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| Penn Medicine Employees Test Positive; Trump Signs Second Aid Bill; Phillies $1 Million Workers Fund |
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 by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/18/20 6:58 pm | updated: 03/18/20 6:58 pm |
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Penn Medicine has confirmed that several employees within their health system across the region have tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19. They did not state an exact number nor say where and what these employees' jobs entail. They say that they identified and contacted any patients and staff that these employees came in contact with.
This is a statement released by Penn Medicine, "Over the past day, Penn Medicine became aware of several healthcare providers who... Read More |
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| No Evictions; Checks to Americans; No Philly Utility Shutoffs; Remote Learning Stopped in Philly |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/18/20 11:39 am | updated: 03/18/20 11:39 am |
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| President Trump announced that the Department of Housing and Urban Development will suspend foreclosures and evictions through April. The administration is working on a $500 billion economic relief plan that would send real checks to millions of Americans. It would come in two waves with the first check sent in early April. The details are still being worked out, and it would have to be be approved by Congress. Two Navy hospital ships, the Mercy and Comfort, are being sent to the East... Read More |
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| No Free Rita's Water Ice on First Day of Spring, March 19, 2020 |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/18/20 11:27 am | updated: 03/18/20 11:27 am |
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| Rita's Water Ice its postponing the popular free water ice giveaway on the First Day of Spring due to the coronavirus COVID19 outbreak. The promotion was set for Thursday, March 19. "It's our favorite day of the year and one that has become a treasured tradition. However, the health of our community and guests is our highest priority, so we are postponing this celebration as a precautionary move," the company said in a statement. A rescheduled date has not been announced. Rita's Water... Read More |
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| Murder Charges in Philly Police Officer Death; Philly Testing Sites; Police Delay Certain Arrests |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 8:57 pm | updated: 03/17/20 8:57 pm |
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| Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced murder charges against Hassan Elliot in the shooting death of Philadelphia Police Cpl. James O'Connor last Friday, 3/13. Elliot is charged with murder, criminal homicide of a law enforcement officer, seven counts of attempted criminal homicide of a law enforcement murder, and several other related charges. Police Homicide Fugitive Squad and SWAT were at the home on the 1600 block of Bridge Street in Frankford to serve a fugitive... Read More |
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| March 14/15 - Playlist - Michael Tearson's ATTIC - BBC Boxed Sets |
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 by: mtearson - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 5:39 pm | updated: 03/17/20 5:39 pm |
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March 14/15 - Playlist - Michael Tearson's ATTIC - BBC Boxed Sets
1) "All The Madmen" by David Bowie
2) "Telegram Sam" by T. Rex
3) "The Slider" by T. Rex
4) "Love of the Common Man" by Todd Rundgren & Utopia
5) "Between Blue & Me" by Family
6) "Buffet Tea for Two" by Family
7) "Point Me At the Sky" by Pink Floyd
8) "Supersonic Rocket Ship" by The Kinks
9) "Get Back in Line" by The Kinks
10) "Pictures of Matchstick... Read More |
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| March 14/15 Playlist - Michael Tearson's Marconi Experiment - psychedelic psnack |
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by: mtearson - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 5:14 pm | updated: 03/17/20 5:14 pm |
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March 14/15 Playlist - Michael Tearson's Marconi Experiment - psychedelic psnack
1) "My Real Hero" by String Driven Thing
2) "Hear Me Calling (BBC archives)" by Ten Years After
3) "She's Not There" by Vanilla Fudge
4) "Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever" by Roger Tillison
5) "From a Buick 6" by Alex Taylor
6) "I'm Tore Down" by Sweet Stavin Chain
7) "I Can't Control Myself" by Troggs
8) "Over the Hill" by Edison Electric BandRead More |
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| Philadelphia Archdiocese/Camden Diocese Cancel Mass; PPA Suspends Meters; Eagles Cut Malcolm Jenkins |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 12:13 pm | updated: 03/17/20 12:13 pm |
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| The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the Diocese of Camden have each suspended public weekday and Sunday masses until further notice. The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's cancelation begins at noon on Wednesday, 3/18, while the Diocese of Camden's begins on Tuesday, 3/17. Priests will still celebrate daily mass privately and honor all requested Mass intentions. The sacraments of Baptism, Confession, Marriage, and Funerals will still be available in the church while paying attention to the... Read More |
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| New CDC Guidelines - 15 Days to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus; No Gatherings More Than 10 People |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 10:12 pm | updated: 03/16/20 10:12 pm |
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| President Donald Trump introduced new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday, March 16, to control the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. Dr. Anthony Fauci of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) said that the President's Coronavirus Guidelines for America - 15 Days to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) can and will be revisited over time. Up to date information and more resources can be found at Read More |
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| Narberth Teen Louis Knight Makes It Past 'Genre' Round on American Idol Hollywood Week |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 7:55 pm | updated: 03/16/20 7:55 pm |
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Louis Knight, a pizza delivery boy from Narberth originally from London, performed in front of the judges during Hollywood Week on American Idol on Monday night, 3/16. This week, contestants had to pick songs within their particular 'genre' to perform. 19-year-old Knight picked "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and gave a unique take on the classic song. Judges commented that he didn't bring 'the sauce' but he made it through to next week's duets round.
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| Penn Cancels On-Campus Commencement; MLB Opening Day Pushed Back; NFL Tampering Period Starts |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 5:26 pm | updated: 03/16/20 5:26 pm |
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The University of Pennsylvania announced that it is canceling this year's on-campus commencement scheduled for May 16 - 18th. Ceremonies will be held virtually. The university is working on plans for the online events and will announce further details in the coming weeks.
Sports
Major League Baseball announced that opening day will be pushed back until at least mid-May due to the CDC's recommendation that there be no gatherings of 50 or more people for 8... Read More |
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