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From Greek Roots to the Bench: The Inspiring Journey of George Koudelis
George Koudelis, a distinguished Greek-American retired judge and lawyer, has made a lasting impact on the legal profession and his community. His life story epitomizes the American dream and the enduring influence of cultural heritage. George’s journey begins with his family’s roots in Korone, Greece, and a rich history that...
Nick Castellanos' knack for hitting home runs amid major news comes full circle
Infamous sports broadcaster Thom Brennaman was re-hired on Sunday, four years after being exiled from the broadcast booth. NEWS: Thom Brennaman, who has been exiled from broadcasting for fours years after using a homophobic slur on air, has been hired to call nationally televised college football games for The CW, The Athletic has learned.Full story: https://t.co/Elp1WpwbtS — Andrew Marchand (@AndrewMarchand) July 21, 2024 Shortly after news of Brennaman's new job was reported, President Joe Biden dropped his bid for re-election. And of course, Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos homered, just four hours after the Brennaman news was announced. When I spoke to Thom...
Hunter McDonald’s old-school style has the Flyers interested
Hunter McDonald is not your typical defenseman. At least not the way most at the position play the game today. McDonald has quickly risen the ranks of the Flyers' prospect pool. It's his physical, in-your-face style that has him on the team's radar. And potentially as soon as the 2024-25 season. McDonald debuted with the Phantoms last season and is set for his first full year after two seasons at Northeastern.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker Addresses West Philadelphia Shooting
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, joined by Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and other city officials, addressed the public at 11 AM today regarding the tragic firearm incident in West Philadelphia, which resulted in three fatalities and six injuries. The briefing was held at 1200 N. Alden St. aimed to provide the latest updates on an event that has deeply affected the community.
Woman Charged in Connection with Shooting of Infant in Philadelphia's Holmesburg Area
A woman has been arrested and charged in connection to the shooting of a 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. The shooting, which occurred around 5:51 p.m. last Thursday on the 4000 block of Meridian Street, resulted in a swift response from law enforcement. According to 6abc, the suspect was taken into custody the following night and is currently awaiting formal charges.
Three Killed, Six Wounded in West Philadelphia Block Party Shootout, Mayor Urges Community Action
A neighborhood in West Philadelphia became the scene of a deadly confrontation yesterday earlier where an argument at a block party descended into a firefight, leaving three dead and six injured. As reported by FOX 29, Mayor Cherelle Parker expressed her condemnation at a press conference, "It's never okay to put an entire neighborhood at risk like this." Parker's remarks come after a night that saw a community event turn into what Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel described as "a gun battle."
Gillie Da Kid honors late son on anniversary of his death with billboard
Gillie Da Kid took some time to pay respect to the life of his late son YNG Cheese, who was shot and killed on July 23, 2023. The rapper and host of “Million Dollaz Worth of Game” took to Instagram to share video of a digital billboard display he and his family made to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Cheese’s death.
Philadelphia 18-year-old arrested over firearm found in Ambler
The Ambler Borough Police Departments reported on July 22nd that on July 16th its officers responded to a residence on the 100 Block of South Chestnut Street after receiving a report of a found firearm. Responding officers investigated and discovered that the person who possessed the firearm was 18-year-old Anthony...
Collegeville’s Lucy Olsen to Replace Caitlin Clark as Iowa’s Point Guard
After three seasons at Villanova, Collegeville native and Spring-Ford grad Lucy Olsen will replace Caitlin Clark as Iowa’s point guard. After three stellar seasons at Villanova, Collegeville native and Spring-Ford High School graduate Lucy Olsen will replace Caitlin Clark as University of Iowa’s point guard, writes Scott Dochterman for The Athletic.
Harris to visit Wilmington for campaign after Biden drops out
Vice President Harris on Monday will travel to Wilmington, Del., the home of the campaign headquarters that previously belonged to President Biden’s reelection campaign. The trip will take place at 3:10 p.m., and her office said it is for a campaign engagement. It will be Harris’s first campaign engagement since Biden dropped his 2024 bid […]
City leaders rebuke Philadelphia mass shooting that killed 3, injured 6: ' This was a gun battle'
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker condemned a weekend mass shooting that erupted during an argument at a street gathering and claimed the lives of three people. "It's never okay to put an entire neighborhood at risk like this," said Parker, who held a press conference from where the shooting...
VP Harris Heads To Wilmington
(Washington, DC) -- Vice President Harris will visit her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, today. This will be her first campaign engagement since President Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed her for president. The campaign was renamed "Harris for President" following Biden's announcement Sunday, and campaign staff have...
Mayor Parker endorses Kamala Harris for president: 'She is prepared to meet this moment'
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker says she would be "proud" to support Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States. The vice president has emerged as a top contender for the Democratic Party's nomination for the 2024 presidential race after President Joe Biden dropped out on Sunday.
Ultimate host Landon Dickerson builds sweet slip-n-slide for Eagles teammates
Eagles guard and consummate host Landon Dickerson had some his teammates over to his sprawling estate to beat the late July heat heading into training camp. The highest paid guard in the NFL manufactured a slip n slide from scratch, and, by the looks of it, a good time was had by all.
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