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Bucks County Historical Society begins tree removal at Fonthill
As it starts the next phase of its environmental improvement plan, the Bucks County Historical Society is set to remove approximately 15 dead trees from its Fonthill property in Doylestown Township, the society announced. While Fonthill Castle is privately owned by the BCHS, some of the trees are located along...
Philadelphia Woman To Face Trial for Murder of Wrightstown Township Man After Evidence Heard
A Philadelphia woman has been bound over for trial in the murder of a Wrightstown Township man after a preliminary hearing in Bucks County, officials reported Thursday. Meghan Macklin, aged 46, is accused of the October killing of 72-year-old Richard Scott MacFarland at his residence located at 55 Apple Hill Road. The case progressed after compelling video and photographic evidence alongside law enforcement testimonies were presented in court, hinting at a lethal crescendo in what has been described as a sometimes friendly though volatile relationship between Macklin and the deceased.
Just in time for National Ice Cream Day: This is NJ’s favorite flavor
This will be some very welcome news for all of us dealing with the disgusting heat recently: July 21st is National Ice Cream Day!. While the best way to celebrate would be going to your favorite local ice cream place (as a native Freeholder, for me, that would be Jersey Freeze, of course), you could also honor the day with New Jersey’s favorite flavor.
Philadelphia Woman Who Shot Baby in Stroller in Cold Blood Arrested
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A suspect has been apprehended following a shooting incident involving a seven-month-old child. On Wednesday, at the 4000 block of Meridian Street, the child sustained a gunshot…
West Chester Post Office heavily damaged by fire
The West Chester Post Office will remain closed for the foreseeable future following a fire.The fire broke out around 10 p.m. Thursday at the post office on the 1000 block of Airport Road in West Goshen Twp.Detectives are working to find the cause.Retail and delivery operations will be moved to the Southeastern Pa. S&DC Post Office in Wayne.Customers should be prepared to show a photo ID when claiming their mail.
Police: Man involved in hit-and-run pedestrian collision in Bethlehem identified
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Police in Bethlehem say they have identified the driver they say was involved in a hit-and-run pedestrian collision Wednesday. City police say the collision happened at 11:20 a.m. Wednesday in the 1900 block of Creek Road. The vehicle appeared to be a 1966-1969 Ford Falcon, driven by...
Woman killed in double shooting after gunfire erupts in Tacony
A woman is dead and a man is in the hospital after a shooting on Friday morning in the Tacony section of Philadelphia.The shooting happened around 11:20 a.m. in the 6700 block of Marsden Street.Police say the woman suffered multiple gunshot wounds to her right arm and back. She was rushed to the hospital but died from her injuries a short time later.Investigators do not yet know the woman's age.A 23-year-old man was shot in the right side of his body and right arm. He is hospitalized in stable condition.No arrests have been made.
'Hazmat Incident': Residents Evacuated On Multiple Philly Blocks, Police Say (UPDATED)
A reported hazardous materials incident cleared multiple city blocks in South Philadelphia on Friday, July 19, according to authorities. A possible neighbor dispute and a strong smell of bleach and ammonia were reported on the 1200 block of South 22nd Street around 11:15 a.m., city police said…
Man gets seven life sentences for Franklin County triple murder-for-hire plot
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Baltimore man was sentenced Wednesday to spend multiple consecutive life sentences for his role in a 2016 triple murder in Franklin County. Christopher Van Johnson, 36, will serve seven consecutive life sentences along with 10, 20 and 30-year terms on charges of companion robbery, firearms and conspiracy by United […]
Pa. school board leader apologizes for Trump shooting Facebook remark
Carlisle Area School Board president Paula Bussard publicly apologized Thursday night for a social media comment that offended several community members still reeling from the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump. Bussard had responded Sunday to a friend’s attempt to make a joke about Trump rallies...
Motorcyclist killed in Cumberland County crash
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — One man is dead after a crash in Cumberland County Friday afternoon. The Cumberland County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as William Mack, 67, of Carlisle. They said he was headed northbound on a motorcycle on Route 74 in Monroe Township and turned left onto Route 174, crossing paths with […]
Mother-Daughter Duo from Spring City Take On Bike Ride to Support Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis
Laura and 12-year-old Gabriella Geiger are preparing for their long ride in September. Laura and 12-year-old Gabriella Geiger, a mother-daughter duo from Spring City, decided to participate in the Bike MS: City to Shore Ride to support the fight against multiple sclerosis (MS), inspired by her cousin who has long participated, writes Courtney Diener-Stokes for The Daily Local News.
Bryce Harper issues warning to rest of MLB
Bryce Harper will never turn down an opportunity to pump up the image of Philadelphia, his adopted city, or the Philadelphia Phillies, the team that the superstar has become the face of since signing in 2019. With the Phillies pacing the league with 62 first-half wins, Harper wasn't shy about...
Berks Grandparents, Granddaughter Badly Hurt In Minnesota RV Crash: Fund
Three Hamburg residents face a long road to recovery after their RV crashed in Minnesota on July 11, according to loved ones on GoFundMe.Bill and Kim Byassee and their granddaughter Abby all suffered "life-threatening injuries" in a wreck on Interstate 90, reported Minnesota outlet KIMT. All three …
Detectives Arrest Man for Felony Gun and Drug Related Charges Following Drug Investigation in New Castle County
Delaware State Police arrested 41-year-old Ziare Miller of Middletown, Delaware, for felony gun and drug related charges following the conclusion of a several-month long drug investigation in New Castle County […] The post Detectives Arrest Man for Felony Gun and Drug Related Charges Following Drug Investigation in New Castle County appeared first on Delaware State Police - State of Delaware.
Senior Dies From 'Severe Heat Conditions': Lehigh County Coroner
The woman was pronounced dead from hyperthermia at 11:24 a.m. on Thursday, July 18, according to the coroner's release. She was "exposed to severe heat conditions within her residence" and the manner of death was accidental, Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said. Temperatures in greater Allentown reached into the high 90s...
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