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Camden celebrates 10th anniversary of Salvation Army Kroc Center
This week marks 10 years since a special resource opened in Camden, New Jersey. The resource provides numerous services for people young and old and stands as a beacon of hope in the heart of the city's Cramer Hill neighborhood. What was once the site of a landfill and blight in the community, the Salvation Army Kroc Center is now an example of progress and a place where opportunity meets potential."There's a lot of promises made in this city and this is a promise that was kept," Felix Moulier said.Moulier has been a member of the center for the past seven years....
Security top of mind for local Jewish community
Volunteers planted 1,200 Israeli flags around the Katz Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill, New Jersey on Wednesday.The flags represent each person killed since Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel.The first anniversary will fall in the middle of the high holidays this year and comes as Iran bombards Israel with missiles."We've seen an increase in requests for our guard service. The community is definitely on edge," said Bud Monaghan.He is the executive director of security for the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, which covers 84 houses of worship plus other agencies in New Jersey and Delaware.Security tightened for Rosh...
Two Pennsylvania Cities Named Best Foodie Cities in U.S.
When it comes to foodie cities, Pennsylvania has a lot to offer. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are two cities that stand out in the culinary world. Both cities are making their mark when it comes to food scenes that offer variety, quality, and uniqueness. According to a recent study by WalletHub,...
RoxtoberFest adds new attractions: ‘Spocktoberfest,’ Scarecrow Walk
PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — The 12th Annual RoxtoberFest is taking over Ridge Avenue in the Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia on Saturday, October 5. The fall festival is welcoming families to enjoy the day with a traditional German beer fest mixed with a line-up of musical entertainment, hundreds of vendors and food trucks, cemetery tours, costume contests, games […]
Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker recently joined with the city’s Department of Streets and federal representatives to celebrate the completion of the city’s first major project to be funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the reconstructed Montgomery Avenue Bridge. BIL money funded 80 percent of the $17 million bridge replacement project with Pennsylvania funding […] The post Philadelphia celebrates completion of Montgomery Avenue Bridge project appeared first on Transportation Today.
South Jersey museum showcases one of largest collections of sports memorabilia in the world
On this edition of One Tank Trips, Action News visited a place with one of the largest collections of sports memorabilia in the world.The DePace Sports Museum of Champions showcases some of the greatest moments in sports, both in Philadelphia and throughout the nation.From autographs to artifacts, the museum has something for everyone, no matter what sport you're most into.It's located a short drive away in Sewell, New Jersey, which is in Gloucester County.That's just over a half-hour drive away from Philadelphia.Action News Photojournalist Dan Sheridan has more in the video above.
Philly teens get up-close experience with building trades, thanks to Bellwether District developers
Philadelphia high school students were provided with exposure to construction careers on Tuesday, courtesy of the firm tasked with redeveloping the former Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery.
Oh, no! Port strike could trigger booze shortage in New Jersey
🍷 The majority of imported beer, wine and spirits arrive at East Coast ports. 🍌 Fresh fruits and veggies are rotting at Port Philadelphia. The strike by dock workers in New Jersey, Philadelphia and along the entire East Coast shows no signs of ending anytime soon and the possibility of product shortages grows by the day.
Port of Philadelphia at near standstill amid historic US dockworker strike
Thousands of dockworkers went on strike at dozens of ports along the East and Gulf coasts early Tuesday morning, raising fears of higher consumer prices ahead of the holiday season.The Port of Philadelphia was at a standstill as workers walked the picket lines.The facilities that are not operating during the strike are the Packer Avenue Marine Terminal, the Tioga Marine Terminal, Pier 122 and Pier 80.Facilities still in operation are the SouthPort Auto Terminal Vehicle Processing Center and Pier 98 Annex (autos), port officials said. Administration offices also remain open.The Port of Philadelphia, along with the Port of Wilmington...
EPA removes NJ landfill from Superfund list
Lipari Landfill once topped the nation’s Superfund site list. The Lipari Landfill, a six-acre chemical cauldron in Gloucester County, topped the nation’s Superfund site list some 40 years ago after companies had dumped 155 carcinogens, heavy metals, pesticide residues and benzene. But alarmed Pitman residents organized and fought...
Free lead testing for children in Camden
Virtua Health’s pediatric mobile services was using bubbles to help entertain more than a dozen kids under the age of 6 who came the Acelero Learning Kroc Center in Camden on Thursday. The children were there to be tested for lead, a highly toxic metal that can cause serious health problems.
Overnight food truck market in Philadelphia's Fishtown section postponed
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The City of Philadelphia and Fishtown District announced the grand opening of the overnight food truck market has been put on hold for now. They posted on social media saying they regretfully announced the postponement of the grand opening.The food truck market was promoted as a pilot initiative with a rotation of food trucks, outdoor seating, arts, culture and entertainment that would open at 9 p.m. until the late-night hours Thursday to Sunday until Nov. 3.Following the postponement, the city and the Fishtown District said they will keep the public updated on future events and opportunities and...
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