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South Jersey groomer charged after dog dies during appointment
WOODBURY — A local pet groomer is facing criminal charges after an investigation prompted by the death of a dog at his business. Trevor Hunt, 39, was arrested for alleged drug crimes and other offenses after police responded to a call from a customer at K9 Kingdom around 1:30 p.m. on July 12, authorities said. ...
Giants News: John Mara urged Joe Schoen to prevent Saquon Barkley from joining Eagles
With the NY Giants edition of Hard Knocks taking center stage this summer, we're getting a behind-the-scenes look at how things went down for Joe Schoen and Co. Of course, a major topic of conversation has been the negotiations with running back Saquon Barkley. In Episode 2, things ended with...
Hop water, matcha, and prix-fixe menus
This week, Pat Cobe, senior menu editor at Restaurant Business, shared her take on Blank Street’s summer matcha drinks and the escalating price of lobster rolls, while Bret Thorn, senior food & beverage editor of Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality, recounted his visit to Philadelphia to dine at Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant and Zahav, chef Michael Solomonov’s Israeli restaurant.
Joe Bryant, former NBA player and Kobe’s father, dies at 69
Joe “Jellybean” Bryant has died at 69. The former NBA player and overseas pro produced one of the greatest players to ever grace a court with son Kobe Bryant. Joe played 606 games in the NBA for the 76ers, Clippers and Rockets. He played for eight seasons in Italy. His pro stints allowed Kobe to grow up and play in Philadelphia and Italy. Joe went on to coach for several seasons after his playing years at his alma mater of La Salle University in Philadelphia and in places around the world, like Thailand.
End of Days or Just Weird? Amid Heat wave, Snow is Recorded At Philadelphia Airport
The National Weather Service recorded an interesting weather pattern over the weekend at Philadelphia International Airport; trace amounts of snow, in the middle of a heatwave in July. Suggested Reading. Hospitality Group Claps Back at Detroit Man Who Sued Them For Hiring Him Under a 'White Name'. When you’re flying,...
Louis Albertrani, Trainer of Champion Artax, Dies at 67
Retired trainer Louis Albertrani, who conditioned 1999 champion sprinter Artax, died July 13 at his home in New Castle, Del., at the age of 67. Albertrani's brother Tom, also a retired trainer, said the cause of death appeared to be a heart attack. "It was a sudden passing, one that...
Heat Warning Continues for City of Wilmington
City spray parks and pools are open; William “Hicks” Anderson Community Center and other sites listed in this news release are available as cooling stations. An Excessive Heat Warning for the City of Wilmington and parts of northern Delaware will continue until 8:00 p.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, July 17, according to the National Weather Service. Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 109° Fahrenheit (42.7° C) may be experienced during this time, so residents are urged to take precautions.
Philadelphia Drivers Brace for Delays as I-95 CAP Project Narrows Columbus Boulevard
Commuters in Philadelphia should prepare for jams and delays as the I-95 CAP construction project at Penn’s Landing progresses, leading to new traffic restrictions that began yesterday. According to FOX 29, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that southbound Columbus Boulevard will be reduced to a single lane. This contraction in the arterial thoroughfare, a preparatory step for the $329 million park project between Old City and the Delaware River waterfront, is expected to last until mid-2025.
8-Year NBA Forward Joe Bryant Dies at 69
Former NBA forward Joe Bryant, nicknamed “Jellybean,” has reportedly passed away at the age of 69 due to “a massive stroke,” according to Mike Sielski of The Philadelphia Inquirer. News of Bryant’s death comes over four years after the tragic death of his son, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.
PG: Lil Dicky's pitch 'sold me' on joining 76ers
Rapper Lil Dicky played a big role in helping the Philadelphia 76ers land Paul George in free agency. On the latest episode of his podcast, George discussed the 76ers' pitch video to him and how Lil Dicky's remarks in it about saving money helped convince him to join the team.
Former NBA player Joe “Jellybean” Bryant has passed away
Former NBA player Joe “Jellybean” Bryant has passed away. He was 69. An official cause of death has not been determined yet. However, People.com is reporting that Bryant passed away following a massive stroke. Bryant is the father of NBA Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant. The Los Angeles...
Man sentenced for shooting, killing Temple student Sam Collington in 2021
A 19-year-old man was sentenced for shooting and killing a 21-year-old Temple University student in 2021. Léelo en español aquí. On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, a judge sentenced Latif Williams, 19, to 25 to 50 years in prison for the murder of Samuel Collington as well as a separate carjacking that occurred ten days before Collington's death.
500-bed nursing home seeks zoning relief in Lafayette Hill
On the July 31st agenda for the Whitemarsh Township Zoning Hearing Board is a request for an special exception to allow a 500-bed nursing home at 717 Ridge Pike in Lafayette Hill (Whitemarsh Township). The proposed building would be three stories. The 14.04 acre property has been in the same...
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