Category: PENNSYLVANIA

Business Opportunities for 2026

The City recently launched an AI-powered Vendor Interest Form specifically for upcoming supplier opportunities related to the 2026 events. This is your chance as a business owner or service provider to partner with the City and build a dynamic and diverse group of suppliers.

Additionally, Visit Philadelphia with Miles Partnership has created a self-paced online program to help small businesses modernize their online profiles. Improved online profiles will drive more foot traffic and raise visibility of local stores, restaurants, and attractions.

By signing up, participants will have access to tangible tools like:

  • A report card on how your business currently appears across major travel planning platforms
  • Customized one-on-one assistance on topics covered in online video courses
  • Regular communications on progress and reminders of the next steps to elevate skills

Enroll! Click the link here to sign-up for our online destination optimization program.

Advisory: Frost Advisory until 09:00AM Tuesday

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* WHAT…Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE…In New Jersey, Camden, Gloucester, and Northwestern Burlington Counties. In Pennsylvania, Delaware and Lower Bucks Counties.

* WHEN…From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS…Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

* AFFECTED AREAS: GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON … DELAWARE … LOWER BUCKS

Instructions: Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

WATCH: CCTV footage captures attempted murder of Pennsylvania governor

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro assesses the damage at his official residence in Harrisburg following an arson attack, April 13, 2025. Photo: Commonwealth Media Services / Used with Permission

By Christen Smith | The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The Dauphin County District Attorney’s Office released more than five minutes of CCTV footage. This footage captured Cody Balmer setting fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence in Harrisburg on April 13, 2025.

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Frank S. Yurick, Sr., 86, of South Philadelphia

On October 1, 2025, at the age of 86. Of South Philadelphia. Loving and devoted husband of 63 years to Barbara Ann Yurick (nee Schaffer). Beloved father of the late Frank S. Yurick, Jr., George J. Yurick (Lizel), Bruce E. Yurick (Terri), Brenda Lucas and Loretta Ash (Ken). Cherished grandfather of Gregory, Jonathan, Kristen, Kenneth, Jr., Arabelle, Jaiden, Evan, Braden, Gavin and Lillian and great-grandfather of Kira, Jonathan, Abigail and Kayleigh.

Frank was predeceased by his parents, George J. Yurick and Eveline Yurick (nee Veirick), as well as his siblings, George Yurick, Edward Yurick, Gilbert Yurick, Eveline Benson and Charles Yurick. 

Frank was born and raised in South Philly and was a graduate of Bok Technical School. He was a life member of Cement Masons Local Union 592 in Philadelphia. Frank was a deacon and Sunday school teacher for over 30 years at his church. 

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Tuesday morning, October 7th from 9 to 10 AM at Calvary Baptist Church, 117 Nicholson Road, West Collingswood Hts., NJ 08059. Funeral Services will be celebrated at 10 AM in the church. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Abington Twp, PA.

In lieu of flowers to his family, please remember Frank with a donation to Calvary Baptist Church, 117 Nicholson Road, West Collingswood Hts., NJ 08059.Please note, in memory of Frank S. Yurick, Sr. 

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Frank S. Yurick, Sr. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home: Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Ph: 856-456-1142.

To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Frank S. Yurick, Sr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.

Statewide archery season starts Saturday

Pennsylvania’s statewide deer archery season opens this Saturday, October 4 and runs through November 21 — including seven of the approved Sundays for the 2025-26 season — then reopens from December 26-January 19. Hunters are reminded to tag and report their harvest within 10 days by phone, by mail, or online. 

 

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How Digital Freight Platforms Are Supporting Philadelphia’s Trucking Industry

Philadelphia has always been a primary transportation/logistics hub for the Northeastern corridor. Trucking and freight brokers face two main problems around the region-parking and logistical support. Truxspot came up as a prime solution, with truck parking rentals being offered throughout Pennsylvania and the greater Philadelphia area. In a nutshell, the company provides truckers with reliable parking spaces where they can safely park while working freight operations. 

At the same time, Truxspot offers digital freight brokerage tools for faster broker-carrier interaction. In a busy metro like Philadelphia with its ports, warehouses, and major highway systems, timely parking and load management can mean the difference between success and failure for a logistics company. By combining parking services with digital freight broker software, Truxspot sets itself apart as a complete logistics solution for the trucking parking in Philadelphia – https://truxspot.com/truck-parking/pennsylvania/philadelphia.

Truckers in Philadelphia deal with congestion, increasing fuel costs, and pressure for speedy delivery. Digital freight broker software meets these new challenges through improved routing, automated load matching, and data-driven decision-making. Brokers enjoy increased visibility in real-time, and drivers gain the opportunity to grab more consistent loads, offering more efficiency to both.

Small and medium carriers compete against larger logistics players with freight brokerage software such as the one Truxspot offers. Features such as automatic invoicing, carrier onboarding, and fair-class pricing help brokers run their services with less friction. Plus, parking rentals offer higher convenience levels for truckers weaving through Philadelphia streets.

The more-and-more-technology aspect will take over the brokerage arena as we move deeper into 2025. Freight brokering software will become a must-have portal for all brokers and carriers in Philadelphia, enabling them to cut costs while improving communication and productivity. Truxspot offers a peculiar value proposition aimed at solving the logistics problem of Philadelphia through a fusion of technology and practical on-the-ground solutions such as parking.

What are the Online Gambling Rules and Regulations in Philadelphia?

Online gambling in the United States is very popular these days and, frankly, is a huge part of the entertainment culture all over the USA. More and more states have legalized gambling, so you won’t have to pick between Las Vegas and Atlantic City anymore. Philadelphia, the largest city in the state of Pennsylvania, is another interesting destination for those living or visiting on the East Coast.

Philly follows state-level laws governing online gambling, which means that players in the city must comply with specific regulations, whether they’re visiting or living there. Whether slots, poker, or roulette are your jam, you should be aware of the rules and regulations of online gambling in the Cheesesteak City.

When did online gambling become legal in Philadelphia?

Pennsylvania legalized online gambling in 2017 with the passage of the Pennsylvania Gaming Expansion Act. This legislation allowed land-based casinos and new online platforms to operate legally within the state, including Philly.

What types of online casino games are legal in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia has many legal gambling categories, so there are more than enough playing options for everyone, from beginners to advanced players. 

One of the most popular categories is sports betting, which became legal in Pennsylvania after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the PASPA (Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act) in 2018. So, in 2025, players can place wagers on exciting sports, such as football, basketball, and tennis.

Online casinos are popular among Philadelphia’s gamblers and players, with plenty of games to choose from. Online casino gaming is also legal in Philly, including traditional games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, and slots. You can find these games at all online casinos available in Philly and at land-based casinos.

Licensed online poker rooms are also available to Philadelphia residents and visitors. Poker rooms are typically available at regular online casinos, but they can also be standalone sites for those who prefer to focus on poker and nothing else.

All operators must hold a license from PGCB

All online gambling platforms operating in Pennsylvania must hold a valid license issued by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB). The PGCB is the regulatory body that oversees all forms of gambling in the state. This ensures fairness, security, and compliance with state laws. If the casino is not licensed through PGCB, it cannot operate in the state.

To get a license, operators must adhere to strict guidelines and conduct thorough background checks on their management teams. The PGCB also ensures operators maintain responsible gambling measures, protect player data, and use fair gaming practices.

Because the license ensures player safety, there’s no need to play at casinos with no license. Not only is it illegal, it’s risky.

Remember the legal age and geolocation restrictions

The legal age for gambling in Pennsylvania is 21 years old. This applies to both online and land-based gambling activities. Anyone attempting to gamble online in Philadelphia must verify their age with an ID and identity before being allowed to place bets or play casino games, which applies in-person and online.

Platforms also use advanced geolocation technology to ensure that players are physically located within Pennsylvania borders before allowing access to online gambling services. So, no, you cannot use a VPN to trick the system. They’ll know.

Online gambling platforms in Philadelphia must use geolocation technology to confirm that players are within Pennsylvania’s state boundaries. This is necessary to ensure that individuals from out-of-state cannot illegally participate in online gambling activities.

If a player attempts to access an online gambling site from outside Pennsylvania, they will be blocked from placing any bets or playing casino games. This also applies to players temporarily outside the state for travel or work.

Do players have to pay taxes off of their winnings?

Like in many other states, Pennsylvania’s gambling winnings are also subject to state and federal taxes. If you are lucky enough to snatch a win, you must report it in your tax return: no exceptions, I’m afraid.

Online casino and poker winnings in Pennsylvania are taxed at a rate of 15%. Sports betting winnings are taxed at 36% for operators, but players must report and pay taxes on their winnings accordingly.

At the federal level, gambling winnings are subject to IRS taxes. The IRS requires players to report gambling income on their tax returns, and winnings over a certain amount (which is typically $600) may result in the issuance of a tax form (W-2G). However, we recommend that you check this with the IRS before filing.