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Lafayette an undeniable draw for Garnet Valley's Haylie Adamski
All throughout Haylie Adamski’s collegiate recruitment, one program kept itself at the forefront of her mind. Every time the Garnet Valley rising senior talked about her future plans with her parents, Stacie and David, Lafayette entered the mix. “Whenever I would discuss things about other schools, Lafayette was always...
Insects set to invade the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University for annual Bug Fest
Beetles, spiders and crickets, oh my! Celebrate all things insects this summer during Bug Fest at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. From Saturday, Aug. 10 through Sunday, Aug. 11 you will have the chance to be up close and personal with scientist, artists, educators and of course the main attraction - bugs.
Rep. Brendan Boyle presents $1.8 million to Old City for safety, green space upgrades
An historic section of Philadelphia is getting more than $1 million to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle presented a check for $1.8 million to the Independence Historical Trust on Monday in Old City. The money is from the federal initiative known as the Community Project...
Somers Point, NJ, bar looking for your help to name new outdoor bar
A Somers point institution is looking for some help in naming their new bar. The World Famous Anchorage Tavern, located at 823 Bay Ave in Somers Point has a new outside bar on their front porch and is looking for your help in naming the bar. The bar says they...
Historic Brick Installation Leads to Weeklong Clifford Street Closure in Philly
The Streets Commissioner Kirstin Del Rossi revealed plans to shut down the 3000 block of Clifford Street to through-traffic starting next week. The interruption, aimed at re-installing historic bricks on Montgomery Avenue, is expected to begin bright and early at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, July 29 and will run through to the afternoon of Friday, August 2 at 5:00 p.m., as announced in a press release.
It Sounds Like Mayor Parker’s Return-to-Office Plan Isn’t Going So Well
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Anne Ishii to step down as leader of Philly’s Asian Arts Initiative
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Anne Ishii’s 2018 move from New York to Philadelphia was twofold: the writer and editor longed to live here and she could lead to the esteemed Asian Arts Initiative.
Night Market coming to Northern Liberties on July 24
Northern Liberties is bringing back its Night Market for the 2nd year in a row on Wednesday, July 24th from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. The wildly popular Northern Liberties Night Market will be on North Second Street, between Fairmount Avenue and West Laurel Street. The family-friendly, dog-friendly, festival will feature 26 food trucks, beer gardens, […]
@BerwynCub boys recruit: Hempfield 2025 LSM/DEF Angelo (Freedom) commits to Coker
Hempfield 2025 LSM/defenseman Dominic Angelo of Freedom Lacrosse has verbally committed to play Division II lacrosse at Coker University. Why did you choose Coker? “It felt good to be at the university and I’m excited to play in the SAC and compete for a national title.”. Who do...
Berwyn historic home damaged again after fire broke out in May
BERWYN, Pa. (CBS) -- A fire broke out at a historic Main Line home Tuesday morning, months after another fire damaged the same home.The home is at the corner of Sugartown and Leopard roads in Berwyn, a part of Chester County between Tredyffrin and Easttown townships.Chester County officials said at least one person was taken to Paoli Hospital for burn treatment. Their condition is unknown at this time.According to real estate listings, the home was once known as Breeze Hill and was part of the estate of the prominent Sharp family. The family's Joseph W. Sharp founded the Berwyn National...
Customer Shot In Neck At Philadelphia Convenience Store, Police Say
The 31-year-old victim was robbed in a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue, authorities wrote in a release on Tuesday, July 23. He was shot in the neck when he ran outside to confront the suspect, investigators said. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical...
SPCA offering free canine influenza, distemper shots at Delaware locations
In response to the recent canine influenza outbreak, the Brandywine Valley Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will provide free influenza vaccinations and distemper shots.
Developer proposes construction of 600 apartments, 160 townhouses, 150-unit senior facility, potential hotel and police substation in Dresher
The Upper Dublin Planning Commission recently received a proposal on behalf of Dresher-based BET Investments to build a residential, retail and commercial development on the Prudential tract at 2101 Welsh Road in Dresher, The Reporter said. The proposal calls for 600 apartments, 160 stacked townhouses, 100,000 square feet of medical...
Big Lots announce store closings. Here's the one closing in Pennsylvania
Big-box retailer Big Lots recently announced the closure of dozens of locations by the end of the year, and a location in Pennsylvania is among those marked for closure. There are 73 Big Lots in Pennsylvania, and according to the location finder on Big Lots website, the Big Lots in Exton is set to close before the end of the year.
Man killed in Kensington, chased down Allegheny Ave. by gunman, police say
Police in Philadelphia made an arrest on Monday night, shortly after a man was chased down Allegheny Avenue in Kensington and shot to death. According to police, the incident happened at about 10 p.m. when officials were called to assist an officer at the intersection of Kensington and Allegheny avenues on Monday.
Gunpoint Robbery At 7-Eleven Leads To Two Arrests: Bensalem Police
Christopher Yelverton, 42, and Amanda Petherbridge, 34, are each charged with robbery, conspiracy, and related counts, Bensalem police said in a release on Monday, July 22. The robbery happened at the 2511 Lincoln Highway 7-Eleven in Trevose just before 3 a.m., investigators said. Yelverton walked into the gas station and asked for a carton of Newport cigarettes, then pointed a handgun through his sweatshirt at the cashier and demanded money, according to authorities.
Man dies after being stabbed in the face in Philadelphia
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death in Philadelphia early Tuesday morning. Police responded to the 1200 block of West Wingohocking Street at 6:26 a.m. for a reported stabbing. When they arrived, they found an unidentified man in his 40s or 50s who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene by medics at 6:36 a.m.
Tahir Shoatz Charged In West Philly Mass Shooting: PPD
Tahir Shoatz, 28, is charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder plus related offenses, said PPD Commissioner Kevin Bethel on Tuesday, July 23. The shooting happened on the 1200 block of North Alden Street in the Carroll Park neighborhood around 2 a.m., authorities said previously. Two groups exchanged gunfire during a cookout, investigators believe.
Local Fulton Bank Offices Remain Open in Consolidation
POTTSTOWN PA – Fulton Bank branches in Pottstown and Exeter (Berks County) will remain open, as the bank apparently prepares to close 13 other offices, the Philadelphia Business Journal reported. Journal Senior Reporter Jeff Blumenthal wrote Monday (July 22, 2024) that the Philadelphia-area office closings were part of the...
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