|
| |
| News |
| Philadelphia Archdiocese/Camden Diocese Cancel Mass; PPA Suspends Meters; Eagles Cut Malcolm Jenkins |
| |
 by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 4:13 pm | updated: 03/17/20 4:13 pm |
| |
| 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 |
 |
| |
 |
| |
| News |
| New CDC Guidelines - 15 Days to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus; No Gatherings More Than 10 People |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/17/20 2:12 am | updated: 03/17/20 2:12 am |
| |
| 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 |
 |
| |
|
| |
| Culture |
| Narberth Teen Louis Knight Makes It Past 'Genre' Round on American Idol Hollywood Week |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 11:55 pm | updated: 03/16/20 11:55 pm |
| |
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.
SEE ALSO: Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| Penn Cancels On-Campus Commencement; MLB Opening Day Pushed Back; NFL Tampering Period Starts |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 9:26 pm | updated: 03/16/20 9:26 pm |
| |
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 |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| All PA Fine Wine Good Spirts Stores Closing; Officer Funeral Postponed; SEPTA Train Schedule Changed |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 9:15 pm | updated: 03/16/20 9:15 pm |
| |
| Governor Tom Wolf announced on Monday, 3/16, that all Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores in the state of Pennsylvania will close at 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 17th. Stores in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties were already set to close by 9 p.m. Monday, 3/16. All state liquor stores and licensee service centers will remain closed until further notice. Also, online sales at www.FineWineAndGoodSpirits.com were... Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| PA Gov. Wolf Shutdown Rest of State; New Jersey Schools/Business Close; Philadelphia Closes Business |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 4:35 pm | updated: 03/16/20 4:35 pm |
| |
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced on Monday, 3/16, that he is extending the shutdown orders to the rest of the state. Only essential businesses should remain open. The order had only previously effected four counties in suburban Philadelphia and one in Pittsburgh. "This isn't a decision that I take lightly at all," Wolf said. "It's one I'm making because medical experts believe it's the only way we can prevent our hospitals from being overwhelmed."
The Pennsylvania... Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| Man Shot to Death in Glenside; Three Murders in Philly on Sunday; Penn Relays Canceled |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/16/20 2:45 pm | updated: 03/16/20 2:45 pm |
| |
| Cheltenham Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Glenside on Sunday night, 3/15. It happened just after 9 p.m. on the 400 block of West Glenside Avenue. The 28-year-old man was shot in the chest. He was taken to Abington Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The identity of the victim has not been released. The circumstances surrounding the shooting is not known. No arrests have been announced. If you have any information, call Cheltenham Township Police... Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| CDC Says No Crowds More Than 50 for 8 Weeks; NJ Schools Closing; Restaurants/Bars Close in PA |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/15/20 11:41 pm | updated: 03/15/20 11:41 pm |
| |
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended no gatherings of 50 or more people take place for the next 8 weeks in order to contain the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. This new guideline was issued on Sunday night, 3/15.
Read the CDC's full guidelines below or visit Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| Suburban Non-Essential Businesses Should Cease Operations; Coronavirus Hotline; Drone Smugglers |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/15/20 3:10 pm | updated: 03/15/20 3:10 pm |
| |
| On Saturday, 3/14, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued new guidelines for the types of non-essential businesses that should temporarily cease operations in the four suburban Philadelphia counties under Governor Tom Wolf's mitigation orders. Those counties include Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery. "Governor Wolf strongly urged non-essential businesses in four Pennsylvania counties to close for 14 days from the start of the county's mitigation... Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
| News |
| Fine Wine Good Spirits State Liquor Stores in Philadelphia Suburbs Closing Tues; Problem Drinking? |
| |
by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 03/14/20 11:24 pm | updated: 03/14/20 11:30 pm |
| |
| The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board announced on Saturday, 3/14, that all Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores in Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties will be closed starting Tuesday, March 17, until further notice due to coronavirus COVID19 concerns. Those four suburban Philadelphia counties are under closure orders from Governor Tom Wolf. All non-essential businesses are being asked to close and residents are being asked to refrain from non-essential travel. All 88 state stores... Read More |
 |
| |
|
| |
