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Angelo Cataldi criticizes SportsRadio 94WIP's response to kissing allegation against Howard Eskin
Angelo Cataldi isn't pleased with how his former employer has chosen to handle the allegation that Howard Eskin, his longtime SportsRadio 94WIP colleague, gave an unwanted kiss to an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park in May. Eskin, 73, has been barred from the stadium for the remainder of the...
Six Montgomery County Residents Make Forbes List of Richest People in World
Six Montgomery County residents found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires List recently published by Forbes, including one, Jeff Yass (inset), CEO of Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd, who broke the top 100. Six Montgomery County residents have found their place on this year’s World’s Billionaires...
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group and Jasper’s Backyard Owners Announce Rooster’s, Coming to Glenside
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group will team up with the owners of Jasper’s Backyard to open Rooster’s at 294 N. Keswick Avenue. Justin Weathers, Joe Monnich and Glenside native Matt Moyer (Stove and Tap, Al Pastor, Joey Chops, GBU) and Chris Magarity (Jasper’s Backyard) will open the classic American pub with a focus on great food and drinks, a welcoming and lively atmosphere, and customer service that will have locals feeling like royalty. The new bar, restaurant and community space will occupy the former home of Keswick Tavern. Rooster’s will pay homage to Moyer’s recently deceased father, who was very involved and well known in the Glenside community.
Free outdoor movies this summer in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are hosting free movie nights this summer and fall. Several movies are presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society’s Movies on the Block. So, grab a chair or blanket and head to your local park or playground to watch a free outdoor movie with friends and neighbors.
Kokomo’s Bar & Grill in Carlisle closes suddenly; employees blindsided
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Kokomo’s Sports Bar & Grill in Carlisle suddenly closed its doors over the weekend. abc27 news reported back in December 2023 when Kokomo’s Bar & Grill listed their sports bar on 1582 Holly Pike for sale for $1,250,000. At the time, the bar had just relocated from a space in Lewisberry that has since been taken over by a new sports bar called the Horn Pub.
Mayoral Musings: The Impact of 'Grants Pass v. Johnson'
As many are aware, Lansdale, and many other municipalities across the country, have been waiting for the Supreme Court to rule on the constitutionality of laws related to living and sleeping in public parks. After months of debate and discussion, last week, the Supreme Court announced their decision in the...
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Whitehall DB/WR Brandon Bird
65 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 1 interception. Coach says “Brandon practices and plays with incredible effort and developed into an excellent safety for us. He created timely turnovers in multiple games. We look forward to see him expand his game this fall. LET’S GET TO KNOW...
Late Model hits a Sprint Car; Bedford Speedway allegedly blames Flagman
Sprint Car driver Kenny Heffner has gone to social media to tell the world what happened on Wednesday night at Bedford Speedway in Pennsylvania. He got into an accident with a Late Model car. According to the video on the Kenny Heffner Racing page, several Sprint Car drivers, including Heffner,...
Big crowd flocks to Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course for annual ostrich, camel and zebra races
A hot summer Friday afternoon in the midst of a four-day holiday weekend proved the proper formula for a successful day at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course. A large and enthusiastic crowd turned out and jammed the Grantville racetrack for its annual ostrich and camel racing program, which this year included a zebra race and a meet-and-greet appearance by the Phillie Phanatic.
Hotels popping up across Centre County ‘indicator of strong tourism industry’
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) – The replacement coming into the former BioLife building is under a new name: the Nittany Residency Club. The Nittany Residency Club will be one of many upcoming hotels in the area. State College, Benner Township and Bellefonte all have proposed hotel projects. The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB) sees the […]
Pennsylvania House Passes Bill to Empower Philadelphia Residents in Reclaiming Vacant Land
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives narrowly passed Senate Bill 645 with a vote of 102-100. The bill, which had already cleared the Senate on June 27, 2024, now awaits Governor Shapiro’s signature to become law. What Senate Bill 645 Entails. Senate Bill 645...
60-year-old plans rediscovered, reconsidered for The Ridge in Johnstown
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission has taken interest in long-abandoned development plans for The Ridge. During a meeting on Monday, copies of the 61-year-old plans for The Ridge, which is located at 3984 Menoher Blvd, were laid out before members of the commission, according to our media partners at The Tribune-Democract. […]
Boots to Health, working to improve veterans overall health
A nonprofit organization is working to improve the lives of veterans. The Boots to Health Foundation offers life coaching, fitness, training, and nutrition coaching to veterans at no cost. Logan Spiewak is the co-founder and Executive Director of Boots for Health Foundation. Spiewak, a proud Marine Corps Veteran, struggled significantly...
Brian Windhorst Sparks Controversy with Bold Prediction About Philadelphia 76ers’ Championship Chances
In a recent episode of the show “Get Up” on ESPN, Brian Windhorst, Bobby Marks, and Zach Lowe joined Dan Graziano to discuss their expectations for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers following the acquisition of Paul George in free agency. Windhorst made some debatable predictions regarding Sixers’ center Joel Embiid, suggesting that this season is not the only chance for the player to pursue a championship.
Jason and Kylie Kelce Raise Nearly $1 Million for Important Cause: ‘We Are So Proud’
Jason and Kylie Kelce are having one heck of a charitable summer. Spearheaded by the Kelces, the fourth annual Team 62 fundraiser benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation raised over $865,000 in just two days. “The enthusiasm and generosity around this event never ceases to amazing (sic) me,” Kylie, 32, boasted via Instagram on Wednesday, July […]
Harrisburg Mayor speaks after Fourth of July incidents: ‘Time for the parents in Harrisburg to take charge’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams spoke strongly at a press conference Friday addressing the safety concerns at the Fourth of July event that led to the premature end of the city’s massive fireworks show. Three guns, one being a BB gun and the other being a pistol that could become fully automatic […]
Sixers Should Roll the Dice on Former All-Star Trying for NBA Comeback
Despite constantly reshaping the roster around Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers are yet to get over the hump and make it past the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. With the addition of Paul George in free agency, the pressure is on the Sixers to go farther than any previous version of this team has.
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