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Regan, of Pine Valley, re-elected PA FOP prez
The Fraternal Order of Police Pennsylvania State Lodge re-elected Pine Valley resident Joseph Regan, a retired Lower Merion Township Police Department patrolman, to serve another term as president. The entire Regan slate won the election and will serve two years in office. The election concluded the PA FOP’s conference in Bethlehem.
Opponents and Their Lawyer Speak Out; Princeton Council, Not Swayed, Green Lights Seminary Apartment Project
Princeton, NJ – The opposition to the 238-unit apartment complex on Stockton Street at Hibben Road turned out in force Monday night, July 22, as Princeton Council held its public hearing on the ordinance establishing a redevelopment plan for the 4-plus acre site. Many of the same people who...
A Lehigh Valley high school tennis star has created a free camp to bring the sport to those who normally don’t have access
Parkland High’s Alexandria Warsing is one of the best high school tennis players in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, District 11 and arguably the state. She has been the district singles runner-up each of the past two years as a freshman and sophomore, and has led the Trojans to two undefeated seasons. She has competed nationally since the age of 8, placed first in a national doubles tournament and was awarded the USTA Middle State Sportsmanship Award last year.
Lansdale man draws prison for attempting to meet an underage girl for sex
NORRISTOWN — A Lansdale man was sent to prison after he admitted that he had online conversations with who he believed was a 14-year-old girl and took substantial steps to arrange a sexual encounter with the girl, who in reality was an undercover detective. Ian Patrick Horrocks, 46, of...
Trenton’s former first lady Betty Holland celebrates 90th birthday (L.A. PARKER COLUMN)
Betty Holland celebrated her 90th birthday Sunday amid friends, family members and memories. The former First Lady of the City of Trenton, as wife to Mayor Arthur Holland, enjoyed a party inside The Refectory Restaurant on the campus of Villanova University. Hundreds of displayed photos captured Holland’s life as First...
Quakertown, Perkiomen stay unbeaten in Region 2 Legion baseball playoffs
As the defending Pennsylvania American Legion state and Region 2 champion, the Quakertown baseball team has the respect of Lower Macungie manager Jeff Smith. So, while Smith was disappointed his club lost 5-2 to Quakertown on Day 2 of the Region 2 tournament on Sunday night, he was also proud of the determination and effort his players put forth.
1 pedestrian killed, 1 hurt in Michigan when trailer hauling boat breaks free and strikes them
HOLLAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — One person was killed and another was hurt in western Michigan when a trailer hauling a pontoon boat disconnected from the vehicle towing it and struck them. The victims were walking along a bike path Sunday afternoon in Holland Township when they were struck...
Northampton County farm’s cow cuddling business is a comforting escape in troubled times
In a straw-strewn nook at Klein Farms, a pair of 6-month-old calves named Jayda and Jambalaya stand waiting for guests, ready to give themselves over to a session of cooing and cuddling with people in search of a break from life’s ever-spiraling anxieties. You need only cast your mind...
Ex-bookkeeper at Bridgeport business admits to embezzling more than $100,000, will face accusations of more
NORRISTOWN — The former bookkeeper and vice president of finance and human resources for a Bridgeport office furniture supply business admitted to stealing more than $102,000 from her employer to support what prosecutors alleged was a “lavish lifestyle” including trips and attending concerts and sporting events. Linda...
Fontana Approved as Acting Assistant Superintendent of the Phillipsburg School District
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The Phillipsburg Board of Education approved a series of personnel changes at their Monday, July 22, 2024 meeting at the Sargent Avenue Board of Education Center building. Fontana to Serve as Acting Assistant Superintendent. Among the key items at Monday’s meeting, the board voted on the...
(VIDEO) Lebanon discusses infrastructure, garbage collection
LEBANON - The Borough Council discussed infrastructure improvement and garbage disposal issues Wednesday, July 17. Borough Council President Richard Burton gave a high-level overview of the Infrastructure Committee presentation, listing some recent borough improvements and future projects. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value good...
Bucks County gym celebrates 19th anniversary
Flex Force Training, a locally-owned gym offering personal training, small group training, and group classes in Hulmeville, is celebrating a milestone anniversary of 10 years in business!. Since its founding, owner Katey Smyth has prioritized creating an environment where there’s a plan for everyone no matter where they are in...
Lawrence Post 414 makes it three MCALL winners on opening day of the American Legion State Final 8
WOOD-RIDGE — Lawrence Post 414’s baseball team was not about to be left out of all the fun in the sun Sunday in the opening round of the New Jersey American Legion State Final 8 at the Wood-Ridge Athletic Complex. After seeing both of the Mercer County American...
Bristol Borough Man Embarks on 550-Mile Bike Ride to Fight Cancer
Eric Sokalski of Bristol Borough has begun a 550-mile bike journey from New York City to Niagara Falls to raise funds for cancer research. Eric Sokalski of Bristol Borough has begun a 550-mile bike journey from New York City to Niagara Falls to raise funds for cancer research, writes Tom Sofield for Levittown Now.
South Whitehall likely to put open space tax on next year’s primary ballot
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Raising taxes to fund open space preservation in the township soon may get on the ballot. South Whitehall Board of Commissioners on Wednesday heard a presentation of the status of South Whitehall Landscapes, a months-long study of how the township can preserve its natural, historical and agricultural resources.
Lance Parry, retired senior news editor at The Inquirer, has died at 76
Lance Parry, 76, formerly of Malvern, retired award-winning news editor at The Inquirer, former managing editor at Allentown’s Call-Chronicle Newspapers Inc., digital publishing pioneer, and onetime commander of America’s Boating Club Valley Forge, died Tuesday, July 16, of organ failure at Paoli Hospital. Intellectual, inquisitive, professionally versatile, and...
Whitehouse Rescue saves chickens, goats, birds after 18-wheeler crashes into barn
READINGTON TWP. - Members of the Whitehouse Rescue Squad were dispatched at about 9 a.m. on Monday, July 22, on a report an 18-wheel tractor trailer had crashed into a barn, according to the squad's Facebook post. The squad's Heavy Rescue 22-5 and Rescue BLS 22-55 responded, and unified command...
Bucks County Shines in Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly Awards
Game Gallery in Langhorne is one of a handful of Bucks County businesses highlighted in Philadelphia Magazine's Best of Philly list. Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly awards celebrated their 50th anniversary by recognizing four standout destinations in Bucks County, highlighting the area’s unique attractions. At 140 North Pine...
Funding secured for West Rockhill transmission water line
WEST ROCKHILL — Funding for a North Penn Water Authority (NPWA) transmission water main in West Rockhill has been secured following PENNVEST’s approval of a $5.7 million loan for the project. The news was announced by the office of state Rep. Craig Staats in a press release. “I...
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