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News from May 2024

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Philadelphia County experienced increase in median home valuation prices in March 2024 compared to March 2023

By Philly Leader | May 12, 2024

In March, the median sale price of a home in Philadelphia County rose by $10,726 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 53.5%.

Which former Philly Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By Philly Leader | May 12, 2024

This former Philly Leader area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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Philadelphia County home sales in week ending May 4

By Philly Leader | May 11, 2024

There was one reported residential sale in Philadelphia County in the week ending May 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Philly Leader area weekly mass times

By Philly Leader | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the Philly Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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University of Pennsylvania baseball team secures spot in Ivy League Tournament

By Philly Leader | May 11, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania baseball team has secured a place in the upcoming Ivy League Tournament. The team's participation was confirmed following Harvard's victory over Yale in a doubleheader on Saturday in New Haven.

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Report: Jewish left-wing activist Soros funding tent city at University of Pennsylvania

By Philly Leader | May 9, 2024

Pro-Palestine protests at University of Pennsylvania is one of several demonstrations on college campuses across the country, with student groups organizing encampments, protests, and demonstrations at their schools in an attempt to force the universities and colleges to divulge and divest from any connections that benefit Israel.

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Penn secures Ivy title with narrow win; lacrosse heads to NCAA

By Philly Leader | May 8, 2024

Quaker Meeting House (QMH) reflects on the significance of each point in track and field competitions. A memorable event took place at Princeton's Weaver Stadium, where senior Aliya Garozzo secured a victory for Penn's women's team in the 4x400 relay, overtaking Princeton's Lauren Harris to clinch the Ivy League Heptagonal Outdoor Championship.

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Emily Henn, former Delaware Valley Chs softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Philly Leader | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Shippensburg Raiders.

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Faith Scally, former Springside Chestnut Hill Academy softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Philly Leader | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Philadelphia faces 1,196 property crimes in week ending May 5

By Philly Leader | May 7, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in property crimes in the week ending May 5, compared to the previous week.

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Pennsylvania House Republicans Call on Pennsylvania Attorney General to Investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Over Handling of Boyle Arrest Warrant

By Philly Leader | May 7, 2024

Pennsylvania House Republicans have taken a stand by calling on Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry to investigate Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner's handling of the arrest warrant issued for state Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Philadelphia) and any potential election law violations.During a press conference on Tuesday, Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) expressed concerns about the situation, stating, “The involvement by District Attorney Krasner and his office in the issuance and withdrawal of the arrest warrant issued for Rep....

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38 illegal aliens arrive at Philadelphia airport during eight month span

By Philly Leader | May 7, 2024

New data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shows that 38 illegal aliens from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela entered the country through the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania airport between January 2023 and August 2023 through the CHNV program.

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How many violent crimes did Philadelphia police handle in week ending May 5

By Philly Leader | May 6, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in violent crimes in the week ending May 5, compared to the previous week.

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Pennsylvania House Republicans to Call on PA Attorney General to Conduct an Investigation

By Philly Leader | May 6, 2024

House Republican Leader Bryan Cutler (R-Lancaster) and Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) will be leading a group of Pennsylvania House Republicans in calling on Attorney General Michelle Henry to investigate the handling of a recent matter. The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, May 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the Ryan Building Atrium in the Pennsylvania State Capitol, Harrisburg.According to the announcement, media coverage is invited and encouraged for the event. Those planning to attend are requested to RSVP and direct any questions to Jason Gottesman at...

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University of Pennsylvania baseball sweeps Ivy League weekly awards

By Philly Leader | May 6, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania baseball team concluded the regular season with a series win over Dartmouth, securing three out of four games. This achievement led to a clean sweep of the Ivy League's weekly awards. Davis Baker was recognized as Player of the Week, Ryan Dromboski earned Pitcher of the Week, and Nick Spaventa received Rookie of the Week honors.

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Which former Philly Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By Philly Leader | May 5, 2024

This former Philly Leader area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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Penn baseball scores big wins over Dartmouth on Senior Day

By Philly Leader | May 4, 2024

The University of Pennsylvania baseball team concluded its regular season with a decisive performance against Dartmouth, scoring 40 runs across two games on Senior Day. The Quakers secured a 16-4 victory in the first game and followed it up with a 24-5 win in the second game, which ended after eight innings.

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Philly Leader area weekly mass times

By Philly Leader | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the Philly Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Philadelphia County home sales in week ending April 27

By Philly Leader | May 4, 2024

There was one reported residential sale in Philadelphia County in the week ending April 27, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Wyatt Henseler honored as Penn Athletics Student-Athlete of the Week

By Philly Leader | May 3, 2024

PHILADELPHIA – Wyatt Henseler, a senior third baseman for the University of Pennsylvania baseball team, has been named Penn Athletics Student-Athlete of the Week, presented by Acme. This recognition follows a notable performance over the weekend against Harvard in Cambridge.