members of the Eastwick community, gathered at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge's visitor center to discuss the plans for the barriers."The community...
2024 Temple Football Prediction & Preview With Betting Odds, Schedule, Key Returners & Outlook
Temple has posted three consecutive 3-9 seasons, including the last two under head coach Stan Drayton. The last time Temple had a winning season was 2019 when the Owls went 8-5 and earned their fifth straight bowl game appearance. Since then, it’s been downhill. Temple has produced good players. For...
McDevitt’s 1966 XC team to be inducted into Belmont Plateau Cross Country Hall of Fame
Bishop McDevitt High School’s 1966 cross country team will be inducted into the Belmont Plateau Cross Country Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 24, Friends of Bishop McDevitt announced. The ceremony will take at the Belmont Plateau Park in Philadelphia. More about the ceremony and the team’s accomplishments can...
Franchise-record 8 All-Stars reflection of what Phillies have done, not what they want to be
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Having a franchise-record and MLB-high eight All-Stars is a reflection of what the Philadelphia Phillies have done so far this season, not what they expect to be when it is all done. Especially after how they finished each of the last two seasons. “Our goal...
Bryce Harper wants to make a wildly popular change to the All-Star Game
The 2024 MLB All-Star Game is nearly upon us, and with that comes the photos, videos and interviews trickling out from Workout Day at Globe Life Field. Philadelphia Phillies first baseman and now eight-time All-Star Bryce Harper isn't one to shy away from speaking his mind, even at an event like the Midsummer Classic.
Michael Zanoni of Mercer men’s basketball to transfer to Penn
Penn men’s basketball is continuing to be aggressive at the transfer portal, adding another sharpshooting guard in Mercer men’s basketball sophomore guard Michael Zanoni. The 6-foot-5 shooting guard received a wide range of offers, from Power 5 schools to lower-level Division I programs, after entering the transfer portal. However, he immediately gravitated towards Penn when the Red and Blue came knocking due to his existing relationship with the program. In high school, Zanoni developed a rapport with coach Nat Graham and met numerous times with head coach Steve Donahue through the recruiting process.
Philadelphia Parks and Rec summer campers cool off at Lackman Pool and Playground during heat wave
PHILADELPHIA (CBA) – At the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation summer camp at Lackman Playground, campers were feeling the heat Monday."It's like burning," said Ryan Particelli, age 11."Lava! Like lava!" said Dominic Barilone, age 11.It's why the 50 campers, ages 6-12, spent a good portion of their day inside the pool. Nine-year-old Max Casperson described it as "refreshing."Recreation leader Vinnie Ward has been working with the Parks Department for 16 years, and he said this is the busiest summer Lackman Pool has had to date. Typically, during the weekdays, the pool is closed to the public during certain times, keeping it for campers...
Photo essay: Philly’s Icarus Cup saw 1,000+ soccer players ‘enjoy the people’ over the weekend
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia’s Icarus Cup saw thousands connect through the culture of soccer, fashion and vibes throughout the weekend. More than 1,000 players across 80 teams donned special kits...
Philadelphia nonprofit teaches children the trades, life skills
A program in Philadelphia is building dreams and skills for the children in the city's most underserved neighborhoods.'Build A Man' introduces young people to the trades while also giving them access to vital mental health services.It's also a place where kids will be learning life skills.The nonprofit that runs it just welcomed its campers for a second year.Action News has more on the nonprofit in the video above.
Brown: SJU President Dr. Cheryl McConnell tapped by Mayor Cherelle Parker to serve on ‘Eds and Meds Roundtable’
The news was released on June 12 that Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has formed “Roundtables,” comprising a dozen groups of leaders to advise on major Philadelphia sectors. According to a July 2 news item, Saint Joseph’s University President Cheryl A. McConnell, PhD, was invited to participate by Mayor...
Philadelphia Email Breach Impacted Data from 35,000+ People
(TNS) — The city of Philadelphia has revealed that more than 35,000 people were affected by a data breach in its email system last year, but investigators have found no evidence that anyone was victimized by identity theft or fraud. The breach was first publicly reported by the city...
Philadelphia, PA, TV news anchor Mike Jerrick shares cancer diagnosis
If you're a fan of Mike Jerrick, one of the hosts of FOX 29's Good Day Philadelphia morning show, you might have been wondering where's he's been lately. Jerrick just revealed he's been battling cancer. Jerrick returned to the airwaves Monday to let viewers know that he did not get...
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