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PHA to purchase and repair deteriorating Brith Sholom House in West Philly
Hundreds of tenants at the Brith Sholom House in Wynnefield are getting a new landlord after a judge approved the sale of the senior housing complex on Monday. Court of Common Pleas Judge Anne Marie Coyle allowed the Philadelphia Housing Authority to purchase the property for $24 million. With the sale, the 360-unit building at 3939 Conshohocken Ave. will remain affordable housing, and city officials have pledged to begin repairing the dilapidated building.
Back-to-school tips: Generating meaningful conversations with children
It's the first time for many students returning to the classroom as a new school year begins and it will be a whirlwind of a day -- especially for younger kids.The first day of school will be filled with learning new faces, new names and remembering what time to get to lunch and recess.As a parent, we always want to know all the things about their day, but some kids aren't always so open and transparent.ALSO SEE: Back-to-school tips: Create a homework spaceTips to improve your child's homework environment at home set them up for success this year.Maybe they struggle to articulate it.Action News caught up with Dr. Nika Fabienke, who is an educator and senior director of curriculum for ABC Mouse. She spoke about how you can have a meaningful conversation with your kids once they get out of school. She suggests there's a better way than that classic parent question: "How was your day?"Watch the interview above to learn more.
Passing subway carts and loving Philly
The moment I fell in love with the city of Philadelphia was my first time on the subway. After a week of hovering around Temple’s campus as apprehensive freshmen, my roommate Kathryn and I built up the courage to take the subway into Center City to visit Rittenhouse Square.
Beth Phoenix Recalls Edge Having An I Quit Match At Extreme Rules 2022 With No Sleep
WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix appeared on Insight With Chris Van Vliet, where she talked about a number of topics including her husband and fellow WWE Hall of Famer Edge having basically no sleep at Extreme Rules 2022 when he faced World Tag Team Champion Finn Bálor in an I Quit Match.
8 Must-See Art Shows
Aug. 28 – Oct. 5. This joint exhibition by Philadelphia Sculptors and Tri-State Sculptors will showcase some truly exceptional pieces, with mixed media sculptures from 26 artists. This is a show that deserves to be seen in person for the full multidimensional experience. Fine Arts Center at Montgomery County Community College, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell.
Broadway classic "Les Miserables" takes center stage in Philadelphia with homegrown director
Les Miserables has been seen by more than 130 million people in 53 countries and now it's available right here in Philadelphia at the Academy of Music. The show's resident director, Brendan Stackhouse is a Bucks County native. Stackhouse and Preston Truman, who plays Javert, join CBS News Philadelphia's Jim Donovan live.
Philadelphia Eagles prepare to make roster cuts as Tuesday deadline looms
The Philadelphia Eagles have until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27 to trim their roster to 53 players. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei talked to the hosts at SportsRadio 94 WIP about who they think is at risk of getting cut, and what they hope to see from the team and head coach Nick Sirianni this season.
Court OKs Philadelphia Housing Authority purchase of Brith Sholom House
Nearly 100 senior citizens will not be forced to move out of their housing complex in the Wynnefield Heights section of Philadelphia after a judge cleared way for PHA to purchase the 360-unit building.
Philadelphia schools dismiss early due to heat; breaking down hot weather alerts | Digital Brief
Schools in Philadelphia without adequate cooling are dismissing early due to the heat. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore breaks down the heat alerts our region can expect and Jan Carabeo has your morning headlines.
Opera Philadelphia cuts all tickets to $11 in ‘pick your price’ model, hoping to widen audience
Opera Philadelphia is lowering all tickets to $11 under new general director Anthony Roth Costanzo, establishing a “pick your price” model aimed at widening the company’s audience. Costanzo announced Tuesday the company has raised $7 million since June 1 when he replaced David Devan, who retired after...
El Anatsui’s Monumental Commission to Debut at Philadelphia Museum of Art
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Museum of Art will soon unveil a major new commission by the acclaimed artist El Anatsui. The installation, set to debut in the museum’s Williams Forum, will showcase Anatsui’s pioneering approach to art through a striking, two-year display. El Anatsui, renowned for...
Braves had the ultimate Phillies sleeper agent all along, and it's paying off
While I do not foresee the Atlanta Braves catching the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East race with a month and change left, maybe punting on veteran utility infielder Whit Merrifield was a bad idea? Atlanta quickly added the former AL All-Star with the Kansas City Royals after the Phillies released him in the wake of every-day second baseman Ozzie Albies breaking his wrist around a month ago.
Temple University Band selected to perform in 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Temple University Diamond Marching Band was just selected to perform in the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! Along with this remarkable nomination and chance to perform in front of the nation, the Temple University Diamond Marching Band also received $10,000. And as if the excitement doesn’t stop there, this historic performance is happening on […]
Remains found in cave near Pennsylvania hiking trail nearly 50 years ago identified
The body of Nicolas Paul Grubb, 27, was found in a cave by hikers on a Berks County hiking trail in January 1977. It was determined Grubb overdosed on phenobarbital and pentobarbital. Investigators were recently able to identify the remains by locating the original fingerprint card and submitting it into...
Detectives Investigating Wilmington Valero Gas Station Armed Robbery
The Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred early this morning at a Wilmington area Valero gas station. On August 27, 2024, at approximately 12:11 a.m., troopers responded to a report of a robbery at the Valero, located at 1327 McKennans Church Road in Wilmington. The preliminary investigation revealed an unknown white male suspect entered the Valero, approached an employee while brandishing a firearm, and demanded money from the cash register. The employee complied and the suspect fled on foot in a southbound direction with an undisclosed amount of cash.
Public Voices Often Ignored in States’ Opioid Settlement Money Decisions
Gail Groves Scott, a public health policy advocate, attended a board meeting of the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust in September 2023. She wants the board to allow the public to comment at meetings. Photo by Ed Mahon / Spotlight PA. The conversation wasn’t sounding good for Kensington...
THROUGH THE LENS: The 2024 Philadelphia Folk Festival Returns to Its Roots
Stephen Wade - Philadelphia Folk Festival 2024 - Photo by Mark J. Smith. After a one-year hiatus, the venerable Philadelphia Folk Festival returned home to the Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, Pennsylvania, for its 61st edition Aug. 16-18. The one-year “pause” was necessary for the festival to reduce...
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