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A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans
A.J. Brown's Sideline Book Reaches No. 1 On Amazon Thanks To Eagles Fans NFL wide receivers specialize in reading defenses but one Philadelphia Eagles wideout's book he literally read on the sidelines is exploding in popularity. Eagles WR A.J. Brown was seen reading a book on the sidelines during Philly's 22-10 win over the Green Bay Packers in an NFC Wild Card game on Sunday, Jan. 12. Former baseball player-turned-author Jim Murphy wrote the book called 'Inner Excellence'. FOX Sports cameras caught Brown pulling out the book in a moment that went viral among sports fans. "I haven't seen too many people read books [on the sidelines] but I've seen a qu…

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Business
See What Inspired Walmart's First Rebranding, Logo Change In 17 Years See What Inspired Walmart's First Rebranding, Logo Change In 17 Years
See What Inspired Walmart's First Rebranding, Logo Change In 17 Years Walmart is making a subtle yet noticeable tweak to its logo for the first time in nearly two decades. The retail chain announced "a comprehensive brand refresh" in a news release on Monday, Jan. 13. It's the first logo change for the 63-year-old company since it removed the star between "Wal" and "Mart" in 2008. Walmart said its fresh new look combines a nod to its rich history with a bold, modern design. "Walmart’s brand identity has evolved to reflect what the retailer offers today, while honoring what has always been special about the one-stop shopping destination," the chain …

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Sports
76ers, Flyers To Build New Arena In South Philly, Ending Plans For $1.3B Downtown Move 76ers, Flyers To Build New Arena In South Philly, Ending Plans For $1.3B Downtown Move
76ers, Flyers To Build New Arena In South Philly, Ending Plans For $1.3B Downtown Move After years of debating, two of Philadelphia's major sports teams will have a new arena not too far from their current home. The new arena for the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers will be in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, which is also where they currently play in the Wells Fargo Center. The state-of-the-art arena will be built in a partnership between Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) and Comcast Spectacor, the companies said in a news release on Monday. Jan. 13. The arena billed as "one of the finest, most technologically advanced, and sustainable" arena…

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Business
New Sicilian Restaurant In Storrs Serves Authentic Dishes, Sweet Desserts Near UConn New Sicilian Restaurant In Storrs Serves Authentic Dishes, Sweet Desserts Near UConn
New Sicilian Restaurant In Storrs Serves Authentic Dishes, Sweet Desserts Near UConn A new restaurant is offering a taste of Sicily just a few minutes away from UConn's campus in Storrs. Krispy Sicilian Foods opened at 650 Middle Turnpike (Route 44) on Thursday, Jan. 9. The restaurant is about a mile away from UConn near the Route 195 intersection. Owner Kristin Pinkston created the cozy restaurant with an extensive menu of authentic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. "We take pride in serving delicious, homemade dishes crafted with the finest ingredients and traditional Sicilian recipes," the restaurant's website said. "From our …

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News
NJ Shines In Key Areas For Raising Families In New Study: See The Details NJ Shines In Key Areas For Raising Families In New Study: See The Details
NJ Shines In Key Areas For Raising Families In New Study: See The Details Massachusetts leads the U.S. as a place for raising families and two other Northeast states are among the nation's best, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of best and worst states to raise a family on Monday, Jan. 13. The personal finance website ranked each state on family-friendliness, evaluating factors like housing affordability, healthcare quality, job security, and education. Massachusetts claimed the top spot, excelling in education and healthcare. The state boasts the nation’s best public schools, the highest rate of children with health insurance, and …

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Business
Healthy On The Go: Just Salad's First Drive-Thru Restaurant Opens In North Jersey Healthy On The Go: Just Salad's First Drive-Thru Restaurant Opens In North Jersey
Healthy On The Go: Just Salad's First Drive-Thru Restaurant Opens In North Jersey A restaurant chain specializing in fresh salads and other healthy food options has opened its first drive-thru location at a shopping center in Livingston. Just Salad has opened its new restaurant at 277 Eisenhower Parkway in The Shoppes at Livingston Circle, the company said in a news release on Monday, Jan. 13. The shopping center posted Instagram pictures on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, of the location's first day in business. The Livingston restaurant is Just Salad's first out of more than 90 nationwide locations to offer a drive-thru. "This new location reflects our belief that fast…

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Business
Tesla Recalls 239,000+ Cars For Rearview Camera Glitch In Automaker's Latest Safety Issue Tesla Recalls 239,000+ Cars For Rearview Camera Glitch In Automaker's Latest Safety Issue
Tesla Recalls 239,000+ Cars For Rearview Camera Glitch In Automaker's Latest Safety Issue Tesla is recalling nearly 240,000 vehicles after a defect was discovered that could cause rearview cameras to fail, increasing the risk of crashes, officials said. Tesla issued a recall for 239,382 cars across its 2023-25 Model X and Model Y vehicles, along with its 2024-25 Model S and Model 3 lineup, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A defect in the cars' computer circuit boards can result in losing rearview camera functionality. The issue violates the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) for rear visibility and could compromise dri…

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Police & Fire
Inmate Caught With Suboxone At Cumberland County Prison, Police Say Inmate Caught With Suboxone At Cumberland County Prison, Police Say
Inmate Caught With Suboxone At Cumberland County Prison, Police Say An inmate at Cumberland County Prison faces new charges after officers discovered him with suboxone, authorities said. Tone Hancock, 36, was charged with contraband into a correctional facility and possession of a controlled substance, the Middlesex Township Police Department said. Officers were notified on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, about an inmate who had a drug at Cumberland County Prison. Authorities tested the substance and confirmed it was suboxone. Hancock remains incarcerated at the prison, now facing additional charges stemming from the incident. Further details on the case…

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Police & Fire
Camp Hill Sex Offender Arrested For Failing To Register, Police Say Camp Hill Sex Offender Arrested For Failing To Register, Police Say
Camp Hill Sex Offender Arrested For Failing To Register, Police Say A Camp Hill man was accused of failing to register as a sex offender, authorities said. Demetrius Fallings Jr., 32, was charged with failure to comply with registration requirements, the East Pennsboro Township Police Department said. Officers responded to the 100 block of Richland Lane in Camp Hill at around 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. State police requested a follow-up to locate Fallings. Investigators confirmed Fallings had violated Megan's Law registration requirements. Fallings first registered as a sex offender on Wednesday, June 3, 2015, after he was con…

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Police & Fire
PA Mom, Daughter Stole $4.4M Inheritance To Buy New Homes, Luxury SUV: Prosecutors PA Mom, Daughter Stole $4.4M Inheritance To Buy New Homes, Luxury SUV: Prosecutors
PA Mom, Daughter Stole $4.4M Inheritance To Buy New Homes, Luxury SUV: Prosecutors A Jeannette mother and daughter were accused of a scheme to steal a multimillion-dollar inheritance from a relative’s estate, authorities said. Lisa Valesky, 51, and Angela Valesky, 26, were charged with theft and dealing in proceeds of unlawful activity, the Westmoreland County District Attorney's Office said in a news release on Thursday, Jan. 9. A county detective was contacted by an attorney regarding the disbursement of funds from the estate of a woman who was a former president of Greensburg Beverage Distributor. She died in 2017, leaving significant assets to her heirs but …

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