Good Morning. Here are some of the top stories from around the region.
WEATHER
Chilly to start, then we turn into a nice fall day. Expect the high to hit about 57 degrees with varying degrees of sun.
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NEWS
Districts push case for more state education funding
There is one line in the Pennsylvania Constitution that has become the basis for a lawsuit challenging the distribution of public school funding in the state: “The General Assembly shall provide for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system of public education to serve the needs of the commonwealth,” the constitution reads. Wednesday it was announced that in the ongoing lawsuit of William Penn School District vs. the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the plaintiffs will be granted the opportunity to prove their case against the state’s highest court.
Former WCU student sentenced for attempted rape in parking garage
The former West Chester University student who was found guilty of attempting to rape a fellow student in a campus parking garage was sentenced to state prison Wednesday, the judge agreeing with the prosecution that the man posed a danger to the community. Common Pleas Judge David Bortner sentenced Austin Eaddy to a term of four to 10 years behind bars, the exact length of time that the prosecution has asked he be ordered to serve.
Jefferson Fire Company honors first woman Firefighter of the Year
It took 108 years, but Jefferson Fire Company No. 1 recently honored its first female Firefighter of the Year. “I was completely surprised. I always thought the awards go to the men, so being a female I never saw it coming,” said volunteer Firefighter Taylor Knauer of the recognition she received from the Parker American Legion Post 901. “It was definitely a nice honor, and everyone was so gracious about it. To receive this award, you’re nominated by your peers within the company who have previously won the title, and I didn’t realize how much support I had.”
Archdiocese condemns use of racial slurs by Pope John Paul II High School students
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has reached out to the school families, faculty, staff and administrators of Pope John Paul II High School to denounce a racially charged video, reportedly involving students, that was recently posted on social media. The video shows a group of young people gathered in a circle facing the camera. At the behest of one of the teens, the group yells the N-word, then starts laughing.
Residents take shots at Towamencin officials over requests to remove basketball hoops
A neighborhood of Towamencin residents took shots at township officials Wednesday night, after recent requests from township staff to remove the basketball hoops they’ve had on their sidewalks and curbs for years. “Those basketball nets are not cheap, and you have no facilities for us to go to,” said Michelle Corman of Candlewood Way.
SPORTS
Eric Gordon hits 3 at the buzzer to lift Rockets past 76ers
Eric Gordon and Ryan Anderson kept an eye on the TV in the Houston locker room, which was appropriately showing the World Series. “Justin Verlander is a neighbor of mine,” Anderson said. “He’s obviously a clutch guy. The city is lucky to have him.” The Rockets’ own Mr. October was pretty clutch in the NBA’s version of the bottom of the ninth.
Hakstol shakes Flyers’ defense up ... again
The day after his team’s rather defenseless performance against the Anaheim Ducks, Flyers coach Dave Hakstol threw his green and wrinkled defense into another spin cycle Wednesday. When his pairs were revealed on the practice ice, a new top combo emerged. Shayne Gostisbehere will be at the right defensive spot, and Ivan Provorov will be on the left side of the Flyers’ top pairing when the club meets the Senators in Ottawa Thursday night.
Mack Hollins is pedaling his way into Eagles’ wideout rotation
Mack Hollins had one thing on his mind after his 64-yard scoring reception helped the Eagles beat the Redskins Monday night. Do I have enough energy left to pedal home? The rookie wide receiver biked to Lincoln Financial Field for the game. He had the bicycle checked by security, his parking pass scanned and an attendant pointing out where to park.
ENTERTAINMENT
CONCERT BEST BETS: The Shout Out Louds, Gwar and Dawg Yawp bring in the music this coming week
Welcome to “Seven in Seven,” where each Friday we take a look at shows coming to the region over the next week. Whether your musical tastes are rock and roll, jazz, heavy metal, singer-songwriter or indie, there’ll always be something to check out in the coming days.
WEEKEND FUN GRAB BAG: Get ready for a spook-tacular weekend
It’s the weekend before Halloween, so there’s plenty of fun things to do.
