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Update: Berks County under a flash flood warning Monday morning
On Monday at 6:07 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flash flood warning in effect until 7:30 a.m. for Berks County. "At 6:07 a.m., Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated showers and thunderstorms that produced between 1 and 4.5 inches of rain across the warned area have weakened and mostly moved to the south and east. Portions of Route 422 in Exeter Township are closed due to flash flooding," according to the weather service. "This includes Interstate 176 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 3 and 11."
Philly teams unite to hold epic Philadelphia Girls Sports initiative
From basketball to hockey, the six major sports teams in the area including the Philadelphia Union, Eagles, 76ers, Wings, Flyers and Phillies allowed girls from around the Delaware Valley to showcase their skills.
Researchers test water pipes for lead in Wrightsville, York County
WRIGHTSVILLE, Pa. — Researchers from Drexel University tested water pipes in Wrightsville, York County. This is part of a research project to find faster, less intrusive ways of determining whether a pipe is made of lead rather than digging it up. News 8 was with the crew as they...
Man, woman shot on the street in Kensington, police say
Two people are in the hospital after a shooting that took place in Kensington Monday afternoon. At around 3:59 p.m., police responded to reports of a person with a gun. When police arrived along the 100 block of East Clearfield Street they found a man and a woman suffering from gunshot wounds, police said.
Ex-Philly officer Edsual Mendoza gets at least 8 years in killing of 12-year-old Thomas ‘T.J.’ Sidiero
A fired Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting of a fleeing 12-year-old boy was sentenced Monday to at least eight years in prison. Edsaul Mendoza, a five-year veteran of the force who was fired a week after the shooting in 2022, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in April in the shooting of Thomas “T.J.” Siderio.
Doylestown Competition Gives Winner $250,000 to Treat a Childhood Cancer
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A competition in Doylestown last week resulted in a Philadelphia-based biotech company winning a $250,000 prize to find a treatment for a cancer that affects young children. The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, which is based in Doylestown, held the competition on July 18 during its 10th Annual Entrepreneur Spotlight. Three startups in the biotechnology sector presented their work as part of the competition.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Four judges and an audience of nearly 100 professionals from the biotech industry chose the winner during the competition. In a close vote, they chose HULA...
Inter Arma Have a Handful of East Coast Shows Lined Up
Months after the release of their latest album New Heaven, Inter Arma‘s got some live dates coming up that you should absolutely go to if you’re able to get out to the east coast. For five days this coming September, the insanely heavy blackened post-metal outfit will be...
Family of CHOP doctor killed in crash joins cyclists in calls for change
The parents of Dr. Barbara Friedes, a 30-year old cyclist who was killed while riding her bike in Center City last week, say her death could have been prevented. They are joining advocates and Philadelphia cyclists in calling for change. "There is no sense in any of it. There is...
Philadelphia Physician Dr. David L. Mattingly Settles for $72,000 in Improper Opioid Prescribing Allegations
The U.S. Attorney's Office in Eastern Pennsylvania has disclosed a settlement involving Dr. David L. Mattingly, a Philadelphia-area osteopathic physician, who faced allegations of improperly prescribing opioid medications. According to a press release, U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero stated that Dr. Mattingly has agreed to pay $72,000 to the government and is now subject to stringent restrictions that bar him from prescribing almost all controlled substances, including opioids such as oxycodone. The allegations stem from Dr. Mattingly's prescribing practices between February 2015 and September 2018, which were found to not fully comply with the Controlled Substances Act's requirements for legitimate medical purposes and customary professional practice.
Victims ID'd After Deadly Mass Shooting In Philadelphia
Akil Jones, 33, Rashie Jones, 29, and Sekayi Robinson, 23, died after gunfire rang out at a cookout on the 1200 block of North Alden Street around 2 a.m., according to authorities. The Joneses were brothers, police noted. Five other men and one woman were also shot and hospitalized in...
The Burpee Open Will Showcase the Gardening Giant’s Doylestown Home This Weekend
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A local farm that’s home to the gardening giant Burpee will open its doors to give the public a rare peek at its gardens and estate this weekend. Fordhook Farm, which is located at105 New Britain Rd. (across from the side entrance to Delaware Valley University), is home to Burpee’s product testing operations. Because the gates to the farm are open to the public only one day a year, the event offers a rare chance to see the test gardens of one of the biggest gardening companies in the United States.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR...
Woman Charged in Connection with Shooting of Infant in Philadelphia's Holmesburg Area
A woman has been arrested and charged in connection to the shooting of a 7-month-old boy in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood. The shooting, which occurred around 5:51 p.m. last Thursday on the 4000 block of Meridian Street, resulted in a swift response from law enforcement. According to 6abc, the suspect was taken into custody the following night and is currently awaiting formal charges.
Madison Morales Salazar ID'd In Deadly Philly Crash
Morales Salazar, her mother, and her 13-year-old sister were all struck on North Front Street at the intersection with Wyoming Avenue around 9 p.m., city police said previously. The mother and 13-year-old sustained injuries to their feet and ankles and were taken to Albert Einstein Medical Center, while 22-month-old Madison...
Fundraiser for LEV27 set for July 24-25
The Chiropractic and Injury Center of Langhorne is hosting its Christmas in July Patient Appreciation Days and Fundraiser on July 24 and 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 320 Middletown Boulevard, Suite 303, Langhorne. On July 24, all existing patients will receive a free adjustment. On July 25,...
Philadelphia husband, wife helping people in recovery rebuild — with tacos, coffee, yoga
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A husband and wife in long-term recovery are making an impact in Philadelphia with their "Unity" brand, helping people in recovery rebuild their lives.One of their businesses is serving up second chances in Manayunk — and tacos.Rich Schellenberger prepares every taco with gratitude inside Unity Taqueria, also known as Unity Taco, in Manayunk. As the general manager of the restaurant preps each burrito, he can trace back to the days he struggled with substance abuse as a vice president at a top 10 bank in the U.S."I was trading derivatives and doing head strategies," Schellenberger...
Habitat for Humanity welcomes new board members
Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County announced the addition of four prominent leaders to its board of directors, effective July 1. The new board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing Habitat Bucks’ mission of “Building Communities, Empowering Families” through attainable housing. The newly-elected...
New Bensalem career firefighter sworn in
Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo, director of public safety Bill McVey and Fire Chief Mark Antozzeski recently welcomed Chris Bacanskas to the Bensalem Fire Rescue team. Bacanskas graduated from Philadelphia Academy Charter School and attended Community College of Philadelphia and Holy Family University. He served eight years as a volunteer...
Parx executive to join Family Service board
Family Service Association of Bucks County announced that Patricia Rooney, PHR, is joining the agency’s board of directors. A successful human resources professional, she brings vast field experience, particularly in the areas of organizational development, global management and policies/procedures, among many others. Since 2012, Rooney has served as director...
Blazers get hot down the stretch, win 3 in a row as team clinches play-in berth
Entering the final weekend of the East Coast Collegiate Baseball League regular season, the Quakertown Blazers needed to win four of their final six games. Playing 43 innings from a first pitch at 7 p.m. Friday night to a 4 p.m. first pitch Monday, it wasn’t going to be easy to accomplish this.
Rocking fundraiser to combat food insecurity
The Blue Bar, 119 York Road, Warminster, is rocking against hunger at a special fundraiser for the Warminster Food Bank on July 27, from 3 p.m. to midnight. The fundraiser will be an indoor/outdoor event with performances from seven local bands. The outdoor portion takes place from 3 to 6...
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