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‘Pinnacle Man’, a mystery for decades after being found frozen in a cave, has been identified as Nicolas Paul Grubb of Fort Washington, officials say
Nicolas Paul Grubb, formerly of Fort Washington and also known as the “Pinnacle Man”, was positively identified by the Berks County Coroner’s Office 47 years after he was found frozen in a cave below the Pinnacle on the Appalachian Trail. The discovery was made on January 16,...
Mexican national from Pitman, NJ, drowns in wildlife area
A citizen of Mexico, who was living in Pitman, has died after going swimming in a wildlife management area in Gloucester County. The Monroe Township Police Department says just after 2:00 Thursday afternoon, August 29th, their officers were called to the Cedar Lake Wildlife Management Area off Jackson Road for a reported drowning.
MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
MCCC is seeking applications Payroll Administrator, Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift, and Student Accounting Assistant. Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications Payroll Administrator, Maintenance Mechanic – 2nd Shift, and Student Accounting Assistant. Payroll Administrator. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, Disbursement Management, the Payroll Administrator is responsible...
Popular Indoor Trampoline, Entertainment Park Chain Scouts Chester County for New Location
Sky Zone, the chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening a location in Chester County. Sky Zone, the popular chain of indoor trampoline and entertainment parks, is planning on opening two more locations in the Philadelphia region, including one in Chester County, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
NJ police department has your back when on vacation
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP (Gloucester) — Ring cameras are widely seen in neighborhoods, but there’s nothing like having an in-person presence. No, I’m not saying you should never leave the house. But when you do, and if you live in Gloucester County, the Washington Township Police Department has your...
3 people killed in multi-vehicle Hatboro, Pa. crash identified
Authorities have released the names of the three people killed in a multi-vehicle crash in Hatboro, Montgomery County.The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23 in the area of County Line Road and Park Avenue.According to police, 31-year-old Joseph Snavely of Southampton was driving a Chevy Camaro westbound on County Line Road when the vehicle crossed into the eastbound lanes.That's when the Camaro struck a Nissan SUV, driven by 69-year-old Anne Swoyer of Hatboro.A Hyundai, which was behind the Nissan, was also involved in the crash.Snavely and Swoyer were pronounced dead at the scene.A passenger in Snavely's Camaro, 31-year-old Gabrielle Sims of Southampton, died at the hospital.Another passenger in the Camaro and the driver of the Hyundai were also taken to the hospital.
Multiple drownings in NJ this week, with the latest in South Jersey
MONROE (Gloucester) — Another drowning reported this summer in New Jersey, this time in Gloucester County. Rescuers were notified around 2 p.m. Thursday about a missing swimmer around the Cedar Lake Wildlife Management area, according to a statement from Monroe Township Police Department. A New Jersey State Police helicopter...
Doylestown-based Powerlytics Raises $5.9M in Second Series B Round, Plans to Grow Its Headcount Significantly
Doylestown-based Powerlytics, a startup that helps banks assess customers' credit and tax risk, raised $5.9 million in its second Series B round with plans to significantly increase its headcount. Doylestown-based Powerlytics managed to raise $5.9 million in its second Series B round with plans on significantly increasing its headcount, writes...
The Capital Grille opens its first Bucks County location next week; here's what to expect
The Village at Newtown shopping center has established itself as a destination for dining in Bucks County, featuring a host of restaurants, pubs and bakeries, including Harvest Seasonal Grill, Turning Point, Iron Hill Brewery, Bomba Taco + Bar, Nothing Bundt Cakes, MOD Pizza, Chopt, Crumbl Cookies, Árdana and Bobby Chez Gourmet To-Go.
Bucks County Italian Market Launches Alto Bakery & Caffè in Warminster
Inside of Altomonte's, the Italian grocery store in Warminster and Doylestown that will be soon launching Alto Bakery & Caffe. Altomonte’s, the iconic Italian market and delicatessen operating in Doylestown and Warminster, is launching a bakery and cafe, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Alto Bakery & Caffè, which...
Man Arrested With 'Weapon Of Mass Destruction' Was Wanted In Northampton County
Thomas Stocker Jr. was arrested on Friday, Aug. 30 in Monroe County, according to Slate Belt Regional Police. One of his charges is possessing or manufacturing weapons of mass destruction, police said. On April 25, at approximately 10 p.m., a Slate Belt Regional Police Officer on patrol observed a male...
Gettysburg restaurant closed “for the foreseeable future”
GETTYSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A local American-style restaurant in Gettysburg recently announced that they have closed their doors. Food 101, which is located at 101 Chambersburg Street in Gettysburg, is a local eatery that has been offering scratch-made cuisines since 2015. Earlier today on August 30, Food 101 shared...
Coroner ID's man killed in Fiery crash near Berks high school
L. HEIDELBERG TWP., Pa. – We now know the identity of the victim in a fiery crash near a high school in Berks County. Brian Strubhar, 56, of Pine Grove Township, died in the two-vehicle crash, the Berks County Coroner's Office confirms. The cars collided near Conrad Weiser High School during the evening rush.
Despite Financial Woes, SEPTA Plans to Expand Its Regional Rail Service Next Month
Despite a mounting budget crisis, SEPTA plans to increase its Regional Rail service next month by adding 123 trains to the schedule. Despite a mounting budget crisis, SEPTA plans on increasing its Regional Rail service next month, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The agency will add 123...
Wanted: Suspect for Residential Burglary in the 14th District [VIDEO]
The PPD Northwest Detective Division is attempting to identify the individual responsible for this residential burglary. On August 22, 2024, at 11:38 am at 7xx E. Phil Ellena St the complainant reported his home was burglarized by an unknown black male. The complainant reported while he was at work his...
Eclectic rockers from Bucks County cancel tour due to mental health issues
A popular rock band known for its eclectic mix of styles, and which hails from Pennsylvania, is taking a break from hitting the stage, at least for now. Ween — formed by Aaron Freeman (AKA Gene Ween) and Mickey Melchiondo (AKA Dean Ween) in New Hope, Bucks County, in 1984 — announced the band is going to “step away from the stage for the foreseeable future,” according to a Thursday X post.
Brian Snitker blew Braves' opener vs Phillies with familiar blunder from 2023 NLDS
Braves fans were having flashbacks last night as they watched Atlanta squander a 4-0 lead to their rivals. The Phillies completed the 5-4 comeback victory with two giant swings late in the ballgame. This win not only ended the Braves winning streak, but also pushed Atlanta to six games back in the NL East race.
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