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NEW LIST: Which NJ & PA Big Lots Stores Are Closing Permanently?
I filled you in a few weeks ago that a beloved retailer was in financial trouble. Big Lots, a discount chain, with over 1,000 locations across America has fallen on tough times because of what the company is calling, "elevated inflation." Not as many Americans are shopping because paychecks aren't...
Celebrity app ‘Cameo’ settles lawsuit with Pennsylvania, other states
(WTAJ) — A popular app that allows people to get custom videos from celebrities and other figures has settled a lawsuit with 30 states over issues with paid endorsements, Attorney General Michelle Henry announced. Baron Inc., which owns and operates the celebrity app Cameo, agreed to settle with Pennsylvania and 29 other states that joined […]
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: World of Outlaws Set for Three Pennsylvania Races, 2024’s Lone New York Stop
BAPS and Williams Grove rekindle the PA Posse rivalry before a Sunday visit to Weedsport. The summer stretch continues with another busy week of action for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars. First, Sprint Car racing’s fiercest rivalry resumes with three races over four nights in Pennsylvania...
Philadelphia police investigating late-night shooting that left 2 injured
A man and a woman were hospitalized after a shooting Friday night in Philadelphia, according to police. Police said officers responded to the 4600 block of Morris Street around 11:38 p.m. after receiving reports of a person with a gun. Upon arrival, police said an 18-year-old man was found lying...
Changes to vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania could be coming
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Changes could be coming for vehicle window tinting in Pennsylvania, including making it part of your yearly state inspection. Senator Jimmy Dillon (D-Philadelphia) plans to introduce legislation to combat vehicle window tint that is too dark and blocks too much light. Currently, in Pennsylvania, Visible Light Transmission (VLT) needs to be […]
Trump announces 1st Pennsylvania rally since assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump has announced his first rally in Pennsylvania since the July 13 assassination attempt at a rally in Butler Township. Trump will return to the state for a July 31 rally at the New Holland Arena in Harrisburg. Trump sustained an injury to his ear after shooter...
Driver dazed, but uninjured, after crashing into utility pole Thursday night
A 65-year-old woman was dazed, but uninjured, following a one-vehicle crash on Route 309/Bethlehem Pike in Montgomery Township late Thursday night. The accident was reported at 11:56 p.m. on Route 309/Bethlehem Pike in front of Police and Fire Credit Union, 798 Bethlehem Pike, police said. A white Toyota sedan struck...
Haverford's Rian Dotsey set to stay close by at St. Joe's
Rian Dotsey found her new college home on a visit Tuesday. She only had to travel about 10 minutes from her current Havertown residence to find the place she’ll live for the next four years. Dotsey, a Haverford High forward, took a visit to Hawk Hill early this week...
Twitchy NJ man admits driving around with pipe bombs
HAMILTON (Mercer) — A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to having pipe bombs in his conspicuous car during a traffic stop in Mercer County. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty to possessing destructive devices in Trenton federal court on Tuesday. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Mount Laurel...
New Philadelphia curriculum goes all in on science of reading
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.Kristyn Kahahaloe still remembers a little boy from her class in a New Jersey early learning center when she was a rookie teacher starting students on their journey to becoming readers.The boy, who was in kindergarten, “just couldn’t figure it out the way I was teaching it,” she said. “This bright blossoming flower kept shrinking and shriveling, and I didn’t know what to do.”Despite her years of teacher education, Kahahaloe, now a kindergarten teacher at the John Hancock Elementary School in Philadelphia, concluded that “my...
Union Benevolent Association shifts to place-based grantmaking
The Philadelphia-based Union Benevolent Association (UBA) has announced it is shifting its grantmaking to focus on strengthening specific Philadelphia neighborhoods with sustained, multi-year funding. The new strategy includes a multifaceted approach, beginning with southwest Philadelphia in fall of 2024. Established in 1831, the human services organization plans to offer three-year...
Prismatic Arts Ensemble Presents LGBTQIA+ Retelling of Gounod’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’
For its first mainstage production, Prismatic Arts Ensemble presents “Romeo Juliette.”. The LGBTQIA+ retelling of Gounod’s “Romeo and Juliet” is set in two fictional drag clubs. This new production celebrates the Philly LGBTQIA+ nightlife by combining drag arts, burlesque, and immersive theater. William Lim and Marcelle...
"Diaper Crew" members arrested in string of 25 retail thefts, taking over $14,000 in merchandise
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Three men involved in over two dozen retail thefts, stealing over an estimated $14,000 worth of merchandise were arrested Sunday, July 14, Philadelphia police announced Friday afternoon. The three suspects, identified as Byron Jordan-Prince, Lytrell Scott and Daquan Johnson, were all charged with multiple counts of retail theft and other related offenses, according to police.Police called the suspects, the "Diaper Crew" because they allegedly stole diapers, batteries and candy, among other things from multiple Dollar Generals, Family Dollars and Rite Aids. Authorities said the Diaper Crew is allegedly responsible for 25 retail thefts and two retail robberies dating back to as early as April. A fourth suspect is expected to turn himself in next week, police said. Police ask anyone who believes they've been a victim of the Diaper Crew's crime spree to contact the department.
Philadelphia Mayor Enacts Landmark Legislation to Advance Healthcare Accessibility in Underserved Communities
Big news in the realm of public health for Philadelphia, as Mayor Cherelle L. Parker firmly puts pen to paper, enacting two significant bills aimed at bolstering health services, particularly for the city's underserved populations. The setting for this pivotal moment was at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, where alongside key figures in city governance and healthcare, Mayor Parker finalized legislation that promised to reshape healthcare accessibility, as reported by the City of Philadelphia's official news portal.
Farmers market opens at KleinLife
After a one-year hiatus, the Farmers Market at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., recently reopened featuring lots of nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables for sale to the public. The market will be operating every Friday from noon to 3 p.m. through fall. The fresh produce is from local farms, and proceeds...
Phillies recent blockbuster trade rumor could be shot down with latest update
The 2024 MLB season has featured several teams hovering around or barely above .500, with few exceptions. The Philadelphia Phillies are one of them. At 64-38, they not only have a commanding lead in the NL East, but they have the best record in baseball. Knowing this, the Phillies are...
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
Former Greensgrow space in West Philly could be revitalized under new nonprofit
Two summers ago, the Greensgrow urban farm in West Philadelphia shuttered abruptly amid a unionization push and a check fraud scheme that the struggling nonprofit said had left the organization $33,000 in the hole. The original Greensgrow Farms in Kensington went down with it, leaving the future of the two lots in question.
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