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Infant’s death in day care leads to abuse findings, court challenge
An eastern Iowa day care provider is challenging the state’s findings that she committed abuse that led to the death of an infant. Amanda Cooke of Manchester, who has been a state-registered child care provider since April 2020, has filed a petition in Polk County District Court seeking judicial review of a decision made by […] The post Infant’s death in day care leads to abuse findings, court challenge appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Replica hand-grenade discovered at Pennsylvania airport in carry-on bag
(WHTM)– A replica hand grenade was discovered by TSA at a Pennsylvania airport Monday. A “realistic” replica hand grenade in a carry-on bag was detected by TSA officers at the Philadelphia International Airport, a TSA spokesperson posted on social media. “This may have just been a replica, but it could cause a panic on a […]
Red Lobster Files for Bankruptcy But Springfield Restaurant Still Open
A Red Lobster bankruptcy so far hasn’t affected its Springfield restaurant. Red Lobster Management LLC, with 9 Philadelphia-area restaurants, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Sarah Kinbar for Orlando Business Journal, as printed in Philadelphia Business Journal. The national restaurant chain announced Sunday it had voluntarily filed...
I’m a super-commuter — I travel across 4 states to work in NYC and my salary is worth it
It takes a lot of work for Kyle Rice to get to work. But for a six-figure salary, the suburban father of two doesn’t mind spending over $1,500 a month and traveling across four states for his 125-mile commute into the concrete jungle. “Come with me as I do a super commuter from Wilmington to my job in Manhattan in New York City,” said Kyle Rice, an EMS software developer from New Castle, Delaware, inviting over 1.4 million TikTok viewers to join his two-hour trek. “I commute through 4 states and a total of 240 miles round trip,” he added in the caption...
Parker's plans for Fairmount shelter has some neighbors worried, but Penn expert says don't fear a crime uptick
Earlier this spring, the city quietly began working to add beds and services at a Fairmount homeless shelter. But when word spread of the plans, residents got a little loud. The center in contention is the state-owned facility at 2100 W. Girard Ave., which has provided shelter for homeless people since the Philadelphia Nursing Home exited the site in 2022. City officials reportedly plan to convert the walled-off space into one of Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed triage and wellness centers to help people with addiction. Fairmount neighbors have started a petition — which had 1,175 signatures as of Monday morning — to halt the development of what the city is calling Philly Home at Girard. Some later shouted down city officials at a meeting to discuss the plans.
Monroeville teen sues Panera over claims that Charged Lemonade caused cardiac arrest
A Monroeville teen is suing Panera over claims that drinking the chain’s highly caffeinated Charged Lemonade caused him to go into cardiac arrest. In the lawsuit filed Monday in federal court in Philadelphia, Luke Adams, a junior at Gateway High School, said he ordered a large Mango Yuzu Citrus Charged Lemonade at Panera on William Penn Highway on March 9.
Detour Ahead: Roadwork Planned In Delaware County
A lane closure is scheduled for Wallingford Avenue between Manchester Avenue and Route 252/Providence Road while workers make utility adjustments and mill and pave the roadway, according to officials. Drivers should use alternate routes, they added. to follow Daily Voice Delaware and receive free news updates.
What to do about ATVs in the city, NPR host Ayesha Rascoe on ‘HBCU Made’
Every summer in Philadelphia, ATVs and dirt bikes hit the city streets – and they kick up a lot of controversy. Off-road vehicles are illegal in the city and Mayor Parker says she’s cracking down on the noisy 2-and-4-wheelers. Beyond the nuisance, police say the all-terrain vehicles are a hazard to pedestrians and motorists. But ATV and dirt bike enthusiasts say riding is an important outlet and community. Plus, they say they just need more places to ride. So how do we solve the ATV and dirt bike problem in the city? We talk with Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner Mike Cram, Joey Zaza, president of the ATV Coalition, riding enthusiast JP Norris and Pennsylvania Representative Darisha Parker.
Kennett Square Restaurant Has One of the Best Mushroom Dishes in America
Kennett Square is the Mushroom Capital of the World, so it's no surprise that it has one of the best mushroom dishes in America. Everyone in Chester County knows that Kennett Square is the Mushroom Capital of the World, so it’s no surprise that it has one of the best mushroom dishes in America, writes Mary K. Cahill for Mashed.
Philadelphia police on pace to hit four-year high in dog killings
Philadelphia police dog killings are on track to reach a new high since at least 2020, per data obtained by Axios.Why it matters: A spate of dog attacks in the last two weeks has instilled fear in residents, but animal advocates say the recent spike could be an unfortunate coincidence.By the numbers: Police shot and killed four dogs in the first five months of 2024 — one fewer than they did in all of 2023, when the department had its highest dog-killing total in recent years. Police couldn't immediately provide dog-killings data before 2020.Yes, but: Dog bites through the first...
Frustrated Norristown Residents Looking for Solution to Dangerous Intersection
Norristown residents are frustrated with an intersection that is the site of multiple accidents - some with fatalities - in recent years. Norristown residents are frustrated with an intersection that has been the site of many accidents – some with fatalities – in recent years, writes Alex George for FOX 29 Philadelphia.
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