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Tickets to Longwood unveiling, Christmas display now on sale
The holidays may be a time for feasting, but in 2024 Longwood Gardens is going to be offering a feast for the eyes., It will unveil the massive Longwood Reimagining that’s been underway since 2021 on Nov. 22, and A Longwood Christmas will open the same day. Tickets are on sale now for both, and the Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, attraction ... Read More
PA officials campaign for Harris-Walz ahead of General Election
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Local democrats continue to hold events in support of the Harris-Walz ticket. Senator Chris Coons of Delaware and local officials are campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz ahead of the November 5 General Election. The rally comes just days after the Democratic National Convention, where Pennsylvanians […]
Community Remembers Renowned Kennett Square Geologist, Published Researcher
Dr. Mary Emma Wagner of Kennett Square performed extensive field work and published her research in a variety of scholarly journals. Mary Emma Wagner, of Kennett Square, geologist, published researcher, and retired adjunct professor of geology at the University of Pennsylvania, has passed away at age 97, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
81-year-old man dies of injuries sustained in Lancaster County crash involving horse and buggy
NARVON, Pa. — A Lancaster County man died of injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash involving a horse and buggy Sunday on Sheep Hill Road and Pennsylvania 897, authorities said Tuesday. Levi Stoltzfus, 81, of Narvon, was pronounced dead at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital at 10:24 p.m., according...
Convicted Child Rapist Extradited To PA From England: DA
Gerard Zalewski, 41, skipped bail in April 2006 before his sentencing hearing on child rape charges, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and FBI Philadelphia Special Agent In Charge Wayne A. Jacobs. Zalewski was located 10 years later in Lancashire, England when he was convicted and sentenced...
Three victims killed in Hatboro fatal accident identified as investigation continues
What we know about Hatboro triple fatalHatboro accident claims 3 lives, including young mom, on County Line Road. Two Bucks County residents and a Montgomery County woman died of multiple injuries in a multiple vehicle accident Friday night in Hatboro that remains under police investigation. The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office...
SOS Berks recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day with flag raising ceremony in Reading
An estimated 25 people gathered at a ceremony on Monday at City Park in Reading for a flag-raising ceremony in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, which takes place annually on August 31. The event was organized by the SOS Berks Opioid Coalition, in partnership with the City of Reading....
Reading celebrates opening of new skatepark, fulfilling a decade-long dream
The long-awaited Reading Skatepark officially opened to the public Tuesday, marking the end of a year-long construction project and the realization of a decade-long dream for the local skateboarding community. The dedication ceremony, held at the skatepark’s location on the corner of South 6th and Canal Streets, was attended by city leaders, volunteers, and dozens of enthusiastic community members.
Widener University’s Enrollment Strategy for Its Chester Campus Has Paid Off
Widener University's enrollment has been trending upwards for the past few years. Widener University’s plan to increase its student population is working. The university saw its highest first-year student enrollment on record this past week at 900 students. The Chester university also reported a record high first-year enrollment last...
Mother of football player shot, killed outside school sues School District of Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA - The mother of a 14-year-old boy who was shot and killed outside of Roxborough High School has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the School District of Philadelphia. Meredith Elizalde filed the lawsuit after her son, Nicolas, was gunned down as he and several other teens were...
Ardmore’s Venezuelan Restaurant Autana Won’t Be Gone for Long
Ardmore's Autana closed its doors this month, but the owners are planning a comeback for the Venezuelan restaurant. Autana has closed its doors for good, reports Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. But that’s not the end for the Venezuelan family behind it. The restaurant started out of a...
New, historic deputy chiefs celebrated at Philly's Fire Department
History was made for the Philadelphia Fire Department. Two new Deputy Chiefs have broken the glass ceiling. One is the first Black female to hold the title and the other is the first Latino to be in the role. Tuesday, Aug. 27 was a day of celebration as nearly 20...
3 dead over 2 days in Philadelphia fires
PHILADELPHIA — Three people died in fires in Philadelphia in the last two days — two perished Saturday morning in Northeast Philadelphia, and one died Friday morning in a blaze declared an arson that has resulted in a man being charged with murder. Just after 7:30 a.m. Saturday,...
Specialty insurer names chief underwriting officer
Roosevelt Road Specialty on Tuesday named Chris Smyth as chief underwriting officer for Renaissance Specialty Insurance, its sports, leisure and entertainment managing general underwriter. Mr. Smyth, based in New York, previously was program director for the sports and wellness insurance program at Conshohocken, Pennsylvania-based NSM Insurance Group, a managing general...
Boosting the Breadth of the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center Research Consortium
Before grocery shopping at her local ShopRite on a warm summer day in 2022, a 47-year-old woman paused to have a 20-minute phone call with her “coach.”. The coach, a staff member with expertise in behavioral change affiliated with the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center Research Consortium, talked with her about the foods she would buy and ultimately prepare for family meals.
Dispute Leads To Shooting Inside Philly Auto Body Shop: Police
At approximately 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 27, a shooting incident occurred inside Hollywood Collision Auto Body at 100 West Erie Avenue, police said. Officers responded to a report of a dispute inside the lobby of the business. The female victim was transported to Temple Hospital by police, where she is...
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