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Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center waives dog adoption fees this week
(Blackwood, NJ) – In order to create space for more dogs in need, the Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center will be waiving adoption fees for all dogs this week. The adoption center is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NBA fans paid tribute to Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, the father of the late Kobe Bryant, who died at 69
Joe Bryant, the father of the late Kobe Bryant, has died at 69 years old. Bryant was the No. 14 overall pick in the 1975 NBA Draft out of La Salle University. He played eight seasons in the NBA for the Philadelphia 76ers, San Diego Clippers, and Houston Rockets. He later played several years of basketball overseas in Italy and France.
Who is Ingrid Andress? Meet the country singer who botched national anthem at MLB Home Run Derby
Ingrid Andress has gone viral for her widely panned national anthem performance. The country singer sang “The Star-Spangled Banner” — which one sarcastic X user called the “Star Strangled Banner” — at the MLB Home Run Derby in July 2024. Not only did Philadelphia...
Joe Bryant, Kobe Bryant’s Dad, Dies at 69
Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the former NBA player and father of Kobe Bryant, has died. He was 69.The news was first reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer, which cited La Salle Explorers head coach Fran Dunphy in saying that Bryant had recently suffered a massive stroke. Bryant’s death comes over four years after the passing of his son and his granddaughter Gianna in a helicopter crash in California.“We are saddened to announce the passing of La Salle basketball great Joe Bryant,” the X account of La Salle's men’s basketball team wrote in a post Tuesday. “Joe played for the Explorers from 1973-75...
Former pro basketball player Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, dad of Kobe, dies at 69
Long-time pro basketball player Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, whose long European career had a profound influence on his Hall of Fame son Kobe, has died, officials said on Tuesday. He was 69. “We are saddened to announce the passing of La Salle basketball great Joe Bryant,” said a statement...
Joe Bryant, Father of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant, Dead at 69
Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, former NBA player and father of late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, has died at 69. The Philadelphia Inquirer was the first to report the news of Bryant's death. According to La Salle University head basketball coach Fran Dunphy, Bryant had been grappling with health issues and suffered a massive stroke on Tuesday.
Man hospitalized after overnight shooting in Feltonville: police
PHILADELPHIA - Police say they are searching for the suspect in a shooting in North Philadelphia's Feltonville neighborhood that left a man hospitalized late Monday night. Officers responded to the 4900 block of Boudinot Street at 10:30 p.m., where they found a 46-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the left thigh. Authorities say he remains in stable condition at Temple University Hospital.
Phillies star Alec Bohm trolled Pete Alonso after Home Run Derby performance
The Home Run Derby was certainly a fun treat for baseball fans on Monday night. Eight of the top sluggers in the league convened for a showdown to determine the champion. One of the contestants was Philadelphia Phillies star third baseman Alec Bohm. The 27-year-old was competing in the Derby for the first time in his career.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #11, DL Denis Jaquez Jr.
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: Denis Jaquez Jr. Position: Defensive...
Cirque du Soleil's first holiday show – ‘Twas the Night Before' – coming to Philly this winter
The holidays might be moths away but it's never too early to get into the spirit. ‘Twas the Night Before…by Cirque du Soleil - a Christmas themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder - is coming to Philadelphia this winter. You can experience all the...
How to watch today's Minnesota Timberwolves vs Philadelphia 76ers NBA game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Everything you need to know about the NBA matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Philadelphia 76ers, including how to watch and team news. The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Philadelphia 76ers are rady to meet to begin an epic NBA Summer League action on July 16, 2024 8:00 pm ET.
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