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Several South Philly blocks shut down after woman suffers graze wound to stomach, police say
A woman in her 70s is recovering in the hospital after suffering a graze wound to the stomach Thursday, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. The incident happened just before 5 p.m. on July 25, 2024, on the 1200 block of Porter Street in South Philadelphia, police said.
Grading LSU football prior to the start of fall camp
One week out from the start of fall camp, it's time to ramp up the "on-the-field" talk as the Tigers begin prep for the 2024 season. As you know, I do grades weekly during the season, so we kick things off with a pre-fall camp edition of grades. Offense: B+
Paving planned for roundabout project in Doylestown Township
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that paving will occur next week on Easton Road under a $3.9 million project to improve safety by constructing two roundabouts at the intersection of Easton Road and New Britain Road/Sauerman Road in Doylestown Township. Motorists are advised of the following travel...
Hottest day ever, Apple Pay on SEPTA, Gritty & Green on EcoWURD & more
Here’s the latest sustainability news this week. Monday set a new record as the hottest day ever globally, surpassing the previous day’s record, according to the European climate service Copernicus. The global average temperature reached 17.15°C (62.87°F). Climate scientists say this could be the warmest it’s been in 120,000 years due to human-caused climate change. Philadelphia Inquirer.
Peace & Play at Ferko Playground
The Block Gives Back on Saturday held its annual Peace & Play Day at Ferko Playground, 1101 E. Cayuga St. The day included a DJ, vendors, inflatables, games, volleyball, football, face painting, food trucks, HIV testing by Penn’s Perelman School of Medicine, a visit by a fire engine and a watermelon-eating contest judged by City Councilwoman Quetcy Lozada.
Bad Gas at Richboro, PA Wawa Gas Station Damages Dozens of Cars
Beware. If you stopped to get gas at a certain Bucks County, PA gas station recently you may be in for some car trouble and a big 'ole mechanic's bill. Locals have been experiencing car trouble after getting gas at Wawa in Richboro. NBC 10 Philadelphia is reporting some locals...
Video shows gunman fire at person riding motorized scooter on Philadelphia street
PHILADELPHIA - Disturbing surveillance video shared by police in Philadelphia shows a masked gunman brazenly opening fire on a person riding a motorized scooter. Authorities say the shooting happened last Saturday near the intersection of Diamond and 21st streets. The gunman, dressed in dark clothing, is seen walking towards a...
SCORE Celebrates 60th Anniversary With Regional Pitch Competition
Small business owners will have an opportunity to pitch their product or service ideas to a panel of experts at a SCORE 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition. Are you ready to take your product or service to the next level?. This summer, be a part of SCORE’s 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition...
Maria Hosein • Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School
Maria Hosein has held several roles at PA Cyber during the last 18 years. For the past decade, she has been a third grade educator. As a blended classroom teacher, her students engage in a mix of live and self-paced instruction. She uses various interventions based on students’ individual diagnostics...
Three-star Philly native Jake West updates recruitment
By SAM LANCE & CHARLIE PARENT Jake West, a top-200 recruit in the class of 2025, was the X-Factor for Team Final during the Nike EYBL Peach Jam last week, averaging 11 points, 3.4 assists and 3 rebounds en route to a 7-3 record. The 6-foot-2 guard out of William Penn Charter in Philadelphia led his team in assists and was second in points, only behind five-star backcourt mate Jerry Easter. He has a unique game: doing the dirty work for his team, hitting big shots when needed and has a nice playmaking ability. “I’m a competitor,” he told ZAGSBLOG. “I make my teammates better, hit shots [and] just [do] anything to win a basketball game. I’m a winner, so anything that does that, I’m going to do it.” He’s worked on getting physically stronger this summer, and has proven that with multiple finishes through contact at Peach Jam. West is hearing from a whole host of schools as of late, previously taking visits to Penn State, West Virginia and Providence, while looking to setup trips to new schools involved like Coastal Carolina. Alabama, Purdue, Virginia, Florida, Siena and Buffalo have reached out as well. He aims to setup official visits with West Virginia, Providence and Coastal Carolina thus far, with those potential trips being further in the works then others, and dates could come in the next few days. West broke down his options to ZAGSBLOG: WVU: “The way Coach [Darian] DeVries and their coaches preach playing hard, and that’s what I like to do, I play really hard. I went out to one of their practices, and they competed [for] all [the] hour they had. They didn’t complain or anything, so I really like that.” Penn State: “The coaching staff is really cool. They welcomed me right when I got on my visit, everybody was there, so that was pretty cool to see.” Providence: “I think just the school [is the biggest appeal]. When I went up there it was really cool. It’s a small school but the program is really good. [They’re in the] Big East, and they have nice facilities, so I really like that.” Coastal Carolina: “I think just the way that they recruit me. Every coach, I feel like I get a call from them everyday. So they’re really into me and I know the whole staff already which is kind of cool. They seem like they’re really interested in me and they want me to be there.” Purdue: “I talked to them after DMV Live with my high school. They like the way I compete, and that’s what I want to do at the next level. [They see me like] Braeden Smith: just competing and always giving it my all.” Charlotte: “Coach [Aaron] Fearne, he really likes my game. I like the way that he likes my game because he shows me my feel for the game and the way I compete. He really likes that stuff about me. So he’s been talking to me a lot, and I’m really appreciative of that.” Alabama: “They’re a really historic program. They’ve been in deep runs in the tournament. I know a couple guys that have gone there. I think just the coach, Nate Oats, who’s there now is a really good coach, and I think, hopefully, I hear more from him.” Florida: “Coach [Kevin] Hovde hit me up. I think with Florida, I just like where it is. Florida [is] an amazing place. The SEC is a great conference too, and they’re a great program.” Siena: “They’ve shown love to me since the start. Coach G-Mac [Gerry McNamara], is an amazing guy. [Him and] the staff don’t miss any of my games, so I think that’s really important to me. They really want me and they really want to recruit me.” Buffalo: “Coach [Hamlet] Tibbs has been at most of my games and he’s always checking in during the week, so I’m appreciative of them.” Follow Charlie on Twitter Follow Adam Zagoria on Twitter Follow ZAGSBLOGHoops on Instagram And Like ZAGS on Facebook.
$3,000 Dura-Pack Sustainability Initiative Award Scholarship Due: 8/1
Background: Dura-Pack believes everyone plays a role in protecting the environment. This scholarship aims to support students committed to socially and environmentally responsible practices with a $3,000 award. Eligibility:. 🎓 Open to students entering or enrolled in an accredited college or university. Requirements: 📝 Submit an essay in response...
Authorities identify victims of fatal plane crash near the site of an air show in Wisconsin
NEKIMI, Wis. (AP) — A Pennsylvania man and a man from New York have been preliminarily identified as the victims of a fatal plane crash near the site of an airshow in eastern Wisconsin. The bodies of Sean Tommervik, 37, of Philadelphia, and James G. Sullivan, 32, of Brooklyn,...
Temple architecture students develop designs for Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
On a muggy June morning in Temple Ambler’s Innovation Studio, Tyler architecture students and faculty worked together to organize hundreds of intricately shaped wood components fabricated at Main Campus before laminating, staining, sealing and finally assembling the pieces on the campus grounds. In this summer studio, the students were...
Jalen Hurts Donates $200K To Philadelphia Schools For Air Conditioning Units
“Philadelphia has given me so much, and I'm excited to give back to the community in a way that supports our future leaders." Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts recently donated $200,000 to schools in Philadelphia to equip them with air conditioning units, according to NBC Philadelphia. The money will be...
Top 25 Countdown Presented by Pizza Hut: No. 4 Cathedral Prep Rallies in Closing Minutes, Wins PIAA Boys Soccer Crown on Golden Goal
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. – When Springfield Township scored a goal with 5:52 to play to take a 2-1 lead over Cathedral Prep in the PIAA Class 3A boys’ soccer title game, no one would have blamed Rambler fans for thinking their hopes for a title were dashed. After all,...
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