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Ports along the East and Gulf coasts preparing for possible worker strike
Ports along the East and Gulf coasts are preparing for a possible worker strike next week.A spokesperson for the Port of Philadelphia says contingency plans are being put in place at Packer Avenue Marine Terminal, where thousands of shipping containers are handled each month.The terminal will be open extra hours this weekend for companies that want access to shipping containers before a possible strike of the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) on Tuesday."This is going to impact the entire East Coast," said Kathleen Iacocca, associate professor at Villanova University. "While there are some ports that are not part of the union,...
NJ sues hospital for snitching on pregnant patients
TRENTON – State officials have filed a discrimination lawsuit against a South Jersey hospital network for secretly drug testing women as they arrived to give birth to newborns. Virtua Health — and its network of hospitals in Voorhees, Mount Holly, and Camden — were the focus of the suit...
Florida residents escape to Philly after Hurricane Helene leaves behind devastation
More than a thousand flights have been canceled nationwide due to Hurricane Helene.Crews are continuing their rescue efforts down south to help those trapped.For the people who evacuated, it's now a waiting game to see when they will return home too.READ MORE: Tracking Helene: At least 43 dead, millions without power after hurricane slams SouthMassive Hurricane Helene crashed into Florida's Big Bend region, bringing storm surge and high winds across the state's Gulf Coast communities before ripping into southern Georgia.Helene hit land late Thursday night as a Category 4 hurricane -- it's one of the strongest hurricanes on record in...
Family of CHOP doctor killed while riding bike in Center City places memorial in her honor
This story originally appeared on 6abc. Family members and friends of Dr. Barbara Friedes hosted a memorial bike ride on Saturday in her honor. Friedes was cycling in Center City when an alleged drunk driver struck and killed her at 18th and Spruce streets on July 17. Her family placed...
Pennsylvania’s Safest Towns Include 5 From Delaware County
Several Delaware County communities made a top 100 list of the safest towns in Pennsylvania. Several Delaware County communities are ranked among 100 of Pennsylvania’s safest towns, according to a list put together by ElitePersonalFinance. Among the 100 safest communities for 2024 so far, Marple Township came in 25th....
Memorial honoring Deptford Township Police Officer Bobby Shisler to be unveiled
When Deptford Township Police Officer Bobby Shisler was shot in the line of duty in 2023, the community rallied around his family and fellow officers.Now, in the heart of Westville, outside the 4 Heroes Charity headquarters on Edgewater Avenue, a permanent memorial and a place for reflection has been built to make sure Shisler's dedication to the community is never forgotten."It's up to people like us to ensure we honor Bobby's memory and his legacy with an everlasting remembrance," said Thomas Sullivan, a member of 4 Heroes and a retired law enforcement officer.Shisler was born and raised in Deptford. The...
Several days of tropical showers in Philadelphia area from Helene remnants
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Outdoor plans, kids' sports, or a long walk in the park on Saturday? Prepare for nuisance showers and drizzle both today and Sunday courtesy of the remnants of Hurricane Helene. The deadly storm has now been downgraded to a post tropical cyclone centered over the Tennessee Valley.A large front will split the Delaware Valley in half Saturday keeping some areas south and east of Philly warmer and drier. The rest of the region will remain overcast with scattered showers and drizzle.Sunday will also have gray skies with scattered showers and patchy fog. The damp showery pattern will continue through...
Delco Horror Haven Invasion Coming to Media Sept. 28 and 29
‘The Monster’ is one of the films screening at this year’s Delco Horror Haven Invasion. Delco Horror Haven Invasion, a two-day festival, is coming to Media Borough Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28 and 29, that will feature a short film program, writes Stephen Silver for Broad Street Review.
Emilio Tarr Drowned Swimming With Friends, Family Says
Emilio Tarr died on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 1:13 p.m., according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by his mom, Elaina Tarr. He was a sixth grader at Elkins Park School in Cheltenham. Emilio was swimming with friends on Sunday, Sept. 1 when he suffered "a tragic drowning accident," his mother...
Top ‘A’ Grade Hospitals in The Philadelphia Area for Critical Emergencies
Every year, a list comes out showing which hospitals in the Philadelphia area are the best, based on how well they take care of their patients. These hospitals are given “A” grades, which means they’re doing a great job. The grades come from patient reviews and important...
Man Partially Ejected From Car Killed In Philadelphia: Police
The driver of a Ford Explorer lost control and crashed the vehicle through a wooden fence in the 4500 block of Fisher Lane in the 15th District, around 1:11 p.m., the police detailed in the release. The man driving the Explorer was partially ejected out the driver's side window, PPD...
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