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Christie Orders Delayed Opening, 76ers Sign Kevin Grow, Philadelphia Trash Collection Suspended

by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 02/18/14 1:39 am | updated: 02/18/14 2:22 am

Due to the forecast, Governor Chris Christie has authorized a delayed opening of 11 a.m. for all non-essential state employees in New Jersey on Tuesday. The governor says this will allow ample time for roadways, parking lots and sidewalks to be cleared and made safe for travel during the morning commute. Essential employees should report to work on their regular schedule.

A Bucks County teen who became an internet sensation after his amazing performance on the basketball court signed a ceremonial contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 76ers announced that they would sign Bensalem High School senior Kevin Grow to a two-day contract Monday. Grow, who has Down syndrome, had been a team manager for the Bensalem boys basketball team for four years. Kevin hit four 3-pointers in the last two minutes of the game to help beat Neshaminy 64-40. Tuesday night, he gets to take part in pre-game warm-ups with the Sixers before they tip-off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Kevin will also be joined by his high school teammates to take the court for a special presentation during a timeout in the game.

Due to the forecast snow accumulations, the Philadelphia Streets Department has announced Tuesday trash and recycling collections have been suspended. The Streets Department says they will deploy 230 pieces of equipment overnight to treat the streets and sanitation trucks will be outfitted with plows to help with snow operations. Residents with Tuesday as their collection day must set out their materials next Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Weather, February 18

Rain and snow ending in the morning. Clearing later. High 42 in Center City.

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