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Disston Mansion, Time Capsule of North Philly’s Gilded Age, Heads to Auction
At 4:30 a.m. on October 21, 1883, Albert H. Disston took his last breath somewhere in the confines of his dizzying mansion in North Philadelphia. A scion of the world-renowned Disston Saw Works family, Disston was just 34. He left behind a wife, three children, and the four-story, late-Victorian behemoth Disston had completed and moved into just months prior.
Dispute Leads To Shooting Inside Philly Auto Body Shop: Police
At approximately 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 27, a shooting incident occurred inside Hollywood Collision Auto Body at 100 West Erie Avenue, police said. Officers responded to a report of a dispute inside the lobby of the business. The female victim was transported to Temple Hospital by police, where she is...
Congressman Intervenes, Electric Bills Skyrocket In South Jersey
This has been the summer of surprises for many residents who live in South Jersey. Throughout the summer, people have been shocked by the increase in their electric bills. In some cases, people have seen an increase of double, triple, and even quadruple the amount they paid just a year ago.
Developer Presents Plans for 329 Apartments in West Chester
The Michaels Organization, based in Camden, New Jersey, and Core Development presented plans for 329 apartment units in West Chester. The Michaels Organization, based in Camden, New Jersey, and Core Development recently presented plans to West Chester Borough Council to build 329 apartment units across from borough hall, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News.
Exton Senior Living Earns Gold for Rapid Response
EXTON, PA — Exton Senior Living has been awarded IntegraCare’s Gold Level accolade for its swift response to residents’ callbell requests in the second quarter of 2024. This recognition marks an improvement from the Silver Level achieved in the first quarter, with staff responding to calls in an average time of 1 minute and 54 seconds.
"Urgent care" for pets opens in King of Prussia
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. (CBS) -- A new way to get medical care for your pets is now open in Montgomery County. Getting a convenient appointment with the vet can be tough and veterinary hospitals should only be used for real emergencies now there's something in between.Theo is the Lampe family's kitten who's needed different medical treatments for a birth defect."Ranging from standard to emergency to urgent. So that's what brought us here a couple of times," Jessie Lampe said.Instead of appointments with a vet or a veterinary hospital, Jessie Lampe turned to Pet Medic in King of Prussia. "Luckily, we...
Kelly Kane, 41, Killed In Philadelphia: Police
On a GoFundMe page, they said Kelly Kane "was stolen from us as she was intervening to avoid violence." Police did not detail the circumstances of her death, only saying that she was shot in the arm shortly after midnight on Monday, Aug. 26 on the 2500 block of Kensington Avenue.
Remains found in cave near Pennsylvania hiking trail nearly 50 years ago identified
The body of Nicolas Paul Grubb, 27, was found in a cave by hikers on a Berks County hiking trail in January 1977. It was determined Grubb overdosed on phenobarbital and pentobarbital. Investigators were recently able to identify the remains by locating the original fingerprint card and submitting it into...
Pennsylvania snack food company sold, closing facility
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Stuffed Puffs, a Pennsylvania-based snack food company, will close its Bethlehem facility after being purchased by a manufacturer in Texas. According to the Department of Labor & Industry, Stuffed Puffs, LLC, which is located at 3910 Stuffed Puffs Place in Bethlehem, recently submitted a WARN notice ahead of its upcoming closure.
Man Shoots, Kills Ex-Girlfriend In South Jersey Murder-Suicide: Prosecutors
A man shot and killed his ex-girlfriend in a murder-suicide in Vineland, authorities said.The 21-year-old woman identified as "M.R." and the 22-year-old man identified as "J.C.S." died in the shooting on Monday, Aug. 26, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said in a news release. …
Your choice: Vote for the best linebacker in Delaware high school football
You’ve seen our preseason rankings of the top linebackers in Delaware high school football. Now, we want to hear from you. Who is the most intense? Aggressive? Athletic? Who has...
Judge shoots down Cabela’s bid to stymie Delaware probe into thousands of rounds of ammo shoplifted from Christiana Mall store
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Delaware has been locked for 18 months in what Attorney General Kathy Jennings calls a “ridiculous” legal tussle with the Cabela’s outdoor gear company. The...
Your election guide for county and Delaware House races in New Castle County
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect New Castle County Council District 7's candidate Michael Brown's status as former vice president of the NAACP Newark Branch. Delaware’s primary election is coming up soon. Here’s a rundown of what to expect on your ballot this year if you live in New Castle County,...
Former state treasurer and outgoing governor to square off in Wilmington mayoral primary
The race for Wilmington's mayoral seat has intensified following Mayor Mike Purzycki's announcement that he would not seek a third term. Wilmington's upcoming primary election is shaping up to be a contest between two prominent Delaware politicians: former City Treasurer Velda Jones-Potter and outgoing Gov. John Carney. Both candidates bring significant political experience...
Delaware nonprofit launches $10,000 in 'mini grants' for school boards: Education roundup
Class is now in session. Well, school starts both this week and next for most systems across Delaware. And education in the state has already been making headlines regardless, from back-to-school dates and supply events, to public school board dysfunction and new bans around student cellphones. ...
Models hit the runway making a statement with sustainable fashion at Delaware Goodwill
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. An audience at a Goodwill outlet in New Castle, Delaware, cheered and whistled as a model strutted down a runway, wearing an orange fringe cropped jacket, white skirt, black bedazzled tights and see-through platform heels.
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