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School supplies for kids, thanks to M&T
M&T Bank held a back-to-school drive at its branch at 6500 Castor Ave. (at Hellerman Street). State Rep. Anthony Bellmon was among those in attendance. - Advertisement - This event provided supplies for 400 students ahead of the new school year, as well as a bounce house, DJ, snacks, games and resource tables.
Bruce Springsteen, during second night in Philly, talks about last year's illness
Bruce Springsteen is feeling better, thank you. The Boss and the E Street Band delivered a rafter-shaking three-hour concert Friday, Aug. 23 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. This time a year ago, he wasn’t doing so well and was scheduled to play in Philly with the E Street Band. ...
Israel Scouts shine on KleinLife stage
- Advertisement - In a world where stories of division and strife often dominate the headlines, the recent visit of the Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan to KleinLife Theater was a heartening reminder of the power of music, culture and community to bring people together. (The 400-seat theater is housed in the Raymond and Miriam Klein Building located at 10100 Jamison Ave.)
Germantown nonprofit opens museum dedicated to success of formerly incarcerated
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — For 23 years, Rev. Dr. Michelle Simmons has been caring for the formerly incarcerated."It was really important that we leave a legacy because we are so powerful. We are absolutely not our mistakes," said Simmons.In 2001, Simmons founded Why Not Prosper, Inc., a grassroots 501(c)(3) organization located in the Germantown section of Philadelphia.Why Not Prosper assists women in the prison system to rediscover their voices.Simmons had a vision to help honor those discoveries and launched The F.I.R.M. this weekend — Formerly Incarcerated Renaissance Museum is located on the grounds of her nonprofit."I thought, you have all of...
2 Philadelphia police officers on dirt bikes hurt in crash with car
PHILADELPHIA - Two Philadelphia police officers using dirt bikes were hurt in a crash Friday night. The collision happened just before 10 p.m. on the 3300 block of Kensington Avenue. Police tell FOX 29's Steve Keeley that two officers on dirt bikes were riding at a moderate speed on Kensington...
Temple’s Class of 2028 is the most diverse in school’s history
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. On Temple University’s campus Friday, students and their families moved their belongings in carts to dorms like Temple Towers on Cecil B. Moore Ave. and the 27-story Morgan Hall on N. Broad Street.
Imhotep Charter survives late comeback attempt by Clarkson North
YORK, PA – In its quest for its another PIAA title, Imhotep Charter Panthers opened its inaugural season in 6A in the second-ever York Rose Bowl against Canada’s Clarkson North Chargers. The Chargers threw the first punch, but much like the heavyweight fighter they are, the reigning PIAA...
How will Philly’s extended school day pilot work? Some parents still unsure
The city and school district are launching before and after school programs at 20 district and five charter schools starting at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m. Some parents still have questions about how the pilot will work.
LSU’s Williams and Penn wearing number 7 and 18 this season
LSU football will have two players, running back Josh Williams and linebacker Greg Penn, wearing numbers 7 and 18 this year. The numbers go to the player who is a great representative of LSU football on and off the field.
Penn women’s soccer opens season with 1-0 loss at Villanova
Classes don’t start until Tuesday, and the first wave of midterms are still several weeks away, but Penn women’s soccer faced its first test of the 2024 campaign Friday afternoon. Unfortunately for the Quakers, their grade was less than desired, as they fell 1-0 to Villanova (2-1). For...
Shamrock Medicine Expands Insurance Acceptance to Enhance Mental Healthcare Access
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Shamrock Medicine is taking significant strides to improve access to mental healthcare in the Greater Philadelphia area by expanding its acceptance of major insurance plans. Now welcoming coverage from Aetna, Cigna, Highmark BCBS, Independence BCBS, Humana, Medicare, Tricare, UMR, and United Insurances, the practice aims to make mental health services more affordable and accessible.
CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR STARS: Ryder Garino, Cherry Hill West baseball
Ryder Garino’s tall, lanky frame belied what he could do with a baseball in his hand. He was far from the most intimidating pitcher in the state, until he released his mid-90s fastball to the plate and shut down just about every lineup he faced all year. The Lions...
Goodwill thrift shop, drop-off site approved by Planning Board for Route 73 in Voorhees.
A plan to convert a closed Rite Aid Pharmacy on Route 73 in Voorhees into a Goodwill Industries thrift shop and donation center got the blessing of the Township Planning Board at its August meeting. Board members unanimously voted in favor of a change of use for the property at...
Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy Opens as Wilmington’s New Beacon of Education
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington celebrated a significant milestone on Friday with the grand opening of the Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy, the first newly constructed school in the city in decades. This event brought together state and local leaders, educators, students, and community members, underscoring the school’s importance in revitalizing educational opportunities for Wilmington’s youth.
Delaware was ranked as one of the least fun states in the US. Here’s why we disagree
A recent poll ranked every U.S. state from most to least fun, and Delaware ranked 48th. WalletHub used data available on the number of entertainment destinations like restaurants, amusement parks, golf courses, movie theaters and more along with metrics related to every state’s nightlife scene to determine which states were the most fun...
Yale Women Add YMCA Nationals Champion Devyn Sargent for 2024-25
Upper Main Line YMCA's Devyn Sargent, a multi-time YNats national champion, will join the Bulldogs this fall with Ivy League "A" final times. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
Police searching for missing juvenile who may be in Willow Grove
The Falls Township Police Department is seeking assistance with locating missing juvenile Joelian Weatherill. Police said he is possibly in the Willow Grove or Warminster areas. Weatherill was last seen on Thursday, August 22 at approximately 10:00pm in the Morrisville area. He is 17 years old, approximately 5’10” and approximately...
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