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$5 million class action lawsuit against Geisinger, Microsoft-owned IT company
DANVILLE, Pa. (WTAJ) – A class action lawsuit has been filed against Geisinger and a Microsoft company – demanding $5 million to compensate patients for a data security breach. A former patient, James Wierbowski, filed the lawsuit individually and on behalf of more than 1 million impacted Geisinger patients, claiming that a former Nuance Communications […]
Fish for Free Day this week in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) – During the July 4 holiday everyone is invited to fish for free. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is reminding residents that July 4 is one of two Fish for Free Days this year. Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone, including non-residents to legally fish in Pennsylvania’s waterways without a fishing license. Trout/Salmon and Lake Erie permits […]
State police warning Pennsylvania residents of phone scam
(WJET/WFXP) — Pennsylvania State Police are warning the public about a recent phone scam involving the Megan’s Law Unit. According to PSP Lewis Run, they’ve received several reports of unknown callers contacting residents pretending to be from PSP’s Megan’s Law Unit and that there’s a warrant for their arrest. To satisfy the warrant, targets are […]
Rehoboth Beach hosts US Lifesaving Association Championship at new Towers Beach location
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. – The Rehoboth Beach Patrol is set to host the 2024 United States Lifesaving Association’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Championships, welcoming lifeguard-athletes from across the Mid-Atlantic region. This year’s event will take place on Wednesday, July 10, at Towers Beach in Delaware Seashore State Park. This change of location is due to ongoing construction at the Rehoboth Beach Patrol headquarters on Baltimore Avenue.
Plans for New Water Tower Move Forward in Milford
MILFORD, Del.- The Milford City Council has approved design plans for a new water tower in the northwest part of the city. This decision comes after five years of work on the proposal, but the project is not yet definite. The final decision will be up to the community in a referendum vote.
West Rehoboth mural destruction arrest
DELAWARE- Mural Destruction that happened earlier this month on June 13th, left the community shaken. The hit-and-run was said to have happened at approximately 6:17 a.m. when the mural was struck by a Chevrolet pickup truck on Central Avenue. Delaware State Police say they arrested the man they believe struck it just days before a Juneteenth celebration.
Atlantic City utilizing every government agency to break up homeless encampments under boardwalk
Homeless encampments have long been a problem with elusive solutions for officials in Atlantic City. But for the first time in recent history, every government agency in the city is working together to tackle the issue.
Milford PD officer recognized as Officer of the Quarter
MILFORD, Del. – Detective Daniel Burgos has been recognized as the Milford Police Department’s Officer of the Quarter. Detective Burgos was recognized by Chief Ashe and the executive staff. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
Running of the Bull hits Dewey Beach
The 27th annual Running of the Bull took over The Starboard June 29, when nearly 2,000 people donned red and white to paint the town for the annual take on the historic event in Pamplona, Spain. Proceeds from the event benefit Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company. The 2024 matador was...
4th ANNUAL RALLY FOR OUR FIRST RESPONDERS
The 4th Annual Rally For Our First Responders will be on Saturday, May 31st from 12-5pm and the rain date is Sunday, June 1st!. Mark your calendars to gather together to Help Support Our First Responders!. The Shaffer Family Foundation along with the WHOLE Community has helped us Raise year...
NL East Power Rankings: Phillies weather June adversity to hang on to top spot
The National League East remained largely unchanged in June, with the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves remaining in first and second place, respectively. That didn't mean it was a cakewalk by any means, as international travel, injuries and a resurgent New York Mets team all entered the discussion as factors that could impact the division in July.
Pub owners: Real estate listing is not for the restaurant
PENNSAUKEN — The address of The Pub — an iconic restaurant that closed Monday for "renovations/repairs" — is being advertised as a leasing opportunity by a commercial realty firm. But the ad does not refer to the restaurant, according to a spokesman for the owners. ...
Jefferson Abington cited for excessive force against a patient
The Philadelphia Inquirer reported today that surveyors issued Jefferson Abington Hospital an “immediate jeopardy warning” after determining a security guard used excessive force against a psychiatric patient on April 23. According to the story, the guard wrestled the patient to the ground and held down their head and...
Phillies reliever gets worst possible news and heads for surgery
In a season where many things are going right for the Philadelphia Phillies, it has, unfortunately, been anything but for one of the members of the bullpen. Luis Ortiz was looking to hold on to a spot in the Phillies bullpen this season, but his injury woes significantly derailed that plan. He appeared in just one game during the Opening Weekend series against the Atlanta Braves, spraining his ankle. He pitched in five games in the minors during rehab but was delayed due to right shoulder inflammation and was then shut down with forearm discomfort.
Illegally tinted windows can get you a parking ticket in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA - If you park your illegally tinted vehicle on a Philadelphia street, you may be coming back to a ticket starting Monday. In May, Mayor Cherelle Parker signed a bill into law in a move to crack down on blacked out windows in Philadelphia. The law prohibits the parking...
N.J.’s Renauld White, barrier-breaking model and ‘Guiding Light’ actor, dead at 80
Renauld White, a model and actor from New Jersey and trailblazer in the world of fashion, has died. White, 80, was the first African American male model to cover GQ magazine in 1979. The Newark native worked with designers including Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Jeffrey Banks, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna...
Cooper Health officially acquires South Jersey health system, renames Cape Regional flagship hospital
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know. A merger between two South Jersey health care systems has reached its final step this week after a year and a half of negotiations and regulatory reviews.
Meet a South Jersey doctor who's getting more time thanks to a new Alzheimer's drug
VOORHEES, N.J. (CBS) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering approval for a second drug to treat Alzheimer's disease. A decision could come as early as Tuesday.This class of drugs can slow the progression of the disease. For a former doctor in South Jersey with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, it's all about getting some extra timeDr. Jonel Dershem, of Voorhees, New Jersey, loves baking with her son, but she knew something was wrong when she started getting confused in the kitchen."It got harder to be organized and kind of get meals together on time," Dershem said.That was never a...
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