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Reggie Jackson’s Childhood Wyncote Home to be Demolished
Reggie Jackson's childhood home in Wyncote is coming down to build a parking lot. Reggie Jackson’s childhood home at 149 Greenwood Avenue in Wyncote is facing demolition, writes Michael Tanennbaum for Philly Voice. His father, Martinez Jackson, ran a tailor shop there on the first floor in the 1950s...
Multiple people banned from gambling in Pennsylvania over ID fraud, cash withdraws
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Multiple individuals have been banned from iGaming in Pennsylvania, most for creating numerous accounts with someone else’s ID and withdrawing money. On Wednesday, July 24, the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approved recommendations by its Office of Enforcement Counsel to place seven individuals on the iGaming involuntary exclusion list. While the names […]
Justin McCuen tapped as new Plumstead Christian boys basketball coach
Justin McCuen was recently named the new head boys basketball coach at Plumstead Christian School. He takes the place of the retiring John Elton, who spent the last 17 seasons on Plumstead’s hardwood as an assistant or head varsity coach. PCS, the smallest school in the Bicentennial Athletic League,...
PABC announces winner of $250,000 investment
A promising biotech startup from Philadelphia was chosen from among three stellar companies presenting at the 10th annual Entrepreneur Spotlight July 18, at the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) as winner of the highly competitive event. Powered by the Hatch BioFund, the PABC’s 10th Annual Entrepreneur Spotlight featured the event’s first...
Music Mountain Theatre stages “The King and I”
Friday, July 26 will bring a new mainstage production to Music Mountain Theatre (MMT) in Lambertville, N.J., for a four-weekend run. “The King and I,” the classic musical from the team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, will be the 10th mainstage show of MMT’s 2024 season.
Rescue of the Week: Dallas, a 6-month-old Beagle
Home At Last Dog Rescue is excited to introduce Dallas, a 6-month-old beagle, as the featured rescue of the week. Dallas was rescued from a puppy mill in Lancaster, before finding his way to his current foster home in Blue Bell, through the Home At Last Dog Rescue. Dallas’ foster...
Summer fun kicks into high gear at Doylestown car show
The Doylestown at Dusk Car Show, featuring over 500 cars, rolled into town July 20. Top 40 and specialty class awards were presented during the show, which also included live music and vendors. Join our readers whose generous donations are making it possible for you to read our news coverage....
Levittown’s Kennedi Dobson swimming toward bright future
Kennedi Dobson is excited for her future. And the Levittown resident has every right to feel that way. Dobson, entering her senior year at Neshaminy, just competed at the U.S. Olympic Swim Team Trials in Indianapolis, June 15-23, where she was 18th in the 400-meter freestyle (4:11.74), 22nd in the 200 individual medley (2:15.76) and 28th in the 200 freestyle (200.21).
2024 Burpee Open welcomes public to historic Fordhook Farm for free July 27
In the wee hours of Wednesday morning, gardeners and farmers roam the grounds of the historic Fordhook Farm preparing for the 2024 Burpee Open on July 27. Once a year, the historic farm in Doylestown Township opens to the public to take part in self-guided tours around its ten gardens where one of the country’s oldest seed and plant companies curates a selection of flowers, fruit, vegetables and plants to sell.
15-Year-Old Arrested For Fatal Headshot In Trenton: Prosecutor
The suspect was arrested by U.S. Marshals without incident on Wednesday, July 24 in Norfolk, Va, according to Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri. He was charged with first-degree murder and weapons offenses, Onofri said. At approximately 12:25 a.m. on July 9, Trenton police responded to the 200 block of...
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...
One Montco municipal camp is easing the financial burden for families. Here's how.
CHELTENHAM TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) — While several camps charge more than $400 a week, one municipal camp works to make summer fun economical for families."I love this camp, honestly," said Krystle Abdur-Rashid of Elkins Park in Cheltenham Township.She was excited to walk her 6-year-old son Idris to the La Mott Community Center every morning. Idris goes to the Summer Recess Day Camp run by Cheltenham Township."Swimming, art activities, dance, talent shows," Abdur-Rashid said. "He's able to sing. Every day he comes home, he's really excited. So, they have so many good programs here."She was especially excited that this camp...
Montgomery County Athletes Ready to Shine at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks. Several standout athletes from Montgomery County will represent the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the next two weeks, writes Ben Silver for the Main Line Today.
Chalfont Fire Company Gets Donation of Lifesaving Gear Thanks to a Movie Star
CHALFONT, PA—The Chalfont Fire Company has received new lifesaving equipment courtesy of a foundation created by Hollywood star Gary Sinise. In a Facebook post, the fire department announced that it had received two pieces of equipment:CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER FAST Boards allow rescuers to carry people who are too injured to walk on their own, but they also have all the gear that rescuers need to load, secure and move those people during emergency evacuations. The fire department said the boards are versatile and can be used for rescues from areas like...
What $750,000 can buy you in Mercer County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Mercer County, here’s what sold for or under $750,000 between July 15 and July 21. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top 10 properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
Philadelphia truck driver involved in rollover in S. Londonderry Twp. Wednesday, police
A 23-year-old Philadelphia truck driver suffered minimal injuries Wednesday after a tractor-trailer rollover, South Londonderry Township Police said. On July 24, police responded to the area of 1849 S. Forge Road for a single vehicle accident involving a tractor trailer. Andrew Bryce failed to negotiate a left curve roundabout between Hinkle and...
Amir Jones Wanted For West Philly Mass Shooting: Police
Amir Jones, 30, was last seen wearing camouflage shorts and a white T-shirt, authorities said in a release. The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on the 1200 block of North Alden Street in Carroll Park, PPD said previously. Three people were killed — 23-year-old Sekayi Robinson and brothers Akil and Rashie Jones, 33 and 29.
Philly woman with cerebral palsy helps others live independently
Michelle Pfeffer works at Inglis, a nonprofit which serves people with disabilities. Among its residents are Noni and Seville Lincoln, who met and got married there.All three of them have cerebral palsy, and yet each has forged a path to live independently.Watch the video above to see their stories in action.To learn more about how Inglis has served individuals with disabilities for 147 years and counting, visit their website.RELATED: Traumatic brain injury survivor dances down road to recoveryNatanya Sortland's life changed when she had a stroke and then a traumatic brain injury. The Mind Your Brain Foundation helped her recover.
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