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Fourth Of July: Here's Where To Watch Fireworks In Southeastern PA Fourth Of July: Here's Where To Watch Fireworks In Southeastern PA
Fourth Of July: Here's Where To Watch Fireworks In Southeastern PA Communities across southeastern Pennsylvania are preparing to celebrate Independence Day.  Here's an exhaustive list of fireworks shows planned across the region for the holiday weekend.  Berks County FirstEnergy Stadium, 1900 Centre Ave., Reading, will show fireworks July 4, 5 and 6 for the Fightin' Phils games. Tickets can be purchased on the team's website.  Governor Mifflin Intermediate School, 600 Governor Drive, Shillington, will hold the Greater Gov. Mifflin League Community Days. Click here for viewing information.  Bucks County Sesame Place, 100…
Man Shot In Groin Ending Argument At Philly Area Wawa, Police Say Man Shot In Groin Ending Argument At Philly Area Wawa, Police Say
Man Shot In Groin Ending Argument At Philly Area Wawa, Police Say A Delaware County man is charged with attempted murder after police claim he shot another man during a fight in a Wawa parking lot.  Keimork Buffaloe and a friend were talking to two other men at the 2608 Chichester Avenue shop late on Sept. 1 when an argument broke out, according to authorities. The 44-year-old Buffaloe and the victim were separated but continued to argue until took out a revolver and opened fire, police claimed.  Officials said the victim received "multiple gunshot wounds to the groin and scrotum" and was hospitalized.  Investigators said the shootin…
Support Surges For Family Of PA Skydiver Killed In NJ Accident Support Surges For Family Of PA Skydiver Killed In NJ Accident
Support Surges For Family Of PA Skydiver Killed In NJ Accident Support is surging for the family of a 48-year-old Pennsylvania skydiver who was killed in a New Jersey accident last week. Tim Slachta, of Garnet Valley, died Wednesday, May 10 while jumping over Monroe Township. A seasoned jumper, Slachta leaves behind is wife, Sue, and their two boys. More than $2,800 had been raised as of Tuesday, May 16 on a GoFundMe for the family, launched by Slachta's friends. "Tim was a hallmark at Duffers Pub, Glen mills," the campaign reads. "Traveling was one of his many hobbies as well as outdoor sports with his sons. He passed on his love of winter spor…
Longtime PA Fire Chief, Police Officer Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle Longtime PA Fire Chief, Police Officer Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle
Longtime PA Fire Chief, Police Officer Dies After Courageous Cancer Battle A longtime Pennsylvania fire chief and police officer died after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, Oct. 5. He was 57. Stephan “Steve” K. Adamek, had spent the past 35 years as an honorary member of the Boothwyn Fire Company, where he held the positions of township fire chief, chief, assistant chief, and more, officials said. "Steve enjoyed helping others and giving back to his community," reads a statement posted by the Upper Chichester Fire Department. The Upper Chichester Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Honorary Member, Stephan “Steve” Adamek after a.…
These Are The Best School Districts In Pennsylvania, Website Says These Are The Best School Districts In Pennsylvania, Website Says
These Are The Best School Districts In Pennsylvania, Website Says Four Pennsylvania school districts have been ranked among the 50 best in America. Radnor Township came in at No. 14, Tredyffrin-Easttown is ranked No. 27, North Allegheny came in at No. 39, and placed Lower Merion No. 42, on Niche.com's latest rankings. Those four districts topped the list for 2023 Best School Districts in Pennsylvania, released Tuesday, Sept. 27. Here are the top 20 best districts in the state, according to Niche (scroll for a link to the complete list): Radnor Township School District Tredyffrin-Easttown School District North Allegheny School District Lower Merion Schoo…
Longtime Suburban Philly Firefighter, Police Officer Dies, 33 Longtime Suburban Philly Firefighter, Police Officer Dies, 33
Longtime Suburban Philly Firefighter, Police Officer Dies, 33 A longtime Pennsylvania firefighter who also served his community as a police officer died on Monday, Sept. 12. He was 33. Born in Upland and raised in Boothwyn, James C. Hallman III was a 19-year member of the Boothwyn Fire Company, according to his obituary and the department. The Upper Chichester Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Firefighter James Hallman, III. Jim was a 19... Posted by Upper Chichester Fire Department on Monday, September 12, 2022 "His confidence to get the job done was always felt by his fellow brothers," the Upper Chichester Fire department wr…