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Camden County sees nearly 40% dip in overdoses in 2024, data finds
CAMDEN — Camden County officials are celebrating the latest data on overdose numbers. For the first half of 2024, there has been a 39% drop in overdoses when compared to the same months in 2023. "Honestly, the numbers were a bit surprising. We've been leveling off over the last...
Twitchy NJ man admits driving around with pipe bombs
HAMILTON (Mercer) — A New Jersey man has pleaded guilty to having pipe bombs in his conspicuous car during a traffic stop in Mercer County. Jeremy Giliberti, 52, pleaded guilty to possessing destructive devices in Trenton federal court on Tuesday. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Mount Laurel...
Gunpoint Robbery At 7-Eleven Leads To Two Arrests: Bensalem Police
Christopher Yelverton, 42, and Amanda Petherbridge, 34, are each charged with robbery, conspiracy, and related counts, Bensalem police said in a release on Monday, July 22. The robbery happened at the 2511 Lincoln Highway 7-Eleven in Trevose just before 3 a.m., investigators said. Yelverton walked into the gas station and asked for a carton of Newport cigarettes, then pointed a handgun through his sweatshirt at the cashier and demanded money, according to authorities.
New officers elected to lead the PA Fish and Boat Commission board
(WJET/WFXP) — New officers have been promoted to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission board, according to a release. Daniel Pastore, the vice president for PFBC and commissioner for District 1, was elected as the board’s president. He will replace current President William Gibney, of Honesdale, Wayne County. He was previously appointed as District 1’s commissioner […]
Americans divided over new law to buy a variety of beverages at supermarkets – but same rules will apply to everyone
AMERICANS who like to indulge in alcoholic drinks occasionally will have easier access to purchasing them this Fall. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 688, which allows residents to buy ready-to-drink cocktails at a plethora of locations, into law. The law, effective in mid-September, defines ready-to-drink cocktails as premixed...
Pennsylvania Powerball winners for Monday, July 22
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — A $50,000 Powerball ticket was sold in Pennsylvania for Monday’s drawing along with over 24,000 other winners. The $50,000 winner matched four of the five numbers and the Powerball on June 26. If Power Play (2) was active, the ticket would have been worth $100,000. According to the Lottery, more than […]
Antisemitism runs rampant in Philadelphia schools, Jewish group alleges in civil rights complaint
The School District of Philadelphia has failed to protect Jewish students from "a virulent wave of antisemitism" that swept through classrooms after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7, according to a federal complaint filed Tuesday.Video in the player above is from a previous Action News report.The district, among the largest public school systems in the U.S., has ignored persistent harassment and bullying of Jewish students, some of whom have been forced to drop out, lawyers wrote in the complaint. Some teachers and administrators have spread inflammatory anti-Jewish and anti-Israel messages on social media and even in the classroom without repercussion,...
Matt Rhule: From Temple Triumph to Baylor Bounce and Beyond
In December 2016, Matt Rhule faced a decision between staying at Temple University, where he had achieved success with the football program, or taking on the challenge at Baylor University in Texas. Despite Baylor's strong winning record before his arrival, the football program was marred by off-field issues, including the dismissal of the previous coaching staff due to scandal. Rhule accepted the head coaching job at Baylor, transitioning from the American Athletic Conference to the Big 12, facing new challenges and heightened expectations.
Teenage girl recovering after being shot in neck in North Philadelphia
A teenager is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the neck on Tuesday night, according to a spokesperson with the Philadelphia Police Department. The shooting happened just before 8:30 p.m. on July 23, 2024, on the 1400 block of West Loudon Street in the Logan section of North Philadelphia, police said.
This Awesome Indoor Pickleball Court is Coming Soon to Burlington County, NJ!
Pickleball really is becoming all the rage across the country, and New Jersey is no exception!. Grab your rackets! PickleRage, an indoor Pickleball club is coming soon to the Moorestown/Mount Laurel area! This will be their first location in New Jersey. Where will PickleRage in Moorestown be located?. Back in...
16-year-old killed execution-style in Philadelphia; 3 gunmen wanted for firing 50 shots
Philadelphia police are searching for three gunmen after a teenager was killed execution-style on Tuesday afternoon.It happened around 4 p.m. in the 1200 block of Van Kirk Street in the city's Oxford Circle section.Officers found the 16-year-old victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds while lying on the ground behind a home on the block.He was rushed to an area hospital where he later died.According to Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small, three gunmen were seen chasing the victim while opening fire.Police provide update on Oxford Circle murder on July 23, 2024.After the victim collapses in the driveway, video reportedly shows at least two gunmen standing over the teen while shooting at him just a few feet away."So it appears to be an execution-type homicide since the shooters are seen on camera standing over the victim, and we also found multiple spent shell casings just inches away," said Small.More than 50 gunshots were fired.The suspects were last seen fleeing in a white sedan.The teenager's name has not been released.Anyone with information can call or text Philadelphia police at 215-686-TIPS (8477).RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
A true crime doc shoots in Doylestown this week. Where are they filming?
A documentary series is filming in Doylestown on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to executive producer Steph Burns. The four-part series, which streams next month, is shooting Tuesday at Chambers 19 Bistro & Bar on Main Street. About 25 locals are extras on the shoot, Burns said. The true crime documentary,...
These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
An idea tossed around as a light-hearted joke turned into a business. Ernest Drummond, Howard Riley, and Michael Earley developed an idea to venture into the spirits business during COVID-19, the Philly Voice reported. With Pennsylvania’s state-owned liquor stores closing during the pandemic, they wanted to create their own. “Somebody brought up as a joke,… Continue reading These 3 Friends Turned A Light-Hearted Joke Into A Spirits Company — Now, They’re Planning To Launch An Internship To Usher Young Founders Into The Industry
Rep. Brendan Boyle presents $1.8 million to Old City for safety, green space upgrades
An historic section of Philadelphia is getting more than $1 million to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle presented a check for $1.8 million to the Independence Historical Trust on Monday in Old City. The money is from the federal initiative known as the Community Project...
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