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| Carlos Ruiz named to First All-Star Team |
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 by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 07/01/12 4:52 pm | updated: 07/01/12 4:52 pm |
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Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz was named to his first All-Star game today. Chooch has had a career year at the plate combined with his stellar defense behind the plate. He will backup San Fransico's Buster Posey who was voted as the starter for the National League.
Two other Phillies also were selected to represent at the 83rd Midsummer classic July 10th. Starting pitcher Cole Hamels and closer Jonathan Papelbon were picked by Cardinals' manager Tony LaRussa.Read More |
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| State of Emergency in Atlantic County, Occupy at Independence Mall, Jim Thome Traded to Orioles |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 07/01/12 5:12 am | updated: 07/01/12 5:12 am |
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| Severe thunderstorms overnight Saturday left Atlantic County with widespread damage and a large number of power outages. A State of Emergency has been declared in the county that restricts travel so that crews can assess damage and clear debris. Temperatures in the mid-90's and numerous downed-trees and power lines hampered efforts to restore power as quickly as possible to the 206,000 households that lost it during the storm. It could take several days to restore power to all customers due to... Read More |
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| Warren Hill and Daughter Olivia Rox at Chester County Jazz Fest |
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 by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/30/12 8:01 pm | updated: 06/30/12 8:01 pm |
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The Chester County Jazz Festival crowd got a special treat when Saturday headliner and Sax great, Warren Hill took the stage to join his daughter, 13 year old Olivia Rox for a few songs. Warren Hill who is a renowned saxaphone player, was not at all reluctant to take Olivia's sparkling pink guitar for a song, pictured.
Listen to iradiophilly's Hang for Jazz Plus!
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| Chester County Jazz Festival Kicks Off |
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by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/30/12 4:37 pm | updated: 06/30/12 4:37 pm |
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After an outstanding opening last night by Peter White, the FREE weekend of live jazz is underway in Hoopes Park in West Chester. On stage now is Acoustic. Later tonight, headliner Warren Hill.
Come to the Chester County Jazz Festival and stop by the iRadioPhilly tent for some shade and Hang out for some great Jazz.
Listen to iradiophilly's Hang for Jazz Plus!
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| Philadelphia's new School Superintendent is Hite; City of Chester Approves Smoking Ban in Parks |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/29/12 9:10 pm | updated: 06/30/12 3:50 am |
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| Earlier this week the School Reform Commission's search committee presented its two finalists for the job of Superintendent of the Philadelphia School District. They were Pedro Martinez of Las Vegas and William Hite from Prince George County, MD. It is being reported today that Martinez took the job of superintendent in Washoe County, NV. The SRC didn't say much early today, other then give indication they were still in their selection process. Tonight, however, they announced that William R.... Read More |
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| Hot Weekend - Cool Jazz, Philadelphia Budget Approved, Storms Kick Off Heat Wave |
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by: iradiotom - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/29/12 11:43 am | updated: 06/29/12 11:43 am |
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| Be prepared for a hot weekend in the Philadelphia region if you plan outdoor activity. If you are joining the iRadioPhilly Hang at the Chester County Jazz Festival Saturday and Sunday, wear sunscreen, a hat, loose fitting clothing and plan to stay hydrated – bring a water bottle. Go easy on caffeine and alcohol in the heat of the day. Hang with iRadioPhilly and enjoy the cool Jazz all weekend FREE at the... Read More |
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| Indie Folk band Bon Iver will perform at The Mann Center on September 16th |
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 by: acsquared - Lincoln University, PA
started: 06/28/12 5:18 pm | updated: 06/29/12 2:52 am |
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Indie Folk band Bon Iver will be performing at The Mann Center on September 16th.
The band has been gaining worldwide recognition for their music over the past few years. They won the 2012 Grammy award for best new artist and best alternative music album for their second self-titled record. Since then they have participated as headliners for music festivals including this year's Bonnaroo festival.
Their music is defined by various layers of instruments and... Read More |
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| South Jersey man, Anderson Sotomayor, arrested for 6th DWI since April tonight after missing court. |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/29/12 2:42 am | updated: 06/29/12 2:42 am |
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Earlier today authorities issued a warrant after the South Jersey man charged with DUI 5 times over a five week period failed to show up for his court hearing.
Anderson Sotomayor, 45, was out on $20,000 bail as of Monday. He spent about a month in jail after his 5th DWI arrest May 16th because he was also caught with prescription Oxycodone pills. His first 4 DWI arrests happened between April 9th and May 12th. He was processed and released each time because bail is not set for... Read More |
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| Rutgers-Camden and Rowan Not To Merge, Blue Cross Reacts To Obamacare, NJ School Bus Accident |
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 by: Rebel - Havertown, PA
started: 06/29/12 1:44 am | updated: 06/29/12 1:44 am |
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| New Jersey legislators have approved a far-reaching reorganization of the state’s higher education system. But it does not include a plan to, in effect, merge the operations of Rutgers-Camden and Rowan Universities. The two schools will be able to share in health science programs under a joint board when the legislation takes effect in a year after it’s approved by Governor Chris Christie. The compromise was hammered out after legislators were advised that any plan would have to... Read More |
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| Supreme Court Upholds Obamacare; Philadelphia Orchestra free from Bankruptcy; 5x DUI man on the run |
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by: iradioal - Philadelphia, PA
started: 06/28/12 10:14 pm | updated: 06/28/12 10:14 pm |
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| The Supreme Court upheld President Obama's health care overhaul with a 5-4 vote today ruling that it was mostly ok. The biggest part of contention was the requirement that all people purchase health care - the individual mandate. Opponents argued this is unconstitutional because the Commerce clause of the Constitution gives Congress power to regulate inter-state commerce, but not to force anyone to participate in it by making them buy something. However, in the majority opinion, Chief Justice... Read More |
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