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Worker Falls From 8-Story Water Tower: $485K OSHA Fine
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited a New Jersey water tower painting company for three willful and 19 serious violations after finding the contractor failed to provide safety equipment that would’ve prevented an employee from falling 80 feet to the bottom of a water tower. U.S....
N.J. teen didn’t think he’d graduate so he left school. A phone call changed everything.
When Jamil Matos turned 18 this year, he decided he did not want to finish high school, so he stopped attending classes at LEAP Academy University Charter School in Camden. Matos struggled to keep up in a traditional school setting because he was working two jobs, paying rent and had already been held back two grades due to language barriers.
60-year-old diner in New Jersey being reduced to rubble
A generations-old diner in the Garden State is fading into the history books today. The Penn Queen Diner on Route 130 in Pennsauken, just a few minutes from the Betsy Ross Bridge, is being demolished. A short video published to the Pennsauken Talks Facebook group Tuesday showed construction equipment chipping...
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.
Philadelphia woman grows garden on her sidewalk to share with neighbors
Kera Gibbs recognized there was an absence of green space on her Germantown street, but an abundance of creativity in her heart.That's why she created a garden right outside her home to share with her neighbors and the local police.Gibbs also gives back to the community as a Healthy Neighborhoods Specialist with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.Watch our video above to learn more about Gibbs and her mission.RELATED: Gentile's Market worker celebrates 70 years serving Delaware County"I love it, and I love it, and I love it." Joe Gentile shows no signs of slowing down after 70 years serving fresh produce to families in Delaware County.
Cheltenham man sentenced for role in multi-county gun trafficking
NORRISTOWN — A Cheltenham Township man will spend at least two decades in prison on charges he engaged in gun trafficking activities involving 17 firearms as part of a corrupt organization that utilized straw purchase schemes in Montgomery, Bucks and Philadelphia counties. Bryan Jaurice Clark Jr., 27, of the...
Temple Health and Keystone First reach new 2-year deal, avoiding disruption for thousands of patients
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Temple Health in Philadelphia and health insurer Keystone First have reached a new contract deal, avoiding what would have been a major disruption in care for thousands of patients.
INTERVIEW: The Oak Ridge Boys soldier on, with broken hearts
Photo: The Oak Ridge Boys will soon play concerts in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Photo courtesy of the band / Provided by press agent with permission. The Oak Ridge Boys, the legendary country / gospel band, have had a tough 2023 and 2024. Longtime members Duane Allen, who joined in 1966; William Lee, who joined in 1965; and Richard Sterban, who joined in 1972, were set to celebrate 50 years of performing together with Joe Bonsall, who joined in 1973. Unfortunately late last year Bonsall had to leave behind his touring days and begin his well-deserved retirement. He sadly died earlier this summer, but his memories live on thanks to the enthralling music he and the Boys created over the years.
Penn students, administrator testify at Pa. Senate hearing on campus antisemitism
Two Penn students — rising College sophomore Benjamin Messafi and rising Wharton and Engineering senior Noah Rubin — and one administrator testified about their experiences with antisemitism at Penn at a hearing convened by the Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee to reassess policies on harassment and hate speech. Messafi,...
Former Bulldog Connor McMenamin re-signs with Reading Royals
Connor McMenamin has re-signed with the Reading Royals. The forward didn’t see too much ice time last year due to a late start to his season, but skated 10 games. The former Bulldog also didn’t really skate all that much with UMD, having transferred from Penn State, where he spent the majority of his career. For the Bulldogs, he tallied six goals and 15 assists.
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.
IBEW Local 98, Rowan University reach unique education agreement
IBEW Local 98 prides itself on featuring the best-trained, most highly-educated electricians and technicians in the industry. Recently, we doubled down on that commitment to the ongoing education of our apprentices and members by announcing an innovative new partnership with Rowan University that will enable Local 98 apprentices to earn college certificates and degrees while completing their electrical training.
Vince Cicione of Havertown Grateful to ‘3 Heroic Girls’ for His Life
Vince Cicione stands with his daugter, Marissa Cicione, Kerri Pierangeli and Liz Babeuf who all received citations for their quick actions that saved Cicione's life. Havertown resident Vince Cicione is alive today because of quick action from his daughter and two nurses, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Cicione lost consciousness...
Bensalem Council addresses Katharine Drexel Shrine crime, zoning bills
During last Monday’s Bensalem Council meeting, recent crime at the Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine was addressed. Since its closing in 2017, which followed more than a century of housing the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament and numerous relics, the abandoned property has been riddled with break-ins, thefts and other incidents, which were outlined by a concerned resident during the council’s June meeting.
Philly School District kicks off 4th annual back-to-school bus tour in West Philly
The fourth annual back-to-school bus tour kicked off Monday at the School of the Future in West Philly. Vendors offered free backpacks and school supplies while district staff provided parents with information about the new school year.
Toll increase coming for these N.J. and Philadelphia bridges for the first time in 13 years
Drivers who use the Delaware River Port Authority’s four bridges between New Jersey and Philadelphia will see a toll increase for the first time in 13 years, starting on Sept. 1. It’s been a good run of paying a $5 car toll to cross the Walt Whitman, Benjamin Franklin,...
Kyi’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 Kyi’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....
'Juvenile' Hit By Car In Broomall: Police
The victim was struck by a southbound vehicle while crossing Sproul Road near Lawrence Road in Broomall around 7 p.m., authorities said in a release. They were taken to Lankenau Hospital while the driver remained on the scene and cooperated with investigators, police wrote. Marple police and the Delaware County...
A 6-year Temple University Police veteran, K9 officer Chandler dies from medical condition
The Temple University Police Department on Sunday announced the death of K9 officer Chandler, a 10-year-old German shephard. Chandler was a six-year veteran of the force.
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