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About 20 cars were damaged by vandals in the Rhawnhurst section of Northeast Philadelphia early Monday morning, police said. The cars mostly were parked on Hartel Avenue and had their windows smashed. No one was injured and nothing was reported stolen, police said. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

Philadelphia police are investigating the death of a 31-year-old man who was found dead inside the trunk of a car on the 400 block of North Fifth Street in Northern Liberties on Sunday, Oct. 8. The discovery was made in a neighborhood known for nightspots like Franklin Music Hall, Yards Brewing and Silk City Diner.…

Upper Moreland police fatally shot a woman, 69, who pointed a gun at EMTs and officers on Sunday afternoon, Montgomery County prosecutors said. The woman to drop the weapon when police arrived on the scene and aimed the gun at officer, police said. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

When it comes to autism care, early intervention has emerged as a key factor in guiding the developmental trajectory for children on the spectrum. The initial years of a child’s life form the bedrock of their cognitive, emotional, and social development. It’s during this age that the brain exhibits remarkable plasticity, making it ripe for…

Temple University’s faculty union plans to hold a rally on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 to demand a new contract with pay increases and better benefits. The demonstration will take place from 2-4 p.m. at Pollet and Liacouras walks. The Temple Association of University Professionals’ current deal is set to expire on Sunday, Oct. 15. Top…

Two men have been charged for the 2018 fatal shooting of Rasul Benson at a South Philadelphia gas station. Hanef Wilkins and Yameen Mofield will face 45 to 90 years in jail. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

Philadelphia police are looking for a silver Nissan after a hit-and-run at Frankford Ave. and Ontario St. that left a 57-year-old pedestrian dead early Friday morning. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

The R.M. Palmer Company did not evacuate workers from its West Reading chocolate factory ahead of the March 24 explosion that killed seven workers – despite employees reporting that they smelled gas, according to citations issued by OSHA. The company plans to contest the citations. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

The publisher of El Periodiquito, a Spanish-language newspaper in Hazelton, Luzerne County, allegedly was shot in the arm Wednesday by a man angry about caricatures that went to print. The alleged gunman, 60-year-old Victor Perez, told police he was mad about images of his wife and children, investigators said. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News…

Philadelphia police allege Robert Davis, 19, killed journalist Josh Kruger at his Point Breeze home on Monday, Oct. 2. Police said Kruger, 39, had been serving as a mentor to Davis. An arrest warrant has been issued, but police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting. Kruger was an award-winning writer and former spokesperson…

A section of City Avenue’s northbound lane, between Cardinal Avenue and Lapsley Lane, will be closed 24/7 from Oct. 7 through Oct. 14 for the construction of St. Joe’s University’s pedestrian underpass, PennDOT says. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

The 76ers have called on Kevin Hart to help raise public support for their Center City arena proposal. The comedian, a diehard Sixers fan, filmed an ad that talks up the benefits of the arena. The 30-second ad has appeared on TikTok and other platforms as sponsored content. Critics say the team is using a…

Philadelphia International Airport will start allowing up to 50 non-ticketed guests per day through security checkpoints with the new Wingmate pass. The free pass allows people to accompany travelers to their gates and wait for those arriving on domestic flights. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

Pennsylvania’s new license plate for the state amphibian, the eastern hellbender, benefits conservation programs. The eastern hellbender is the largest salamander species in North America. To get the plate — or any special fund license plate — motorists must fill out PennDOT’s form MV-911. The full fee for the eastern hellbender plate is $41, of…

Philadelphia police officers fatally shot a man who opened fire on officers responding to a domestic dispute in Rhawnhurst on Monday night. Three officers were struck by gunfire and hospitalized with non-fatal injuries. The man had shot a family member during a dispute over a video game, investigators said. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News…

25,000 low-income Philadelphia residents will receive free SEPTA Key cards in the mail by the end of 2023 as part of the Zero Fare program, a two-year pilot program. Participants were randomly chosen by the city and community organizations. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

A motorcyclist wanted for smashing a woman’s rear windshield and pointing a gun at her has been identified by Philadelphia police, authorities said. The incident outside City Hall was caught on video and went viral. The woman’s two children and girlfriend were in the car at the time of the incident. The suspect’s name was…

Krispy Kreme is looking to sell off its majority stake in Insomnia Cookies after more than five years in order to focus on growing its core doughnut business. Insomnia Cookies has more than doubled its store count and expanded internationally since Krispy Kreme acquired the majority stake in 2018. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News…

Philadelphia officials broke ground Tuesday on a 10-acre park on the Delaware River waterfront in Bridesburg. The project will form park of the Riverfront North Greenway, a series of eight parks that run from Port Richmond to Torresdale in the Northeast. The first phase of the new park is expected to open in early 2025. Top…

Pat Pespas, one of the stars of the HBO docuseries ‘Telemarketers,’ has been reported missing in Pennsylvania. He was last seen by loved ones in Easton, police said. In ‘Telemarketers,’ Pespas, 54, plays a prominent role in highlighting the scams perpetrated by Civic Development Group, a call center operator that was shut down by the…

Sprouts Farmers Market is planning to open six new grocery stores in the Philadelphia region over the next few years. New developments in South Philadelphia, Northeast Philadelphia, Northern Liberties, Montgomery County and two more undisclosed locations will bring Sprouts’ local footprint to 11 total stores. Top Featured Tags: – Philadelphia News Press Release Distribution Service

SEPTA is offering Phillies fans free rides home on the Broad Street Line after every Wild Card playoff game against the Miami Marlins this week. The three-game series will be played Tuesday, Wednesday and, if necessary, Thursday. All games start at 8:08 p.m. SEPTA is running extra BSL trains ahead of each game. Top Featured…