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Richard Eppler receives ASTM’s Frank W. Reinhart Award
An accomplished author, evidenced by his book Glazes and Glass Coatings, published in 2000 by the American Ceramics Society, Eppler is a clear expert and leader in the ceramics industry. The award presentation highlighted that Eppler has participated in the C21 Committee for Ceramic Whitewares and Related Products since 1974,...
Shopping Gets Immersive as King of Prussia Mall Moves Toward Interactive Experiences
King of Prussia Mall is moving toward more experience-based attractions to draw in shoppers, including Netflix House. King of Prussia Mall, among other malls, is pivoting toward more experience-based attractions, reports Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Malls across the country have seen a considerable drop in shoppers following...
UAW files unfair labor practice charges against Ford Bronco parts supplier Webasto
The UAW has filed unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board against a company that supplies parts for the Ford Bronco. The union says German auto supplier Webasto engaged in a variety of improper actions against workers involved in a union drive at a metro Detroit plant on Haggerty Road...
$3.1 Million Villanova Estate Finds Buyer in Less Than a Week
A nearly century-old Villanova estate with a basketball court, golf green, soccer and lacrosse fields, and a koi pond listing for $3.1 million received an offer less than a week after it was listed, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The castle-like home on Tower Road includes eight bedrooms...
Seeking an animal companion? ACCT Philly has over 200 cats, dogs ready for adoption
HUNTING PARK - Pet services across the region have been in crisis mode for at least a year. Many people adopted dogs and cats while they were at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that that epidemic has relaxed, some of those animals have been abandoned or surrendered to groups such as ACCT Philadelphia.
Superintendent Watlington talks staffing, security ahead of new school year in Philadelphia
Philadelphia School Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington talked to Action News about staffing and safety for the upcoming school year."Safety and well-being of our students and our staff is the number one priority for our school district," said Watlington.On Thursday, the district announced the installation of new digital cameras at 150 buildings. The district will also expand Safety Zones around schools, and the Safe Pathways. That's a program that provides monitors to keep an eye on any issues."They've also worked together to increase the number of safety zones in this city to 28. These are areas that had an uptick in...
D-Day Conneaut Drawing Large Crowds Aug. 15-17
D-Day Conneaut knows how to do it big. From Aug. 15-17, not only do thousands of people witness the reenactment of the historic event from June 6, 1944, but also the attire, equipment and music of World War II. "A great opportunity to show our stuff, share the stories of...
Philadelphia's Dîner en Blanc 2024 is being held at LOVE Park
The surprise location for Philadelphia's 12th Dîner en Blanc has finally been revealed. Thursday's outdoor "chic picnic," where attendees must wear white and bring their own food, is being held at LOVE Park, located at 16th Street and JFK Boulevard. Organizers expect around 5,000 people to attend tonight's pop-up dinner.
WWII Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday at Parx Casino with Fellow Vets
Joe DeMarco, a World War II veteran from Philadelphia, marked his 100th birthday by enjoying a beer with fellow veterans. Joe DeMarco, a World War II veteran from Philadelphia, marked his 100th birthday in a way that reflects his vibrant spirit—enjoying a beer with fellow veterans, savoring beef sliders, and celebrating at Parx Casino in Bensalem, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.
Opportunities Academy: Inspiring High School Students
President and CEO Jay S. Feldstein, DO '81, was joined recently by Alicia Hahn, Director of Program Initiatives for PCOM's Office of Diversity and Community Relations. On the PCOM Perspectives podcast, they discuss the annual Opportunities Academy, a weeklong enrichment program for local high school students at each of PCOM's three locations, and why pathway programs like these are crucial in helping to ensure a diverse and inclusive healthcare workforce.
‘Vibrant flavors’: Foodies flock to new Bethlehem restaurant for unique, sweet and savory eats
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - A new restaurant is heating up the Lehigh Valley’s dining scene with Nashville hot chicken, smash burgers, dessert waffles and more. Haaz’s, a fast-casual eatery offering freshly prepared chicken dishes, smash burgers, gyros, sides, dessert waffles and more, held a soft opening on Monday at 3217 Schoenersville Road, owner Hasnain “Haaz” Ilyas said.
Back to school: Safety concerns, positive student improvements addressed by Philly superintendent
School District of Philadelphia superintendent talks of improvements in keeping kids in classroom. Philadelphia’s Superintendent of Schools, Tony Watlington, is looking forward to the start of the new academic year and tells FOX 29 he’s focused on his goal of making the school district the fastest improving big school system in the country.
Philadelphia singer, cancer survivor launches flexible bra line
BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) -- A Philadelphia singer who's also a cancer patient is now venturing into the business world. The business comes after years of fighting cancer and many complications. Now, it's about helping other women.Instead of notes from doctors, Jessy Kyle's laptop is now filled with a different kind of support.Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant."I'm a three-time survivor of Hodgkin's lymphoma," Kyle said. "I was 16 when I was diagnosed, so it's almost 35 years. It changed me in the sense that I am...
Extortion charges against ex-labor union leader John Dougherty are dismissed
Federal prosecutors have dropped their extortion case against John Dougherty, the former union boss who was sentenced to prison last month after being convicted of embezzlement and bribery in two other cases. The extortion case had ended in a mistrial in April. Dougherty's nephew, his co-defendant in the extortion trial,...
Fatal crash on Kelly Drive caused by illegal turn, police say
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A 41-year-old man who was the passenger in an Uber died in a crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia on Thursday afternoon after the driver made an illegal left turn into oncoming traffic, police said. The crash happened just before 3:30 p.m. at Kelly and Reservoir drives near the Strawberry Mansion Bridge, according to police. The crash temporarily closed Kelly Drive but it has since reopened. Three cars -- a black Nissan Altima, a white Nissan Rouge and BMW -- were involved in the crash, police said. Authorities said the black Nissan Altima, which was driven by an Uber driver,...
Police Search for Driver After Woman, 24, Fatally Stricken in Philadelphia Hit-and-Run
Tragedy struck Philadelphia's Feltonville neighborhood early Thursday morning when a 24-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash, details on the incident currently emerging as police seek the driver responsible for the heartrending event. According to FOX29, the fatal encounter occurred around 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of Front Street and Hunting Park Avenue, where the victim succumbed to her injuries.
DA Krasner convicts 28-year-old for home invasion, gunpoint robbery
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and his ‘Prolific” Gun Offenders Unit have announced the conviction of a 28-year-old man for a home invasion and gunpoint robbery in East Germantown. According to Krasner, 28-year-old Marquise Alexander was arrested and found guilty of a gunpoint robbery that occurred in August 2023. Alexander was charged with Robbery, Conspiracy, […]
Crozer facility to halt surgeries: What it means for orthopedics
In a bid to consolidate operations, Crozer Health's Ridley Park, Pa.-based Taylor Hospital will cease performing surgeries. Jeffrey Malumed, MD, president of Premier Orthopaedics, has been performing surgeries at Taylor for 35 years, according to an Aug. 15 report from The Philadelphia Inquirer. His time with the hospital will now end Sept. 1 as the system continues to shutter services and close locations across the country.
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