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Doylestown’s American Legion Post Gives Local Veterans a Financial Shot in the Arm
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown’s American Legion post received a big shot in the arm earlier this month when State Rep. Tim Brennan and State Sen. Steve Santarsiero presented a $100,000 check. The two state legislators visited the Albert R. Atkinson Jr. American Legion Post 210 to present the funds on Aug. 5. The post, which was built in 1933, has seen better days and needs significant repairs, so the $100,000 grant will help. There have been mold and drainage issues in the basement of the building, and it needs upgrades to its electrical system, windows, kitchens and bathrooms.CLICK HERE...
Underground gym 10Hands Fitness + Fight Sports prepares for new at-your-pace fitness program Sept. 15
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — Underneath 20th and Market Streets in Center City, adrenaline pumps through a dim-lit room where early-morning fighters strike, kick and pulverize a 100 pound, 4-foot punching bag. Even with Taylor Swift’s “Shake If Off or Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” blasting in the background, all sounds are drowned out as gym members focus on […]
While state test scores are still too low, Philly superintendent praises progress being made
Superintendent Tony Watlington said the district is making progress with improved attendance and higher graduation rates. However, with the majority of students not proficient on state tests, he knows there’s a long way to go.
ASD teachers celebrate start of school year with event at PPL Center
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Allentown School District cheerleaders and mascots greeted teachers Monday morning at the PPL center for a school kick-off event. The event included an address from the superintendent, and student dance and music ensembles. Staff members were also able to learn more about the district's new mission and...
Great Allentown Fair prepares to welcome guests, announces gate closures
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Organizers of the Great Allentown Fair are warning visitors of upcoming closures of the Fairgrounds. The fair is only a week away from opening, running Wednesday, August 28 through Labor Day Monday, September 2. Starting this Wednesday at 12 a.m., the Allentown Fairgrounds will close its gates...
Man dies after apparent stabbing at West Philly home, police say
A man died after an apparent stabbing inside a West Philadelphia home, police said. Police responded to a report of an injured person along the 300 block of North Simpson Street around 5:30 a.m. Monday. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man who appeared to be in his 30s on the ground suffering from lacerations to his torso. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Head Coach Laura Hogan ’90 Retires After Illustrious Career With Delaware Valley University Women’s Basketball
Delaware Valley University head women’s basketball coach Laura Hogan ’90 announced her retirement from coaching on Monday morning, after 28 seasons at the helm. Hogan was named the head coach of her alma mater prior to the 1996 season. Her 28 years behind the bench is the most of any coach in DelVal Athletics history. She is the program’s all-time leader in wins with 321 and led the Aggies to 11 Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) Freedom playoff berths, six Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference (ECAC) playoff appearances and an ECAC South Region Championship.
Philadelphia weather: More rain on Monday will give way to sunny, cooler stretch
PHILADELPHIA - Another round of showers will move across the Philadelphia-area on Monday, but forecasters say a sunny stretch with roller coaster temperatures is ahead. Scattered showers will move into the area from the west around 2 p.m. and become more widespread with brief isolated downpours and thunderstorms in places.
Man Flown To Hospital After Rt. 38 Motorcycle Crash
A portion of Route 38 was shut down over the weekend after a serious motorcycle crash in Concord Township. The accident happened just after midnight Sunday, about a mile south of Hooker. Dispatchers say a motorcycle went into a tree. The man that was driving the bike was unconscious, but...
DNC opens with Biden speech; Philly jail ruling; ‘Fake’ electors replay? | Morning roundup
Protesters marched across U.S. ahead of Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week. After one of the most dramatic 6 weeks in American political history, Democrats are gathering in Chicago hoping to consolidate support and propel Vice President Kamala Harris to the presidency. President Biden will have the opportunity Monday to speak to the assembled.
Downed tree falls on home as severe weather plows through Philadelphia area
PHILADELPHIA - Heavy rain and wind quickly made its way through the Philadelphia region Sunday evening. "I saw the rain blowing this way, I saw the things on my deck start to blow, I thought my gas grill was gonna blow off the deck, all of a sudden I heard this whoosh and saw this tree come down," says Joann McCloud, of Northeast Philly.
East Germantown basketball league continues to pack the park
On the blacktop court of the Lonnie Young Recreation Center during a summer night, not only can spectators see tall lights beaming down on competitors and hear the energy of the crowd, but they also witness a community come together with excitement. “The average night during a main event game...
Next for Darian Cruz: Raising family, possibly another Olympics wrestling run
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Darian Cruz is wrestling with the future. “You know, there’s bigger things in life than the Olympic Games,” the Allentown native and champion wrestler said recently after falling just short of winning a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics. “My daughter, Carter, is 3...
Missing Person Erin Chappell from the 24th District
The Philadelphia Police Department needs the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. 18-year-old Erin Chappell was last seen on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., on the 20XX block of East Glenwood Avenue. She is 5′ 7″, and 190 lbs. Anyone with any information on...
Missing Endangered Person Rory Molnar from the 22nd District
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating missing endangered person Rory Molnar. Rory was last seen Saturday, August 17, 2024, at approximately 7:00 AM, on the 20xx block of N. 19th Street. Rory may be in the 1900 block of W. Montgomery Avenue. Rory is a...
Philly City Hall to display artwork by former UArts students and staff
Philadelphia’s University of the Arts recently announced its sudden closure. The abrupt closure has sparked widespread criticism from students, faculty and staff, who have pushed for answers from the university. UArts president Kerry Walk resigned shortly before the university’s last day. The future remains unclear for UArts students,...
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