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@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Absegami (N.J.) 2025 ATT Cowan commits to Gwynedd Mercy
Absegami (N.J.) 2025 attackman Jack Cowan has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Gwynedd Mercy University. Why did you choose Gwynedd Mercy? “I like the location, the academics, and the coach.”. Who do you wish to thank? “Thanks to my high school coach.”. Other schools considered: Southwestern,...
Editors Letter Sept 2024
As we dive into Hispanic Heritage Month, we are thrilled to bring you a collection of stories that celebrate the rich tapestry of Latino culture. This issue is a tribute to the vibrant diversity that defines our community. Our cover story highlights the remarkable journeys of immigrants from Venezuela. We...
Stir Up Your Career
My name is Jadalys Nunez, and I am a senior at Reading High School and in the Institutional Foods Program at Reading Muhlenberg Career & Technology Center. In our program, we learn how to cook, clean, and organize inventory. My favorite area is cooking. We make all types of bread, donuts, soup, and all types of food. We also help to cater events at our school.
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Parkland 2025 FO Esteban commits to Haverford College
Parkland 2025 faceoff specialist Max Esteban has committed to play Division III lacrosse at Haverford College. Academic honors: National Honor Society, Leo Club Board Member. Why did you choose Haverford College? “I chose it for the high academics and the new lacrosse coach.”. Who do you wish to thank?...
R. Paul Shillingford
R. Paul Shillingford (91), M.D., of Newtown Square, PA previously Wayne, PA beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on August 21 after a two-year battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his boisterous and loving family. Born in Clifton Heights, PA and raised in Drexel Hill, PA Paul graduated from Upper Darby High School (1950), attended Ursinus College (1954) and Jefferson Medical School (1958). He practiced as a pediatrician in Newtown Square and later Westtown for over 50 years—touching the lives of countless infants and children and their parents. On Thursday afternoons he went into West Philadelphia where he worked at a free clinic, serving patients who had no other access to medical care. He was honored for this service by The Chapel of Four Chaplains upon his retirement. In his freshman year at Ursinus, he met the love of his life and wife of 68 years, Jenepher Price. In his college yearbook his classmates wrote, “Has a yen for Jen” and they were devoted to each other—supporting their careers together and raising three children in their home in Wayne, PA. A man of quiet faith, Paul attended Clifton United Methodist Church in his youth, transferring to Wayne United Methodist Church after marriage, where he sang in the choir, was a member of the men’s breakfast group, served on many committees and as lay leader. He and Jen worked and traveled on mission projects with the church youth group for many years. Devoted to his family he was a beloved grandfather who enjoyed spending time with all of his grandchildren, especially for several weeks every summer in Stone Harbor, NJ and Avalon, NJ where he and Jen vacationed for 67 years and had a two boats in succession “Floundering” and “Floundering Too.” The memories of these gatherings are some of the most formative of his grandchildren’s lives and they looked forward to this excursion all year. His granddaughter described Pop as “like a good baguette, crusty on the outside, but soft and warm in the inside.” He and Jen loved to fish on their boat and even after they sold it he would sit on the dock and watch the boat traffic on the bay. In 2017, Jen and Paul left their Wayne home of 60+ years and moved into White Horse Village where they found a community of friends. There they volunteered to chair the annual OctoFest for several years, found healthy competition on the shuffleboard and bocce courts, Paul volunteered to deliver mail and visited residents in Canterbury (skilled care) daily and they developed many new friendships. Paul is survived by his wife, Jenepher Price Shillingford, his three children and their spouses, Anne Mackin (Robert), Rob (Amy Tryon), and Beth Carey (David) and six adoring grandchildren: Jenepher Mackin, Andrew Mackin, Megan Carey Delisle (Blake), Ally Carey, Matthew Shillingford, and Parker Shillingford. In October of 2023, despite his illness, he and Jen officiated at the marriage of their granddaughter Megan to Blake Delisle—a joyous family celebration. A celebration of life will be held at Wayne United Methodist Church on Friday, August 30 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to Wayne United Methodist Church wayneumc.org or United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) umcmission.org or the charity of your choice.
What’s Next for Wilmington? Discover the Exciting Plans for the Bancroft Bridge Replacement!
WILMINGTON, DE — The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has awarded a contract to A-Del Construction for the much-anticipated replacement of the Bancroft Bridge in Alapocas Run State Park. Scheduled to begin on October 1, the project is expected to conclude by April 2025. The...
Latinas & Physical Activity
The National Library of Medicine reported in 2013 that Latinas are the largest and fastest-growing female ethnic minority group in the USA. Despite this growth, they also report the lowest levels of physical activity. To explore this further, I spoke with ten Latina women in my life about their current fitness habits and challenges. The consensus was clear: while fitness is a desired goal, finding the time to engage in physical activities is the most significant obstacle. Over the years, various fitness trends have come and gone, but a few have consistently resonated with these women.
Experience the Big Apple Vibes in Montgomery County at Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar
Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar in Schwenksville is a perfect spot for date night, bringing a true New York City feel to Montgomery County. Lederach Corner Store Piano Bar in Schwenksville is a perfect spot for date night, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The popular spot that opened...
Spiders Blanked by Delaware Sunday Afternoon at Home
RICHMOND, Va. – Despite four dangerous looks on target from the Spider offense, the University of Richmond women's soccer team dropped a close battle, 1-0, against Delaware Sunday afternoon at home. Richmond suffers its first loss of the season and fell to 2-1-1 while the Blue Hens improved to 1-4-1. Goals.
Eleanor E. (Eckert) Knauss, Formerly of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)
Eleanor E. (Eckert) Knauss, 93, formerly of Hellertown, Pa., and Largo, Fla., died Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024 at Trillium Place by Tandem Living, Lancaster. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown. Est. Read Time: 2 mins. Eleanor E. (Eckert) Knauss (1931 – 2024) Eleanor E. (Eckert) Knauss,...
D.L. Hughley and Umar Johnson agree to debate
D.L. Hughley has accepted Umar Johnson‘s challenge for a debate, but only under one condition. “Bet!!” Hughley posted on his Instagram account. “Why don’t we televise it live from the cafeteria of your school!”. Johnson is developing the Frederick Douglass Marcus Garvey Academy in Wilmington, Del....
Thundershowers tapering tonight
Thundershowers are moving through the Valley ahead of a cold front. Severe risks have dwindled and rain will end around midnight. Overnight, expect mostly cloudy skies and muggy temperatures near 70. The cold front will linger overhead Sunday, leading to morning clouds, then breaks of sun in the afternoon. Isolated...
Own the property that will be home to Netflix House at the King of Prussia Mall
Netflix House, the new retail, dining, and immersive experience, coming to the King of Prussia Mall, is set to open in the late fall of 2025. It is taking over the portion of the mall that was once home to Lord & Taylor. This specific property within the mall property at 180 North Gulph Road is owned by an entity associated with Hudson Bay Co., which owned Lord & Taylor from 2008 to 2019.
Immaculata University To Host Undergraduate Open House on Sept. 21
Immaculata University will host an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. Immaculata University will host an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high school students researching colleges and for college students interested in transferring.
Calling All Runners: 5 Fall Races to Sign Up For Now
The heat is breaking (kind of). Shore weekends are ending. It’s time to start fund-racing again. Every spring, the 5K races and fun runs come barreling through West Chester only to dry up over the hot days of summer. Well, now that temps are cooling again lace up, the races are back.
Field Hockey Drops Season Opener to Immaculata 1-0
IMMACULATA, Pa. – The 2024 field hockey season got underway on Saturday afternoon for the Albright Lions (0-1) with a road match against Immaculata (1-0). The Mighty Macs protected home turf and won today's game 1-0. Today's game marked the official start of head coach Catherine Wiese (Ostoich) third season in charge of the Albright field hockey program. Coach Wiese has amassed 17 wins in her first two seasons at Albright.
Latin Culture & Musical Heritage
Esteban Ruiz, born in Reading, PA from Puerto Rico born and raised parents, is a soon to be 17-y/o multi-instrumentalist and rising Senior at Exeter school district. His passion for music is evident in every note he plays, and his dream is to turn this passion into a lifelong career. The Berks music community has provided a nurturing environment that has allowed him to thrive and grow as an artist.
Latinos Progressing In Berks
FR: My name is Frael Reinoso, I’m a Dominican graphic designer. I was born and raised in the city of Bonao, Dominican Republic, where I lived for 18 years before moving to Santo Domingo to continue my higher education. PM: WHAT IS YOUR ACADEMIC BACKGROUND?. FR: I studied automated...
NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and brother killed when bicycles hit by car on eve of sister's wedding
NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother were killed Thursday night when they were hit by a suspected drunken driver while riding bicycles in their home state of New Jersey, police said Friday. Gaudreau, 31, and brother, Matthew, 29, are Carneys Point, New Jersey, natives and were scheduled to...
Villanova holds off YSU for season-opening, 24-17 victory
#6 Villanova (1-0 overall) held off a #25/#23 Youngstown State second-half surge to secure a hard-fought, 24-17, season-opening win on the Main Line on Thursday evening. The Wildcats used some big plays, an effective running attack and a "bend-not-break" defensive effort to build a 24-3 lead early in the third quarter. The Penguins found their footing offensively and leveraged two long drives to trim the lead to 24-17 before Villanova sealed the game with a late interception by Richie Kimmel. Veteran QB, Connor Watkins led the Wildcat offense and P/K Ethan Gettman had a solid game while the 'Nova defense was led by Shane Hartzell, Brendan Bell, Jalen Goodman, Richie Kimmel and Zahmir Dawud. Villanova will need look to improve in the passing game and defensive line play moving forward.
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