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Bucks County man pleads guilty to charges related to string of robberies and abductions last summer
Prince Amoabeng, 25, of Langhorne pleaded guilty Thursday to charges including aggravated assault, robbery, unlawful restraint and gun offenses relating to a string of robberies and abductions in Philadelphia last summer.
Man draws prison for role in shooting of Pottstown man
NORRISTOWN — One of two men charged in connection with the shooting and wounding of a Pottstown man during an apparent robbery outside the Wickerton Heights Apartments on Manatawny Street has pleaded guilty to an assault-related charge. Shamire Young, 22, of the 3200 block of Monument Street in Philadelphia,...
Foodie: Sanatoga Pizza Open; Taco Bell Freebie; Wings Day
SANATOGA PA – Tuesday (July 23, 2024) was the big day for Sanatoga Pizza, 2209 E. High St., the newest pizza producer in greater Pottstown. It marked its official opening, and staffers on the phone there said they were busy at mid-day answering calls and taking orders. The restaurant...
Convenient color combo leads to college pick for LC's Sanyiah Littlejohn
Andrew Robinson (@ADRobinson3) Some people just look good in certain colors. Sanyiah Littlejohn figured out her best colors are green and gold, having seen plenty of success wearing those colors through three years at Lansdale Catholic. George Mason’s colors are green and gold too and thanks to a year-long process, Littlejohn decided it might not be a bad idea to stay in those colors at the next level as well.
Gov. Josh Shapiro, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker speak on Kamala Harris endorsements
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke Friday morning as the Philadelphia Building Trades as the announced their endorsement of Harris for president.
Christmas In July at Bucks County Playhouse to Provide Special Offers & Discounts
Bucks County Playhouse is kicking off its 2024 Holiday Celebration with “Christmas in July,” July 25 – July 31. As part of the early push for the holidays, Bucks County Playhouse is adding holiday programming, offering special promotions, and launching package deals that are perfect gifts for family and friends.
Philly rapper Mia ‘Petty Levels’ Bennett dies at 23, record label reports
PHILADELPHIA - A popular influencer turned rapper from Philadelphia, Mia Bennett, also known as Petty Levels, has died at the age of 23, reports say. Reports of the rapper’s death swarmed social media Wednesday evening with many fans and loved ones showering Bennett with love. Chosen One Records, her...
Warren County Man Charged with Child Endangerment after Tip of SnapChat Saves and Images Reported
WARREN COUNTY, NJ - Authorities released that a Belvidere native has been charged with child endangerment for knowingly possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Kyle F. Fasulka, 20, was charged with one count of endangering the welfare of children for knowingly possessing images that depict CSAM.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The investigation into Fasulka began after law enforcement was tipped off by a received report that several images allegedly portraying children being sexually exploited and abused was saved to an account on Snapchat. During the investigation, detectives from the Warren County Prosecutor’s Office were...
Body discovered in Delaware River identified as missing man: police
PHILADELPHIA - New details have emerged after police say the body of a man in his 40s was found in the Delaware River Thursday. At around 3:30 p.m., Philadelphia police responded to reports of a body in the river at Linden and Delaware Avenues. Upon arrival, the Philadelphia Police Marine...
Phillies recent blockbuster trade rumor could be shot down with latest update
The 2024 MLB season has featured several teams hovering around or barely above .500, with few exceptions. The Philadelphia Phillies are one of them. At 64-38, they not only have a commanding lead in the NL East, but they have the best record in baseball. Knowing this, the Phillies are...
Philly’s Freedom Schools Literacy Academy wants to build a national pipeline of Black teachers
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Two decades ago, Ariel Lajara participated in Freedom Schools Literacy Academy, a four-week paid apprenticeship summer program designed to inspire high school and college students of color to pursue a career in teaching and education advocacy.
FYI Philly's sneak peek at shows coming to Broadway in Philadelphia this season
This week on FYI Philly, the stars of Broadway are taking center stage.We've got a backstage pass to the shows Ensemble Arts Philly is bringing to Philadelphia for the 2024-25 season.We also look at the upcoming season for The Philadelphia Orchestra.Ensemble Arts Philly: Broadway Shows | Tickets | Facebook | InstagramPhiladelphia Orchestra | Tickets | Facebook | InstagramEnsemble Arts Philly welcomes Rhubarb Hospitality to concession areasRhubarb Hospitality Collection by Oak View Group is the newest addition to Ensemble Arts Philly.The group will be in charge of concessions for all of the Broadway shows and orchestra concerts across all venues.They debuted...
Former Greensgrow space in West Philly could be revitalized under new nonprofit
Two summers ago, the Greensgrow urban farm in West Philadelphia shuttered abruptly amid a unionization push and a check fraud scheme that the struggling nonprofit said had left the organization $33,000 in the hole. The original Greensgrow Farms in Kensington went down with it, leaving the future of the two lots in question.
Boar's Head Recalls More Than 200,000 Pounds Of Deli Meat Amid Listeria Concerns
Boar's Head is recalling over 200,000 pounds of liverwurst and other deli meats due to possible listeria contamination. According to the FDA, Listeria presents significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. Authorities are investigating a possible link between recent contamination and a listeria outbreak that has caused two deaths. These...
Phillies deal outfielder Pache, reliever Domínguez to Baltimore for 2023 All-Star outfielder Hays
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies acquired outfielder Austin Hays from the Baltimore Orioles on Friday in exchange for right-handed pitcher Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian Pache in a deal between the East Division leaders in both leagues. The starting center fielder in the 2023 All-Star Game for...
Application window opens soon for new Cumberland County affordable housing community
A little over a year ago, a Cumberland County nonprofit broke ground on an $18.1 million affordable housing project. Carlisle-based Safe Harbour broke ground on Harbour Village in 2024 on five acres of vacant land in South Middleton Township, bordering the borough of Carlisle near the Carlisle United Methodist Church on South Spring Garden Street. Harbour Village will include six residential buildings with 40 units and a community building on Harbour Village Drive.
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