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Vehicle Veers Off NJ Turnpike In South Jersey
A vehicle veered off the New Jersey Turnpike in Camden County, authorities said.The crash occurred at about noon on Tuesday, July 23 northbound North of Interchange 3 in Lawnside, according to the NJDOT.There were no serious injuries, according to New Jersey State Police.
Temple IT staffer honored for 25 years of service
Paul Zagarella, CST ’ ‘14 , is marking 25 years of using his expertise in information technology to be of service to others. “I have been with Temple for 25 years and what I am most proud of is helping people all this time,” said Zagarella, who hails from Oaklyn, N.J.
Towson Tennis Head Coach Jamie Peterson Captures Third Consecutive Atlantic Coast Cup Title
PAOLI, Pa. – Towson University women's tennis head coach Jamie Peterson was named captain of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Mid-Atlantic 45-and-over Intersectional Team this past weekend. Peterson led the team to capture its third consecutive Atlantic Coast Cup title at the Waynesborough Country Club in Paoli, Pennsylvania. The annual event pits the best players aged 45-and-over from the four USTA sections of the Northeastern United States (Mid-Atlantic, Eastern, New England and Middle States). The event is a three-day round Robin where each team plays each other in a 2-singles, 3-doubles format with best of three sets and a...
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #5, DB Alijah Clark
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: Alijah Clark. Position: Defensive Back.
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...
Upper Moreland police share details of four recent arrests
The Upper Moreland Police Department has shared the details of the following arrests:. Rakhmanov, 35, of Philadelphia was arrested on July 14 at 7:18pm for Retail Theft. Rakhmanov is accused of stealing $272 worth of food and household items from the Walmart at 2101 Blair Mill Road in Willow Grove, police said.
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...
Man killed in Kensington, chased down Allegheny Ave. by gunman, police say
Police in Philadelphia made an arrest on Monday night, shortly after a man was chased down Allegheny Avenue in Kensington and shot to death. According to police, the incident happened at about 10 p.m. when officials were called to assist an officer at the intersection of Kensington and Allegheny avenues on Monday.
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...
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