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Hatboro homicide intersects with PA’s ‘Stand Your Ground’ law
City & State PA published an article on Tuesday, July 30 titled “The trial of a Black veteran will test PA’s ‘Stand your ground’ law” which analyzes a recent homicide in Hatboro. The backstory: Maurice Byrd, owner of Razor Reese’s Salon and Spa in the...
Homebuyers growing weary as home prices are rising in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
AMBLER, Pa. (CBS) — As home prices continue to rise nationwide, first-time homebuyers in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are growing weary."It's rough," Ashley Hughes said.Hughes was talking about her journey as a first-time homebuyer. She walked through a home up for sale in Ambler. She said she worried about being outbid by buyers willing to pay more money."The rejection," she said. "To sit down and put an offer in, and you don't get it and then you're back at square one, things like that."She was bracing herself because, according to Tri-County Suburban REALTORS, home prices are rising. In Montgomery County, June...
Feds Warn New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania Residents to Remove this from Wallets Immediately
Are you sitting at an angle with it in your back pocket?. It may be time to give your trusty friend some relief by going through it and tossing the stuff you don't need. You know, like the coupon for 5% off your next TCBY purchase. Do they even exist anymore?
Flight canceled in Pennsylvania? You can now file a complaint with the state
A new online form from the Attorney General allows Pa. travelers to file complaints over their flights. HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a new complaint form for Pennsylvanians who encounter hardships with airline travel. The form is available online and is a response to an uptick in nationwide consumer complaints regarding […]
Mother laments Pennsylvanias school choice stalemate
(The Center Square) – Another year, another budget plan adopted in Pennsylvania. Despite a $3 billion increase in spending – including record investment in struggling school districts – some parents say they’re disappointed that “lifeline scholarships” were overlooked, again. “Lifeline helps inner city and...
Gov. Shapiro joins Treasury head Yellen to announce IRS Direct File will launch in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has joined the growing list of states where taxpayers will be able to get free help filing their returns with the IRS through a federal program called Direct File.
BCHC to Celebrate National Health Center Week
Berks Community Health Center will celebrate National Health Center Week with two Community Day events. These events are free and open to the public. National Health Center Week is Aug. 4-10 and celebrates America’s over 1,400 community health centers. BCHC’s celebration begins on Tuesday, Aug. 6, with Community Day...
Delaware County Man Sentenced to 90 Months for Explosive ATM Robberies in Philadelphia Area
A Delaware County man, Cushmir McBride, received a prison sentence of 90 months for using explosives in several attempts to rob ATMs throughout the area. In a statement released by the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero confirmed that McBride, 25, from Yeadon, PA, was also sentenced to three years of supervised release, ordered to pay $417,463 in restitution and to give a $300 special assessment by United States District Court Judge Joshua D. Wolson.
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Pennsbury 2025 FO/MID Hill commits to Robert Morris
Pennsbury 2025 faceoff midfielder Bradley Hill has committed to play Division I lacrosse at Robert Morris University. High school: Pennsbury High School, Fairless Hills. Lacrosse honors: Suburban 1 National Conference All-League First Team 2024; FOA Dark Horse Recruit, NXT Philly Showcase All Star, New Balance All-American Team Philly 2023 & New Balance All-American Tournament, Team Philly Champion; 1-95 Cup Team Philly; Suburban 1 National All-League Second Team 2023, Pennsbury Falcon Playmaker Award 2023.
Man identified after being killed execution-style outside Philadelphia mosque
The man who was gunned down outside a mosque in Philadelphia's Kensington section on Tuesday has been identified as 43-year-old Raheem Jefferson, according to police.Jefferson was fatally shot around 5 p.m. on the 1500 block of Germantown Avenue.Police say Jefferson was walking in the parking lot to a prayer service with another man when the gunfire erupted."I counted nine very loud rapid thuds one after the other. It made me hang up, go outside, and see what's going on," recalled Ori Beckerman from Kensington, who witnessed the incident."You can clearly see our victim walking to this mosque for a prayer...
Philadelphia’s Landlord-Tenant Office ceases eviction operations, faced with new license, insurance requirements
Philadelphia Municipal Court has ordered the city’s Landlord-Tenant Office to cease eviction operations until it can comply with the newly passed Angel Davis Eviction Accountability Act.
Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo Celebrates Centennial with a Wine Safari
The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown turns 100 years old and plans to celebrate with the annual Wine Safari benefit. This Friday, Aug. 2, the Elmwood Park Zoo hosts their annual Wine Safari, but this year it’s a big deal, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6ABC. The benefit will mark...
Assisted Living Resident Struck Dead Walking Home York County Coroner Says
The pedestrian struck dead has been identified as an assisted living resident who was walking home, the York County Coroner's Office explained on Friday, Aug. 2. Terry Zeigler, 79 of Autumn House East in the 2600 block of East Market Street, Springettsbury Township, died at WellSpan York Hospi…
Family of late York Co. teen comes to his defense after controversial death
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — After the controversial death of a Red Lion teen, his parents are now speaking out. According to court documents, 18-year-old Tyler Moser was found dead in his 13-year-old girlfriend's home in May. Autopsy results showed that he died due to complications with bronchopneumonia and...
The Ambler Borough Police Department issues notice about phone scam using the department’s name
The Ambler Borough Police Department issued a notice on July 30th about a scam to be aware of that involves the use of the department’s name. An Ambler resident received a phone call which appeared on their caller ID as the Ambler Borough Police Department. The caller then told the resident over the phone that they were involved in an ongoing investigation, and they needed to confirm their personal information.
New Jersey trucking company files for Chapter 11
A New Jersey-based trucking company, cited numerous times for safety violations for both its drivers and equipment, recently filed for Chapter 11. Fastline Cargo, doing business as FLC, of Cinnaminson, filed its petition on Monday in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. In the petition, FLC,...