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Loud boom reported in parts of NJ, NYC
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — Social media was abuzz Tuesday with reports of a loud boom noise heard in parts of New Jersey and New York City. NASA’s Meteoroid Environments Office told PIX11 News it estimates that a fireball may have flown about 49 miles above Upper Bay near Greenville Yard in Jersey City. Based on reports […]
Baby in NJ dies after being left in 100-degree parked car
LAKEWOOD — An infant died Monday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle on one of the hottest days of the year, according to the Ocean County Proseuctor's Office. Prosecutor Bradley Billihimer said Lakewood police were notified about a child in cardiac arrest outside the Kollel Cheshek Shlomo on New Egypt Road around 1:45 p.m.
US charges addiction software promoter Fallcatcher with criminal fraud
Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia have unsealed a March 2023 grand jury indictment against Cleothus Lefty Jackson, who they say made "false and misleading" statements about his company, Fallcatcher, when he told Philadelphia-area investors it was developing anti-addiction tracking devices and software for government agencies and insurers. Neither insurers nor state...
MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
MCCC seeks Building Maintenance Supervisor, Dean of Students, Coordinator of Enrollment Operations, and MLT Microbiology Lab Faculty. Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for Building Maintenance Supervisor (Blue Bell and Pottstown), Dean of Students, Coordinator of Enrollment Operations, and MLT Microbiology Lab Faculty (Part-time Applicant Pool). Building Maintenance...
Final Severe Thunderstorm Threat Comes Wednesday As Cold Front Will End Heat Wave Soon After; New Pattern Coming?
Thunderstorms were localized Tuesday across Southeast PA, while Upstate NY was hit very hard by tornadoes and widespread damaging winds that created an absolute mess up there. Meanwhile, Harrisburg hit 103° and parts of the Cumberland Valley in South Central PA reached 105°. As many areas plunge into drought conditions, it’s safe to say we are in desperate need of a pattern change.
Pennsylvania's top elections official praises Franklin County elections team
Pennsylvania's top elections official gave Franklin County's elections team a good review following a recent meeting in Chambersburg. As elections in the state are run at the county level, Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt is more than halfway through visiting all 67 counties to meet local leaders and learn more about their election operations.
Report: States like Pennsylvania struggle to access funds for mine cleanup and redevelopment
Flowering lily pads float on a lotus pond. Pollinators buzz through patches of coneflower and marigold. Paths wind through deep green woodlands, hazy meadows and vivid gardens at the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, highlighting the flora of the Allegheny Plateau ecoregion. But the land west of Pittsburgh the garden sits on...
100+ homes in greater Glenside experiencing power outages as of 9pm Tuesday
According to PECO’s County/Municipal Outage Report as of 9:00pm, the following areas are currently experiencing power outages due to tonight’s storm:. You can report a power outage and/or receive text and email notifications with important outage information via PECO here. According to Accuweather’s hourly forecast, skies should begin...
5 questions with Villanova’s Kyle Neptune
Kyle Neptune is entering a pivotal season at Villanova. The Wildcats have missed the NCAA Tournament in each of the past two years after dealing with key injuries to players like Cam Whitmore and Justin Moore. I caught up with Neptune this week in Philadelphia to discuss last season’s loss to Marquette in the Big East Tournament, what he’s learned since becoming Villanova’s head coach, and much more.
DNC steers $15M to battleground states, including Pa.
The Democratic National Committee is directing nearly $2 million to the Pennsylvania Democratic Party as part of a $15 million investment into battleground state parties. “As MAGA Republicans descend on Milwaukee to nominate a serial liar, cheater and convicted felon in Donald Trump, Democrats are leaving nothing to chance and investing heavily in Pennsylvania to ensure Joe Biden and Kamala Harris win this election,” said Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair Jaime Harrison in a statement.
Philadelphia severe weather: Storms knock down trees, taking power lines, leaving thousands in dark
PHILADELPHIA - Tuesday saw the heat rise to a dangerous level in the middle of a third heat wave, but the heating of the day brought severe weather to the region. Storms began to form late in the afternoon, beginning in the Lehigh Valley and moving south and east, bringing damaging winds, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall.
Drexel University names interim president
This is a developing story, updates will be posted as they come in. In an email sent to faculty and staff by Board of Trustees Chair Richard Greenwalt, it was announced that Denis P. O’Brien would be named interim President of Drexel University. President John Fry was announced to be leaving Drexel to become the president of Temple University earlier this month. Fry stated at that time that he would remain at Drexel until a suitable successor could be found.
Dunlop worked himself into Father Judge star, leader
Some kids might rest on their laurels, knowing they’re going to play for their father. Gavin Dunlop did the exact opposite. Dunlop is a rising senior at Father Judge High School and the name is well known through the Crusader community. His father, John, is the school’s longtime soccer coach as well as a business teacher at the school.
Police search for meat thieves who made off with $15,000 worth of beef
Police are investigating a rash of thefts and robberies across the city they say have targeted cargo trucks carrying meat. Investigators count nine such robberies and two attempts since June 26.
73-Acre Chester County Property Snatched Up By Fort Washington Homebuilder
Fort Washington-based Foxlane Homes buys a 73-acre undeveloped property in Chester County, with plans to build dozens of single-family homes. Fort Washington-based Foxlane Homes has bought a 73-acre undeveloped property in Chester County, where it plans to build dozens of single-family homes, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Newrez LLC Earns Spot in Scotsman Guide’s 2024 Top Mortgage Lenders
FORT WASHINGTON, PA — Newrez LLC has secured a place in the Scotsman Guide’s 2024 Top Mortgage Lenders list, an annual ranking that celebrates excellence in the mortgage industry. This accolade highlights both leading mortgage lenders and individual loan originators (LOs). Newrez has consistently demonstrated industry leadership, frequently...
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