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Camden, NJ, man gets 65 years in prison for brutal murder in 2019
A Camden man will likely never see the outside of a prison ever again after being sentenced for a brutal killing in 2019. On April 17th, 45-year-old Corey James Malloy was convicted of first-degree murder in connection to the death of Nathaniel Perry on September 26th, 2019. The verdict was returned after a jury trial in Camden County Superior Court.
Pieri Hospitality’s Executive Chef Will Langlois named “Best Chef” by critics in Best of the Main Line & Western Suburbs
Executive Chef Will Langlois of Conshohocken-based Pieri Hospitality was recently named “Best Chef” in Main Line Today’s Best of the Main Line & Western Suburbs for 2024. The recognition came as a “critics’ choice” for his work at Bar Lucca. He also oversees the kitchens at The StoneRose and Bar Sera.
Recent Saquon Barkley IG post will make Eagles fans want to run through a wall
We've seen photos cranked out by the Philadelphia Eagles' social media account. We saw him at the NovaCare Complex signing his new three-year deal. We saw him during practice sessions at OTAs and mandatory minicamp that were available to the media. It's still hard to believe that Saquon Barkley is one of us sometimes.
Norwegian Cruise Line Will Start Sailing Out of Philadelphia
It's been a long time since Philadelphia hosted some big-time cruise ships, but that's all changing soon. Norwegian Cruise Line will sail from the Port of Philadelphia. Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that the cruise company will begin sailing in and out of Philadelphia in 2026. I can remember taking...
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...
Downingtown STEM Grad Wins Scholarship for Work in Suicide Prevention, Mental Health
Recent STEM grad Sophia Fontecchio created her nonprofit in 2021. Sophia Fontecchio of Downingtown recently received the third annual Youth Scholarship, presented by the Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force. The $1,000 scholarship is open to high school seniors in Chester County who contributed to school and community activities to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.
Atlantic City Subs or Philadelphia Hoagies: The Winner is?
We are revisiting this by popular demand. Our listeners, readers, friends and family foodies have answered the compelling question … “Atlantic City Subs or Philadelphia Hoagies” - which are better?. I was absolutely delighted by the significant number of people who responded to our informal survey. No...
The Philadelphia Eagles Will Trade AJ Brown to the Carolina Panthers
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, AJ Brown becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Carolina Panthers. For the Eagles they...
New Jersey officials vying for Philadelphia 76ers to open new arena in Garden State
Leaders in New Jersey are in talks with the 76ers, hoping to convince them to move across the Delaware River to the Garden State.It comes amid stalled plans for the proposed Sixers arena in Center City Philadelphia.A spokesperson for the Sixers told Action News they want their own arena, and now it's just a matter of where.Philadelphia 76ers owner, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, has been working for years on proposals to build a new arena in Center City.But with negotiations still up in the air, New Jersey is once again drawing up a game plan.New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy...
Eagles training camp preview: 53-man roster prediction
Players will report to the NovaCare Complex on Tuesday, July 23 ahead of the team’s first practice on Wednesday, July 24. While we still have some time to kill, let’s run through everyone’s favorite summer activity: a 53-player roster prediction. The objective here is to get an early look at how the Eagles’ initial depth chart could play out. We’ll certainly update these projections throughout the summer to reflect meaningful developments from practices and preseason games.
Asking Eric: The makeup you wear sends the wrong message, mother volunteering at school is told
DEAR ERIC: While volunteering at my children’s school another mother asked me, “Why do you wear makeup?” She followed that rude question with, “I think it sends the wrong message.”. I was completely flabbergasted and didn’t know how to respond. Somehow, I felt as if she...
Courier-Post Cherry Hill Headquarters Sales Listing Symbolizes Growing “News Desert”
Still publishing daily, the Courier Post Newspaper’s iconic Cherry Hill headquarters building is now listed for sale, after printing operations were closed (relocated) last month. Printing operations for the Courier-Post and it’s sister newspapers were relocated to other facilities owned by parent-company Gannett. News of the intent to...
Phillies vs. Twins: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
On Tuesday, Zack Wheeler will start for the Philadelphia Phillies (63-37) versus Simeon Woods Richardson and the Minnesota Twins (55-44), with first pitch scheduled for 7:40 PM ET at Target Field. If you’re intending to watch this game, keep reading for streaming and TV options for the Philadelphia-Minnesota matchup.
Yes, The Philadelphia-South Jersey Bridge Tolls Will Increase By 20%
We warned you last week that this was likely to happen, and now it’s official. It’s going to cost more to travel from South Jersey into the City of Philadelphia. Tolls on four bridges — which connect Philadelphia and South Jersey — will increase for the first time in 13 years.
9 shot, 3 dead at large party in West Philadelphia
Police are investigating a mass shooting that took place in West Philadelphia.Nine people were shot, and three of them are dead, authorities say.It happened just after 2 a.m. Sunday on the 1200 block of North Alden Street.According to authorities, the incident stemmed from a fight."I got a male down on Alden Street. Got one male shot in the leg, possibly the head," officers could be heard saying over police radio.Police believe more than 100 people were gathered when shots rang out.Action News was told the victims are 23, 29, and 33 years old.Detectives are now looking for the suspects involved."It...
Crazed woman accused of shooting infant while screaming 'F--- your baby' is arrested: police
A woman accused of opening fire on a baby and his parents at point-blank range, striking the child in the leg, in a shocking caught-on-camera incident has been arrested, with police saying the terrifying incident stemmed from an outstanding $100 drug debt. The woman, Dominique Billups, 28, was arrested Friday...
Piece of Washington's war tent at Museum of American Revolution in Philly after found at Goodwill
As a collector of artifacts, Richard "Dana" Moore makes a habit of scrolling through Goodwill's online thrift store, and one day in 2022, the history buff came across an item that piqued his interest.A post in the historical documents section featured the image of a framed item purporting to contain a fragment of George Washington's tent. It came with a written note saying the tent had been displayed at an exposition commemorating the 300th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown in the Virginia Colony."I was like, 'This can't be.' So I was a little bit astonished," Moore told CNN.Moore was...
Former Philly cop sentenced to 8-20 years for 2022 shooting death of 12-year-old Thomas Siderio
Edsaul Mendoza, the former police officer who pleaded guilty in the killing of 12-year-old TJ Siderio in South Philadelphia nearly two years ago was sentenced Monday.
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