By Edward M. Soffen, MD After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in the United States. In fact, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. Advancements in medicine, however, are helping to personalize treatment and reduce complications.  […]

Greater Somerset County YMCA invites the community to join in a series of special events in celebration of Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth is a time to celebrate freedom and resilience and renew our shared commitment to creating positive and lasting change. Community Events Include: Juneteenth Activities […]

Rhawnhurst Civic to meet Rhawnhurst Civic Association will meet on Wednesday, June 18, at 7 p.m., at Pelbano Playground, Bustleton and Solly avenues. The 2nd and 7th police district community relations officers will be on hand, with a representative of the Friends of Northeast Philadelphia History as the guest speaker. The group will also discuss […]

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Dear Readers: Email listings to news@northeasttimes.com Thursday, June 19 EVENTS Bingo Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30. 215-322-0121. Farm Stand Temple University Hospital — Jeanes Campus, 7600 Central Ave. Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October. Next to Parking Lot C. 215-728-2131 or rosemarie.schlegel@tuhs.temple.edu […]

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL • St. Bernard, St. Dominic, St. Jerome, St. Leo, St. Matthew, St. Timothy, Our Lady of Consolation, Resurrection of Our Lord Class of 1975. 50th-year reunion. Saturday, Nov. 15. FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road. Ann Marie Walsh: 267-716-4597; Kevin Smink: 267-566-3054. HIGH SCHOOL • Archbishop Ryan Classes of 1980, ’85, ’90 and […]

June 18 Paul McCartney, Rock Singer (83) Blake Shelton, Country Singer (49) June 19 Ann Wilson, Rock Singer (75) Boris Johnson, World Leader (61) June 20 Nicole Kidman, Movie Actress (58) Lionel Richie, R&B Singer (76) June 21 Scottie Scheffler, Golfer (29) Mariette Hartley, TV Actress (85) June 22 Meryl Streep, Movie Actress (76) Cyndi […]

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Members of the Fox Chase Town Watch and Civic Association last week complained about activities at Burholme Park. Specifically, neighbors pointed to people who use the pavilion. Concerns include illegal parking, loud music, fireworks and a lack of permits. Some neighbors want the pavilion relocated within the park, while others want the pavilion removed. In […]

Sign up for benefit wiffle ball tournament The eighth annual Holly Colwell Save 2nd Base Wiffle Ball Tournament will take place on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Hayes Playground (Bustleton Bengals), 9945 President St. The tournament serves as a fundraiser for breast cancer patients. The winning team will be able to donate $500 to the cancer […]

  Oasis Manor, 7040-7052 Oxford Ave., has opened as an independent senior living community. The site offers newly renovated studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments and is open to people 62 and older. There are 57 units rented at market rate. The property has offered senior living for decades. It’s the former home of the […]