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Butler County voting case heads to state court
The case could standardize county rules when voters make errors in returning mail ballots. Voting rights groups are hoping the Commonwealth Court adds protections to mail-in voting ahead of the November election. The court is deciding whether to guarantee that voters can cast provisional ballots if they’ve made an error...
Philadelphia Rapper Ybcdul Who Went Viral For Digging Up His Enemy’s Grave Has Been Shot And Killed
Authorities in Philadelphia are looking into a shooting incident that resulted in the death of a well-known rapper in the Olney neighborhood. According to 6abc, the victim has been identified as Abdul Vicks, a prominent rapper who went by the name “YBC Dul” aka “Mr. disrespectful.” The news outlet reports that the gunfire was reported ... Read more
Vanessa Lynn Collections of Elkins Park: Custom candles, gift baskets, DIY classes and more
Atiya Wise, owner of Vanessa Lynn Collections (VLC) in Elkins Park, has turned a DIY candle-making hobby into a thriving business. Named in honor of Wise’s later mother, Vanessa, VLC first opened at 7900 High School Road in 2023 and offers greater Glenside a selection of gift items, including assorted knickknacks, holiday baskets, tasty treats, and plenty of stylish candles made by hand.
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. ...
Art Exhibit In Collaboration With New Musical HIDDEN Set for Gratz College
Jenny Heitler-Klevans, writer of the new musical “Hidden”, M7-Productions and Gratz College have announced the opening of "Revealing the Hidden: A Curated Exploration of Identity and Resilience," a meaningful art exhibit that will run from September 6 to September 22, 2024, in The Leona P. Kramer Gallery. This exhibit is set to accompany the world premiere of the highly anticipated musical "Hidden," created by Cheltenham residents David & Jenny Heitler-Klevans, and based on the true story of Ruth Kapp Hartz, a Jewish girl who was hidden in southern France during World War II, and now resides in Jenkintown.
Upper Dublin Wins Battle of Bethlehem Pike Over Wissahickon 38-21
Ambler- “The Battle of Bethlehem Pike” is a tradition that dates back to 1983 when the first “rivalry game” was held on Thanksgiving between Upper Dublin and Wissahickon. 2.3 miles separate the two schools so, these kids know each other. Upper Dublin’s head coach Bret Stover played in the game, and his Cardinal team won 20-7. Fast forward 41 years later and Coach Stover is in his 22nd season at the helm and delivered another Victory. The Cardinals started the ’24 campaign with a 38-21 victory and bragging rights until next season.
76ers Rumors: Must-watch wrinkle emerges as team finalizes tricky deal
The Philadelphia 76ers may have already passed the offseason test with flying colors, but that did not preclude the front office from seeking further ammunition ahead of the 2024-25 season. Just recently, the team added yet another hot name to the mix with training camp slowly creeping in. Guerschon Yabusele,...
Phillies activate Ranger Suárez, demote lefty reliever in pitching staff shuffle
Another piece of the puzzle has fallen into place for the Philadelphia Phillies. On Saturday, in a move that had been expected all week, the team announced that starting pitcher Ranger Suárez has been activated from the 15-day IL, finally. He will start for the Phillies against the Kansas City Royals in the second game of their series tonight.
Eagles Rumors: Tanner McKee named backup QB teams should pursue ahead of NFL regular season
In March, Philadelphia traded for the Steelers’ outcasted quarterback Kenny Pickett, giving the Eagles an experienced backup behind Jalen Hurts. The 2020 first-round pick started 24 games for Pittsburgh, throwing for 4,474 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions. Pickett entered training camp as the solidified QB2 despite Tanner McKee displaying flashes of brilliance dating back to last summer.
Gauthier Touts 911 Center Operators; PHA Buys Brith Sholom
Councilmember Jamie Gauthier met with press at the 911 call center at 400 North Broad Street to discuss improvements to the center’s operations and new benefits for its employees. Amongst the items touted by Gauthier included a 10% pay increase for dispatchers, which brings them near the salaries of...
Jury sides with Pennsylvania teacher in suit against district over Jan. 6 rally
A Pennsylvania school district violated a teacher’s constitutional rights by falsely suggesting he took part in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, a federal jury has concluded. After an 11-day trial, jurors found the Allentown School District retaliated against Jason Moorehead when it suspended him after the deadly insurrection in the nation’s capital and asserted he “was […]
Temple’s Class of 2028 is the most diverse in school’s history
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. On Temple University’s campus Friday, students and their families moved their belongings in carts to dorms like Temple Towers on Cecil B. Moore Ave. and the 27-story Morgan Hall on N. Broad Street.
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.
Only one Phillies player predicted to make All-MLB Team
When the Philadelphia Phillies had a franchise-record eight players representing the team at this year’s All-Star Game, it was a fine reflection of the impressive season that many of their players had been having. Not only were the stars doing what they do best, but even the surprising risers this season like Alec Bohm, Cristopher Sánchez and Matt Strahm were also doing their part.
Central Bucks Football: A Roundup of Scores from the Season Openers
DOYLESTOWN, PA—In week No. 1 of high school football, two of the three Central Bucks teams won their games, with the defending champion CB South Titans crushing their opponent in a 35-0 blowout. Here’s a roundup of this week’s games and scores. The CB South Titans beat the Archbishop Wood Vikings 35-0 in the team’s season and home opener. The Titans, who won last year’s PIAA District One Class 6A championship for the first time in the school’s history, scored four times in the second quarter. Quarterback Owen Pinkerton threw touchdowns on both of his first two...
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.
Photo Gallery: Springfield Delco vs Delco Christian
Springfield Delaware County boys soccer opened their 2024 season with a 2-0 win over defending Class A state champions Delaware County Christian on Friday morning at Springfield High School…. This content is for Monthly Membership, Annual Membership, and Two-Day Pass members only.
New Look Pats Open 2024 With A Stunner
NORRISTOWN – If you were to ask any player, coach, or fan what the biggest on-field issues with Carroll Football were last season, they’d probably all give you the same few answers; ‘offensive line,’ ‘stagnant offense,’ ‘flimsy defense,’ etc. So when the...
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