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U-Haul van plows into bank in Allentown; police investigating
Allentown police and emergency personnel responded Friday evening after a driver in a U-Haul plowed into a Wells Fargo branch on Union Boulevard. The accident happened around 7:30 p.m. Witnesses said the driver was heading west on Union Boulevard when it crossed over the road, struck two parked vehicles and slammed into the left front corner of the bank building the bank building, where the ...
DA: Large-Scale Burglary Ring Targeted Homes in So. Lehigh, Beyond
Members of a large-scale burglary ring that allegedly targeted homes in Upper Saucon Township and beyond have been apprehended and are facing charges, authorities announced Friday. Est. Read Time: 4 mins. Members of a large-scale burglary ring that allegedly targeted homes in Upper Saucon Township and beyond have been apprehended...
Rite Aid to close Lehigh Valley store, 3 others in Pa.
Pharmaceutical chain Rite Aid plans to close 16 more stores, including four locations in Pennsylvania. The stores are located in Schuylkill, Philadelphia, Wayne and Lehigh counties. In a bankruptcy filing earlier this week, Rite Aid said it plans to close the following stores in Pennsylvania:. 500 N. Claude Lord Blvd.,...
Baby gator found a year ago in Pa. sewage treatment plant doing ‘fantastic’
ALLENWOOD —“ Fantastic” is the way a senior keeper at Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland describes the condition of the baby alligator found in a Lehigh County sewage treatment plant a year ago Sunday. Thanos, as it has been named, is spunky and eating well, said keeper Tiffany...
Teenage entrepreneur opening 'dream' restaurant at former Dinky’s spot in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Just a year after graduating from Liberty High School in Bethlehem, a driven, business-minded teenager is set to notch another significant accomplishment in the city. Abdul S. Wali, 18, will soon be able to call himself a restaurateur as he is teaming up with his father, Mohammad...
As Supercross returns to Philly, check out this local rider's Eagles-themed helmet, bike
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A teenager from Telford, Bucks County, is preparing to compete at the AMA Supercross Championship at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend, and he'll be repping Philly during the race.Bryce Shelly, 19, will wear an Eagles helmet and ride an Eagles green bike while riding through the team's stadium on Saturday. His motorcycle is usually blue, but Shelly felt it was fitting to make some changes for his homecoming."Super exciting to have a race here at Lincoln Financial Field," Shelly said. "Me growing up about 30 minutes from here, it's super special to me, and it's...
Paul Kerr Sentenced For Shooting At Pagan’s Place Bar: PA AG
Paul Kerr, 30, was sentenced to seven to 14 years in prison on Wednesday, April 24, according to the state Attorney General's Office. Authorities said Kerr walked into Pagan's Place bar on Jan. 7, 2023 and was asked to leave by the owner. Kerr "refused and proceeded to argue with Pagan" before exiting the bar, prosecutors said.
Up In Smoke: Phillipsburg Man and Five Others Charged in Raw Pot Ring in Warren County
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - An eight-month investigation resulted in the search and seizure of $20,000 and suspected raw marijuana at a series of smoke shops in Hackettstown. Canna Campus, Good Luck Vapes, Smokey Bear, and Mom N Pops CBD Wellness Shops in Hackettstown were subject to a search warrant which revealed $20,000 in US currency, suspected raw marijuana and suspected cannabinoid-infused products in various forms.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Law enforcement identified Michael Scardigno, 33, of Phillipsburg, who is now charged with third-degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute...
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