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A man pulled from Devil's Pool along Wissahickon Creek on Friday died after emergency crews performed CPR. Police say the incident is under investigation.
State police say a man in a blue hatchback tried to lure a student near Smithbridge Road in Glen Mills; investigators want tips and video from neighbors.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A hydraulic leak on Runway 27 prompted a ground stop at Philadelphia International, halting some evening arrivals. No injuries were reported and crews are assessing the aircraft.
Retail & Industry in ...
A 200X the Cash scratch-off worth $1 million was sold at a Hilltown Township Giant; the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for the sale.
A Lancaster County clerk was charged after prosecutors say he accessed and shared an Iranian national's name and address with a watchdog group during a CBP inquiry.
Politics & Govt in ...
Rep. Brendan Boyle introduced the Gas Price Relief Act to pause the federal gas tax when national averages top $4 and redirect subsidies to protect highway funding.
Food & Drinks in ...
Adam Golomb’s Markham Team bought 10 Smoothie King locations across Philadelphia and South Jersey, promising repairs, retraining and plans for regional expansion. The deal gives the group a multi‑store base to grow.
A man in his 20s was critically shot in Germantown after a dispute over a stolen scooter; police say the shooter fired about 15 rounds and one person is in custody.
Plymouth Township police documented 93 retail-theft incidents in March; the department says 56 arrests were made and dozens of cases remain under investigation.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Prickett Preserve, a Wegmans-anchored shopping center in Yardley, is being marketed for sale; brokers highlight a long-term grocery lease and strong occupancy.
A West Chester University student was struck and killed near campus early Sunday. Police are investigating and the university has offered counseling.
A man was critically injured in a stabbing early Sunday on the 3700 block of North 6th Street in North Philadelphia. Police are investigating and asking for tips.
Lower Merion’s Board of Commissioners says it won’t provide resources to ICE without a judicial warrant and that LMPD won’t enforce civil immigration orders after a late‑January detainment in Penn Wynne.
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