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The smallest NPS site is in Old City. It honors a Polish military expert who helped America win its independence
The American Revolution wasn't won without a little help. While the contributions of France are well-known thanks to Benjamin Franklin's extensive diplomacy there (and Daveed Diggs' swaggering turn as the Marquis de Lafayette in "Hamilton"), the work of our Polish allies is less remembered. But one freedom fighter from the country made such an impact that he earned a National Park Service site — the only one dedicated to a European officer who fought in the Revolutionary War.
Update: Heat advisory affecting Southeast Pa. Friday and Saturday
The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 3:32 p.m. on Thursday valid from Friday 10 a.m. until Saturday 8 p.m. for Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks as well as Delaware and Philadelphia counties. The weather service adds, "Heat index values up to 103 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures...
‘Tiny creatures with a big sting’ invading Jersey Shore | Today in Pa.
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New Barnes Foundation exhibit showcases works created by incarcerated artists in state prison
Visitors looping through the wings of Degas and Renoir paintings at the Barnes Foundation will soon stumble upon a much more contemporary collection. The 22-piece exhibit features work from artists impacted by the justice system, including men at the maximum security state prison in Montgomery County. "Visions," which will be...
Shakespeare in Clark Park returns with free outdoor performances of 'As You Like It'
In his comedy, "As You Like It," William Shakespeare famously wrote, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players." In July, a West Philly park will set the "stage" on which the "players" deliver those very lines. Shakespeare in Clark Park is offering outdoor performances...
ADHD patients in Pa. struggle to find medication and maintain normalcy amid ongoing shortage
This story originally appeared on Spotlight PA. Pittsburgh neurologist Wesley Kerr was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder at the age of 35. He’d recently moved with his wife and two young sons from California to take a fellowship at the University of Michigan, and work was stressful. Kerr said...
Restaurant space with outdoor dining area up for lease at The Towers at Wyncote
6,600 sf of restaurant space with an outdoor dining area is available at The Towers at Wyncote, 8440 Limekiln Pike. This is a rare opportunity to lease a turnkey restaurant operation. This restaurant is located at The Towers at Wyncote. The restaurant is comprised of 6600 sq feet of interior space with an additional exterior dining and event area restaurant space. The Towers at Wyncote has 1,200+ units with over 3,000+ residents creating an excellent opportunity for a captive audience to grow the business. There is ample free parking, overflow visitor parking, and reserved garage parking. When entering the restaurant, you are greeted by a built-in host stand and sperate coat closet. A wall of windows leads the way to a circular bar area that seats 26 patrons, with surrounding table and addition high top bar space for another 8 guests. The bar is complete with soda guns, beer taps, liquor wells and much more. This area overlooks a partially opened kitchen space that includes a pizza oven and various food prep areas. Beyond the bar area is table and booth seating for an additional 112 guests along with a separate curtained off area that doubles as private event space. There are oversized modern restrooms, all of which are beautifully well appointed and handicap accessible. A wall of windows that double as bi-folding doors, leads to an outdoor patio space that can accommodate an additional 50+ guests for regular daily use or private event space. This outdoor area is surrounded by mature landscaping and completed with a waterfall that adds visual aesthetics to the terrace along with the sounds of the falling water. The oversized kitchen area includes hood vents, walk-in coolers, dishwashers, Beverage dispensers/service stations and all the various equipment in the photos. This kitchen is large enough to serve as a ancillary kitchen for catering or other food and beverage possibilities. This location also is excellent for door dash and grub hub delivery services for expanded sales revenue opportunities. This space is primed and ready for you to grow your culinary business.
Penn & Slavery Project receives new funding, looks to expand outreach
After the Penn & Slavery Project’s annual research presentations this past May, members of the project are looking forward to the 2024-25 academic year and opportunities to expand the project’s reach, which was recently supported anew by funding granted by Provost John Jackson Jr.’s office. First formed...
Jenkintown School District looking to fill multiple open positions
The School District of Jenkintown is seeking applicants for the following positions:. The School District of Jenkintown is seeking a Digital Media Arts Educator who has either a BCIT Certification or a Computer Science Certification. The successful candidate must be able to teach AP Computer Science Principles and a variety of technology elective courses for grades 7-12. Interested candidates should send their credentials to Jenkintown Middle/High School Principal Tom Roller at rollert@jenkintown.org.
Local woodworker, 1800s farmhouse in Elkins Park feat. by the Inquirer
A refurbished farmhouse in Elkins Park was highlighted today by the Philadelphia Inquirer in an article titled “An 1800s farmhouse in Elkins Park is steeped in local history“. According to the article, the farmhouse dates back to 1802 and is “nestled on a skinny road next to the...
Philadelphia mass shooting victims honored 1 year after tragic rampage
PHILADELPHIA - A Kingsessing community is still grappling with grief as they mark one year since a gunman went on a shooting rampage killing five victims over the course of two days. FOX 29’s Shawnette Wilson attended a vigil at a church in Southwest Philly Wednesday night that honored the victims.
Philadelphia police seek suspect accused of breaking into cars in Northern Liberties
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect they say was involved in at least seven car break-ins in Northern Liberties. Police say the break-ins happened just after 5 a.m. on June 16, and one was caught on camera. Windows were smashed on at least seven vehicles parked on the 200 block of Brown Street, police said. Items were stolen from some of them.Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
‘Largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast’ to come to University City
Real estate investment group Creating Shared Communities will build a 517,000-square-foot addiction rehabilitation center at 3700 Ludlow St., blocks away from Penn’s campus. When completed, the 40-story building is set to have both inpatient and outpatient services and will be the largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast. General manager of CSC Sal Smeke called the facility the “Mayo Clinic of drug abuse in the Northeast.”
2 more Phillies voted NL All-Star starters while 4 Phillies snubbed by fans
The final votes have been tallied, and now we know how many Philadelphia Phillies will be starting in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game after Phase 2 voting wrapped up at noon on Wednesday. ESPN just unveiled the winners, and there’s great news — at least for some Phillies players.
Grand opening of The Noble, Northern Liberties' newest residential tower
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NYT: Norristown Actress Maria Bello Finds Forever Love with Michelin-starred Chef
Norristown native Maria Bello married Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn on April 7 and celebrated the marriage on May 12 with friends and family. Norristown actress Maria Bello owes her journey to true love with Michelin-starred chef Dominique Crenn to the “three C’s”: cancer, COVID, and commitment, writes Sadiba Hasan for The New York Times.
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