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Philadelphia truck driver involved in rollover in S. Londonderry Twp. Wednesday, police
A 23-year-old Philadelphia truck driver suffered minimal injuries Wednesday after a tractor-trailer rollover, South Londonderry Township Police said. On July 24, police responded to the area of 1849 S. Forge Road for a single vehicle accident involving a tractor trailer. Andrew Bryce failed to negotiate a left curve roundabout between Hinkle and...
Amir Jones Wanted For West Philly Mass Shooting: Police
Amir Jones, 30, was last seen wearing camouflage shorts and a white T-shirt, authorities said in a release. The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on the 1200 block of North Alden Street in Carroll Park, PPD said previously. Three people were killed — 23-year-old Sekayi Robinson and brothers Akil and Rashie Jones, 33 and 29.
Philly woman with cerebral palsy helps others live independently
Michelle Pfeffer works at Inglis, a nonprofit which serves people with disabilities. Among its residents are Noni and Seville Lincoln, who met and got married there.All three of them have cerebral palsy, and yet each has forged a path to live independently.Watch the video above to see their stories in action.To learn more about how Inglis has served individuals with disabilities for 147 years and counting, visit their website.RELATED: Traumatic brain injury survivor dances down road to recoveryNatanya Sortland's life changed when she had a stroke and then a traumatic brain injury. The Mind Your Brain Foundation helped her recover.
Philly man responsible for DUI crash that took Wyncote Farms’ Nala Bloom’s life sentenced 3-6 years
Shaikan Pitts, 38, of Philadelphia, has been sentenced 3 to 6 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI, accidents involving death or personal injury while not properly licensed, DUI general impairment, speeding and reckless and careless driving in connection with the November 25, 2023, crash on Old York Road that killed 33-year-old Laishah “Nala” Kendra Holloman, the Pottstown Mercury reported.
$2,000 Growing up in the Family Restaurant Business Scholarship Due 8/1
Background: Growing up in a family restaurant teaches important skills like time management and adaptability. This scholarship helps students from restaurant families pursue their dreams despite financial challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. Eligibility:. 🎓 First-generation, BIPOC high school seniors or bachelor’s degree students. 🍽️ Grew up in a...
SEPTA Board considers $725M contract to buy new fleet of cars for Market-Frankford Line
The SEPTA Board is scheduled to vote on a $725 million contract to buy all new cars for the Market-Frankford Line that would hold more passengers and include designated bicycle spaces.
Update: Restored as of 12:30pm | Traffic lights malfunctioning along segment of Welsh Rd in Huntingdon Valley
Update: Police said the lights have been restored as of 12:30pm. The Lower Moreland Township Police Department announced this morning that several traffic signals are out along Welsh Road in Huntingdon Valley between Valley Road and Huntingdon Pike due to a power line issue. According to officials, PECO repair crews...
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society shows off green improvements in Nicetown-Tioga
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society showed off one of its most ambitious efforts on Wednesday. Environmental Protection Agency officials toured PHS’ Love Where You Live Greening Plan to make Nicetown-Tioga cleaner and safer.
With high school football a month away, the Mid-Penn Conference holds Media Day
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. — Players, coaches, and fans are ready. The high school football season begins just one month from Wednesday. Teams flocked to Cumberland Valley High School as the Mid-Penn Conference hosted Media Day for players and coaches. Teams from around Pennsylvania have been hard at work this offseason...
Cheer For These 35 Pennsylvania Athletes Representing Team USA At Paris Olympics
A whopping 35 athletes from Pennsylvania have qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. California is the state with the most Olympic qualifiers (138), followed by Florida (46), then Texas (42). The Olympics Opening Ceremony is...
Inheriting Presents: 'Settlement' by Ten Thousand Things with Shin Yu Pai
This week, we bring you a special bonus episode from our friends at the podcast Ten Thousand Things with Shin Yu Pai. Janet Lee, a freshman at Bryn Mawr, was heading home for Christmas break when she was detained by the police for alleged drug smuggling. Janet wasn't carrying any drugs. But the treatment she received from the Philadelphia police department and from her own community would change her life forever. In this episode, Ten Thousand Things explores the pain of being accused of being someone you are not and fighting to reclaim the story that sets the record straight.
Poll: Where in South Jersey do you get your chicken wings?
Well, National Chicken Wing Day is July 29. The average American will eat over 17,000 wings in their lifetime, according to the National Chicken Council. Most people eat at least seven chicken wings in a sitting. ...
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