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Controversial Philadelphia radio host makes return
Howard Eskin is expected to host his weekend show on SportsRadio 94WIP this Saturday for the first time in nearly one month. Eskin has been off-air from his weekend show since June 29. Earlier this month, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported Eskin had been accused of making an unwanted advance toward an Aramark employee at Citizens Read more... The post Howard Eskin reportedly returning to WIP for first time since ‘unwelcome kiss’ allegations appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Puerto Rican Festival and parade returns to Allentown with performance by salsa acts
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — It's time to celebrate the Isla Del Encanto. Allentown's Puerto Rican parade and fiesta will return on Sunday, July 28. The annual cultural celebration is held by the Puertorrican Culture Preservation, or PRCP, an organization that works to unite the community by fostering Puerto Rican heritage through entertaining events.
Fisherman, all alone, encounters great white shark off NJ shore
Let’s just say a New Jersey guy by the name of Travis Bogin is a lot closer to “Jaws”’ Quint than he is to Chief Brody. He’s not a coward when it comes to sharks. In fact, he goes out looking for them. He’s 39,...
'Philly Slow Girl Run Club' quickly forms friendships in the city
Paige Black started the 'Philly Slow Girl Run Club,' a community of women who support each other and exercise at their own pace.The group, which began with a few members in 2021, has grown to include roughly 40-50 women across their frequent running events.To learn more about their mission and how to get involved, watch the video above and visit their Facebook page and their Instagram account.RELATED: Delaware woman is turning vacant homes into affordable housingCharly Bass-Davis found the blueprint for transforming abandoned and damaged buildings into affordable housing in Wilmington.
West Nile in chickens, Delaware at Olympics, random acts of kindness
Good morning, First State! Enjoy your day of rest … and if it is decidedly not a day you are able to rest, I hope it’s still a good one. One thing’s for sure, it will be a hot one. Temps are expected to hit 90 today in the Wilmington area with no rain...
Troopers Arrest Pair for Felony Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Newark
Delaware State Police arrested 42-year-old Brandon Wright and 38-year-old Jaclyn Ortega, both of Elkton, Maryland, for felony drug offenses following a traffic stop that occurred on Tuesday evening in Newark. […] The post Troopers Arrest Pair for Felony Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Newark appeared first on Delaware State Police - State of Delaware.
Wilmington shooting leaves man dead
A 35-year-old man is dead, the victim of a shooting in Wilmington Friday night. Officers found the victim around 7:35 p.m. in the 500 block of South Van Buren Street, city police said. He'd been critically wounded, and died at the hospital. No other information is available yet, and police...
Cyclist Struck In Ogletown Early Saturday Morning
Newark, DE – At approximately 8:56 on Saturday morning, emergency services responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a bicycle in the 3900 block of Ogletown Stanton Road. Initial reports from the scene indicated that the bicyclist was struck from behind by a vehicle and was thrown onto the...
Ocugen Completes Dosing in Phase 1/2 Trial for Gene Therapy to Treat Geographic Atrophy
MALVERN, PA — Ocugen, Inc. (NASDAQ: OCGN) this week announced the completion of dosing in the third cohort of its Phase 1/2 ArMaDa clinical trial for OCU410, a novel gene therapy candidate for geographic atrophy (GA). GA is an advanced stage of dry age-related macular degeneration (dAMD) affecting about 1 million people in the United States.
Ocean City Basketball Tourney to Honor “Really Special Person”
Victoria McHugh recalled her late boyfriend, Connor Laverty, as being a charismatic person and star athlete, but someone who was also compassionate and humble. “I think for me, he was my greatest confidante and best listener. He also had the ability to talk and listen to anyone in front of him. He was super-charismatic, too. The things he cared about, he made part of his life. He was a really special person,” she said in an interview.
Rollover crash reported on Old Leacock Road in Leacock Township
LEACOCK TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A rollover crash was reported on Old Leacock Road in Leacock Township Saturday afternoon. It was reported at the intersection of Harvest Drive at 3:53 p.m. Emergency crews are on scene. Injuries are unknown at this time. It is unclear what caused the crash. For...
Popular Hamilton Mall store in Mays Landing, NJ, not closing but expanding
We have some good news to report about a popular store inside Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing. Norman's Hallmark, located down by Macy's, is not closing. In fact, they're getting ready to double down. This past Friday, word began to spread that a new sign for Norman's Hallmark had been...
The Philadelphia 76ers May Build Their New Stadium In Camden, NJ
What would you say if Jersey became home to another professional sports team?. Now, what if I told you that a Philadelphia team was thinking about moving to the Garden State?. NJ Is Trying To Convince The 76ers To Build A Stadium In New Jersey. Over the past few years...
Arrest Made Following Road Rage Incident in Hockessin
HOCKESSIN, DE – Delaware State Police arrested Wilmington resident Steven Wright, 37, on charges including aggravated menacing after a road rage incident on Sunday night. The confrontation involved two minivans…
Witness describes fiery Black Horse Pike crash that killed 2 people, injured 7
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — When Chris Wilson came up to a car on fire from a four-car accident on the Black Horse Pike Friday night, he knew he had to help. Wilson, 46, of Vineland was headed to Rainbow Sushi in Ventnor with a friend when he noticed a silver Nissan Sentra about 70 yards away from his car. Two people were killed and seven others injured in the accident, police said.
Palmer, Morgan help Team USA to U-17 FIBA world championship
Justin Procope (@1Procope) For many 15 year-olds, life can often feel like it is them vs. the world. This summer, for Westtown School’s rising sophomore sensation Jordyn Palmer, it actually was. The emerging star was one of twelve girls who celebrated a gold medal victory last Sunday over Canada,...
Troopers Surround Bank Saturday Morning
Delaware State Police have responded to an incident at the Franklin Mint Credit Union on Quintillo Drive in Bear. Witnesses reported a significant police presence, with troopers surrounding the credit union with long guns drawn. Sources indicate that the troopers are also investigating a carjacking or motor vehicle theft believed...
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