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Italian family celebrates 50 years of formal wear in Montgomery County
Caterina Laguda and her late husband, Tony, immigrated to the United States from Italy with a dream.Tony was a masterful tailor, and together, they opened 'Tony Laguda Formal Wear,' which is celebrating its 50th anniversary today.Caterina and her sons continue to operate the business, serving the Montgomery County community for weddings, proms, and more.The family invited friends, customers, and other local business owners to celebrate in their store today with coffee, cake, and traditional Italian desserts.To learn more about Tony Laguda Formal Wear, watch the video above and visit their Facebook page.RELATED: Dozens become U.S. citizens aboard Battleship New Jersey during special ceremony
Shocking Revelation About NJ’s Most Beloved Ice Cream Truck Revealed
When I was a kid, it wasn't summer until Mr. Softee started coming around. The ice cream truck meant our best days were ahead of us. Once we heard that song, it was like the neighborhood came alive again. Whenever I hear the Mr. Softee theme song even to this day, core childhood memories are unlocked.
Harrisburg Mayor speaks after Fourth of July incidents: ‘Time for the parents in Harrisburg to take charge’
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams spoke strongly at a press conference Friday addressing the safety concerns at the Fourth of July event that led to the premature end of the city’s massive fireworks show. Three guns, one being a BB gun and the other being a pistol that could become fully automatic […]
Cheyney Has Accreditation Reaffirmed and Probation Status Removed
Cheyney University has had its accreditation reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Cheyney University has had its accreditation reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is no longer on probation, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Cheyney, the oldest historically Black college or...
Philadelphia area residents return home from Jamaica after Hurricane Beryl
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Some Philadelphia area residents are returning home from Jamaica for the first time since Hurricane Beryl hit the Caribbean island on Wednesday. Makeda Redmond says she was staying at a resort in Negril when the Category 4 storm hit. It also happened to be on her birthday."It was terrifying," Redmond said. "On top of family from here sending me pictures because they were worried about me but I was scared too."But Redmond says she was fortunate to be an area that was spared from experiencing significant damage.The same can't be said for other parts of the country....
Excessive heat warning, feels-like temps as high as 108 in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Today's dangerous hot weather around the Philadelphia region has triggered an Excessive Heat Warning, which is the highest level of heat alert for all areas adjacent to the I-95 corridor and eastward. A Heat advisory is in effect for the Lehigh Valley and Berks County. All current alerts are through 8 p.m. tonight. What makes today different than yesterday is the heat index (feels-like temperature) which may reach 108 degrees. Highs in the mid 90's combined with dewpoints in the upper 70s will create a tropical feeling more like south Florida on an extremely hot day. This is...
Some fast facts about Philly’s worst heat waves
Heat waves are uncomfortable at best, and deadly at worst. And while they’re not new – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) records indicate some intense heat waves in the past 100 years — it seems that, in some places, climate change is making them more intense and more frequent.
HE’S QUESTIONABLE: Forsberg’s foot injury might keep him sidelined
Emil Forsberg hasn’t started a match for the Red Bulls in more than a month. (USA TODAY Sports) The Red Bulls have listed captain and midfielder Emil Forsberg as questionable for Saturday night’s match at the Philadelphia Union. Forsberg has been ailing with a foot injury since returning...
Block Gives Back, Boost Mobile feed the people
The Block Gives Back held its End of the Month Jawn on June 29 in the parking lot outside Boost Mobile, 3847 Aramingo Ave. The afternoon included music, free grilled cheeseburgers and hot dogs, soft pretzels, groceries, socks, water and ice pops. Boost Mobile sponsored the event, while McKenna’s Bar...
Excessive Heat Warning in Effect in Philadelphia Amid Searing Temperatures
Philadelphians are battening down in Mount Holly issues an Excessive Heat Warning in effect until 8 PM EDT this evening. With heat index values climbing up to 107 degrees, the city braces for what could be the peak of this simmering summer season, as reported by National Weather Service. Officials urge residents to take the warning seriously, as the combination of high temperatures and humidity is a recipe for health risks.
Walk for recovery aims to raise awareness about sober living
The road to recovery isn’t always easy, but Dylan McKinney is stepping up to not only share his recovery story, but also to raise awareness and funds to help his community. “If you are someone in recovery, you can’t help but feel a sense of gratitude and a sense that you want to help others […]
Trea Turner gave us another one of his classic smooth slides vs. Cubs
Trea Turner is the king of slides. You know this. MLB fans love when he slides into a base, and then pops up casually. The Philadelphia Phillies shortstop is just the smoothest. It happened again on July 4th, a perfect time to be smooth as heck. Turner was on his way home when a throw came in from center field. It was a close one, so he took the outside route, touched with his left hand, slid and popped up. Of course, he simply walked away as if it was nothing. Trea Turner. Smoothest guy there is. Check this out: 🚨Trea Turner cool slide alert pic.twitter.com/Lx2V6a0VGS — Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) July 4, 2024 Trea Turner slides remain as smooth as ever 😎 pic.twitter.com/HMAeivwULe — MLB (@MLB) July 4, 2024 More MLB!Diamondbacks announcer rightfully loses his mind at Christian Walker owning the DodgersTrent Grisham got rightfully booed by Yankees fans for the laziest effort on a grounder to centerReds beat Yankees in a classic national anthem standoff on July 4th
Disappointing Phillies prospect the biggest faller in MLB Pipeline Top 100 update
A new update of MLB Pipeline's Top 100 prospect rankings is now out, and the Philadelphia Phillies are well-represented on the list. Five players rank in the Top 100 prospects in baseball, including Andrew Painter (No. 19), Aidan Miller (No. 27), Justin Crawford (No. 55), Starlyn Caba (No. 88) and Mick Abel (No. 93).
Pennsylvania working on interstate licensing compacts
(The Center Square) – State government’s mission to attract and retain health care workers took another step forward Wednesday. Legislation that paves the way for Pennsylvania’s participation in interstate licensing compacts is headed to the governor this week after unanimous approval in the Senate. This means doctors, nurses, pharmacists, counselors, and many other medical professionals […]
New Pa. tuition-free cyber charter school hires leader, enrolling for 2024-25 school year
York, Pa. — Pennsylvania’s newest cyber charter school, Pennwood Cyber Charter School, has hired a new CEO ahead of the upcoming school year. According to a press release, Chris Moser will serve as Pennwood Cyber Carter School's CEO. Moser has a distinguished career in education with over 20 years of experience in K-12 education. “We are thrilled to welcome Chris Moser as the CEO; she impressed us with her dedication...
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