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Giancarlo Stanton returns from injury as Yankees DFA Jahmai Jones
PHILADELPHIA — Giancarlo Stanton is officially back. The Yankees activated the slugger off the injured list Monday ahead of a series against the Phillies after he missed five weeks with a strained hamstring. The club designated Jahmai Jones for assignment to make room for Stanton on the roster. Yankees miss out on Tommy Edman in three-team Erick Fedde trade Before getting injured running the bases on June 22, Stanton had provided an important threat in the middle of the Yankees’ lineup, batting .246 with a .795 OPS and 18 home runs in 69 games. Yankees could deal Nestor Cortes before MLB trade deadline The Yankees did...
Eagles training camp: Josh Sweat tried to get No. 9 when changing number, hints it won't be issued again
PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Eagles haven't issued No. 9 since Nick Foles left at the conclusion of the 2018 season. Josh Sweat tried to get that number this offseason, but the number is still unavailable. "I wore 9 in high school and wore 9 in college," Sweat said after Eagles...
Temple University Police mourn K9 that died due to medical condition
Officials with the Temple University Police Department said they were mourning the loss of a long-time companion as a K9 who served with the department for nearly a decade passed away on Sunday. According to police officials, Chandler, a 10-year-old German Shephard who served with the department for eight years,...
Attempted Robbery in West Philadelphia Sparks Shootout, Leaving Two in Critical Condition
West Philadelphia became the scene of a critical shooting on Saturday night when a 26-year-old man and a 16-year-old suspect both sustained life-threatening injuries. The incident, which unfolded before 9:10 p.m. along the 1200 block of North 41st Street, is said to have started as an attempted robbery according to Philadelphia police.
Wells Fargo to Remove Its Name from South Philadelphia Sports Arena Next Year
Wells Fargo Center will have to undergo a name change next year, as Wells Fargo announced it is dropping its partnership. Wells Fargo has announced that it will discontinue its naming rights deal with the Philadelphia sports arena when the bank’s contract expires next year, write Gillian Tan and Christopher Palmeri for Bloomberg.
Philadelphia Radio, Civil Rights Icon Mary Mason Passes At 94
Philadelphia radio trailblazer Beatrice Elmore, known on-air as Mary Mason, has passed away at the age of 94. Mason’s impact went beyond the airwaves on WHAT-AM into local politics, where she played a pivotal role in promoting civil rights. Mason began her radio career at WHAT in the late...
Friends for the Abbott Marshlands Hosting First Saturday Walk at Bordentown Bluffs
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Usher in the new month by joining the Friends for the Abbott Marshlands (FFAM) for a walk in Bordentown this weekend! FFAM will be hosting its monthly First Saturday Wellness Walk in Bordentown Bluffs on Saturday, August 3 from 10AM to 12PM. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Those attending will enjoy a walk along the Crosswicks Creek on the improved trail in the beautiful Bordentown Bluffs — keep an eye out for native wildflowers in bloom! To reach Bordentown Bluffs, exit right from Route 206 southbound onto Stanton Avenue, right after you pass the...
NJ killer, accomplice took photos with body they chopped up, cops say
🔴 Reputed gangster accused of killing ex-girlfriend. 🔴 Group accused of roles in brutal landlord killing. Police have been piecing together the bloody path of a reputed gangster in Ocean County who was accused of killing two victims before taking his own life in a police standoff. Maxwell...
Naomi Elkins, Lakewood woman charged with killing her two toddlers, agrees to stay in jail
TOMS RIVER — A Lakewood woman accused of killing her two toddlers appeared in court Monday and agreed to be locked up in the Ocean County Jail to await trial on two counts of murder. Naomi Elkins, 27, told Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan that she was voluntarily waiving her right to...
Judge denies request to move murder trial of ex-officer Mark Dial out of Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL/AP) — A judge has turned down a request to move the trial of a former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a motorist as he sat in his car, saying there’s insufficient evidence that the defendant would be unable to get a fair trial in the city. Attorneys for former officer Mark […]
Local mom writes children's book documenting 'formula hunters'
It's a story about kindness and moms helping moms that was the brainchild of local parent, Christine Robinson.A couple years ago, she turned a dire situation into an empowering movement and now she's sharing that experience in the form of a new children's book."It's called 'The Kindness Formula' and it's a true story of moms who saved the day," said Robinson.You may remember back in 2022 there was a nationwide shortage of baby formula. Desperate moms like Rose Miller were finding empty store shelves and unable to feed their children."Brings tears to my eyes," Miller said. "It is just on...
Elkins Park Man Turns His Backyard Into Gorgeous Garden Sanctuary
The Elkins Park home of Rich and Angela McCracken backs onto a lush garden that took the pair years to cultivate. The Elkins Park home of Rich and Angela McCracken backs onto a lush garden that took the pair years to cultivate, writes Sally A. Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
16-Year-Old Ajai Stafford Missing in Philadelphia, Police Seek Public's Assistance
The Philadelphia community is on alert as the search continues for Ajai Stafford, a 16-year-old juvenile reported missing from the 35th District. Information regarding his last known whereabouts points to the 45xx block of N. 16th St., where he was seen at approximately 12:53 pm today, according to the Philadelphia Police Department's blotter.
Bensalem Council addresses Katharine Drexel Shrine crime, zoning bills
During last Monday’s Bensalem Council meeting, recent crime at the Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine was addressed. Since its closing in 2017, which followed more than a century of housing the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament and numerous relics, the abandoned property has been riddled with break-ins, thefts and other incidents, which were outlined by a concerned resident during the council’s June meeting.
Parents of CHOP doctor killed riding bike in Philadelphia releases statement | Digital Brief
The parents of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes, who was killed while riding her bike on Spruce Street earlier this month, have released a statement about the arrest in the case. Meanwhile, longtime Philadelphia sports talk personality Howard Eskin has broken his silence about an incident that got him banned from multiple sports venues.
Parents of CHOP doctor killed while cycling in Philadelphia speak out, vow to work with DA
In a statement, the parents of Barbara Friedes, who was killed while riding a bike in Philadelphia, thanked Philadelphia police and the district attorney's office for their work so far on the investigation. They said they will work with the district attorney's office for accountability.
UArts representative confirms 133 diplomas awarded to students who completed degree requirements
Seven weeks after the University of the Arts closed with very little notice, CBS News Philadelphia checked back in with students, including a rising senior who was surprised to receive an email telling him his degree was completed.
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