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Though Philadelphia may not have been in the "path of totality", Monday's solar eclipse brought many people outside.

From 1,000-points to 100 wins, last week's top athletes were busy reaching major milestones.

Frank Olivieri, the owner of Pats Steaks, also has great tales about South Philly, the Obamas and Van Halen.

Samuel L. Frieder, of Lafayette Hill, was retired president and CEO of  his family cigar company, and volunteered for numerous charities.

Members of area sculling programs made many trips to the awards dock at the Kelly Drive grandstand last weekend, earning medals at the Philadelphia City Championships.

Merion Mercy Academy is thrilled to announce the appointment of Rebekah Adens as the school’s first Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion effective July 1, 2021. "Rebekahs appointment is the culmination of an invigorating and inclusive search process which involved participation from parents, students, alumnae, faculty and staff," said Laura Farrell, Head of School. "Her background and passion for education and advocacy closely reflect our schools Mercy core values. Rebekah will cont...