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| Shooting in Fairhill, Union Members Hunger Strike, Collapse Victim Loses Legs |
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 by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/18/13 10:29 am | updated: 06/18/13 10:29 am |
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A man was shot and killed this morning in the Fairhill section of Philadelphia. Apparently the man was walking to work about 5 am on the 2800 block of Lawrence Street. Chief Inspector Scott Small says at least eight shots were fired from close range from a semi-automatic handgun. Police are questioning witnesses and reviewing surveillance camera video to lead them to the shooter.
Four union members started a hunger strike yesterday in front of Governor Corbett’s... Read More |
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| Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson to perform Thick as a Brick 1 and 2 at Kimmel Center in July |
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 by: Brandon - Havertown, PA
started: 06/18/13 1:59 am | updated: 06/18/13 1:59 am |
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Fresh off of his first new album in a decade, rock legend Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull will be stopping by Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center on July 17th to perform his concept album duo, Thick as a Brick and Thick as a Brick 2. Just released by Anderson last year, Thick as a Brick 2 is a follow up to the famous original 1972 concept album, a favorite of Tull fans and number one in the charts following its release.
Formed in 1967, British rock band Jethro Tull climbed into the... Read More |
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| The Crossing Choir Backs Rolling Stones, Eastwick Avenue Stabbing, NJ Illegal Alien Tuition Bill |
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 by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 06/18/13 1:23 am | updated: 06/18/13 1:23 am |
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As the Rolling Stones get set for the first of two shows here in Philadelphia Tuesday night, a local choir was rehearsing for their big part in the production. All 24 members of The Crossing were practicing Monday night, You can't always get what you want. The choir sounds great, even though they do very beautiful, but very complex - what they would call post-modern contemporary music
Police are investigating after a 40-year-old man was found stabbed multiple times Monday... Read More |
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| Chester Vehicle Accident Kills Child, FEMA NJ Flood Maps, U.S. Open at Merion Reviews |
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by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 06/17/13 8:52 pm | updated: 06/17/13 8:52 pm |
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One child is dead after two children were struck by a vehicle in Chester this afternoon. The incident happened at W. 9th Street and Highland Avenue. There is no word on the identity of the victim or additional injuries at this time.
The newest FEMA flood maps show many in Brigantine are in a less hazardous flood zone that is not threatened by waves. FEMA's updated flood maps released this week scaled back the number of homes in the worst flood zones down the shore. That makes... Read More |
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| The Rolling Stones 50 and Counting Tour at the Wells Fargo Center on 6/18-21 at 7:30 |
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 by: JoeS - Springfield, PA
started: 06/17/13 12:48 pm | updated: 06/17/13 12:48 pm |
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| The Rolling Stones 50 and Counting Tour really needs no announcement, however, here it goes. It has been over eight years since the Stones have come to Philly. They have added a second night on 21st in addition to the concert on the 18th. The rumor has it that Brad Paisley will warm up the audience. At almost all the shows folks have showed up to perform with the band unannounced. Taylor Swift,Katy Perry, Tom Waits, Gwen Stafani and Sheryl Crow have appeared. I've read that Sheryl Crow was... Read More |
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| SS United States Needs Support, Revised FEMA Maps for NJ Addresses, Archdiocese Pension Shortfall |
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by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/17/13 11:02 am | updated: 06/17/13 11:02 am |
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The SS United States has been sitting empty on the Delaware River for the last 20 years and is in danger of being sold for scrap. During its years of operation, the SS United States carried more than 1 million passengers between 1952 and 1969. Supporters have convinced the PECO Building and Cira Center to light up with graphics and messages over the next 3 days to increase awareness and support. For info go to SaveTheUnitedStates.org (photo - Akira Suwa)
FEMA has released... Read More |
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| 2013 U.S. Open at Merion, Burlington County Taxi Driver Killed, Poplar Basketball Court Shooting |
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by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 06/17/13 2:13 am | updated: 06/17/13 2:13 am |
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Father's Day on the grounds of Merion Golf Club at the US Open was a special father son event for many, including Michael Weaver. Michael qualified for the Open as an amateur, but made the cut, setting up a dream scenario for him and his father, Bill. Micahel Weaver's father, Bill, got to caddy for him not only on Thursday and Friday, but also through the weekend, including Father’s Day.
Police are trying to find the person who killed a taxicab driver, who was found... Read More |
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| Wildwoods Restaurant Week starting June 16th- 21st and August 25th-30th |
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 by: liaferrante - Wildwood Crest, NJ
started: 06/16/13 3:29 pm | updated: 06/16/13 3:29 pm |
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The Wildwoods Restaurant Association's 2013 Restaurant Week will be starting on June 16th- 21st. The event will also take place on August 25th-30th. The four course meal will cost $30 plus tax and gratuity. All of the restaurants will provide a complete four course meal in which includes: appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert.
The restaurants include:
Adam’s, Alfe’s, Bandanas, Blue Water Grille, Blue Water Bar and Grill, Cattle N Clover, Dog Tooth... Read More |
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| Building Inspector Suicide Video, Council Approves Property Tax Rate, NFL Bans Purses and More |
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by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/14/13 11:25 am | updated: 06/14/13 11:25 am |
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| The L & I inspector who killed himself after the deadly building collapse left a video message blaming himself for the disaster. NBC10 obtained the message by 52 year old Ronald Wagenhoffer recorded just before he shot himself in the chest. He says, "It was my fault. I should have looked at those guys working and I didn’t. When I saw, it was too late. I should have parked my truck and went over there but I didn’t. I’m sorry." Wagenhoffer leaves behind a wife... Read More |
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| NJ Special Election, Cape May County Copper Thefts, Northeast Philly Stabbing |
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by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 06/14/13 12:41 am | updated: 06/14/13 12:41 am |
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A three-judge panel in New Jersey has dismissed a suit aimed at blocking a special election to fill the seat of the late U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg. Democrats went to court, arguing that the vote should coincide with the November general election, where Governor Chris Christie's re-election now tops the ballot. Christie instead scheduled a primary for August 13Th and a special election for October 16th. The winner in the fall will serve through the end of next year.
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