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GOLD! Jack Alexy wins New Jersey’s first Paris Olympics medal in electric swimming relay
NANTERRE, France — Jack Alexy stood at the edge of the pool, flapped his long arms in the air and gestured to the Americans at La Defense Arena to make some noise. The chants of “U-S-A!” soon followed, and as his 4x100 freestyle relay teammates celebrated, the 21-year-old Mendham native looked to the sky.
Empowering communities: Fund violence prevention initiatives now
In Pennsylvania, cities like Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Allentown are grappling with a grim reality: gun violence is snuffing out lives at an alarming rate. Roughly 557 Pennsylvanians die in gun homicides each year. Of all homicides statewide, 76 percent involve a gun (slightly higher than the national average of 74 percent), highlighting the urgent need for action.
Routine traffic stop results in 5-year prison sentence for Glassboro, NJ, man
A Glassboro man is headed to prison after cops found a loaded gun during a traffic stop in Vineland last year. On April 26th, 38-year-old Joshua D. Alpheaus pleaded guilty to one charge of unlawful possession of a handgun. Earlier this week, he was sentenced to five years in state...
New distillery launches in collaboration with Bensalem-based breweries. And there's music
A new distillery opened inside The Mixing Room at Broken Goblet in Bensalem, further adding to the venue’s craft beverage experience. Spirit Animal Distilling officially launched this month with the release of its own line of gin and vodka. The distillery is the newest brand to join Mutual Respect Brewing and Distilling, a...
Aqua Pennsylvania Breaks Ground on Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project
Aqua Pennsylvania broke ground at its Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant in Springfield, where upgrades will improve service and water quality. Aqua Pennsylvania broke ground at its Crum Creek Water Treatment Plant in Springfield today. Aqua leadership joined elected officials and community leaders to kick off a construction project that will ensure safe drinking water for customers in Delaware County. The plant upgrades will improve service and water quality and are the latest example of Aqua’s ongoing commitment to its customers.
King of Prussia Mom Reunites with Man Who Assisted Her During Roadside Delivery
King of Prussia mom Andrenna Reid reunited with Robert Stenger, the Pennsylvania Turnpike employee who assisted her during a roadside delivery last month. King of Prussia mom Andrenna Reid reunited with the Pennsylvania Turnpike employee who assisted her during a roadside delivery last month, according to a staff report from 6abc.
Groundbreaking for New Affordable Senior Housing in Bensalem
Construction has begun on a crucial affordable 60-unit housing project for low-income seniors in Bensalem. Construction has begun on a crucial affordable housing project for low-income seniors in Bensalem, writes Adrianna Herrara for the Bucks County Courier Times. Federation Housing Inc. broke ground for the 60-unit Daniel B. Green House...
Malvern Native will Lead the 20th Annual Alcatraz Swim for Hydrocephalus in August
On Aug. 10, Malvern native Peter Finlayson will lead a brave group of 80 swimmers for the two-mile swim from Alcatraz Island to San Francisco for the 20th annual Alcatraz Swim for Hydrocephalus Research, writes Bruce Adams for The Daily Local News. Hydrocephalus is a buildup of excess spinal fluid...
True Crime Documentary Films in Doylestown Restaurant
A new true crime documentary, "The Godfather of Fentanyl," is filming in Doylestown this week, according to executive producer Steph Burns. A new true crime documentary, “The Godfather of Fentanyl,” is filming in Doylestown this week, according to executive producer Steph Burns, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times.
Morristown Little League wins NJ state championship, topping Lincroft in final game
Morris County is once again the epicenter of Little League baseball in New Jersey. For the second time in as many years, a Morris County team claimed a state championship when the Morristown 12-year olds beat Lincroft, 9-4, on Saturday night at Freehold Township. It is Morristown’s first state title in 39 years...
Homeless in Lansdale plead for public to ‘help the situation’
As borough council fields another round of talks on homelessness, and what to do about those living in borough parks, there are other voices not heard from. And those who live in the park have plenty to say. The Reporter visited Memorial Park this week, to try to learn more...
Woman allegedly steals produce from small business on Hilltown Pike
PERKASIE, Pa. - Hilltown police are looking for a woman who allegedly took produce from a farm stand without payment on Friday. Police say at approximately 4:45 p.m., a woman pulled up to a farm stand along Hilltown Pike and allegedly helped herself to produce without paying for the items.
8 guns, ammo, body armor found after man made threats in Montgomery County: police
ABINGTON, Pa. - A man is charged with terroristic threats after a scary series of events unfolded Friday evening in Abington Township,. Officers responded to the 3000 block of Walnut Avenue after a 911 caller reported that an armed suspect had just threatened him. The victim told police the suspect,...
NJ struggling to control deer population
White-tailed deer continue to increase their numbers in suburban areas of New Jersey and even in the cities. The ongoing population growth has been acknowledged by groups and officials as a problem for land owners, drivers, and the state's ecosystem. So what can New Jersey do about it? The same...
From Pennsylvania to Paris: Temple University student tackles Olympics coverage
PARIS, France — The 2024 Olympic Summer Games are in full swing and for one college student from Mechanicsburg, it's time to be a part of something that once felt like only a dream. Natalie Koranda is a senior communications major at Temple University and earned an opportunity to...
Fisherman, all alone, encounters great white shark off NJ shore
Let’s just say a New Jersey guy by the name of Travis Bogin is a lot closer to “Jaws”’ Quint than he is to Chief Brody. He’s not a coward when it comes to sharks. In fact, he goes out looking for them. He’s 39,...
Temple University police K9 passes away due to medical condition
A Temple University police K9 passed away due to a medical condition on Sunday.The Temple Public Safety Facebook page posted the announcement, writing in part, "It is with extreme sadness and a heavy heart we announce K9 Chandler passed away today due to a medical condition."The dog was 10 years old and had served the Temple community for six years, officers say.There is no word yet on what the medical condition in this case was.K9 Chandler worked with his handler, Temple Police Officer Natalie Sherman, every day, according to the post.Officers described Chandler as selfless, brave, and a dedicated dog who spent most of his life in public service and community outreach."He was also a special member of our department family and holds a beloved place in all our hearts," the Facebook announcement read. "Please keep K9 Chandler and Police Officer Sherman in your thoughts and prayers."A formal memorial service is expected to be announced next week.
Judge declines request to move former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial's trial out of the city
PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) -- A judge has turned down a request to move the trial of a former Philadelphia police officer who shot and killed a motorist as he sat in his car, saying there's insufficient evidence that the defendant would be unable to get a fair trial in the city.Attorneys for former officer Mark Dial sought the change of venue last spring, citing not only what they called an "avalanche" of press coverage about the shooting death of Eddie Irizarry but also street protests and public comments by elected officials.Common Pleas Court Judge Barbara McDermott, however, ruled last week that despite...
A flurry of grant money is flowing to the Philly region for environmental projects
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. A surge of federal money for environmental justice and climate action is flowing to the...
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