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Pennsylvania murder suspect caught in Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Mexican authorities say they have expelled a U.S. citizen wanted in connection with a murder committed in Pennsylvania. The suspect only identified as Donald Xavier T., 52, was apprehended earlier this week by the Chihuahua state police and turned over to U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Tuesday at […]
Pennsylvania's presidential calendar: Rallies and possible debates
Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are campaigning in Pennsylvania again this week — putting the Keystone State back in the national spotlight. Why it matters: Both campaigns are all-in on Pennsylvania, the most important battleground state that'll decide who occupies the White House. Driving the news: Democratic...
Potential strike in Pa. could disrupt U.S. supply chains | Today in Pa.
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Winter is coming. Here's what the Farmers' Almanac predicts for southcentral Pennsylvania
The Farmers' Almanac has issued its prediction for winter 2024-2025, and the publication is describing it as a "wet whirlwind," according to a news release. It predicts "a season of rapid-fire storms that will bring both rain and snow, with little downtime in between," the website states. But will that mean snow for southcentral...
Pa. Meteorologist predicts another hurricane is coming to the East Coast region in the next couple of days
Aired; August 14th, 2024. Heading into the month of September, we are heading into the peak of hurricane season. The Central Pennsylvania region just experienced remnants of Hurricane Debbie in the past week. ABC 27’s Meteorologist Dan Tomaso, says hurricane season is roughly between August though September. “Most of...
Open auditions set for Allentown Symphony's The Nutcracker
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Allentown Repertory Dance Theatre and Allentown Symphony Orchestra are seeking dancers for its celebrated annual production of The Nutcracker. Auditions for the performance are scheduled for Aug. 25 at Repertory Ballet Academy, 6426 Memorial Road, Allentown. Dancers will perform as the Allentown Symphony Orchestra plays...
Olympian gets a hero's welcome during homecoming in Bridgeport, Pa.
The summer Olympics in Paris may be over, but the celebrations continue!In fact, the town of Bridgeport in Montgomery County paid special tribute to one of our local Olympians.Ariana Ramsey won a bronze medal for women's rugby.Action News photojournalist Dave Edwards was there for her big homecoming.
Montgomery County Leadership: Thom Chiomento, Vice President, Pennsylvania American Water
Thom Chiomento, Vice President of Pennsylvania American Water, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up all over the world thanks to his father’s job in the Navy. He used sports, from baseball to soccer to wrestling, as a way to adapt and make friends. Chiomento discussed why he chose...
Shots fired near Mission BBQ in Whitehall, police say
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - Police say shots were fired in an incident in Whitehall Township Thursday night. Officials say they received the call just before 9:30 p.m. Multiple police cars could be seen in the area of the 1400 block of Grape Street, near Mission BBQ and the Whitehall Mall.
Find a fur-ever friend. 'Clear the Shelters' pet adoption events set for Bensalem
Looking for a purr-fect furever friend? Bingo’s Foundation, a Bucks County cat rescue and shelter organization, and the Women's Animal Center in Bensalem are both holding adoption events as part of the “Clear the Shelters” national campaign on Sept. 7. ...
Man killed in Kelly Drive crash after driver makes illegal turn remembered as 'community servant'
The man killed in a crash on Kelly Drive after a rideshare driver made an illegal turn and caused a three-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia, has been identified.The crash happened around 3:22 p.m.According to police, the driver of a black Nissan Altima was traveling southbound on Kelly Drive when he made an illegal left turn onto Reservoir Drive.The Altima was hit by a white Nissan Rogue. The Altima then spun around and hit a black BMW.A passenger in the Altima was killed. He has been identified as 41-year-old Steven Tyree Moultrie.The 44-year-old driver of the Altima, who sources...
Last Lick! Final Pottstown Ice Cream Run Set for Aug. 27
POTTSTOWN PA – Limber up, runners! August 27 (2024; Tuesday) represents the last chance this year to participate in the “Tuesdays in the Park Ice Cream Run,” hosted by the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department. The popular training event is available as a ticketed 5-K race for...
Welcoming the Class of 2028
First-year students receive warm greetings at summer events held across the country. Nearly 400 incoming family members and students attended this summer’s Welcome Events held throughout the U.S. The gatherings offered a glimpse into the Lafayette College experience as future Leopards met fellow classmates and alumni prior to their arrival on campus.
Bryn Mawr Store is a Main Line Hotspot for Healthy Food on the Move
The Bryn Mawr’s Pinwheel Provisions is the place to go for healthy food on the fly, such as paninis and ready-made meals. Bryn Mawr’s Pinwheel Provisions is the place to go for healthy food on the fly, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. Owner Anjali Gupta says...
Big Oil companies ask judge to throw out Bucks County climate change lawsuit
Lawyers for Big Oil companies are asking a judge to throw out a lawsuit filed by Bucks County earlier this year, which claims the organizations were aware of climate risks but withheld information to protect profits.
Celebrating faculty: Named chairs and professorships
Lafayette celebrates named chairs and professorships, including faculty members newly named to endowed positions. Named chairs and professorships are the highest honors bestowed upon faculty members, acknowledging their contributions to teaching and research. Recently, the College reappointed three faculty members who previously held endowed positions. Daniel Sabatino, associate professor, mechanical engineering, has been reappointed as the Robert W. Adenbaum ’49 Scholar in Entrepreneurial Studies. Markus Dubischar, associate provost and associate professor, has been reappointed as the Charles Elliott Scholar of Latin and Greek. Megan Fernandes, associate professor, English, has been reappointed as the Writer-in-Residence Scholar, a role that is funded by the Francis March Endowment.
School Board Member William Formica Urged To Step Down
Souderton Area School Board Member William Formica is accused of writing on social media that Kamala Harris performed a sex act in response to a question about the vice president's political accomplishments. Parents and teachers have criticized Formica’s post as sexist and misogynistic, and say the Republican has a history...
Gas leak prompts partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, utility says
A natural gas leak has led to the partial closure of Main Street in Hellertown, a utility spokesman said. John Mason, a spokesman for UGI Utilities, Inc., confirmed to lehighvalleylive.com the leak initially was called in just after 10 a.m. Thursday when a passer-by smelled a strong odor. Crews continue to work to repair it in the first block of Main Street, near Christ Lutheran Church of Hellertown.
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