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Snow reported at Philadelphia International Airport in the middle of July: NWS
PHILADELPHIA - It appears Philadelphia took "Christmas in July" a little too seriously this year!. As temperatures hit a high of 94 degrees on Sunday, a record daily snowfall was reported at the Philadelphia International Airport. The National Weather Service says thunderstorms produced small hail, which counts as a trace...
Philadelphia Parks and Rec summer campers cool off at Lackman Pool and Playground during heat wave
PHILADELPHIA (CBA) – At the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation summer camp at Lackman Playground, campers were feeling the heat Monday."It's like burning," said Ryan Particelli, age 11."Lava! Like lava!" said Dominic Barilone, age 11.It's why the 50 campers, ages 6-12, spent a good portion of their day inside the pool. Nine-year-old Max Casperson described it as "refreshing."Recreation leader Vinnie Ward has been working with the Parks Department for 16 years, and he said this is the busiest summer Lackman Pool has had to date. Typically, during the weekdays, the pool is closed to the public during certain times, keeping it for campers...
Gentile's Market worker celebrates 70 years serving Delaware County
Joe Gentile started working with his dad at his small farm stand at age 7 in Broomall 1954. It soon became known as 'Gentile's Market' and moved to its current location in Newtown Square in the early 1970s.70 years later, the Army veteran and cancer survivor still loves his job and has no plans to retire.Joe, along with his parents and 8 siblings, all worked at the market in some capacity over the many decades. The roster has expanded to include in-laws and children of the family's next generation.Watch our video to see Joe Gentile in action. To learn more about Gentile's Market, visit their Facebook page.RELATED: 89-year-old crossing guard retires after 47 years of serviceDorothy 'Miss Dottie' Kalkbrenner has helped students cross the street in Abington Township for nearly half a century.
Shelly the Tortoise in Springfield Settles Into New Home Following School Eviction
Shelly the Tortoise was removed from the Ecology Center at Scenic Hills Elementary School Thursday but now has a new home. Thursday was moving day for Shelly the Tortoise, who has lived more than 20 years at the Ecology Center at Scenic Hills Elementary School in Springfield, reports, Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia.
VIDEO: Former NFL Superstar Reveals He’d Give Back His 2 Super Bowl Championship Rings To Change His One Career Regret
If a former NFL superstar running back had it his way, he’d have one Super Bowl ring with his hometown team instead of two with a pair of different clubs. Former NFL running back LeSean McCoy spent his best years with the Philadelphia Eagles (2009 to 2014) and Buffalo Bills (2015 to 2018). Though he was well past his prime, McCoy had the luxury of winning back-to-back Super Bowls to close out his career — with the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019 and 2020, respectively.
LGBTQ+ Resource Center announces grand opening in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The new LGBTQ+ Resource Center will soon be unveiled in Strawberry Square. According to Harristown Enterprises, GLO, a comprehensive community resource for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults of color, has opened a new resource center on the second floor of downtown Harrisburg’s Strawberry Square.
'It's a long time coming': An inside look into the most decorated amateur boxing gym in all of Pennsylvania
Lancaster City Boxing Academy has the most amateur national boxing champs statewide. Their success stems from passion, a sense of family and a drive to be great.
Living History At Children Of Gettysburg 1863
The Gettysburg Foundation is pleased to partner with living historians to offer area residents and visitors to Gettysburg living history programming at Children of Gettysburg 1863 on select weekends. Open daily, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. for the summer season through Oct. 14, Children of Gettysburg 1863 is an interactive...
📰Tributes flood in for local sprint car driver
Good morning, Hanover! It's going to be a hot one today!. Your Tuesday Hanover weather forecast: A high of 102, low of 75. Extremely hot and a possible passing storm in the afternoon. Likely one of the hottest days so far this year, will "feel like" 109.🌡️. Enjoying the...
Insect activity in restaurant, food prep areas: Lebanon County restaurant inspections, July 15, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Wich Way Sandwiches, mobile food facility Type 3, 226 W. Market. Jonestown, July 3. Pass. Food facility is using an approved non-public water system, but does not have current laboratory testing results for water potability.
Serena Williams to headline 40th PA Chamber Annual Dinner in Hershey
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) – The greatest tennis champion of all time Serena Williams will serve as the keynote speaker at the 40th PA Chamber Annual Dinner on October 7 at the Hershey Lodge. A four-time Olympic gold medal winner, Williams was named the Associated Press’ Female Athlete of the Decade for the 2010s. She’s also […]
Berks County to conduct Mosquito Control Operation in Exeter Township and St. Lawrence Borough
The Berks County Conservation District Mosquito-Borne Disease Program has announced a truck-mounted, ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation scheduled for Tuesday, July 16th. The targeted areas include residential and recreational zones in Exeter Township south of Rt. 422 and the Exeter Happy Landings Park area in St. Lawrence Borough. This...
Doylestown at Dusk Car Show Will Flood Borough Streets with Cars This Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Doylestown at Dusk car show returns to the borough this weekend, bringing one of the biggest—and most unique—car shows in the area to the town’s streets. The free show is expected to bring about 500 vehicles to the streets of Doylestown. It will run from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Cars will be lined up on East State Street and West Court Street, starting on Main Street and going until the two roads meet in front of Paganini’s Ristorante. From there, the show will continue down West State...
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