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Muggy conditions continue in Philadelphia region Wednesday, storms possible
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temperatures in the 80s and off-and-on showers and storms.While we are not expecting anything widespread, we will have slow-moving areas of heavy rain, so localized flooding may affect some areas.The city could see some scattered, light rain throughout the morning, with stronger storms possible along the shore points. Showers could pick up in intensity around noon in South Jersey and Delaware, while Lehigh Valley and Bucks County areas could get some more rain later around 4-6 p.m.Dew points are back in...
Another rash of Fairmount car break-ins leave residents discouraged: 'People are just smashing glass'
PHILADELPHIA - Residents in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood are frustrated after multiple cars were hit by vandals, again!. "It's a nuisance," said Mark Deitcher as he sealed the window of his son’s car with tape and a trash bag. "People are just smashing glass down rows of cars." His...
Reading planners approve revised plan for phase 2 of GoggleWorks project
READING, Pa. –The Reading Planning Commission voted Tuesday night to approve a revised plan for the GoggleWorks 2 – Helping Harvest annex at 243 Washington St. Phase two of the project was previously approved by the panel. The project includes the revitalization and expansion of the existing five-store commercial building to support Helping Harvest.
Chester Safe Streets Initiative gets creative this summer to do more with critically understaffed Police Department
Police officials are getting creative in their attempts to get more officers out in the community this summer in the midst of a Police Department staffing shortage.
Jawn Supply Is a Gem for Vintage Finds in West Chester
Growing up in Media, Ben Rowe often frequented thrift shops with his mom and grandmother. “I loved the thrill of the hunt and finding hidden gems,” he says. On one thrifting outing during his senior year at Delaware County Christian School, Rowe found the same suit jacket he wore to his prom among the racks. “I remember thinking, ‘I just spent $150 on this suit jacket, and it’s right here for $7,’” he says. “I couldn’t help but think someone else would buy the jacket for more than that.”
New officers elected to lead the PA Fish and Boat Commission board
(WJET/WFXP) — New officers have been promoted to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission board, according to a release. Daniel Pastore, the vice president for PFBC and commissioner for District 1, was elected as the board’s president. He will replace current President William Gibney, of Honesdale, Wayne County. He was previously appointed as District 1’s commissioner […]
Pennsylvania Churches Unite to Address Zimbabwe Hunger Crisis
People in Zimbabwe are facing a hunger crisis amid the worst drought in several decades, and churches in the U.S. are stepping up to help. The Nyadire Connection, a faith-based nonprofit founded by individuals from a network of United Methodist churches in Pittsburgh, has been in partnership with the United Methodist Nyadire Mission community for 18 years. Hearing of the calamities befalling their friends, The Nyadire Connection began working to raise money to provide food support.
Vehicle crashes into wooded area off of Route 272 reported in Manheim Township
MANHEIM TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A single-vehicle crash was reported in Lancaster County Tuesday afternoon. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to Oregon Pike/Route 272 and Whitemarsh Drive in Manheim Township just before noon. According to county dispatchers, the vehicle crashed into a wooded area. The...
Antisemitism runs rampant in Philadelphia schools, Jewish group alleges in civil rights complaint
The School District of Philadelphia has failed to protect Jewish students from "a virulent wave of antisemitism" that swept through classrooms after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, according to a federal complaint filed Tuesday.The district, among the largest public school systems in the U.S., has ignored persistent harassment and bullying of Jewish students, some of whom have been forced to drop out, lawyers wrote in the complaint. Some teachers and administrators have spread inflammatory anti-Jewish and anti-Israel messages on social media and even in the classroom without repercussion, the complaint said.The Anti-Defamation League, a prominent Jewish advocacy group, asked...
Woman shoots teen girl in the neck in North Philly, police say
Police are searching for a woman who they say shot a teen girl in the neck in North Philadelphia Tuesday night. Police responded to a reported shooting at a home on the 1400 block of West Loudon Street shortly after 8:15 p.m. on July 23, 2024. When they arrived, they found a 15-year-old girl who had been shot in the neck. The teen was taken to the hospital where she remains in critical condition.
Why Philly Chef Dropped Plans for Ocean Casino Restaurants
In February, Ocean Casino Resort announced a partnership with celebrated chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson to bring two fine-casual concepts to Ocean's Casino Resort's culinary roster. Pearl & Mary and Samuel's were both set to open this summer. They were to be the first of four new eateries he would...
'Going to make a change': Family of CHOP oncology resident killed in crash push for bike safety
The family of Barbara Friedes, the bicyclist who was struck and killed by a speeding driver last week, says they feel the strength of Philadelphia communities that are supporting them.Friedes, 30, who was originally from Colorado, treated pediatric cancer patients as an oncology resident at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.Now, CHOP and a community of bicyclists are stepping up for her family as they grieve.As the family tries to navigate their lives without their middle daughter, they are dedicated to carrying on her work and saving more lives."It was very reassuring and very warm to know that she was making a...
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