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Cucumbers linked to salmonella outbreak in 31 states, including dozens in Pennsylvania
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a new update on a multistate salmonella outbreak that's been linked to cucumbers.What to know about salmonella outbreak from recalled cucumbersThe outbreak of Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup infections, which was originally reported as two separate outbreaks, has been under investigation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in tandem with public health and regulatory officials and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Reports of sickness tied to the outbreak began on dates ranging from March 11 to June 4, 2024, according to the CDC."Epidemiologic, traceback and laboratory data show that...
New court documents suggest potential fraud in Pennsylvania health facilities
LANCASTER, Pa. — Court documents in the investigation into Pennsylvania-based Retreat Behavioral Heath (RBH) suggest a misuse of funds and totals at least $28 million in unpaid debt. The addiction treatment center first came under fire in June after the death of two top executives, which led to the...
2 Brooklyn men admit New Jersey robberies and Allentown conspiracy
NEWARK, Nj. -- Two Brooklyn, New York men admitted their roles in three gunpoint robberies of check cashing locations in different parts of New Jersey in 2021 and 2022, as well as conspiring to commit robberies in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's District of New Jersey Attorney's Office.
Three Cheltenham grads seeing professional success: Peter Lee (1986), Nadiyah Bell (2020), Ian Wright (2020)
Local historian Chuck Langerman has highlighted the current professional statuses of three Cheltenham alumni:. Lee, a 1986 graduate, is the owner and founder of Jolie Salon & Spa, a full-service hair salon and luxury spa in Blue Bell. Lee became a licensed hairstylist in 1989 and currently has 70 employees....
Perk Valley's Lena Stein starts family rivalry with West Chester commitment
Lena Stein had to make more than just a decision between two colleges. The Perkiomen Valley senior wing had to pick between continuing to play with her older sister Anna Stein at Kutztown — or becoming her biggest rival on the court. And as it turned out, the pull of West Chester University was just too strong.
Community Mourns Passing Of Police Sgt. In Upper Southampton
The Upper Southampton community is mourning the passing of retired Sgt. Jeffrey Delp on Wednesday, Aug. 14. He was 68 years old.He was formerly from Langhorne.After honorably serving his country as an Army MP, Sergeant, Delp joined the Upper Southampton Township Police Department in June 1979 as a …
Pottstown man jailed for robbing Turkey Hill store
NORRISTOWN — A Pottstown man was sent to jail after he admitted to robbing a borough Turkey Hill store while armed with a knife. Brian L. Missimer, 40, of the 800 block of North Washington Street, was sentenced in Montgomery County Court to 9 to 23 months in the county jail on a felony charge of robbery in connection with a June 2023 incident at the Turkey Hill convenience store on North Charlotte Street.
Scarecrow Season Kicks off September 9 at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA
Summer is starting to wind down. Mornings are cooler, the days aren't as long. Sigh. Even though I hate to see all the summer fun come to an end for another year, my favorite time at Peddler's Village is now loading. I'm giddy with excitement that the start of scarecrow...
Major Drug Bust in Hamilton: More than $1M Cocaine Seized
MERCER COUNTY, NJ - A month-long investigation into cocaine distribution in Hamilton Township led to the August 7 arrest of a Hamilton man and the seizure of $1.1 million in narcotics, five handguns and $65,000 in cash, Acting Mercer County Prosecutor Theresa L. Hilton reported. The arrest of James Nalbone Jr., 35, came as a result of an investigation conducted by the members of the Mercer County Narcotics Task Force, with assistance from the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Ewing, Hamilton and Trenton police. According to a statement, detectives detained Nalbone without incident at his residence on...
Pennridge students billed in error for hundreds of dollars in fall classes. What happened
Parents of Pennridge students were in sticker shock Thursday after mistakenly receiving a bill charging hundreds of dollars for classes this fall. An email went out to parents Thursday night with an invoice from MySchoolBucks — a third-party software company used by several area school districts to handle school-related payments — showing Pennridge...
Bucks County Short Fiction Contest accepting entries
Bucks County Community College has issued a call for entries for its short fiction contest for adults who live in Bucks County. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, Oct. 10, at noon. The top three winners in the contest will receive gift cards of $200, $100 and $50, respectively, and...
Rabid skunk removed from neighborhood in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, health officials say
A rabid skunk was captured in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, according to Camden County health officials.The skunk was removed from a neighborhood by an animal control officer after it was seen with a resident's dogs on Tuesday.The skunk was then tested and it was confirmed to have rabies.A bulletin was distributed in the area where the animal was found and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has been notified.Health officials say there was no human exposure, adding that only the dogs were exposed.The exposed dogs have since received rabies booster shots and have been placed under a strict...
NOVA seeks nominations for first Upstander Awards
NOVA, Bucks County’s comprehensive crime victim services agency, is seeking nominations for its first Upstander Awards, to be presented on Sunday, Sept. 29, at NOVA’s annual Upstander Day. The event and awards presentation will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Epstein Campus of Bucks County Community College, located at 1304 Veterans Highway, Bristol.
Family Service Drive for Youth Golf Outing set for Oct. 7
The 25th annual Family Service Association of Bucks County Drive for Youth Golf Outing will be held at Jericho National Golf Club in New Hope on Oct. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine. For the past 24 years, the Drive for...
Police: Man dies after tragic industrial accident in Kensington
A man is dead after a tragic industrial accident in the Kensington section of Philadelphia.It happened just after 8 a.m. Saturday on the 2200 block of East Cambria Street.Police say a 30-year-old man was working on a private residence when he was electrocuted and fell three stories from scaffolding.Medics pronounced the man dead at the scene. This is an on-going investigation.
Man shot inside vehicle, killed after crashing into building in Strawberry Mansion, police say
STRAWBERRY MANSION - A Strawberry Mansion street became the scene of violence after someone shot and killed a man inside a vehicle. The gunfire broke out on the 2400 block of Stanley Street early Saturday morning, around 2:45, officials said. The 32-year-old victim was said to have been in a...
Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School Names Marc Caserio New Athletic Director
August 17, 2024 SueAnn Rybak Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School. Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School announced the appointment of its new athletic director on August 8, 2024. Marc Caserio, a 1995 graduate of St. John Neumann High School, brings 16 years of Athletic Management to the position. “I am honored to return...
Water main break floods Manayunk streets; residents, business owners say its an all-too-common occurrence
Water began flooding all of Carson Street and parts of Cresson and Main streets a little before 2 p.m. Friday. The Water Department hasn’t given a reason for the break.
School District of Philadelphia ‘Ring the Bell’ at Phillies stadium to promote back to school efforts
As the familiar sound of ringing school bells fills the air, it signals one clear message: the start of a new school year is just around the corner. School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington joined several school board members which included President Reginald Streater, and Sarah-Ashley Andrews to welcome students back to school at their Ring the Bell event at Phillies Citizens Bank Park stadium on August 13.
Women's Soccer Downs Drexel In Season Opener, 2-1
Behind a pair of first-half goals, the Saint Joseph's women's soccer team opened its 2024 season with a 2-1 victory over local rival Drexel on Friday evening at Sweeney Field. • St. Joe's rookie Gracie Salais gave the Hawks an early lead as she pounced on a rebound off a header by Nicole Everard to score her first collegiate goal and make it 1-0 at 6:11.
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