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Philadelphia’s 6ABC Hires Philadelphia Native, Jason Dumas, as Sports Anchor/Reporter
6 ABC (WPVI-TV) Action News in Philadelphia has hired a new sports anchor and reporter who grew up in Philadelphia and will be returning home to replace veteran sports anchor and reporter Jamie Apody. It will be a homecoming when Jason Dumas, hits the airwaves this November in Philadelphia. Dumas,...
‘Her heart was in this school’: Block of 17th Street renamed in honor of beloved crossing guard
Geraldine Graves stood at the corner of 17th and Christian streets for 12 years, helping students get to the E.M. Stanton School safely. At a ceremony Friday, the 900 block of South 17th Street was renamed “Geraldine Graves Way.”
At least 1 injured after multi-vehicle crash in Wynnefield Heights
Authorities are investigating a multi-vehicle crash in Philadelphia Friday night.It happened around 7:30 p.m. along the 4100 block of Monument Road in the city's Wynnefield Heights neighborhood.Police say a car crossed into the opposite lane of traffic, which led to the collision.There is no word yet on how many vehicles were involved in this incident.At least one person was taken to the hospital after the crash. There is no word yet on that person's condition.Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the police.
Unseasonably warm weather draws crowds outdoors across Philly
The weekend warmup has been the talk of the town.In Rittenhouse Square, many people seemed to have the same idea Saturday night and chose to eat outside to take advantage of the unseasonably warm weather."It's a little bizarre because the leaves are changing and everybody has their fall decor out, but it definitely feels more like August than October so a little bizarre but it's nice to be able to spend more time outside," said Santana Jackson-Cang.Earlier in the evening, families were soaking up the sunshine at FDR Park. The swan boats were on the move, and the tennis courts...
In Delco, That Neighbor Next Door Could Be a Philadelphia Eagle
Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce may be from Ohio, but he’s put down local roots, writes Erik Gunther for realtor.com. Kelce settled in Haverford Township after he got a bargain on a four-bedroom home that went for $680,000 in January 2018 after listing for $800,000 in May 2017. The...
Pennsylvania updates guidance for incarcerated voters
Deadline to apply for a mail or absentee ballot: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. Deadline to return mail or absentee ballot: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. What questions do you have about the 2024 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. Ahead of November’s...
Philadelphia neighborhood group pauses events at park after attack
The Northern Liberties Neighbors Association has temporarily banned outside groups from hosting events at its community park after witnesses say a woman was attacked there earlier this month.State of play: The altercation and subsequent ban have alarmed some residents, who are questioning the neighborhood association's handling of the incident.Driving the news: The altercation occurred before an Oct. 6 show by Bread and Puppet, a renowned anti-war theater group that had already performed there several times, NLNA president Jeff Hornstein tells Axios.Police responded to a report of a man with a weapon cutting down art exhibit signs in Liberty Lands Park....
Sunny and bright in Philadelphia Sunday, temps back in the 80s this week
Today is the perfect opportunity to put out the Halloween decorations or make a trip to the pumpkin patch. The morning began sunny and cool, but we warm quickly to the upper 70s. Grab the sunglasses and plan on short sleeves and flip flops this afternoon. This evening also deserves an A+ with clear skies and mild temperatures in the 60s.Our streak of dry, sunny, warm days will continue this week as temperatures climb into the 80s Monday through Wednesday.Tuesday we'll be chasing the record high temperature of 83 set 104 years ago in 1920. Alas, the warmth won't last...
Part of Old White Horse Pike in Winslow Township closed for infrastructure work
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice for construction work.The county said the Old White Horse Pike closure is between Ehrke Road and Route 30 in Winslow Township, New Jersey. Camden County Commissioner Al Dyer recommends drivers pack their patience and be mindful of their speeds near the work zones and road closures."Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations," said Dyer, who is also a liaison to the Department of Public Works. "Also, remember that when you're traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris."The county did not provide a specific timeline on when the area will be reopened or what type of infrastructural work is being done.
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