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SS United States could move to Florida, turned into artificial reef
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- In keeping with the Sept. 12 court-imposed eviction from its pier in South Philadelphia, the SS United States very well may be sunk off the Okaloosa County, Fla. coast as part of an artificial reef, CBS News Philadelphia has learned.The county's board of commissioners is expected to take up the matter at a meeting on Tuesday afternoon, according to sources, as well as public meeting agendas and briefing documents.A spokesperson for the SS United States Conservancy said a short time ago by phone that the organization has had conversations with a handful of Florida counties because of...
THE ANNUAL ARTS AND CARE EVENT RETURNS TO THE ICE HOUSE | Article & Photography by: Diane Fleischman
The Arts and Care event held its second gathering at the Ice House in Bethlehem this weekend. The event, created by Michael Judkins, a Lehigh Valley resident, and founder of Oct 14 Entertainment, stated “I wanted to create an event that merges my two worlds of Mental Health and the Creative Arts and to educate and focus on well-being and the feeling of expressive creative arts in the same environment.”
It’s corn-cert time: A look at the corn maze themed after Easton Area High School music
Corn mazes are a fall staple for many, especially for locals who visit Raub’s Farm Market. This year, some may notice familiarity in this year’s corn maze, especially those who were in Easton Area High School’s band or choir. If you purchase a product or register for...
How much can you get for rare 1982 dimes circulating in Bucks County? Experts weigh in
A viral buzz circulating among amateur coin collectors has been the value of a 1982 Roosevelt dime that is missing the mint mark. The rumor had some believing the coin could be worth $1,000. According to the US Mint, it is a rare error coin that collectors have recognized and...
Bucks County held $800K in property owner funds for years. Who is getting that cash now?
The Bucks County treasurer is cutting checks to every municipality and school district in the county, after she learned of two bank accounts that had been holding money owed to residents for nearly 20 years. The accounts, first opened in 2003, held proceeds from tax sales. The tax claim bureau, which is the...
The Washington Post Ranks Doylestown Pizzeria Best in State for Neapolitan Slices
The Spuntino Wood Fired Pizzeria in Doylestown was named the best spot for Neapolitan-style pizza. A popular pizzeria in Doylestown has been listed as the best spot in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza and more. Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt all wrote about this and other pizza shops for The Washington Post.
Rescheduled Frankie Valli Tribute Show Comes to Doylestown Wednesday Night
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Frankie Valli tribute show scheduled for early August will come to town this week (weather permitting), bringing tight harmonies and lots of choreographed dance moves to Doylestown’s summer music series on Wednesday night. The band Lights Out will play songs from Valli’s solo career and his time with the Four Seasons, as well as other music from that time period. Expect to hear songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Who Loves You,” and more at the show that was originally scheduled for Aug. 7.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE...
Construction Complete at 2046-50 East Lehigh Avenue in East Kensington
Philadelphia YIMBY’s recent site visit has confirmed that construction work is complete at 2046-50 Lehigh Avenue in East Kensington. The building, located on the southwest side of the block between between Frankford Avenue and Amber Street, rises five stories and feature ground-floor commercial space as well as 21 residential units. Designed by Ambit Architecture, the structure spans 21,168 square feet and will feature parking for seven bicycles. Permits list Grit Construction as the contractor and a construction cost of $2.75 million.
Widener University Offers Beyonce Course This Fall
A new course at Widener University takes a deeper look at Beyonce's influence. A freshman course being offered this fall at Widener University in Chester has Beyonce as its theme, writes Jessica MacAulay for CBS News, as reported in The Bharat Express News. The course is taught by Dr. Richard...
Saying goodbye to summer: Find out where to eat, drink and be entertained this Labor Day weekend
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It went too fast. It was too hot. It rained too much. Yes, it's true, the unofficial end of summer is here. If you have any part of the long weekend open, and you aren't at the beach or lake, there are more than a few chances for all ages to eat, drink and relax at a variety of food and beverage-inspired activities throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Lehigh Completes First 18 Holes At Fall-Opening Alex Lagowitz Memorial
HAMILTON, N.Y. – Saturday morning rains have shortened the fall-opening Alex Lagowitz Memorial to a 36-hole event. The Lehigh men's golf team shot 302 in Saturday's opening round at Seven Oaks Golf Club, with the Mountain Hawks sitting in 11th place out of 15 teams in the field. Junior...
Easton receives $100,000 grant for public art projects
EASTON, Pa. — Easton has secured a multiyear $100,000 grant to fund public arts projects and activities in the city over the next four years. The funds, from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, are intended to go toward “reinforcing the city’s standing as a hub for creativity, culture, and community-driven revitalization,” the Greater Easton Development Partnership said.
Easton, Wilson run to championships at Northampton cross country invitational
Easton and Wilson girls each claimed championships at Saturday’s Northampton Invitational cross country race at East Allen Park. Easton’s girls used their depth to win the team title in the Class 3A race. The Red Rovers put five runners in the top 20 to score 62 points to runner-up Downingtown West’s 66. Emmaus was third at 93.
Local Family Steps Up, Files Title IX Complaint Against Phoenixville Area School District
Kenzie Padilla, an all-American swimmer headed to Harvard, observed many discrepancies between girls' and boys' sports at her Phoenixville school. A Phoenixville family recently filed a complaint against the Phoenixville Area School District citing alleged disparities between the boys’ and girls’ teams, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
The BSR September 2024 repertory movie roundup
Summer’s over, but the fall repertory cinema season is just beginning. September has a packed lineup at the region’s repertory theaters, including a ‘70s comedy classic, the start of a series of world cinema seminars, and a series of L.A. shaggy dog adventures. The highlights. Sunday, September...
Man shot while sitting outside his home in Philadelphia, police say
Philadelphia police are searching for the person who they said shot a man while he was sitting outside of his home Friday night. According to police, around 10:47 p.m., officers responded to the 600 block of N. Peach Street for a report of a person with a gun. Upon arrival,...
Registration opens to give Philly adults a second chance to earn high school diploma
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. There is good news for adults who hope to earn their high school diplomas but did not previously have a chance. The School District of Philadelphia’s Opportunity Network...
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