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Springfield Micro-Hospital Plan on Hold Pending Crozer Health Sale
Crozer Health's plan to turn Springfield Hospital into a 10-bed micro-hospital has been put on hold. Plans to create a 10-bed micro-hospital at Springfield Hospital have been put on hold because of the potential sale of Crozer Health to CHA Partners, writes John George for Philadelphia Business Journal. Crozer is...
When Conshohocken’s children were asked to run home from school during the Cold War
During the Cold War, students participated in civil defense drills that followed the advent of atomic and then nuclear weapons. In a photo dated December 12, 1961 that appeared in the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin, students at Conshohocken Elementary School are shown running home from school as part of Operation Run.
Proud graduates of a mobile preschool
Xiente, a nonprofit organization committed to fostering economic mobility, hosted a graduation for the first cohort of Busesito, a free mobile preschool for children 3-5. The bilingual ceremony took place at The Cenacle at the Padre Pio Center in St. Joachim Church, 1527 Church St. The innovative six-month program was...
Teens get paid to work and learn through Allentown School District internship program
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Hundreds of Allentown teens spent their summer earning money and picking up job skills that will help them after graduation. This is the second summer that Allentown School District has offered a paid internship program to high school students, placing them in jobs throughout the district and the city.
Former Phillies closer signs with painfully familiar World Series foe
It sure didn’t take long for former Philadelphia Phillies closer Héctor Neris to find a new home after his release from the Chicago Cubs earlier this week. In fact, Neris has managed to catch on with a painfully familiar playoff foe of the Phillies in the pesky Houston Astros.
1 dead, 3 hospitalized in quadruple shooting in Chester
Police are investigating a shooting out of Delaware County.Officials say at least 30 shots were fired in a deadly shooting in Chester.It happened at the intersection of Butler and Concord streets around 11:45 p.m. Saturday.Police say four people were shot.One victim died at the scene.Three others are hospitalized.One of the men is listed in critical condition, while the other two are listed in stable condition.Investigators have not revealed a motive for the shooting.
Philly gets federal money to explore ‘cool roofs’
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. The city of Philadelphia is getting money from the federal government to help make homes...
Eagles roster cuts tracker (8/25): Live updates and analysis on each move; Former Eagles WR released
The Eagles will have to make difficult decisions about certain players in the next few days. Philadelphia’s roster has to be cut down from 90 players to 53 players by Tuesday at 4 p.m.. The Eagles are deep at positions like cornerback and defensive tackle, which means good players will get cut.
Check when your Bucks County district returns for 2024-25. Some return before Labor Day
Summer is not officially over, but for some schools classes are in session before Labor Day in Bucks County. Here are the schools in Bucks that head back before Sept. 1 for the 2024-25 school year. All schools, however, have off for the Labor Day holiday, Monday, Sept. 2. Check...
Phillies giving former first-rounder another shot in the rotation
As the Philadelphia Phillies finish up their three-game series against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday, the team appears to have a surprising move in place. With team ace Zack Wheeler originally in line to start the series finale, that spot will now go to Kolby Allard, who will be recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs prior to the game, according to Phillies Nation's Tim Kelly.
6 winners (and four losers) from the Eagles preseason finale vs Vikings
The Philadelphia Eagles eked out victories thanks to some dramatic finished versus both the Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots. The preseason finale came on Saturday. Could they notch their first perfect preseason finish since 2016?. No... No they could not... That's okay though. The goal all summer has been...
Secret Cave That Used to Serve as Hideout for Revolutionary War Outlaws Discovered in Bucks County
A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws, also known as the Doan gang, was discovered in Bucks County and is currently being excavated. A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws–British spies and armed thieves also known as the Doan gang – was recently discovered in Bucks County and is currently being excavated, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio.
These Bucks County High Schools Were Named Best in the Philadelphia Area
Several public high schools in the Bucks County area have been listed as the best in the Philadelphia region this year. Staff writers at Niche documented which local schools made the list. 274 schools in the region were listed based on the academic prowess, culture, and other factors unique to...
Northwood Civic continues to fight health center at Friends
Northwood Civic Association members heard an update on the proposed district health center at Friends Hospital at their Aug. 20 meeting. The city plans to build health centers at Friends and Frankford Avenue and Pratt Street – just 1.4 miles apart – because of the long wait for appointments at the center at 2230 Cottman Ave.
Knoll Revives Iconic Tugendhat Chair for Modern Interiors
EAST GREENVILLE, PA — Knoll has reintroduced the Tugendhat Chair, a celebrated design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, known for its minimalist elegance and comfort akin to a lounge chair. Originally created in 1929, this archival reissue highlights Mies’ skill in merging refinement with human-centric design, making it an ideal fit for contemporary living and workspaces.
Parkland veteran receives his high school diploma, 63 years later
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — A Parkland High School graduate received his diploma this week — 63 years after he left school. The Parkland School Board on Tuesday gave Robert Seel, Class of 1961, his long-awaited diploma. Seel left Parkland High School in his senior year in January...
Philadelphia Eagles: New WR Jahan Dotson Has Strong Words for Former Team Following Trade
Earlier this week, the Philadelphia Eagles pulled off a surprising trade, landing wide receiver Jahan Dotson from the Washington Commanders. The deal was a surprise to many for two reasons. First, Washington does not exactly have a deep wide receiver room, and though Dotson has underachieved, he was one of their top three wide receivers on the depth chart.
Demaj Jalloh, Santana Young shine as CD East tops York High in Rose Bowl
YORK — CD East lost its top offensive weapon on the first series of Saturday’s season opener against York High at the York Rose Bowl, with Jared Porter turning an ankle. The Panthers could’ve shelled up. Instead, they exploded. If you purchase a product or register for...
100 Black Men of Philadelphia gives away book bags and school supplies ahead of school year
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Simir Fuller is a rising 10th grader, who attends programs with the 100 Black Men of Philadelphia, a non-profit organization that provides mentorship to young Black boys. Today,...
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