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COUNCILMEMBER NICOLAS O’ROURKE ANNOUNCES INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Job Description: Intern, Office of Councilmember O’Rourke. Compensation: $20/hour, up to 20 hours per week. We are also happy to accommodate students seeking internships/externships for course credit. Duration: Minimum 3-month commitment, with flexible scheduling. Location: Hybrid – located in Philadelphia, PA. Interns will be expected to perform both...
Insomnia Cookies announces major expansion
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) — The popular Philly-based bakery called Insomnia Cookies recently shared plans for a major expansion in the coming years. Insomnia Cookies is a popular bakery based out of Philadelphia that is most known for offering and delivering a wide variety of “delicious warm cookies.”. The...
Anime-themed Izakaya Fishtown serves happy hour sushi, sake, cocktails for Fishtown Taps Tuesdays
When Connor Lucas was 4-years-old, he saw one of his first cartoon movies, a Japanese animated fantasy called My Neighbor Totoro. Years later, he incorporated his love for anime into restaurant-bar Izakaya Fishtown. “Izakaya means ‘bar’ or ‘tavern’ in Japanese,” said Lucas, the director of operations at Izakaya Fishtown. “I...
Philadelphia's Logan Square fountain turns 100 years old
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An iconic fixture of the Philadelphia cityscape is celebrating a major milestone birthday.The Swann Memorial Fountain in the city's Logan Square is now 100 years old after it was first unveiled in July 1924.A fixture inside the traffic circle on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and visible from the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the fountain features multiple sculptures by Alexander Stirling Calder, depicting three reclining Native American figures emitting water — each representing a different major waterway around Philadelphia — the Delaware, the Schuylkill and the Wissahickon Creek.Architect Wilson Eyre Jr....
Fishtown Taps district-wide happy hour Tuesdays features Sancho Pistola’s
There are many stories behind the naming of Sancho Pistola’s, a restaurant-bar in the Fishtown District that infuses Mexican food with other cuisines like American and Asian dishes. Owner Casey Parker shared one while mentioning the artwork, created by his wife, hanging on the walls showing the Sancho Panza, the sidekick character from the classic novel Don Quixote.
Wanted: Suspect for Robbery/Shooting Incident in the 24th District [VIDEO]
The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the suspect depicted in the following video. On July 12th, 2024, a 31-year-old male was robbed at gun point while inside a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue. The victim confronted the suspect outside and was shot one time in the neck. The victim is currently listed in critical condition. The suspect was last seen fleeing the area on a blue and silver Trek” mountain bike.
@Victory_Events girls’ recruit: Springside Chestnut Hill 2025 ATT Colin commits to Stevens Tech
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy 2025 attack Maille Colin has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Stevens Institute of Technology. High school: Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Philadelphia, PA. Position: Attack. Grad year: 2025. College committed to: Stevens Institute of Technology. Club team: Reign LC. Expected major: Business. Why did you...
Philadelphia Rallies Support with Resources to Combat Food and Housing Insecurity
In the City of Brotherly Love, the fight against food and housing insecurity persists as an enduring quest for dignity. Recent information from the Philadelphia government underscores the magnitude of the challenge and a slew of resources available to those in need. Those seeking shelter amidst economic strife have places...
Q&A: What Happens Now After Drexel and Salus Have Merged?
It’s official: Drexel University and Salus University have formally received approval to complete the corporate merger bringing Salus under Drexel’s enterprise. The merger recently received approval from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accrediting body, and the next step of this two-step process is expected to be completed within this upcoming year when the U.S. Department of Education approves the completion of the merger.
On and off rain keep us below 90
Tuesday holds on to clouds , keeping temperatures in the upper 80s. Another round of showers moves in overnight and could linger into Wednesday morning. But the rest of Wednesday and Thursday just has a few showers and a lot of clouds. Temperatures only amount to mid 80s. Its not until the weekend that we […]
Temple extends five more offers
While Adam Fisher and his Temple men’s basketball staff will continue to hone in on building their 2025 recruiting class, they have also stayed busy extending offers to rising juniors and sophomores, including one with a familiar last name. Mani Sajid, Dawson Battie, Malik Fields, Angelo Dickerson and Zaahir...
PA Youth Vote working to energize young voters ahead of November election
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — As the 2024 election season intensifies and with Vice President Kamala Harris in the running to take over for Joe Biden on the presidential ticket, Democrats are hoping to energize a younger voter base.It's a strategy that Republicans are trying as well.Nonpartisan group PA Youth Vote joined CBS News Philadelphia to discuss the effort to court the youth vote.Philly Regional Organizer Kamryn Davis says the organization is trying to raise the importance of the youth vote in every election, not just when presidential candidates are on the ballot.As the group educates the public, some recurring...
Phillies' bullpen in crisis as trade deadline approaches
The Phillies' bullpen had been a source of strength all season long for the Phillies. Had been. They sent two relievers to the All-Star Game and have seen Jeff Hoffman and Matt Strahm soar toward being two of the best in the business. They also have managed the pen to keep their weaker arms from hurting them too much in high leverage situations.
Firefighters battle another blaze at same Chester County home
An investigation is underway after a Chester County home went up in flames for the second time in recent months.Chopper 6 was overhead Tuesday as crews worked to contain the flames along Leopard and Sugartown roads in Easttown Township.The call came in at 10:45 a.m. as flames could be seen shooting from the roof.Fire crews recognized the residence due to a blaze earlier this year."Everybody immediately recognized the address. It was a pretty substantial fire the last time," said Berwyn Fire Company Chief Justin Brundage.Chopper 6 video: Firefighters battle another blaze at same Chester County homeDue to known structural issues,...
Lyme disease cases on the rise in Montgomery County
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) — Montgomery County Health officials said there were thousands of cases of Lyme disease last year and that new ways of diagnosing the illness are leading to more accurate numbers and earlier help for those infected.In Jeanette Suros' peaceful backyard stood some bad memories."There's multiple PTSD moments that I have to work through," she said. "And, I would have liked to not have to go through that every time."Still, she tried to enjoy her herb garden while remembering nearly dying from Lyme disease spread by a tick bite in 2016 and again in 2019."I wasn't able...
Camden County sees nearly 40% dip in overdoses in 2024, data finds
CAMDEN — Camden County officials are celebrating the latest data on overdose numbers. For the first half of 2024, there has been a 39% drop in overdoses when compared to the same months in 2023. "Honestly, the numbers were a bit surprising. We've been leveling off over the last...
Teen Swimmer Drowns in Gloucester County, NJ Lake
A day at a lake in Gloucester County, New Jersey turned tragic after the drowning of a teen. Saturday was sunny and warm, a much milder day than we've had so far this summer. It should have been a day of fun for all who spent time outdoors but that ended up not being the case at one lake in South Jersey.
Montgomery County Athletes Ready to Shine at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks. Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.
Camden County Youth Service Commission meeting set for today
The Camden County Youth Service Commission, the entity responsible for planning and overseeing services for at-risk youth in the county, will hold its next meeting today from 4 to 5 p.m. The meeting will take place in person at the Camden County Technical School located at 6008 Browning Road in Pennsauken.
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