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Rob Thomson gets real about Phillies’ problems after dropping fourth straight series
The Philadelphia Phillies are the top team in baseball, but they haven’t been playing like it. The Phillies dropped their fourth straight series going back to before the All-Star break after Sunday’s 4-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians. The NL East leaders have lost eight of their last 12 games.
Jason Kelce Shows No Mercy To US Olympian After Bold Challenge
Unlike most sports in the United States, the NFL has very little representation in the Paris Olympics. Philadelphia Eagles icon Jason Kelce is one of the few ambassadors of America's favorite sport, but the six-time All-Pro center has made sure to leave his mark in whatever situation he has found ...
New developments in the fight against Alzheimer’s coming out during conference
An exciting time for research into Alzheimer’s. Scientists are sharing the latest results of drug and non-drug treatment trials, new methods for early detection, and illuminating data on risk factors at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Philadelphia. One key highlight is about the success of a blood...
On World Day Against Human Trafficking, FBI Philadelphia Says Exploitation Occurs in Our Backyards
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) Philadelphia Field Office is raising awareness about human trafficking, the several forms it takes, and resources for victims on the occasion of World Day Against Human Trafficking. The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is observed annually on July 30 to raise awareness about human trafficking and to promote and protect the rights of trafficking victims.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Human trafficking is defined as "the illegal exploitation of a person", in which traffickers use violence, manipulation, false promises of well-paying jobs or romantic relationships to exploit...
Review: SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL At Theatre In The Park
The final show of Theater In The Park’s 2024 outdoor season is a musical version of the 1992 film comedy “SISTER ACT.”. The 2010 musical version follows the film plotline closely but adds to the story and characters in a fairly substantial way that is to the benefit of the staged version. Added is an original score by Alan Menken with lyrics by Glenn Slater. The resulting show turns out to be an enjoyable if a little predictable rendition of the film. Happily, this cast is well chosen, well directed, and well-choreographed enough to make a summer evening fly on by.
Nehemiah Tabernacle, an “affirming church” in a Germantown home, builds community and inclusivity with hopes of expanding
From a young age, openly gay Pastor Omar Galloway knew he wanted to lead his own church, which he knew would be a welcoming, inclusive space where all people were respected. In 1992, he wrote a framework but “had to wait to see what was the perfect time,” Galloway told the Germantown Info Hub. He spent his time in ministerial training at another church while working as a full-service worker for a Philadelphia nursing home.
Phillies Ink Ryan Dromboski to Undrafted Free Agent Contract
PHILADELPHIA – Rising senior right-handed pitcher Ryan Dromboski became the latest member of the University of Pennsylvania baseball team to sign a professional contract, signing an undrafted free agent deal with the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday afternoon. Headlining his Penn career, Dromboski put together an impressive sophomore campaign in 2023, highlighted by him being named Ivy League Pitcher of the Year and a first-team All-Ivy selection after sporting a 7-3 record to go along with a 3.17 ERA in 13 starts, striking out 97 batters while walking 35. His performance also earned him second-team ABCA/Rawlings All-East Region honors while tying...
A 6-year Temple University Police veteran, K9 officer Chandler dies from medical condition
The Temple University Police Department on Sunday announced the death of K9 officer Chandler, a 10-year-old German shephard. Chandler was a six-year veteran of the force.
Red Bull’s inaugural greased pole challenge proves a slippery slope
Philadelphians have a thing about climbing greased poles. Whether it’s after a Super Bowl win, at the Italian Market festival, or just because, it’s ingrained in our city’s culture. This helps explain why Red Bull chose Philly to debut its Championship Run event, a variation of Red Bull’s Yagli Direk, which began in Turkey.
Hot Mic: Bryce Harper’s single-world reaction summarized the Phillies recent struggles perfectly
Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies are struggling to survive the Dog Days of Summer and just wrapped up their fourth series loss in a row, dropping 2-of-3 against the Cleveland Guardians over the weekend at Citizens Bank Park. With one out and Kyle Schwarber at first base in the...
Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Picks 2024 Hall of Fame Class
The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia has set its 2024 Hall of Fame Honorees and Person of the Year, all to be recognized at their annual gala. This year’s festivities will honor ten distinguished professionals from across radio and television. Distinguished radio names include former MLB pitcher and longtime Phillies...
Yellen says Harris would keep Biden's vow against middle-class US tax hikes
PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) -U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris would adhere to President Joe Biden's vow against raising taxes on middle-income Americans and helped formulate Biden-Harris administration proposals to raise taxes on the wealthy and on corporations, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Tuesday.
Toll increase coming for these Pa., N.J. bridges
Drivers who use the Delaware River Port Authority’s four bridges between New Jersey and Philadelphia will see a toll increase for the first time in 13 years, starting on Sept. 1. It’s been a good run of paying a $5 car toll to cross the Walt Whitman, Benjamin Franklin,...
S&T Bank Welcomes Peter G. Gurt to the Board of Directors
S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors, bringing 35+ years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement. S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors. With over 35 years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement, Gurt brings a wealth of strategic competency to S&T’s board.
Car owners won’t be billed if towed from East Elm and East Hector streets during paving
PennDOT recently started a milling and paving project along East Elm and East Hector streets between Fayette Street and Cedar Grove and Barren Hill roads in the Borough of Conshohocken and Whitemarsh Township. Signs were posted to not park in the work area and according to social media posts and...
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