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‘Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’: Historic Pa. cemetery up for sale
If you’re looking to move somewhere with some peace and quiet, well, here’s a suggestion. Why not buy this historical cemetery in Philadelphia, Pa., that’s currently up for grabs?. There’s currently a listing for the area’s Mount Vernon Cemetery — located at the intersection of Ridge Ave....
North Wales’ John Oates Talks About His Life Now As a Solo Act
After decades as half of Montgomery County’s famous duo Hall & Oates, John Oates is returning home to play the Philadelphia Folk Festival, but as a solo act, writes Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Oates made headlines late last year when his rift with Daryl Hall went public...
Leagues Cup: Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte FC 1-0
The Leagues Cup kicked off on Saturday, July 27th at Subaru Park when the Union took on Charlotte FC. José Martínez started the game with a yellow card prior to kickoff for dissent. He along with other players on the team were told by the referee to remove their wedding bands. In the past, the team used taped over their bands and were able to play. Later, Kai Wagner saw one of the Charlotte FC players with his band on and alerted the referee. It did not appear to be a concern of the referee. A new addition to the team, Samuel Adeniran, made his first start for the team and almost scored in the first half. His presence on the field and ability to integrate into the Union’s system made him look like a veteran Union player. Registering his first League Cup goal, Tai Baribo helped the Union take the lead in the 33rd minute. In additional to yellow card issued to José Martínez, players Tyger Smalls (60’), Dániel Gazdag (68’) and Captain Alejandro Bedoya (75’) were also given yellow cards in the game. Andre Blake was in the net and registered the 2nd clean sheet of his Leagues Cup career.
Former Big Run Man Accused of Animal Cruelty Faces Hearing on Wednesday
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) — A former Big Run resident who is charged with animal cruelty after several dead animals were found on his property is due in court Wednesday. According to court documents, a preliminary hearing for 68-year-old John T. Benko, of Philadelphia and formerly of Big Run, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, with District Judge David B. Inzana’s presiding.
A new way to fund urban forestry takes root in Philadelphia
Many dead or fallen trees in Philadelphia face an unglamorous fate as wood chips or mulch. But now, the city has bigger plans for some of its wood waste: Mill it into building material — and rake in some of the profits to support Philadelphia’s urban forestry plans.
Shooting sparks investigation into illegal speakeasy operation in Southwest Philadelphia
A shooting in Southwest Philadelphia has sparked an investigation into an illegal speakeasy. However, local Liberians call it a community center.Crime tape blocked off a line of trailers parked in a grassy lot off 60th Street and Lindbergh Boulevard after a 37-year-old man was shot in the back at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday.He is said to be in stable condition.Local Liberians tell Action News they were celebrating Liberian Independence Day when the shooting allegedly happened in a nearby alley.Jeffrey Harmon walked Action News through what appears to be a makeshift outdoor area under a canopy of trees.He says the area...
Nehemiah Tabernacle, an “affirming church” in a Germantown home, builds community and inclusivity with hopes of expanding
From a young age, openly gay Pastor Omar Galloway knew he wanted to lead his own church, which he knew would be a welcoming, inclusive space where all people were respected. In 1992, he wrote a framework but “had to wait to see what was the perfect time,” Galloway told the Germantown Info Hub. He spent his time in ministerial training at another church while working as a full-service worker for a Philadelphia nursing home.
Missing Juvenile Ajai Stafford from the 35th District
The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile Ajai Stafford. Ajai was last seen July 29, 2024, at 12:53 pm on the 45xx block of N. 16th St. He is 16 years-of-age. No clothing description given. Anyone with any information on Ajai’s is asked to...
In Pa., spotted lanternflies’ knack for hitchhiking is proving crucial to their staying power
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Spotted lanternflies are back in the Philly region, and in the 10 years since they first appeared in Pennsylvania, scientists have learned important details about the damage they cause — and what makes them so effective.
Justice returns to Philly, bringing new music and a festival-sized light show to The Met
French electronic duo Justice will be performing at The Met on Wednesday, bringing a stage set designed for festivals crammed into the theater for an intense light show. The Grammy award-winning group dropped their first album in nearly a decade, Hyperdrama, back in April, featuring contributions from Tame Impala, Miguel, and Thundercat. One half of the duo, Xavier de Rosnay, said the main goal while making the new record was to have fun and “make something we like.”
Originally Scraped from a Dogwood in a Cemetery, This Yeast Knocks ‘em Dead at a Bucks County Brewery
Yeast found on a cemetery dogwood tree has been turned into a popular beer, Philly Sour. Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is winning accolades from the local beer industry and beyond, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Neighbors want to see Philly’s Logan Triangle redeveloped. Will it ever happen?
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. Sonia Garrett thinks about the Logan Triangle every day. She can’t help it. “It’s...
Temple University police K9 Chandler passes away
Temple University Police announces their K9 Chandler passed away due to a medical condition. In a statement posted on Facebook, they said the K9, who recently turned 10-years-old, served the university for more than six years with police officer Natalie Sherman. “K9 Chandler was a brave and selfless dog who dedicated much of his life […]
Philadelphia Radio, Civil Rights Icon Mary Mason Passes At 94
Philadelphia radio trailblazer Beatrice Elmore, known on-air as Mary Mason, has passed away at the age of 94. Mason’s impact went beyond the airwaves on WHAT-AM into local politics, where she played a pivotal role in promoting civil rights. Mason began her radio career at WHAT in the late...
Judge denies request to move murder trial of ex-officer Mark Dial out of Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL/AP) — A judge has turned down a request to move the trial of a former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a motorist as he sat in his car, saying there’s insufficient evidence that the defendant would be unable to get a fair trial in the city. Attorneys for former officer Mark […]
Insomnia Cookies Gains New Investors, Eyes Global Expansion
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Insomnia Cookies has announced new investments from Verlinvest and Mistral Equity Partners. This move is set to propel the company toward its goal of opening more than 1,800 bakeries in the U.S. and beyond. Verlinvest, known for backing top consumer brands, will leverage its expertise to...
Wildfire particulate exposure linked to higher odds of dementia diagnosis
PHILADELPHIA — Exposure to wildfire smoke and fine particulates was associated with increased risk of a dementia diagnosis in a cohort of older adults, data show. “Air pollution produced by wildfires now accounts for more than 70% of total. [fine particulate matter] exposure on poor air quality days in...
3 injured after crash along Boathouse Row: police
PHILADELPHIA - Three people are in the hospital after police say a crash occurred in North Philadelphia Sunday evening. According to police the crash happened around 6:45 p.m. They say at least two vehicles were involved, and a driver took off. The conditions of those hospitalized have not been released...
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