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The Mann’s Historic Partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra to Be on Full Display July 24-27
When The Philadelphia Orchestra returns to the Mann Center for the Performing Arts for the second week of its summer residency in Fairmount Park, it will celebrate 100 years of legendary composer George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” The performance on Wednesday, July 24, will also feature American jazz artists, the Marcus Roberts Trio – and it won’t be the first time Mann audiences will hear world-class orchestral and jazz musicians in concert with one another.
Eagles Expected To Place Rookie DB Cooper DeJean On NFI List
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Eagles are expected to place second-round DB Cooper DeJean on the active/non-football injury list for the start of training camp. According to Fowler, DeJean is expected to miss three weeks with a hamstring injury. The Eagles are reportedly confident in a quick recovery...
Saquon Barkley reveals why he was 'fed up' with Giants
Running back Saquon Barkley decided to jump sides in the NFC East this offseason, joining the Eagles following six years with the Giants.In May, the former No. 2 overall pick made it seem like New York never offered him a new deal before signing his three-year, $37.75 million contract with Philadelphia."Let me educate some of you fans here...I can't bail or become a traitor if I never got an offer to come back," Barkley posted on platform X. "So I went to the organization I felt that was the best and after already being here for a month man I'm...
Briere: Flyers 'never thought' Michkov would arrive early
Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Briere admitted top prospect Matvei Michkov's early arrival was never part of the team's plan. "When we drafted (Michkov) last year, we never thought this would happen," Briere said Wednesday at Michkov's introductory press conference. "Part of the reason why he fell to us, 'cause he would've gone a lot earlier, we knew that. We felt we were in a position to wait the three years for him to come, so to have this opportunity is amazing."
Meridian Bank Shares Latest Successes, Updates in Its 20th Anniversary 2023 Annual Report
Meridian Bank released its 20th Anniversary 2023 Annual Report, sharing the Bank's progress and successes throughout the year. Meridian Bank recently released its 20th Anniversary 2023 Annual Report in which Chairman and CEO, Christopher Annas, shared the Bank’s progress and successes throughout the year. Referencing the Bank’s primary business...
The only players Phillies should trade Aidan Miller for at the deadline
The Philadelphia Phillies have their eyes on some of the biggest prizes as we inch closer to the trade deadline. But for them to acquire these top end talents, they would need to include one of their top prospects, infielder Aidan Miller. Miller, 20, is slashing .256/.377/.417 in his professional...
Journey and Def Leppard 3 concerts in Pa. this week: Where to buy tickets
Journey and Def Leppard will perform three concerts in Pa. this week including Thursday in Hershey. The bands will perform along with the Steve Miller Band, tonight in Philadelphia; Thursday in Hershey; and Saturday in Pittsburgh. Here are the details and where to buy tickets:. 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 23,...
Cooper Chairman Announces Vision for Growth in Cape May and Atlantic Counties
Just two weeks after Cooper University Health Care acquired Cape Regional Health System, Cooper Chairman George E. Norcross III announced last week his long-term vision for an expansion in Cape May and Atlantic counties. The announcement, made on the Harry Hurley radio show, comes just days after U.S. News & World Report announced that Cooper University Hospital in Camden had been named one of the nation’s top regional hospitals for the fourth year in a row and the highest-ranking hospital in South Jersey.
Bethlehem restaurant closing due to ‘economic climate,’ thanks customers
After roughly a decade of operation, HandHeldz restaurant in Bethlehem will close Saturday. “We hope to see you one last time before we close our doors,” a Tuesday Facebook post stated. Located at 518 E. Third St., the restaurant will close because “the current economic climate has made it increasingly challenging for a small family business like ours to continue,” the Facebook post said. “We ...
Phillies looking at ‘rotation upgrades’ with two names ‘discussed’
With one week until the Major League Baseball trade deadline, the Phillies could be shifting their focus to their starting rotation according to Jon Morosi from the MLB Network. As Morosi points out, the Phillies are looking at rotation upgrades and he lists two names, White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet...
Man accused of fleeing from police after officers called to investigate assault call
EASTON, Pa. -- Authorities in Northampton Co. are investigating a reported aggravated assault and resisting of police. A media release from officials says on July 12 police were called to the 1300 block of Jefferson St. in Hellertown for a reported domestic situation. Authorities say when officers arrived they spoke...
New Jersey's plan to convince Sixers to relocate is ‘real'
Last week, ROI-NJ reported that the state of New Jersey is "making a serious push" to convince the 76ers to relocate to New Jersey and into a new arena in Camden. The report noted that New Jersey government officials began their pursuit of the NBA franchise in part due to the Sixers ownership hitting "repeated roadblocks" in their efforts to build a new arena in Philadelphia. On Monday, New Jersey governor Phil Murphy confirmed that talks of the Sixers coming to his state are "real" and not just rumors. Murphy cited New Jersey's strong relationship with Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment...
These Popular Takeout Windows in Philadelphia Are Guaranteed Not to Disappoint
Philadelphia is filled with a number of takeout windows that are just about guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. Whether you are in the mood for fried chicken sandwiches, cheesesteaks, donuts, or ice cream, Philadelphia is full of takeout windows that are guaranteed to satisfy your craving while providing fast service, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine.
Wells Fargo planning to drop name from South Philadelphia sports arena
Wells Fargo says it will be taking its name off the South Philadelphia sports arena next year when its contract expires."Wells Fargo regularly reviews and adjusts our overall sponsorship strategy. As such, we have made the business decision not to renew the naming rights contract to Wells Fargo Center," a spokesperson said in a statement.The center, which holds 21,000 people, is owned by Comcast Spectacor and is home to the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers.Since opening in 1996, there have been several name changes over the years including CoreStates Center (1996 to 1998), First Union Center (1998 to 2003), Wachovia Center...
Comcast-Spectacor Issues Statement in Response to Sixers + New Jersey Rumors
In response to recent reporting about the Sixers and New Jersey, Comcast-Spectacor Chairman and CEO Dan Hilferty shared the following statement:. “We firmly believe that the best outcome for our fans and the community is the 76ers and Comcast-Spectacor, united and based in South Philadelphia. To that end, we continue...
Eagles rookie Cooper Dejean to miss three weeks with hamstring injury
The Philadelphia Eagles will be without one of their talented rookies for the start of training camp. Defensive back Cooper Dejean will miss three weeks due to a hamstring injury, ESPN reported Tuesday. The 40th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft suffered the injury during offseason training, according to the report.
Pickup truck stolen in New Philly turns up in old Philly
NEW PHILADELPHIA – State Police at Frackville are investigating a vehicle theft in New Philadelphia, and the investigation led to the original Philadelphia. Troopers said they were called to a home on Water Street in New Philadelphia after a 2009 Honda Ridgeline was swiped from a home in the early morning hours of July 21.
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