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Mitchell brings lead into 2nd round of Truist
Keith Mitchell leads the Truist Championship heading into Friday’s second round at 9-under par after firing a career-low, bogey-free 61 in Thursday’s first round at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. Mitchell entered the tournament with top-20 finishes in his last four starts. He is seeking his second PGA Tour title, having won the 2019 Cognizant Classic […]
May 20 primary ballot set
The city election commissioners have set the ballot for the May 20 primary. The big race is in the Democratic primary between District Attorney Larry Krasner and former Municipal Court President Judge Pat Dugan. Republicans did not file a candidate, but the party is organizing a write-in campaign for Dugan. The write-in campaign needs 1,000 […]
Attend kitten shower at Women’s Animal Center
Women’s Animal Center, 3839 Richlieu Road in Bensalem, will host a kitten shower on Thursday, May 15, from 3-7 p.m. The public is invited to learn about the Kitten Foster Program and to view feeding/kitten care demos. The shower will also feature cat-themed games and activities. Donations of kitten supplies are appreciated. Anyone who brings […]
Republicans plan Dugan write-in
The Republican City Committee is making an independent expenditure to have GOP voters write in Pat Dugan for district attorney. Dugan is challenging District Attorney Larry Krasner in the May 20 Democratic primary. No Republican filed to run for the office. Republicans need 1,000 write-ins for a specific candidate to be able to have a […]
Businesses invited to partner with PGA Championship
The PGA of America has opened PGA VendorMatch registration for the PGA Championship and KPMG Women’s PGA Championship in 2026. Local businesses are invited to explore sourcing opportunities for products and services in support of the following events: • The PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Delaware County in May 2026 • […]
5 Points Night Market set for June 26
The 5 Points Night Market is returning to Burholme this summer, bringing food, music and community pride back to Rising Sun Avenue on Thursday, June 26, from 5-9 p.m. Stretching from Cottman Avenue to St. Vincent Street, the evening will feature food trucks, local vendors, live performances, summer fun and activities for all ages. The […]
Castor Ave. meeting on May 14
PennDOT, the city and SEPTA invite the public to attend an open house and town hall on Wednesday, May 14, in the cafeteria of Northeast High School, 1601 Cottman Ave., to discuss the Castor Avenue Traffic Safety and Beautification Project. The open house starts at 4 p.m., followed by the town hall at 5. The […]
Around Town
Fatima Holy Hour for World Peace The World Apostolate of Fatima is sponsoring a Fatima Holy Hour for World Peace on Tuesday, May 13, at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 7056 Tulip St. All are welcome to participate in the devotions to Our Lady of Fatima. Devotions include procession with Fatima statue, rosary and […]
Judicial candidates attend Bustleton forum
Judicial candidates gathered Wednesday night for a forum at Bustleton Memorial American Legion Post 810, at 9151 Old Newtown Road. Fox Chase resident Melissa Robbins hosted the forum, asking yes-or-no questions for all candidates and other questions directed at specific candidates. All candidates for Common Pleas and Municipal Court in the May 20 primary were […]
AdvanSix Frankford performs Earth Day cleanup
In recognition of Earth Day, employees of AdvanSix Frankford, 2501 Margaret St., participated in an annual site perimeter cleanup organized by the company’s environmental leader, Adrienne Yeager. Staff worked in teams to tackle various areas around the plant’s footprint, including Bridge, Lefevre and Pearce streets, and other surrounding blocks and areas under I-95 that are […]