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12 rescued from Schuylkill River in Philadelphia after boat began taking on water
Twelve people were rescued from the Schuylkill River after the boat they were on began taking on water.Someone on the small vessel called 911 just after midnight on Thursday morning when they noticed water coming on board. There was another boat that stayed nearby while they were waiting for rescuers.A police helicopter located the boats near the Platt Bridge in South Philadelphia.The fire department marine unit and coast guard made sure everyone made it to shore safely.Police say the 12 people are in their 20s and 30s, and are in good spirits.It's unclear what caused the boats to spring a leak.A previous version said people were rescued from two boats but it was determined that just one was taking on water.
Overhiser hired by Drexel University wrestling
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Former Corning wrestling standout Jimmy Overhiser has landed his next big opportunity. Overhiser was named an assistant coach at Drexel University in Philadelphia for the Dragons. Drexel competes in the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA). The move for Overhiser is the culmination of years of hard work on and off the […]
‘The pressure for action is intensifying': Phila. mayor opposed Penn’s pleas to address encampment
This is the first part of a planned multi-part series about Penn's Gaza Solidarity Encampment. Check back at thedp.com for more inside information about the discussions behind the encampment's 16-day duration. On May 2, Penn's provost was striking a hopeful tone with pro-Palestinian organizers, offering concessions if they took down...
WATCH: Imprint Beer Co. cooking up something new with launch of Imprint Pizza Co.
When Imprint Pizza Co. ran out of dough, basil, cheese, and pepperoni during last weekend’s soft launch of its pizza shop inside Imprint Beer Co. in Hatfield, owner Ryan Diehl saw it as a good sign. Sure, it meant visiting restaurant supply stores for more products and items with...
Philadelphia-area families hit the road early for Labor Day weekend
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (CBS) — The unofficial end to the summer is quickly approaching. Drivers made a pit stop at Farley Service Plaza along the Atlantic City Expressway in Hammonton as they headed down the shore to squeeze in one more visit before summer ends."Going down to Cape May, New Jersey to go to the beach," Maher Kholi said. "I live in the Lehigh Valley in Allentown, so we left after rush hour Philly traffic ... I got a carload of kids, so they can fall asleep on the way down."Kholi said he's happy he's beating the weekend traffic. "And we...
Zaheem Sabree, a Gun Shot Victim, Remembered by His Teammates
The Chester High School football team now plays to honor teammate Zaheem Sabree, shot and killed June 30. Chester High School’s football team is grieving the loss of one of their own, 17-year-old Zaheem Sabree, a victim of gun violence, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A STEM...
Temple at Oklahoma odds, picks and predictions
The No. 16 Oklahoma Sooners welcome the Temple Owls to Memorial Stadium Friday for the season-opening game for both programs. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Temple vs. Oklahoma odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
Syracuse Basketball: 4-star Philly recruit arrives in top 20 nationally in new rankings
A new Syracuse basketball recruit debuts in the inaugural national rankings from a primary recruiting service in the top 20 around the country. This week, Rivals.com published its initial top 60 prospects nationwide in the 2027 class. Zion Green, a Philadelphia product who was offered by the Orange earlier this summer, checks in as four stars and No. 20 overall, per Rivals.com.
Breakfast Wars Season 1: Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery (Lebanon Valley Food Critics)
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Surprise Eagles Release Paves the Way for Reunion With Familiar Face
On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Eagles made some tough decisions to trim their training camp roster down to 53 players ahead of the new season. This means that plenty of potentially impactful players hit the waiver wire over the last 24 hours. There are more transactions on the horizon for GM Howie Roseman and one surprising release by the Eagles opens the door to the return of a familiar face.
Pa. plant to close; more than 100 people to be laid off
More than 100 people will be laid off at a manufacturing plant in Northampton County. Stuffed Puffs has filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act notice informing the state that it will close its plant at 3910 Stuffed Puffs Place in Hanover Township near Bethlehem and 106 people will be laid off.
Phillies’ trade with Reds ends failed reunion with one-time Philly starter
On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Phillies made a trade with the Cincinnati Reds, sending right-handed pitcher David Buchanan to the Reds in exchange for cash considerations, as reported by Phillies Tailgate. The trade all but ends a potential reunion of the big league club with the one-time Phillies starter. Phillies’ trade...
VISTA Careers – County of Chester
The County of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers full-time employees competitive and flexible benefits packages that include health, long-term disability, dental, and life insurance, and more. Deputy Sheriff I. This position will protect the judge and courtroom personnel during...
The Philly region is under an Excessive Heat Warning, with heat indexes up to 105 degrees possible
Have questions about enduring extreme heat in Philly? WHYY News has the answers. The Philadelphia region could see heat index values in the triple digits on Wednesday. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect through 8 p.m. Wednesday for Delaware, Eastern Montgomery, Lower Bucks and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and in Mercer, Camden, Gloucester and Northwestern Burlington counties in New Jersey.
EHD virus found in deer in Chester County; public asked to report dead deer. Here's why
The Pa. Game Commission is investigating an Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) outbreak in deer in southeastern Pennsylvania. Travis Lau, communications director for the agency, said the fatal disease was confirmed Friday in one deer in Chester County. ...
Fall College Prep Clinic Information
The West Chester University Cheer Team will hold a college prep clinic this fall for athletes, 9 th grade through college, who are potentially interested in college cheerleading. The cost is $65 per participant and the clinics will be held in Hollinger Field House. Clinics will be held on the following dates: October 20, 2024: from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Check-in begins at 9:45 a.m.) Hollinger Field House The clinic will cover a variety of elite stunt and cheer skills and fundamentals which will allow participants to enhance all aspects of their ability while working very closely with the...
Barclay Friends Introduces Innovative “Magic Table” to Memory Care Services
WEST CHESTER, PA — Barclay Friends, a Kendal Affiliate, has successfully launched the “Magic Table” tool, marking a significant step in enhancing resident engagement within its Memory Care services. This innovative tool, also known as the Tovertafel, uses captivating light projections on a table to stimulate residents with cognitive challenges, such as Alzheimer’s and dementia. The activities are designed to promote movement, social interaction, and cognitive stimulation, greatly benefiting residents’ well-being.
Report: Red tape, new power plant delays put PJM grid 'in peril'
(The Center Square) — Pennsylvania sits at the heart of the 13-state electric grid called PJM. That means the state’s role in generating power to keep the lights on in neighboring states is crucial. But a report warns that recent government policy choices have weakened the grid, making it more vulnerable to disruptions. A potential power shortage could hit by 2030 if more problems mount. ...
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