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Weather Impact Alert issued for storm chance, heat Wednesday
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — The FOX43 Weather Impact Team declared a Weather Impact Alert Day on Wednesday. The primary impact is high heat and possible strong storms in the afternoon. A HEAT ADVISORY remains for most of the area through Wednesday at 8 p.m. as feels-like numbers climb near 100...
DNC steers $15M to battleground states, including Pa.
The Democratic National Committee is directing nearly $2 million to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party as part of a $15 million investment into battleground state parties. “As MAGA Republicans descend on Milwaukee to nominate a serial liar, cheater and convicted felon in Donald Trump, Democrats are leaving nothing to chance and investing heavily in Pennsylvania to ensure Joe Biden and Kamala Harris win this election,” said Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair Jaime Harrison in a statement.
Pennsylvania man loses $90,000 over one year in gift card scam
LONGSWAMP TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM)– Pennsylvania State Police say a man fell victim to a gift card scam for a year, losing thousands of dollars. State Police in Reading say they were investigating a theft by deception when an Alburtis man in his 70s reported a possible scam on July 1. Troopers say the man reported losing approximately $90,000 in Apple gift cards over the course of a year.
Power outages in North Hills/Oreland lead to ‘shuffling’ brown-outs
Upper Dublin Township officials have provided an update regarding the large power outage affecting the North Hills neighborhood and parts of East Oreland. From their update, published as of 1:45pm on Tuesday, July 16:. A PECO crew is temporarily shuffling power (also called “brown-outs”). You may experience temporary power restoration...
Nominations still open for Jenkintown Alumni Hall of Fame Award, district launches new website
The Jenkintown School District announced that it is still accepting nominations for the annual Alumni Hall of Fame Award which honors “distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions professionally or publicly, positively impacting their workplaces or the broader community,” the district said. Recipients will be inducted during the...
Veteran of Sales and Business Development Sets New Standard for Growth at West Chester-Based MyOfficeOps
Mark Mehok’s innovative marketing and client engagement tactics have set a new standard for growth and client satisfaction at MyOfficeOps. As neighbors and friends for more than a quarter-century, Steve Rickel and Mark Mehok have known each other for quite some time. That personal relationship eventually paved a path...
Holy Family University Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Athletic Fieldhouse
President Anne Prisco, Ph. D., along with trustees, alumni, and student-athletes at the groundbreaking for Holy Family University’s new athletic fieldhouse. Holy Family University (HFU) held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new Athletic Fieldhouse on Jul. 11, as construction is set to begin on the University’s Northeast Philadelphia campus. The project is slated for completion in December 2024.
A Philly lab reveals how obesity drugs like Ozempic cause nausea
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Researchers at the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the side effects of obesity drugs like Ozempic. The study, led by...
Another hot, humid day in Philly, severe weather possible Wednesday
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Wednesday will be hot and very humid again with highs near 95 degrees and a heat index in the triple digits.An excessive heat warning remains in effect now through Wednesday night. After that, an excessive heat watch will go into effect until Wednesday evening. graphicMore potentially severe stormsAnother round of widespread storms is shaping up to impact the Philadelphia area this evening. Compared to Tuesday's storms, this system could be stronger as a cold front finally moves through the area.For this reason, we've issued NEXT Weather Alert day for Wednesday. At this point, the Storm Prediction Center...
PSPCA launches first Pittie Fest with $5 adoption fees for Pitbulls
Danville, Montour Co. — The PSPCA are gearing up for their first ever Pittie Fest with special adoption fees. Adoption fees for all classic Pitbulls of all sizes and ages will be set at five dollars starting July 16th and ending on August 11th at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters, Danville and Lancaster locations.
Christ Church Neighborhood House Uncovers Lost Pieces of Philadelphia History Beginning With “Groundings: An Exhibit”
This summer, Christ Church Neighborhood House pulls back the curtain on a lesser known history in the City of Brotherly Love. Christ Church has been conducting research to discover the lives and everyday acts of resilience and survival by Black people, both free and enslaved in Colonial Philadelphia. Many were buried on the grounds of Christ Church without headstones and this research is designed to shed light on who these people were. This research will culminate in On Buried Ground, an upcoming performance running during the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. Part of the experience will also include an interactive art exhibit. Groundings: An Exhibition opens July 26 at 7 p.m, explores history, memory, and hope in 18th and 19th Century Philadelphia. The exhibit is at Christ Church Neighborhood House, 40 N. American Street, Philadelphia. More information can be found at neighborhood-house.com.
Man Accused of Stealing Cell Phones from Porch
A 22-year-old Philadelphia man is facing charges for allegedly stealing a package containing cell phones from the front porch of a home in Lower Saucon Township. A 22-year-old Philadelphia man is facing charges for allegedly stealing a package containing cell phones from the front porch of a home in Lower Saucon Township.
Final Severe Thunderstorm Threat Comes Wednesday As Cold Front Will End Heat Wave Soon After; New Pattern Coming?
Thunderstorms were localized Tuesday across Southeast PA, while Upstate NY was hit very hard by tornadoes and widespread damaging winds that created an absolute mess up there. Meanwhile, Harrisburg hit 103° and parts of the Cumberland Valley in South Central PA reached 105°. As many areas plunge into drought conditions, it’s safe to say we are in desperate need of a pattern change.
Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions
Small businesses of all kinds can find ways to save big by reducing their energy use with help from PECO. PECO helps small businesses like yours reduce energy expenses and save big. Energy efficiency solutions can help your business cut costs, save money, and improve the overall productivity of your...
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