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Lehigh County prosecutors say a Whitehall tax collector used her office to send improper business‑tax notices to neighbors who run The Caring Place. The DA has filed misdemeanor counts of official oppression and harassment.
Longtime Philly radio host Mike Missanelli was arrested in Wynnewood after police say an argument with his fiancée turned physical. He faces simple assault and harassment charges.
A 17-year-old was arrested after her 18-year-old boyfriend was fatally stabbed on Market Street in Harrisburg; police say videos and multiple knives were recovered as the probe continues.
Weather & Environment in ...
Freeze Warning through 9 a.m. April 9 in Philadelphia; frost likely. Sunny today, then a sharp warmup into the 80s early next week.
Food & Drinks in ...
Fleur's will pause service on April 12 after seven months in East Kensington as owners regroup to reposition the restaurant and support staff.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Hospitals are partnering with high schools and Bloomberg-backed programs to train students for nursing roles as staffing shortfalls squeeze care. Local programs promise credits, internships and job interviews.
Parks & Nature in ...
Parks & Rec says it will prioritize mowing, hand‑weeding and mulching while phasing out routine herbicide sprays after reporting showed heavy pesticide use in city parks. Officials pledged new buffers, training and more seasonal crews.
Sports in ...
Mercer County approved a lease transfer to DBH Trenton LLC; officials say the sale could be the first step toward restoring affiliated minor‑league baseball in Trenton.
A 45‑year‑old Philadelphia man died after his stalled Honda was struck by two vehicles on southbound Route 1 in Bensalem. A passenger was treated at Jefferson‑Torresdale Hospital and police say investigation is ongoing.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A grenade-shaped novelty lighter briefly paused screening at PHL’s D/E checkpoint before officers cleared the object and reopened operations. No injuries were reported.
A 25-year-old woman was found dead in a Harrisburg apartment; police say the suspect fled to Puerto Rico and a warrant has been issued.
A shooting near 40th and Market in University City left a man dead on April 6 as police investigate. Witnesses and chopper footage showed a heavy police presence at the corner grocery.
Politics & Govt in ...
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will be in Philadelphia on April 13 for Independence Hall, a CEO roundtable and a stop at the Eagles' training facility. The visit highlights trade and cultural ties.
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