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The women behind the movement: Philly Girls Jump putting double Dutch on map
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Two best friends are putting double Dutch on the map in Philadelphia with Philly Girls Jump, and thousands of people are following along.It's the fancy footwork, staying in sync with the ropes, people watching and anticipating the tricks of more experienced jumpers. That's the excitement that comes along with double Dutch.Tanisha Rinehardt and her best friend Rasheedah Mclean started Philly Girls Jump in 2016.It all began with Rinehardt and McLean talking about ways they could start moving and be more active. McLean posted on Facebook, hoping some of their friends would join them to jump rope."We were...
Match Report: Philadelphia Union II 3 – Chattanooga FC 1
Last time out, Union II defeated New England 2-1 thanks to an own goal and Cavan Sullivan’s first tally for the team. Chattanooga fell 2-1 to Carolina Crown Legacy, despite Mehdi Ouamri’s penalty kick. Union come into the matchup residing atop the East on 10 wins and 35 points. CFC currently hold 4th with 6 wins and 28 points but have only won one of their last 5 games.
Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions
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Public safety at the forefront here in Delmarva
DELMARVA – Public safety has been in the news since, the unfortunate events in Butler Pennsylvania, with the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. With the rise in Mass shootings and violent crimes happening during large gatherings across the nation. However, Delmarva officials do have safety nets in...
Can you break a car window to save a kid? What your state law says
A Quakertown, Pennsylvania woman allegedly left her infant in a car while shopping. In Omaha, a 5-year-old boy died after being left in a hot car for seven hours, according to reports. A day earlier, a 2-year-old girl in Marana, Arizona died after being left in a hot car for an hour in 111-degree weather, officials said.
Milford School District Tables Controversial Classroom Policy
MILFORD, Del.- After more than two hours of public comment, the Milford School Board has decided to postpone a final decision on a policy regarding the handling of controversial or sensitive topics in classrooms. Prior to Monday night's meeting, parents, teachers, and students from the district displayed signs advocating for...
Winterthur Artisan Market returns with added day, 100 artists
One of Virginia Mitchell’s favorite summer events returns this weekend: The Winterthur Artisan Market, which she calls unique because of its setting and the quality of its artists. “The Artisan Market is not your average craft market,” said Mitchell, who lives in Kennett Square and will be going for the third year in a row Sunday. “I can tell the ... Read More
PSP: Elderly woman scammed out of over $11K after threats of arrest
CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — After a 73-year-old was scammed out of $11,500, Pennsylvania State Police are warning the community of federal, state and local scams. On June 13, PSP received a report that the 73-year-old victim had lost over $11,000 after receiving an email from a scammer. The email had SSA letterhead and stated […]
Susan Foster Named General Manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 15, 2024-- Rush Street Gaming announced today that international gaming executive Susan Foster has been appointed general manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240715347909/en/ Susan Foster has been named general manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia. (Photo: Business Wire)
Grocery store jobs in NY, NJ: ShopRite, Fairway Market hiring
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) – Looking for work? A slew of supermarkets are hiring across New York and New Jersey this month. On July 27, ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market locations will host job fairs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Select locations across a few states will offer […]
Discover Global Flavors at Swarthmore College i20 Club’s Fall Fest
Community is at the heart of Swarthmore College, and this sense of community is evident right from the First Collection ceremony at the Amphitheater, with all peers from your class year. This spirit of togetherness is also reflected in all other clubs and affinity groups on Swarthmore’s campus. While I believe the glue that holds club members together is the shared sense of value and respect, the shared meals are definitely a plus.
New Emmaus creativity and arts center sets summer adult workshops, plans Phase 1 opening next year
EMMAUS, Pa. — More than six years since its conception and after thousands of hours of volunteer work, the creativity and arts center JuxtaHub has announced a slate of summer workshops. And the 35,000-square-foot facility on former Rodale Publishing land at 375 S. 10th St. is gearing up to...
Philadelphia Police Seek Public's Assistance in Search for Missing Juvenile Jahzir Ford
The Philadelphia Police Department has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating a missing juvenile, Jahzir Ford, who disappeared from his home earlier this week. According to a release posted on the Philadelphia Police Department's news blotter, the 13-year-old was last seen leaving his residence at the 5100 block of Baynton Street at approximately 5:30 pm on Friday, July 12, 2024.
Hilltop Haven: Wilmington’s West Side continues to be home for immigrants
This story was produced by Spotlight Delaware as part of a partnership with Delaware Online/The News Journal. For more about Spotlight Delaware, visit www.spotlightdelaware.org. As Alexander Toscano sat on a concrete stoop in front of his home, cars slogged up the sun-baked West Fourth Street in front of him. A little girl zipped by on...
Small Businesses Save Big with PECO Small Business Solutions
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Sprinklers minimize damage from weekend commercial fires in Newark, New Castle area
The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office determined that two commercial building fires over the weekend were accidental. The first fire occurred on Friday at about 7:15 p.m. at the Tri State Battery building on 107 Albe Drive off Old Baltimore Pike, south of Newark.
Prospect Park fire chief resigns after sharing "unprofessional post" following Trump rally shooting
PROSPECT PARK, Pa. (CBS) -- Prospect Park Fire Chief Jim Simmonds resigned Sunday night after sharing a post where "ill-mannered remarks were made on social media" following the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, over the weekend. "I made a terrible mistake in posting an unprofessional post on Facebook," Simmonds wrote in Citizens of Delco, a public Facebook group, Monday. "I meant no harm to anyone and an attempted assassination of a former US President is no laughing matter."The post Simmonds is referencing appears to have been deleted from the social media platform, however, screenshots reposted in the...
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