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Cornerstone Kensington pharmacy set to close
There’s another drug crisis brewing in Kensington. This time, it is about legal drugs. Lifesaving drugs. Drugs for all the good people of the community. Friendly Pharmacy is slated to close its doors permanently at the end of the month. After 28 years on Front Street, the Kensington staple...
Defense attorneys for former Philly cop who shot and killed Eddie Irizarry ask to relocate murder trial to another county
Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial, charged with first-degree murder in the death of Eddie Irizarry last August, was in court Thursday morning. Defense attorneys want to relocate the trial to another county.
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Delco Thieves Made Off With Over $14K In Sunglasses, Troopers Say
State police in Delaware County are looking for two people in connection with a May 5 retail theft. The robbers stole about $14,300 in sunglasses from the LensCrafters at 539 Wilmington West Chester Pike in Glen Mills, troopers said in a release.They fled in a red or burgundy Honda Crosst…
Philly councilmember concerned about affordable housing project not being included in city budget
Philadelphia Chief Deputy Mayor Aren Platt confirms that money for the University City Townhomes project is not included in the 2025 budget at the present time, but that doesn't mean it won't be.
Law school graduate finishes studies alongside his four-legged best friend
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Tuesday's commencement ceremony for Widener University's Commonwealth Law School was years in the making for graduate Zachary Penzone. "It's been a hectic three years, been an amazing three years," he said. "I loved every minute at Widener." Tuesday's ceremonies were a treat to share with his...
2 more arrested in connection with robbery, assault of off-duty Philadelphia officer; 1 suspect remains at large
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Two more people were arrested in connection with the assault and robbery of an off-duty officer in North Philadelphia last Sunday. One man is still on the run after allegedly assaulting and robbing the officer of his gun.Police said a woman, Khamil Brown, 34, was arrested Wednesday and charged with criminal conspiracy, aggravated assault, robbery, theft by unlawful taking and related offenses due to her involvement in the incident.Police said a suspect previously referred to as "Duke" surrendered on May 14. He was identified as 24-year-old Cian Dennis and was charged with criminal conspiracy, aggravated assault, robbery, theft...
Nearly 200 musicians set to perform from West Philly porches on June 8
Dozens of local musicians will croon from porches in West Philadelphia next month during a free music festival that includes concerts in several neighborhoods. As part of West Philly Porchfest, porches, stoops and yards serve as makeshift stages for bands to play shows that last anywhere from 30 minutes to three hours. The annual event takes place Saturday, June 8 from noon to 6 p.m. It will be held rain or shine.
After dreary spring, changes coming this summer
While April and May have felt damp and chilly, there is change coming to the summer forecast. Temperatures are expected to warm up and even trend well above average in two parts of the country, the Four Corners and Northeast. That includes Philly and most of the Delaware Valley. There is currently a transition from […]
Get ready, the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend
Grease poles, cannolis, drinks in pineapples, Italian music, and a seven-block-long party can only mean one thing in Philadelphia and that’s because the annual South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend! This Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival will […]
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