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2 top prospects Phillies must trade at deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies enter the final week leading up to the MLB trade deadline as one of the few teams with a clear strategy. Owners of the best record in baseball, the Phillies want to make a few moves to bolster their roster and leave no empty holes as the playoffs hang around the corner. […] The post 2 top prospects Phillies must trade at deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints.
When Brandon Marsh will return to Philadelphia’s lineup
Brandon Marsh is not in the Philadelphia Phillies lineup for their game Monday night against the Minnesota Twins as he rests a sore elbow. Utility man Weston Wilson will start in his place. Wilson has only played in seven games for the Phillies this season, but is 5-18 with a home run and a stolen […] The post When Brandon Marsh will return to Philadelphia’s lineup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Gov. Josh Shapiro's path to prominence started in Montgomery County
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There's growing speculation that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro could be a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris. Shapiro is among several Democratic governors getting attention for the vice president spot. Just nine days ago, he joined Harris for Thai take-out at Reading Terminal Market after she spoke at a town hall event in Philadelphia.The Keystone State is considered perhaps the most significant battleground state with 19 electoral votes, thrusting Shapiro into the national spotlight. Shapiro, 51, is the 48th governor of Pennsylvania currently serving his first term. He's become a rising Democratic star and was commended last...
Family of CHOP doctor killed in crash joins cyclists in calls for change
The parents of Dr. Barbara Friedes, a 30-year old cyclist who was killed while riding her bike in Center City last week, say her death could have been prevented. They are joining advocates and Philadelphia cyclists in calling for change. "There is no sense in any of it. There is...
Rocking fundraiser to combat food insecurity
The Blue Bar, 119 York Road, Warminster, is rocking against hunger at a special fundraiser for the Warminster Food Bank on July 27, from 3 p.m. to midnight. The fundraiser will be an indoor/outdoor event with performances from seven local bands. The outdoor portion takes place from 3 to 6...
Doylestown Competition Gives Winner $250,000 to Treat a Childhood Cancer
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A competition in Doylestown last week resulted in a Philadelphia-based biotech company winning a $250,000 prize to find a treatment for a cancer that affects young children. The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, which is based in Doylestown, held the competition on July 18 during its 10th Annual Entrepreneur Spotlight. Three startups in the biotechnology sector presented their work as part of the competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Four judges and an audience of nearly 100 professionals from the biotech industry chose the winner during the competition. In a close vote, they chose HULA...
Conestoga Swim Club falls to Springfield but sets new relay record
In its final dual meet of the season Conestoga Swim Club lost to Springfield Swim Club, 203-273, July 20 but had five triple winners and set a new 200 meter freestyle relay record. The 14u boys relay team of Ben Roeltgen, Jace Barber, Liam Jones and Nick Roeltgen swam the...
Researchers test water pipes for lead in Wrightsville, York County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Pa. — Researchers from Drexel University tested water pipes in Wrightsville, York County. This is part of a research project to find faster, less intrusive ways of determining whether a pipe is made of lead rather than digging it up. News 8 was with the crew as they...
$7 billion federal ‘Solar for All’ program faces vendor and compliance challenges
The $7 billion Solar for All program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) seeks to support solar, storage and energy efficiency projects that benefit low-income and disadvantages communities. A panel of stakeholders at last week’s RE+ Mid-Atlantic conference in Philadelphia discussed how the program expanding access to solar faces pending deadlines, possible shifting political winds and complications arising from its compliance requirements.
People’s poll: PrimoHoagies tops Subway (and Jersey Mike’s) for best sandwich shop in country
Move over, Subway. Take a seat, Firehouse Subs — and Potbelly with you. PrimoHoagies … take a bow. For the second consecutive year, PrimoHoagies has been voted the No. 1 sandwich shop in the country by USA Today. PrimoHoagies was founded in Philadelphia, but is now based in...
Phillies vs. Twins Prediction, Odds, Probable Pitchers for Monday, July 22
Odds, key players, probable pitchers, and best bet prediction for Monday night's MLB action between the Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies. The Minnesota Twins have lost three-straight games but will look to snap that losing streak tonight when they host the team with the best record in baseball in the Philadelphia Phillies.
Road Work to Close Old Easton Road in Plumstead Over Next Two Weeks
PLUMSTEAD TOWNSHIP, PA—Motorists trying to drive on Old Easton Road in Plumsted Township will face some closures over the next two weeks. On July 23, Old Easton Road will be closed between Curly Hill Road and Route 611/Easton Road all day for drainage work. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use Curly Hill Road between Route 611/Easton Road and Old Easton Road or Point Pleasant Pike.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER On July 29, Old Easton Road will be closed from Signature Drive to Point Pleasant Pike and then from Point Pleasant...
16x Grammy Award-winning musician going on tour: Where to get tickets to his Pa. show
Jerry Douglas, a 16-time Grammy-Award winning musician, is going on a tour that includes a stop in Bucks County, Pa. Douglas is a recording artist, band leader, producer, composer and member of Alison Krauss and Union Station. He will release his first album in seven years, “The Set,” on Sept....
Kismet Bagels Open's Kismet Luncheonette, an evening concept called Snack Shack
The owners of Kismet Bagels opened their location, Kismet Luncheonette, on Valentine's Day.The couple now offers a breakfast and lunch menu with an evening concept called Snack Shack in July.The couple believed the Main Line neighborhood needed a fun place to hang out in the afternoon and at nightYou can try a kismet burger, chicken tenders, hot dogs, and crispy french fries.For dessert they offer oreo milkshakes, a vanilla dipped cone, and an ice cream sandwich with sprinkles.You can enjoy the new evening concept this summer from four to eight pm Wednesday through Sunday.Kismet Luncheonette | Instagram801 Montgomery Ave, Penn Valley, PA 19072
These Main Line Region Locals Will Compete in the Paris Olympics
The opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics begins Friday at 1:30 p.m. For the following two weeks, we’ll all be glued to our TVs waiting for Team USA to bring home the gold. More than ever, we’ll have our eyes on several standout athletes who have called Philadelphia’s western suburbs home.
Weather alert for thunderstorms and heavy rain with showers in Southeast Pa. until Monday night
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Monday at 2:45 p.m. for thunderstorms and heavy rain with showers until 10 p.m. for Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks as well as Delaware and Philadelphia counties. "Slow-moving showers and thunderstorms are expected to move northward this afternoon towards the...
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