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Boar's Head recalls deli meats due to Listeria outbreak reported in 13 states including PA
A Listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats — resulting in two deaths and 33 hospitalizations so far — has led to a recall of Boar’s Head products. According the Centers for Disease Control, the cases have been reported across 13 states, including Pennsylvania, and involve people eating meats sliced at deli counters in grocery stores, delis, and other food shops.
School District of Philadelphia gives out free resources ahead of 1st day of classes
It may not be what kids want to hear, but the first day of school in Philadelphia is a month away.The School District of Philadelphia is helping families prepare with an event that provides free resources and lots of fun.The Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour kicked off at the School of the Future in Philadelphia's Parkside neighborhood on Monday."We want them to come and have fun. Dance to the music," said Adam Northam, the deputy chief of internal communications for the School District of Philadelphia.At first glance, the event looked like a summer festival, drawing in thousands of people who...
Owner of Pa. casino buys hotel
The parent company of one the largest casinos in Pennsylvania has purchased a nearby hotel. Greenwood Racing Inc., the parent company of Parx Casino, has announced that its subsidiary has purchased The Inn at Fox Chase at 3327 State Road in Bensalem Township, Bucks County. Parx Casino is located at 2999 State Road.
Teen dead, three hospitalized after crash involving stolen car in Montgomery County
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) — A teenager died and multiple people were taken to the hospital after a crash in Springfield Township, Montgomery County, early Monday morning.A 15-year-old was ejected from a stolen Hyundai Elantra and died at the scene of the accident, and two people who were trapped in that car were transported to Jefferson Einstein Medical Center – Main Campus, according to Springfield Township police. The driver of the other car, an Infinity, was also trapped and was transported to Jefferson Abington, police said. The preliminary investigation suggests that the Infinity, a QX80, was traveling north on Stenton Avenue when a 2020 Hyundai Elantra traveling east on East Evergreen Avenue ran a red light and crashed into the Infinity just before 5 a.m. The Hyundai was reported stolen to Philadelphia police on Saturday.The Springfield Township Police Department is continuing to investigate the crash. Witnesses can call 215-836-1601 to share more information.
NJ family wants answers year after grandmother vanishes without a trace
It's been exactly a year since Norma Yates was last seen in her Atco, New Jersey neighborhood.She vanished without a trace leaving her daughter, Nichole Starinieri Ennis, on a mission to find her."Norma is fun, full of life, she made mistakes like all of us. She's a great person, missed by many. We know Norma didn't walk away. Our mom would never leave us," said Starinieri Ennis.When police last made contact with Yates she was charging her phone and asked for water. The last time she was seen was on July 29, 2023."We love her and we know someone knows...
Help ID a pair of dine and dashers at Sack O’ Subs in Ventnor, NJ
A pair of dine and dashers dined at Sack O' Subs in Ventnor, according to a the popular sandwich shop. We would like to take a moment to thank our awesome patrons for another successful and busy weekend. We also would like to give a friendly reminder to the lucky few to pay for your food before you walk out with it. Unfortunately, this issue occurred both Saturday & Sunday at our Ventnor location. That being said, here are our first inductees to the wall of SHAME!
Kyj’s Bakery Closing in Chester, Brookhaven After a 70-Year Run
Kyj's Bakery is closing down operations in a few days after a 70-year run. You have until Aug. 3 and 4 to visit Kyj’s Bakery before its doors close forever, writes Colin Ainsworth for the Daily Times. The 70-year-old Ukrainian bakery will close Aug. 3 in Chester and Aug....
NJ state police trooper admits punching handcuffed woman in face
🔻 Under plea deal, no public employment or office. A New Jersey state police trooper from Gloucester County has admitted to punching a handcuffed woman in the face, while she was sitting in a police vehicle, awaiting a medical evaluation. On Thursday, 28-year-old Nicolas Hogan, of Gibbstown, pleaded guilty...
Jehovah’s Witnesses Mark 124 Years of Large-Scale Conventions in Philadelphia
Jehovah's Witnesses are celebrating 124 years of large-scale conventions in Philadelphia, with 3,300 delegates from 28 countries joining thousands of locals at the Wells Fargo Center for a three-day event with the theme "Declare the Good News!". The post Jehovah’s Witnesses Mark 124 Years of Large-Scale Conventions in Philadelphia appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Child airlifted, others injured after boat runs aground off South Jersey river
A child was airlifted after a boat carrying multiple passengers ran aground Sunday on a river in Atlantic County, officials said. The incident occurred on the South River adjacent to Estell Manor Park, according to a county spokeswoman. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
2nd Street Festival returns to Northern Liberties on August 4
A popular festival is coming back to Northern Liberties on August 4. The 14th Annual 2nd Street Festival takes over fourteen blocks of North 2nd Street between Girard Avenue and Spring Garden Street and goes from 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. The event will have 200 vendors, 21 food trucks, 100 shopping vendors, 60 local artists […]
16-Year-Old Ajai Stafford Missing in Philadelphia, Police Seek Public's Assistance
The Philadelphia community is on alert as the search continues for Ajai Stafford, a 16-year-old juvenile reported missing from the 35th District. Information regarding his last known whereabouts points to the 45xx block of N. 16th St., where he was seen at approximately 12:53 pm today, according to the Philadelphia Police Department's blotter.
Ex-New Jersey trooper pleads guilty to punching handcuffed woman in police car
A former New Jersey state trooper who punched a woman while she was handcuffed in the back of a squad car two years ago has pleaded guilty to third-degree aggravated assault, the New Jersey Office of Attorney General said. Nicholas Hogan, 28, of Gibbstown, Gloucester County, was accused of striking...
Police offer 5 safety tips as theft rises on Wilmington trail
After an uptick in thefts and attempted thefts along the Jack A. Markell Trail, the New Castle County Police are warning walkers, runners and bikers a lot to be safe. Joan Burke, a 74-year-old resident of Bear, frequents that trail along with many others, as she’s an active member of the Wilmington Trail Club and hikes six times a week ... Read More
New Castle County Police investigate attempted thefts at local nature trail
New Castle County Police are now investigating the Jack A. Markell Trail after a report of multiple attempted robberies. 76-year-old David Munion was one of the victims of these attempted robberies and says there were two teenagers who tried to steal his bicycle. Munion stated that the robber followed him and began chasing him at […]
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