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8-year-old kidney donation recipient competes in Transplant Games
When he was 3 years old, Brandon Leathers of Coopersburg received the Gift of Life. And with that gift, he is making his family proud with his positive outlook and athletic abilities.Earlier this month, he joined the Philadelphia Gift of Life Team, which headed to Birmingham, AL to compete in the 2024 Transplant Games of America.Leathers scored second place in the cornhole competition, and also competed in other sports like darts and bowling.Now at the age of 8, Leathers has rejoined the list of people who require an organ donation. He will eventually need another new kidney.To learn more about the Gift of Life Donor Program and how to get involved, visit their website.RELATED: The Ahmad Butler Foundation donates laptops to children's hospital patientsThe Ahmad Butler Foundation donates laptops to area hospitals so children can get reconnected with education and entertainment.
Victim, Suspect Exchange Gunfire During Philadelphia Robbery: Police
The 26-year-old victim was on the 1200 block of North 41st Street when the suspects tried to rob him around 9:10 p.m., authorities said. In the exchange of gunfire that followed, the victim was shot in the chest and one 16-year-old suspect was shot multiple times throughout the body, PPD said. Both were taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in critical condition, according to police.
New restaurant planned for Whitemarsh Valley Inn building in Lafayette Hill
The former home of the Whitemarsh Valley Inn at 474 Germantown Pike in Lafayette Hill (Whitemarsh Township) has been rented. We have limited details at this time. According to Scott Mayer of Long & Foster who represented the property owner, the plan is for an Asian-fusion restaurant and the building is preparing to undergo renovations inside and out.
Pa. sports radio host apologizes first day back on the job
A mainstay in Philadelphia, Pa., broadcasting was banned from a baseball game — and suspended from his broadcasting job — a few weeks ago due to a reported “unwanted advance” on an employee at a baseball stadium. The host has since returned to his job, and...
State Police Arrest Man for Felony Theft from Wilmington 7-11
Delaware State Police arrested 37-year-old Christopher Crouch of Wilmington, Delaware, for a theft that occurred earlier this month at a 7-11 in Wilmington. On July 17, 2024, a trooper was dispatched to 7-11, located at 4865 Governor Printz Boulevard, Wilmington, for a report of a theft that occurred earlier that month. The investigation revealed that on July 7, 2024, a 7-11 employee, identified as Christopher Crouch, removed over $10,000 from the store’s safe. Crouch then placed approximately 33 counterfeit $100 bills in the safe before he left the store with the authentic money.
Montclair History Center’s Historic YWCA Named New Jersey Black Heritage Site
Montclair History Center’s (MHC) Crane House and Historic YWCA museum is one of 32 sites to be named a New Jersey Black Heritage Site by the New Jersey Historical Commission (NJHC) in its inaugural round of markers. With locations across the state, the Black Heritage Trail was signed into...
Leagues Cup: Philadelphia Union vs Charlotte FC 1-0
The Leagues Cup kicked off on Saturday, July 27th at Subaru Park when the Union took on Charlotte FC. José Martínez started the game with a yellow card prior to kickoff for dissent. He along with other players on the team were told by the referee to remove their wedding bands. In the past, the team used taped over their bands and were able to play. Later, Kai Wagner saw one of the Charlotte FC players with his band on and alerted the referee. It did not appear to be a concern of the referee. A new addition to the team, Samuel Adeniran, made his first start for the team and almost scored in the first half. His presence on the field and ability to integrate into the Union’s system made him look like a veteran Union player. Registering his first League Cup goal, Tai Baribo helped the Union take the lead in the 33rd minute. In additional to yellow card issued to José Martínez, players Tyger Smalls (60’), Dániel Gazdag (68’) and Captain Alejandro Bedoya (75’) were also given yellow cards in the game. Andre Blake was in the net and registered the 2nd clean sheet of his Leagues Cup career.
Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival Runs August 9-18
The Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival is celebrating 10 years."Our mission is to create a platform for women, nonbinary artists, femme-identifying artists in Philadelphia to uplift and tell their stories," says Glynnis Nadelbaum, Artistic Director of the Philadelphia Women's Theatre Festival. "We're really celebrating everything that we've accomplished."This year the festival spans 10 days. Chosen writers live within an hour of Center City in Philadelphia.Nadelbaum says the focus was to find pieces empowering women.Playwright Brie Knight returns with her play, Pancake Queen."This play is about and for Nancy Green," says Knight. "The first woman to portray the marketing icon that we...
Former Big Run Man Accused of Animal Cruelty Faces Hearing on Wednesday
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) — A former Big Run resident who is charged with animal cruelty after several dead animals were found on his property is due in court Wednesday. According to court documents, a preliminary hearing for 68-year-old John T. Benko, of Philadelphia and formerly of Big Run, is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 31, with District Judge David B. Inzana’s presiding.
Mullica Hill Calendar from Aug. 7 to Aug. 14
Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Wednesday Aug. 7: Environmental Commission Meeting at the Harrison Township Municipal Building at 7 p.m. Saturday Aug. 10: Main Street Market along Main Street from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Richwood...
Mantua Calendar from Aug. 7 to Aug. 14
Events are subject to cancellation. Check in with the organizer’s website and social media for news and updates. Monday Aug. 5 to Friday Aug. 9: Trash Bulk Pick Up. Saturday Aug. 10: Car Seat Safety Technicians at Sewell Fire House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Convenience Center Drop Off at the Public Works Garage from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Powering Our Future: A Clean Energy Vision for Philadelphia
Today announced the publication of Powering Our Future: A Clean Energy Vision for Philadelphia. The report lays out short- and long-term goals for meeting the City’s commitments to fighting climate change and potential strategies for achieving those goals. This publication follows a draft released last November for public comment. The report's final version incorporates feedback from residents, advocates, and issue experts.
Atlantic City Jitney Fares Are About to Go Up
It will cost you more to get around in Atlantic City via jitney beginning on Monday 12. The price to ride a jitney in Atlantic City will go up to $3.00 on Aug 12, an increase of 50 cents a fare. Frequent ride tickets will increase to $2.25 from $2.00.
Gov. Ed Rendell is Living with Parkinson’s Disease
Former Philadelphia Mayor and Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell announces he had been diagnosed Nine years ago with Parkinson's disease. The 80-year-old Rendell revealed the news at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and representatives from the University of Pennsylvania as part of a public service message to urge people who believe they have signs or symptoms to get clinically diagnosed and find treatment early on.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #0, DB Duce Chestnut
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: Duce Chestnut. Position: Defensive Back.
Morgan Properties Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Eleven Multifamily Communities Across Philadelphia and Pittsburgh Markets
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA - Morgan Properties, the nation’s largest private owner of multifamily communities, announced that it has acquired an 11-property portfolio of apartments located throughout the state of Pennsylvania from the original developer and owner – The DePaul Management Company. Totaling 3,434 units in the suburbs of Philadelphia...
Shooting sparks investigation into illegal speakeasy operation in Southwest Philadelphia
A shooting in Southwest Philadelphia has sparked an investigation into an illegal speakeasy. However, local Liberians call it a community center.Crime tape blocked off a line of trailers parked in a grassy lot off 60th Street and Lindbergh Boulevard after a 37-year-old man was shot in the back at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday.He is said to be in stable condition.Local Liberians tell Action News they were celebrating Liberian Independence Day when the shooting allegedly happened in a nearby alley.Jeffrey Harmon walked Action News through what appears to be a makeshift outdoor area under a canopy of trees.He says the area...
Guests experience the best night of the summer at annual Best of the Main Line Party
UPPER DARBY— In what has become a summer tradition across the region, the 27th annual Best of the Main Line & Western Suburbs Party seemed to be another rousing success Thursday, as hundreds of guests poured into Drexelbrook Catering & Special Events Center in Drexel Hill to experience some of the area’s best food, products and services.
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