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Customer Shot In Neck At Philadelphia Convenience Store, Police Say
The 31-year-old victim was robbed in a convenience store on the 3100 block of Kensington Avenue, authorities wrote in a release on Tuesday, July 23. He was shot in the neck when he ran outside to confront the suspect, investigators said. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical...
Dozens of vehicles damaged by vandals in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia
The search continued Tuesday for vandals who damaged about two dozen vehicles overnight in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia.Action News found more than 20 vandalized cars along part of 22nd Street alone, as investigators search for even more possible victims beyond this stretch.People who live in this area say this neighborhood has been targeted repeatedly."The window smashing happens, without fail, once a week. Sometimes multiple times a week. It happens a lot around here," said Josh Mayer.Investigators say this latest spree unfolded sometime between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. Tuesday.RELATED: Vehicles hit by vandals in South Philadelphia parking lot for...
5 teenagers sought for trespassing, vandalizing trains at Chester County railroad
Police in Chester County are searching for five teenagers seen on video trespassing and vandalizing railroad property.It happened at West Chester Railroad's Adams Street Yard on Saturday afternoon.Surveillance video shows the teens climbing onto locomotives, trying to get onto the trains, and discharging three fire extinguishers.Police received a tip that the group was wearing what appeared to be uniforms from a lacrosse tournament being held at a local high school.Anyone with information on the teenagers sought are asked to contact West Chester police.
Suspect wanted after stealing purse out of woman's vehicle in Cheltenham Township
Police in Cheltenham Township, Montgomery County are seeking the public's help in identifying a person who they said stole a woman's purse from her vehicle and then proceed to try to use her credit card at multiple stores. According to the Cheltenham Township Police Department, on Wednesday, July 17 around...
Thieves walk out of Bensalem Kohl's with armfuls of stolen items: police
BENSALEM, Pa. - Another brazen theft was caught on camera last week at a Kohl's in Bensalem that has often been the target of local criminals. This time, police say two men stole $2,500 worth of women's apparel and beauty products from the store on Street Road. Surveillance footage captured...
Warrington PrimoHoagies to give away 100 free hoagies at grand opening. How to get yours
PrimoHoagies is opening its new Warrington store this week. On Thursday, the fast-casual hoagie shop will host a grand opening with franchise owners, Eric and Dana DiPinto, a Bucks County couple who dreamed of running their own business after more than 20 years in the health care industry. "Primo Hoagies...
Efforts to release prisoners from long sentences draw new interest
As America’s prison population both ages and increases, the “second look” movement has gained interest as a way to reduce overcrowding and potentially save money. The post Efforts to release prisoners from long sentences draw new interest appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
New West Chester Restaurant Opens, with Rooftop Section Coming Soon
Ryan and Lisa Diehl, founders of Hatfield brewery Imprint Beer, debuted Serum Kitchen and Taphouse in downtown West Chester last month. Ryan and Lisa Diehl, founders of Hatfield brewery Imprint Beer, debuted Serum Kitchen and Taphouse in downtown West Chester last month, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.
The iconic Sinatra House at the Jersey Shore has finally sold
In the words of Frank Sinatra, “It’s been a long, long time.”. But after two price changes and nearly two years on and off the market, the iconic house on the Point Pleasant boardwalk, known as the Sinatra House, has sold. It closed July 9 for $2,275,000. That’s...
Dave Grohl shares surprising Pa. connections in his family history at Hershey concert
The Foo Fighters concert on July 23 in Hershey included a surprise revelation from singer Dave Grohl. Before starting the song “My Hero,” Grohl explained his Pennsylvania roots. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation....
Recovering alcoholic to open alcohol-free bar in Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A man who received a second chance at life is reaching back out to help others. “I literally was a dead flower, all but dead, and brought back for whatever reason and bloomed now,” said Chuck Dutrow, the founder and owner of Kindred Spirits Alcohol-Free Bar in Chambersburg, Franklin County.
Take a sneak peek inside Lebanon's new junior high & learn about the district's big plans
Ahead of the first year of the new Lebanon Junior High School, district Supt. Nicole Malinoski and incoming principal to the new building Nick Bullock sat down to discuss the new school, the state of the district, and what's coming next for students. Starting in August, approximately 750 seventh and eighth grade students, along with teachers and staff will occupy Lebanon Junior High School for its inaugural year. ...
Miguel Rivera Found Asleep Outside PSP Lancaster Barracks
Miguel Angel Cruz-Rivera Jr., 48 of Lancaster, was taken into custody when PSP troopers discovered him on the barracks lawn just before 6 p.m. on June 24, 2024, Trooper Kalinich explained in the release. While in custody he was found in possession of drugs and once his identity was revealed...
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pa. toward solar, hydrogen
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Villanova Chosen As Favorite In 2024 CAA Football Race
RICHMOND, Va. (July 24, 2024) – Villanova, which posted a 10-3 record, earned a share of the CAA Football championship and reached the quarterfinals of the FCS playoffs last season, has been picked to finish atop the CAA Football standings in 2024 according to a vote of the league’s head coaches.
Bar crawl and scavenger hunt to benefit local feminist theatre group
Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. Get ready for the most unique race in town. The 2nd Annual 2nd Place Race will be held on Saturday, July 27, and features an exciting blend of puzzles, challenges, and games, all designed to help you secure the coveted second-place finish. And it’s all for a great cause — to benefit the feminist theatre collective Paper Doll Ensemble.
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