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Bucks County and South Jersey dry out on Friday, May 17. Won't be so lucky this weekend
Even though the Bucks County-South Jersey region will dry out somewhat on Friday, May 17. back-to-back low pressure systems will produce periods of rain throughout the weekend. Residents will have to wait until at least Monday for the next period of sustained sunshine. If you’re getting ready to head out...
Raccoon kits rescued from truck bed in Hilltown
A volunteer from Wildlife in Need (WIN) PA rescued four orphaned raccoon kits from the back of a pickup truck in Hilltown yesterday. The four kits were discovered by someone who walked by the truck and notified police who were on the property in the 4600 block of Bethlehem Pike for an unrelated call, said Hilltown Police Chief Chris Englehart.
Providence Man Sentenced to Six Years for Distributing Oxycodone in Worcester Area
A man from Providence has been handed a six-year prison sentence for peddling oxycodone pills to an undercover officer, federal authorities announced. Brandon Jones, 35, received the sentence in a federal court in Worcester after pleading guilty to charges related to drug distribution, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Authorities Dismantle Major Gun Trafficking Ring in Philadelphia Area, Arrest Seven
Seven individuals, including six from Philadelphia and one from Norristown, have been arrested for their roles in a gun and drug trafficking organization. The group allegedly bought firearms, removed serial numbers, and sold them illegally alongside methamphetamine and other drugs. Key Takeaways:. Seven individuals from Philadelphia and Norristown were arrested...
Elmwood Park Zoo New Animal Hospital To Open
Norristown's Elmwood Park Zoo is ready to unveil its new Welcome Center and world class Veterinary Health Center to the public on Jun. 27. Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo is ready to unveil its new Welcome Center and world-class Veterinary Health Center to the public on Jun. 27, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch.
Former PA Lieutanant Governor candidate gets probation for Bucks underage drinking party last year
A Lansdale woman, who ran unsuccessfully on the Republican ticket in 2022 for Pennsylvania lieutenant governor, was sentenced to one year probation for providing alcohol to and partying with 20 underage teenagers in her Bucks County basement last year “for the love of her daughter,” according to Jo Ciavaglia of Bucks County Courier Times.
Investing in Reliability: PECO Enhances Electric Infrastructure in Montgomery County
PECO's continued infrastructure investments include 97 electric reliability projects across Montgomery County in 2024. This week marks National Infrastructure Week, a nationwide event led by nonprofit United for Infrastructure that focuses on raising awareness about the importance of infrastructure and advocating for improvements. This week serves as an opportunity to highlight the fact that PECO works year-round to ensure its infrastructure is safe and reliable for all customers across the region.
Woman stole thousands from residents of Pa. healthcare center: police
A 29-year-old Lehigh County woman is accused of stealing more than $6,000 from elderly victims while taking care of them at a Montgomery County healthcare center, police said. Crystal Bianca Brito, of the 200 block of West Chestnut Street in Macungie, is charged with 126 felony counts. The charges include...
Former Pa. Lt. Gov. candidate pleads no contest to giving alcohol to teens at party
A former GOP candidate for Pennsylvania’s lieutenant governor -- who was also involved in a political action committee that claimed liberals were “indoctrinating” students -- will serve a year of probation after pleading no contest to giving alcohol to teenagers while hosting her daughter's birthday party in Bucks County.
North Penn School District hires independent law firm to investigate middle school lunchroom assault
The North Penn School Board approved the hiring of a law firm to investigate last month’s student attack on a seventh-grader at Pennbrook Middle. Parents again express frustration at district officials for how they have been handling the incident.
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