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PSPCA launches first Pittie Fest with $5 adoption fees for Pitbulls
Danville, Montour Co. — The PSPCA are gearing up for their first ever Pittie Fest with special adoption fees. Adoption fees for all classic Pitbulls of all sizes and ages will be set at five dollars starting July 16th and ending on August 11th at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters, Danville and Lancaster locations.
Lottery warning to urgently check numbers as $1m jackpot still unclaimed after win – it was sold at a grocery store
ONE fortunate individual has won a $1 million jackpot after buying a ticket at a grocery store, but their identity is unknown and the money remains unclaimed. Lottery officials are urging people to check the numbers on their tickets in a bid to try and find the lucky winner. The...
'I will die if I wait': Inside a mom's long, traumatic road to recovery after she was pinned by vehicle
FISHTOWN - A Fishtown mother of two nearly lost her life this past Memorial Day weekend after a driver hit and pinned her under a car. She is speaking out about her long road to recovery. "Terrifying. Scary," Sabrina Anwar stated, of her ordeal. It was at the intersection of...
Crumbl stores in the region are selling purple cookies inspired by Olivia Rodrigo ahead of her Philly concert
Pop star Olivia Rodrigo is playing a sold-out show at the Wells Fargo Center on Friday, and the highly anticipated arrival of her GUTS Tour is bringing along a sweet treat to the Philly region. Crumbl, a Utah-based dessert franchise known for its unique offerings, has partnered with Rodrigo on...
How Philadelphia first responders are taking extra precautions in extreme heat
With temperatures hovering near 100 degrees in many places, first responders are taking extra precautions to stay safe in the heat."We are trying to get through this heat," said Derek Bowmer, the assistant deputy fire commissioner for Philadelphia. "We're going to get through it because we will still respond."Firefighters have to wear 40 pounds worth of gear when they respond, and they know the dangers of overheating.On July 8, several buildings caught fire in Allentown, and six firefighters were taken to the hospital for heat-related injuries.With extreme temperatures, extra crews are called to emergency scenes to help the firefighters cool off, and the crews will be cycled out periodically."We bring in more resources when a fire happens," said Bowmer. "They provide cold towels, juice, water, Gatorade, to get us back."Get the latest AccuWeather forecast visit: 6abc.com/weather.
Plans for a permanent solution to flooding in Philadelphia's Eastwick section face setback
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – As Eastwick, a Southwest Philadelphia community, prepares to receive more than $2 million in federal funding to build temporary flood barriers, the process of searching for a more permanent solution continues.One of those potential long-term solutions is a levee, an earthen embankment, that would stretch along the same path as the temporary barriers.But Lt. Col. Jeffrey Beeman of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said their studies showed a levee could protect Eastwick, but it could also flood other areas."That levee resulted in 14 inches of induced flooding, which was unacceptable to everybody around the...
Police search for meat thieves who made off with $15,000 worth of beef
Police are investigating a rash of thefts and robberies across the city they say have targeted cargo trucks carrying meat. Investigators count nine such robberies and two attempts since June 26.
Ex-officer guilty of perjury, obstruction for role in wrongful murder conviction case
A jury convicted a former Philadelphia homicide detective for assaulting a suspect to obtain a confession and then lying about it in court.James Pitts was found guilty of obstruction and perjury on Tuesday.Pitts was accused of assaulting Obina Onyiah in 2010, which resulted in Onyiah confessing to a robbery and murder of William Glatz at a jewelry store, which he did not commit.Onyiah's conviction was vacated in 2021 after evidence showed he could not have committed the crime.Pitts is scheduled to be sentenced on October 4.According to the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office, this is the first time in the city's history that a Philadelphia detective has been found guilty of coercing a confession that led to the wrongful conviction of an innocent person."My administration will continue to seek evenhanded justice in all cases prosecuted by this office, regardless of the defendant, because no one is above the law," said DA Larry Krasner.
Man Accused of Stealing Cell Phones from Porch
A 22-year-old Philadelphia man is facing charges for allegedly stealing a package containing cell phones from the front porch of a home in Lower Saucon Township. A 22-year-old Philadelphia man is facing charges for allegedly stealing a package containing cell phones from the front porch of a home in Lower Saucon Township.
SEPTA officer helps lost passenger battling dementia reunite with family | Heroes on the Frontline
A ride on SEPTA went off-track when an elderly man battling dementia suddenly became disoriented at Broad and Olney streets.Despite his outdated identification, a quick-thinking transit officer turned to social media for help.In never-before-seen body cam footage, the officer tracks down his family for a heartwarming reunion."Are you okay sir?" the officer asked.On the mezzanine platform of the Olney Transportation Center in Philadelphia sat a disoriented Herbert Connelly."Are you looking to go home?" the officer can be heard asking Connelly."Yes," Connelly replied.The 87-year-old had gotten turned around while using public transportation.RELATED: Brothers in Blue save choking infant in Delaware County...
Philly city employees return to in-person work despite union pushback
PHILADELPHIA (TND) — City employees in Philadelphia began working in-person full time again on Monday. The workers returned to their offices after a trial court judge ruled against a union seeking to block Mayor Cherelle Parker’s order requiring in-person work. AFSCME District Council 47, which sued the Parker...
Local cheesemonger Jake Heller wins national Cheesemonger Invitational
PHILADELPHIA - Whether melted on cheesesteaks or stuffed into pierogies, Philadelphia is a city that loves its cheese. Now it has one more claim to fame as the home of the nation’s top cheesemonger. Jake Heller, 28, was crowned this year’s Cheesemonger Invitational champion last month, a feat he...
Philadelphia Zoo Summer Ale Festival Announces Beer, Music and Food Line-ups
Philadelphia Zoo is bringing more than 100 award-winning craft beers, ciders, hard iced teas, hard seltzers, local food trucks and live music to its 42-acre campus for the wildest festival of the season. Summer Ale Festival is the only beer celebration in the region where guests can visit animals like big cats, great apes and more. Summer Ale Festival is happening Saturday, July 20 from 7:00 – 10:00pm with taps closing at 9:30pm.
Vacant Community Hospital in Chester to become site of new affordable housing complex
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh awarded two organizations matching $750,000 grants to construct affordable housing projects within the city of Chester. Everest PACE...
ECU’s Erik Ritchie drafted by Phillies in 19th round of 2024 MLB Draft
ARLINGTON, Texas (WNCT) — ECU left-handed pitcher Erik Ritchie was drafted late in the 2024 MLB Draft Tuesday. Ritchie was taken in the 19th round by the Philadelphia Phillies. He rounds out a class of six players from the program drafted this year. Ritchie had 28 appearances in 2024 with four starts. He had a […]
'Harlem Lacrosse' helps students achieve goals on and off the field
Siena Childs fell in love with Lacrosse in high school, found success on the team at West Chester University, and now, is pursuing her ultimate goal of being a coach.She now inspires the next generation through the 'Harlem Lacrosse' program.The nonprofit has programs in five cities, including Philadelphia, Baltimore, Boston, Los Angeles, and New York. The Philadelphia program began in the Fall of 2017 with the help of the Live Like Blaine Foundation.This year's summer program in Philadelphia is taking place at Olney Field.To learn more about 'Harlem Lacrosse,' visit their website.RELATED: Lansdale student athlete prepares for USA Football's Junior International CupThis local athlete is putting her skills on a national stage while only being a rising sophomore in high school.
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