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James Roebuck, state representative who served Philly for decades, dies at 79
James R. Roebuck Jr., a longtime state representative for West Philadelphia, has died at age 79. The Democrat served the 188th District, which includes the neighborhoods of Spruce Hill, Walnut Hill and University City, from 1985 until 2020. When, where and how he died was not immediately made public. Roebuck...
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...
Philly police, PPA cracking down on unlicensed street mechanics
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) and Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) are gathering to implement their game plan to crackdown on illegal activity in South Philly. They’re focusing on large privately owned lots under Interstate 95 that people have been complaining about. "Over the past few months we’ve...
Gazzos Steaks Opens First Shop in Pottstown to Huge Crowds
Gazzos Steaks owners Joe Lewis and Mike Lamson in their new Pottstown shop. Gazzos Steaks, which built its reputation from a signature food truck and online followers, opened its first shop Saturday on South Hannover Street in Pottstown, writes Evan Brandt for The Pottstown Mercury. The grand opening had more...
Law school graduate finishes studies alongside his four-legged best friend
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Tuesday's commencement ceremony for Widener University's Commonwealth Law School was years in the making for graduate Zachary Penzone. "It's been a hectic three years, been an amazing three years," he said. "I loved every minute at Widener." Tuesday's ceremonies were a treat to share with his...
Delaware County Health Department Takes Exception to John Oliver Mention
John Oliver talked about the Delaware County Health Department's pill disposal program on his show "Last Week Tonight." The Delaware County Health Department got a mention on John Oliver’s program “Last Week Tonight” Sunday night but officials weren’t exactly thrilled, writes Michael Tanenbaum for Philly Voice.
Body found in car pulled out of Cooper River in NJ, source says
A body was found in a car that was pulled out of the Cooper River in Camden County, New Jersey, on Thursday, a source with direct knowledge of the investigation confirmed with NBC10. Léelo en español aquí. SkyForce10 was over the scene along Route 130 in Pennsauken around...
4 women caught in Lululemon heist in Ardmore meanwhile 2 more thefts occurred in Philly
A recent uptick in Lululemon thefts is raising concern after police say they have charged four women caught on camera stealing thousands of dollars of merchandise Tuesday at a location in Ardmore. Meanwhile on Thursday, a Lululemon in Rittenhouse Square was hit twice. FOX 29's Shaynah Ferreira has the scoop.
Former head of Philadelphia union charged with stealing $150,000 to support political candidates
A former leader of a Philadelphia labor union allegedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from his members to support specific candidates in the city’s 2019 Democratic primary election. State and federal authorities accused Christen Woods, a former district head of the National Union of Hospital and Healthcare Employees, of stealing more than $150,000 to […]
Nearly 200 musicians set to perform from West Philly porches on June 8
Dozens of local musicians will croon from porches in West Philadelphia next month during a free music festival that includes concerts in several neighborhoods. As part of West Philly Porchfest, porches, stoops and yards serve as makeshift stages for bands to play shows that last anywhere from 30 minutes to three hours. The annual event takes place Saturday, June 8 from noon to 6 p.m. It will be held rain or shine.
Video: 7-Eleven employee hospitalized after she was forcefully pushed, shoved by female customer
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Scary moments at a South Philadelphia 7-Eleven Monday night, as surveillance shows an employee being forcefully pushed down to the ground by someone leaving the store. The owner of the 7-Eleven says the employee has been released from the hospital, but says situations like this are happening...
7 Pa. cities make ‘worst for bedbugs’ list
Bed bugs garnered some attention last year after a reported outbreak in Paris. Alas, this bed bug mania (so to speak) is still going strong, according to ConsumerAffairs, with large metro areas in the United States seeing more of the critters. Pennsylvania’s cities are no exception. Pest Gnome —...
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