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Local director bringing traveling ‘Les Miserables’ to Academy of Music
When Brendan Stackhouse first got the theater itch he went, of all places, to the library. “I was bored one summer and so I started a little theater company out of one of the local Bucks County libraries,” said Stackhouse, who is on a much bigger stage as the director of the Broadway traveling edition of “Les Miserables,” which will hit Philadelphia’s Academy of Music Aug. 27-Sept. 8.
Plans for $450 million Pennsylvania laboratory complex unveiled
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Department of General Services (DGS) recently unveiled plans to construct a new $450 million joint laboratory complex in Harrisburg. According to DGS, the site plans they unveiled for the $450 million laboratory complex will provide state-of-the-art research and analysis facilities for four commonwealth agencies.
NOVA OPENS WITH LAFAYETTE NOV 4, THEN COLUMBIA BEFORE ST JOE!
Villanova will open the season against Lafayette on Monday, Nov. 4. The Wildcats host Columbia and NJIT later that week before opening Philadelphia Big Five competition at Saint Joseph’s on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Villanova hosts Big Five foe Penn on Tuesday, Nov. 19. The first of two neutral site...
Natural Lands in Media Buys Historic 10-Acre Villanova Estate
The historic Oakwell Estate is being sold to Natural Lands, based in Media, who plans to preserve the property, including up to 700 trees there. The Lower Merion School Board has agreed to sell the 10-acre Oakwell Estate in Villanova to Natural Lands, a conservation nonprofit based in Media, writes Frank Kimmel and Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Doylestown Native Pink Bungee Jumps Her Way onto Lincoln Financial Field Stage During Her Latest Philly Concert
Doylestown native Pink, was once again her unabashed, acrobatic, self during her latest concert at Lincoln Financial Field. Doylestown native Pink, was once again her unabashed, acrobatic, self during her latest concert at Lincoln Financial Field, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular singer started her latest P!NK’s...
New Experimental Drug at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic Aims to Extend Dogs’ Lives
A new experimental drug offered at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic aims to help dogs live longer and have better lives. A new experimental drug offered at Quakertown Veterinary Clinic aims to help dogs live longer and have better lives, report Stephanie Stahl and Nate Sylves for CBS News Philadelphia. The pill...
It’s Happening! M. Night Shyamalan’s Wynnewood Childhood Home Hits the Market
The Japanese-style childhood home of Academy Award-nominated director M. Night Shyamalan has hit the market in Wynnewood. The Japanese-style childhood home of director M. Night Shyamalan has hit the market in Wynnewood for $2.175 million, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Academy Award-nominated filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan...
Newtown Native Alex Cooper Inks Multimillion-Dollar Deal with SiriusXM
Newtown native Alex Cooper, the dynamic host of the popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, has signed a groundbreaking multiyear deal. Newtown native Alex Cooper, the dynamic host of the popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, has signed a groundbreaking multiyear deal with SiriusXM, reportedly valued between $100 million and $125 million, writes Todd Spangler for Variety.
Azie on Main in Villanova Center Closing After 15 Years
Azie on Main, a popular Asian Main Line restaurant in Villanova, is closing Sept. 22 following a decision by the landlord to convert the restaurant space to offices, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Restaurant owner, hospitality group Win Hospitality, is looking at options to relocate the restaurant, currently...
Here’s how communities in the Delaware Valley will mark International Overdose Awareness Day this year
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. On a recent Thursday afternoon, Ann Sardella took a drive to Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery in Springfield, Pennsylvania. Buried there is her son, Joseph “Joey” Sardella, who...
Soccer Six Rival Temple to Host Wildcats Sunday Night
Villanova will play its first road contest of the 2024 regular season when it visits Philly Soccer Six rival Temple Sunday night in Philadelphia (7 p.m./ESPN +). The Wildcats played St. Peter's to a 2-2 draw in their season opener Thursday at the Higgins Soccer Complex. Jordan Canica and Jorge Garcia scored the goals for Villanova.
This Bucks County Inn is One of the Oldest in the Entire Country. Read to Learn More
The inn was opened almost 100 years before the official founding of the country. One of the oldest bars in the entire country is located in Bucks County, and it has been a popular destination for centuries. Jordan Litchfield wrote about the establishment for Newsbreak. The King George II Inn,...
McAdam Financial Celebrated as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA — McAdam Financial has been honored as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by The Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 15th among small workplaces. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to creating a supportive and thriving work environment, as determined by employee feedback collected through an Energage LLC survey.
Jason Kelce stars in commercial with wife Kylie ahead of NFL season with retired Eagles icon’s ‘Sunday ritual’ revealed
PHILADELPHIA Eagles legend Jason Kelce and his wife, Kylie, have been part of a commercial for the upcoming NFL season. The Kelces appeared in an advertisement for YouTube TV’s NFL Sunday Ticket. The 30-second ad began with Jason Kelce speaking about his past NFL routine. “For the last 13 years, I’ve had the same game-day […]
School supplies for kids, thanks to M&T
M&T Bank held a back-to-school drive at its branch at 6500 Castor Ave. (at Hellerman Street). State Rep. Anthony Bellmon was among those in attendance. - Advertisement - This event provided supplies for 400 students ahead of the new school year, as well as a bounce house, DJ, snacks, games and resource tables.
Bruce Springsteen, during second night in Philly, talks about last year's illness
Bruce Springsteen is feeling better, thank you. The Boss and the E Street Band delivered a rafter-shaking three-hour concert Friday, Aug. 23 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. This time a year ago, he wasn’t doing so well and was scheduled to play in Philly with the E Street Band. ...
Northampton Begins Their 2024 Campaign With A Victory Over Pennsbury
Tagged under: District 1, District 11, Gameday Hub, News. Northampton- In their home opener for 2024, The Konkrete Kids left little doubt as they cruised to a 24-2 victory over the visiting Falcons of Pennsbury from District 1. Stifled by a barrage of turnovers, Pennsbury could never overcome their mistakes,...
Action Park survivor stories shared live at upcoming NJ event
If you grew up in the '80’s you either visited Action Park or you certainly knew of its dark reputation for reckless abandon. It was an amusement park in Vernon where you were in charge of the rides and no one was in charge of the safety. It launched...
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