Seidman’s stock rising quickly for CSN Philly

TV time: Northeast native and G.W. grad Corey Seidman is seen during a recent…

Gibbons PAL Center looks for a new home

The Gibbons PAL Center on the 6900 block of Rising Sun Avenue has operated out of Trinity…

A Major Step

A dream come true: Following eight stellar years on the baseball diamond at Archbishop Wood and Rutgers University, Northeast Philly…

Accused priest allowed to return to ministry

A priest accused of molesting minors who has been on leave since 2011 has been ruled suitable to return to ministry, Archbishop Charles Chaput, leader of Philadelphia’s Roman Catholic Archdiocese, announced Sunday.

Founder of Sunshine Foundation dies at 78

A memorial service was planned for Wednesday for Bill Sample, a former Northeast…

A family exploration

Tradition of excellence: Cecilia Fernandes is the 12th member of her family to graduate from La Salle University. The…

Ryan’s remarkable softball ride comes to an end

Lawncrest Recreation Center hosts peace rally

City Councilwoman Marian Tasco speaks about community strength.

Teacher accused of having sex with student

Stephanie Amato

On the road to victory

The dream team: Pictured are (front row, from left) Yasmine Machlof, Priscilla Walsh, (top row) assistant coach Carrie…

Residents unable to return home after Fox Chase fire

Navigating the World Cup

Joe Fonseca (left) and Jose Bobyn talk sports at Tio Pepe’s.

Thief swipes pipes from Tacony home

Surveillance photo

Workers on a home renovation project in Tacony took a break on Sunday, June 1, so a burglar went to work. He used luggage on wheels to tote copper pipes and power tools from the job site.

Three Northeast businesses robbed

Welsh Road Surveillance video

Daniel Sweeney Day fundraiser is June 22

The memory of fallen firefighter and former Fox Chase resident Daniel Sweeney will be honored in the third annual Daniel Sweeney Day, featuring a day-long softball tournament, at Fox Chase Recreation Center on June 22. Proceeds will benefit the Daniel Sweeney…

Reunions: June 11, 2014

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Laura H. Carnell and Samuel Fels schools

• All classes reunion on July 11, 2014 at Curran’s Irish Inn on State Road at 6 p.m. 945–614–0106.

‘Deana Sings Dino’ coming to New Hope

Deana Martin

Officer of the Year honored in the 7th district

During the course of a year, police officers can encounter some pretty wild situations. For Officer Timothy Taylor of the Northeast’s 7th district, wild became almost routine in 2013.

Hurricane response planning discussed at meeting

Pets of the Week: June 11, 2014

Cara

Jump for joy with Jerick

GWHS officer’s cause of death was heart disease

A Philadelphia School District police officer who was found unconscious in a Washington High bathroom last week died of severe coronary heart disease, according to the Montgomery County coroner.

Calendar of Events: June 11, 2014

Thursday, June 12

EVENTS

Ballroom Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays from 12:30 to 2 p.m. $2. 215–685–0576.

Mayfair soda machine blown to bits

A vandal gave new meaning to the term “soda pop” last Thursday night as he allegedly planted an explosive in the dispensing slot of a Mayfair Coke machine, leading to a blast that shattered the windows of a nearby business.

Letters to the Editor: June 11, 2014

Philadelphia’s prized public employees

For those of us who choose to enter urban public education, we don’t expect to get rich. The fact that we serve our fellow citizens and, in some small way, contribute toward alleviating society’s ills…

Fatal accident in Crescentville

A Northeast Philadelphia woman died in a two-vehicle crash at a Crescentville intersection last Thursday morning.

The tragedy occurred at about 9:20 a.m. at Tabor and Godfrey avenues. According to police, a 71-year-old man was driving a green…

Crooks take estimated $20,000 in copper

A crew of burglars turned an idle Holmesburg warehouse into a metal factory that supplied them with tens of thousands of dollars in recyclable copper recently, police say.

NE ambulance drivers sentenced for fraud

Two Northeast-area ambulance drivers were sentenced last week to serve at least two years in federal prison for their roles in a multimillion-dollar Medicare fraud. One of the drivers is also facing murder charges for his role in an unrelated drag racing…

What is that little brown and black bird?

Bird call: Brown-headed cowbirds lay their eggs in the nests of other birds. MARIA…

Olympian visits Northwood

Visit from the champ: Olympic bobsled medalist Elana Meyers recently visited Northwood Academy Charter School.

Trips: June 11, 2014

LESIURE TIMERS OF DELAIRE LANDING June 12. Philadelphia. Trip to see Rain, a tribute to the Beatles. 215–969–1994, 215–637–1699.

MATERNITY BVM SENIORS June 15. 2014. Watch “Rain,” a tribute to the Beatles, followed by brunch at The Water Works, and a tour of…

Around Town: June 11, 2014

Glen Foerd regatta set for June 17

Get a wiggle on and visit Glen Foerd’s Roaring ’20s Regatta on Tuesday, June 17, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave.

Corbett criticizes Obama’s plan to combat global warming

Gov. Tom Corbett last week released a statement criticizing President Barack Obama’s proposed plan to combat global warming, contending it will lead to a massive tax hike on the Pennsylvania coal industry.

Business is booming at Northeast Chamber of Commerce Expo

Witnessing the wonder of fatherhood

I remember as if it were yesterday.

I was watching a tall man with very broad shoulders as he held a tiny baby, looking into her face with something difficult to describe: a mix, perhaps, of love, awe, relief, apprehension and deep, deep…

Casino Trips: June 11, 2014

St. Jerome Ladies Guild More: June 26. Trump Taj Mahal. $71 includes bus fare, $25 slot play, ticket to a show, and a buffet. 215–821–3393, 215–742–1866.

St. Bede’s Young at Heart Club June 30. Bally’s Casino. Free bingo and coin for slots. Reserve by…

Increased crime a hot topic at Frankford Civic Association meeting

Some residents who live around the intersection of Worth and Orthodox streets want to talk to police about loitering, drug sales and prostitution in their neighborhood.