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Three Bucks County area girls' wrestlers bring home medals from rugged Fargo tournament
Conwell-Egan rising junior Julia Horger was the top local girls' finisher at the prestigious U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16-and-under wrestling Nationals in Fargo, N.D., as she captured a gold medal Sunday. Horger, who went 22-0 last season and won a PIAA title at 106 pounds, scored a 9-6 decision over California's Martee...
Former Pottstown Student Among 67 Graduates of Adult Diploma Program
Mohamed Elbahwati who dropped out of Pottstown High in 2019, just two months before graduation, got his diploma at Helms Academy. Mohamed Elbahwati dropped out of Pottstown High in 2019, just two months before graduation, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. He was struggling with depression, anxiety, and...
Brinks truck 'held up' in Chester as suspects flee with 'large amount of money': officials
CHESTER, Pa. - Police are investigating after an armored truck carrying cash was robbed at gunpoint in Chester Tuesday afternoon. The Brinks truck was "held up" at an AutoZone located at 9th Street and Avenue of the States, according to authorities. Police say the suspects pictured above were armed with...
Ardi Torollari Killed In Philadelphia Shooting: Police
Ardi Torollari of Northfield, New Jersey was shot in the chest while sitting in his Volkswagen on the 200 block of South 54th Street, investigators said in a release. Torollari was taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries around 6:10 p.m., authorities said. No weapon was recovered from the scene and no arrests were made as of Tuesday, July 16.
Lancaster Avenue Jazz and Arts Festival is this weekend
If you love Jazz music and arts you have to head to Lancaster Avenue on Saturday for their annual Jazz and Arts Festival. The FREE all-day event will be held on Saturday, July 20 from Noon to 7 p.m. at Saunders Park Greene on 39th & Powelton Ave. As a celebration of West Philadelphia and […]
Motorcyclist dead after wrong-way crash in Lebanon County
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A motorcyclist is dead after a wrong-way crash that happened Sunday in Lebanon city. Alfredo Pizarro-Franco, 39, was driving a motorcycle the wrong way on Hanover Street when he failed to stop at the Mifflin Street intersection and struck the driver's side door of an SUV, according to Lebanon City Police.
Community demands oversight from Great Valley schools after students lewdly impersonated teachers on TikTok
Teachers and parents packed a school board meeting in Malvern on Monday demanding more oversight and education in social media use after it came to light that middle school students impersonated nearly two dozen of their teachers on TikTok.
Beef bandits make off with 400 cases of meat after cargo truck heist in Southwest Philadelphia
Another cargo truck has been targeted by thieves in Philadelphia.This time, bandits made off with $15,000 worth of beef from a truck parked in Southwest Philadelphia.Police believe the suspects are part of a crime ring responsible for similar robberies dating back to last year.Investigators said the thieves struck around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday and broke into a cargo trailer, swiping 200 cases of oxtail.The owner of Bradway Trucking, Andrew Bradway, told Action News the driver was sleeping in the truck sleeper when the criminals pounced.A witness saw the theft unfold on the 2800 block of S. 63rd Street and called police.The...
Alec Bohm’s reaction during MLB All-Star Game national anthem spotted by TV viewers as they claim ‘he is all of us’
MLB star Alec Bohm has been praised for keeping cool during a rocky rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. The Philadelphia Phillies slugger participated in Monday’s Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas. Country singer Ingrid Andress was responsible for belting the national anthem before the annual MLB competition. The four-time Grammy-nominated artist’s piercing vocal was […]
Weeks after Harrisburg man was shot to death during road rage incident, his father reacts
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — Three weeks after a Harrisburg man was shot to death during a road rage incident, his father reacts to the district attorney's decision not to press charges against the man who killed him. It was June 23 when Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo says...
Ex-Cowboys Starter Could Sign with Eagles in Free Agency
The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with a few veterans in 2024 and one former starter could become a late pickup for the Philadelphia Eagles. While Jayron Kearse carved out a role as the Cowboys’ starting safety, he has been a free agent since the end of last season. SI.com...
Phillies Predicted to Land 2023 All-Star Slugger in Trade
The Philadelphia Phillies went into the All-Star break with a 62-34 record. While the Phillies are leading the National League, they have been far from perfect. The outfield could use a boost before a potential deep postseason run. During a live stream for Bleacher Report, Tyler Ward predicted the Phillies landing Oakland Athletics‘ slugger Brent Rooker at the July 30 trade deadline.
High School Football: 2024 Great Lakes Region Top RBs
Who are the top high school football players heading into the 2024 season? This is the latest article in a series cataloging the top prep players in the Great Lakes Region. Athletes from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are eligible for recognition. All players mentioned are also eligible to make @EFrantMP’s Annual Preseason All-Great Lakes Football Teams, which will be released in August.
Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, the father of Kobe Bryant, dies at 69
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the father of the late Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, has died, his alma mater announced Tuesday. Bryant, who spent eight seasons in the NBA with three different franchises, was 69. The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing La Salle coach Fran Dunphy, reported that Joe Bryant recently had a massive stroke.
I regret to inform you the Eagles have reloaded once more
The 2023 Philadelphia Eagles were the 2020 Pittsburgh Steelers in disguise. The 2020 Steelers started out 11-0 as whispers of fraudulence followed them to the top of the NFL standings. They finished that season on a 1-5 streak capped by an ignominious loss to Baker Mayfield as a home favorite in the Wild Card round.
Hanover Pride announces organization has been dissolved: 'We have had an incredible run'
After four years of bringing the LGBTQ+ community and their allies together in the Hanover area, Pride Hanover announced that the organization has been dissolved permanently. "I wish the organization could continue, but unfortunately, my personal circumstances no longer allow me to devote the time and energy required," said founder Naomi Asper in a post on the group's social media accounts.
1 Delaware County School District Is in the Top 10 for Entire Nation
A Delaware County school district has made a list of the top 10 best school districts in America. A school district in Delaware County is back on top in a Niche ranking of the best school districts in America, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Radnor Township School District...
When NJ residents can expect their next ANCHOR rebate
💲 The process on a third year of ANCHOR payments is about to begin. 💲 ANCHOR benefits go to both homeowners and renters. 💲 You may not have to do anything in order to receive your next payment. The ANCHOR property tax relief program is part of...
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