Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles
Dollar Tree Completes Family Dollar Sale For $1B Amid Discount Chain's Struggles Dollar Tree has finalized the sale of its struggling Family Dollar chain to two investment firms for a little more than $1 billion. Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management have completed their $1.007 billion cash purchase of Chesapeake, Virginia-based Family Dollar. The deal was first revealed in March and Dollar Tree announced the sale's completion in a news release on Tuesday, July 8. Dollar Tree said it expects to receive about $800 million after taxes and other adjustments, including $665 million paid at closing. "The completion of this transaction marks a defining m…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Eastern PA Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Eastern PA
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Eastern PA With a strong system sweeping through from the west, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch has just been issued by the National Weather Service for much of the region. It lasts until 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 8 for the areas in yellow in the image above, including much of downstate New York, all of New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, most of Maryland and Virginia, and Fairfield County, Connecticut. "A slow moving frontal boundary will interact with a tropical air mass to bring showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening," the National Weather Service said.  Locally heavy rainfall is…
Rowing Coach Finds NJ Tesla Driver Dead, Submerged In PA Lake: Coroner Rowing Coach Finds NJ Tesla Driver Dead, Submerged In PA Lake: Coroner
Rowing Coach Finds NJ Tesla Driver Dead, Submerged In PA Lake: Coroner A rowing coach discovered a submerged Tesla in a Bucks County lake — with a New Jersey man dead inside, authorities confirmed to Daily Voice on Tuesday, July 8. Wen H. Chen, 33, of Princeton, was pulled from the vehicle after it was found underwater in Lake Luxembourg at Core Creek Park in Middletown Township on Thursday, July 3, according to Bucks County Coroner Patricia Campi. “A rowing coach reported a vehicle submerged with its windows up,” Campi told Daily Voice. The Tesla was located several hundred feet from the boat ramp near Tollgate and Fulling Mill roads, she said. Emergency res…
PA Woman Dies After Jumping From Moving Car During Fight: Coroner PA Woman Dies After Jumping From Moving Car During Fight: Coroner
PA Woman Dies After Jumping From Moving Car During Fight: Coroner A woman died from a head injury after jumping from a moving vehicle during an argument in Lehigh County, authorities announced on Tuesday, July 8. Abigail R. Smith, 24, of Upper Macungie Township, exited the car while it was still in motion during an altercation with the driver on Monday, July 7 around 5:55 p.m., according to the Lehigh County Coroner's Office. The incident happened in the 2300 block of Seipstown Road in Weisenberg Township, the office said. Smith was rushed to Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, where she was pronounced dead at 10:55 p.m. the same night. An autopsy was pe…
PA Motorcyclist  Dad Dies Weeks After Hitting Deer: Coroner PA Motorcyclist  Dad Dies Weeks After Hitting Deer: Coroner
PA Motorcyclist Dad Dies Weeks After Hitting Deer: Coroner A Pennsylvania dad who was remembered for his drive and determination died after his motorcycle struck a deer in Montgomery County, authorities announced on Tuesday, July 8.. Nicholos F. Cain, 34, of Bechtelsville, was riding in the 200 block of Swamp Creek Road in Douglass Township when the collision happened just before midnight on Friday, June 20, according to the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office. Cain was rushed to Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, where he fought for over two weeks before succumbing to his injuries. He was pronounced dead at 5:07 p.m. on Monday, July 7. His death w…
Plane Crash Near NC Airport Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead Plane Crash Near NC Airport Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead
Plane Crash Near NC Airport Leaves Family With 2 Young Children Dead A family of four was killed after their small plane crashed in a field in central North Carolina, authorities said. The crash occurred just after 1:45 p.m. Monday, July 7 near the Raleigh Executive Jetport in Lee County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.  The wreckage was located between Wallace Creek Lane and Riddle Road. Three of the victims died at the scene. A fourth was taken to UNC Hospital and later died from their injuries, troopers said. The aircraft was a single-engine Cirrus SR22, the Federation Aviation Administration (FAA) announced. The victims were…
CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity' CEO Leaving Fast Food Giant To Run Hershey's Chocolate: 'Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity'
Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner To Lead The Hershey Company The CEO of Wendy's is ditching hamburgers for chocolate as he agrees to be in charge of Hershey's. Kirk Tanner will take over as CEO of The Hershey Company on Monday, Aug. 18, the chocolate giant announced on Tuesday, July 8. The former PepsiCo executive will replace longtime leader Michele Buck, who will stay on in a senior advisory role during the transition. Tanner will leave his president and CEO position with Wendy's on Friday, July 18. "I am truly honored to be chosen as the next leader of a company I've long admired," Tanner said. "Throughout my career, I've remained …
Philly Man Secretly Sent Himself Nude Pics From Victims’ Phones, Posted Them Online: AG Philly Man Secretly Sent Himself Nude Pics From Victims’ Phones, Posted Them Online: AG
Philly Man Secretly Sent Himself Nude Pics From Victims’ Phones, Posted Them Online: AG A Philadelphia man is accused of secretly stealing nude photos from five victims’ phones and posting them online, Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Tuesday, July 8. Tyler J. Jones, 33, was charged with Felony Unlawful Use of a Computer, Felony Unlawful Duplication, Misdemeanor Invasion of Privacy, and Misdemeanor Unlawful Dissemination, according to the attorney general. His preliminary arraignment was held early Tuesday morning. His bail was set at $350,000, and he was ordered to have no contact with the victims, according to court records. Jones accessed the victims’ nude photos …
McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return
McDonald's Adds Spicy Breakfast Menu Item As Fans Brace For Snack Wrap's Return A huge week for McDonald's fans just got spicier. McDonald's officially launched spicy versions of its iconic Egg McMuffin nationwide on Tuesday, July 8. Each sandwich is served on a toasted English muffin with egg, cheese, spicy pepper sauce, and either Canadian bacon or sausage. Customers can choose from a Spicy McMuffin with Egg, a Spicy Sausage McMuffin, and a Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg. "The word on the street is we're turning up the heat on breakfast this summer," the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter posted. "You can add some kick to your morni…
Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation
Here's How Many Days Parents Need To Recover From Family Vacation Family vacations may be packed with memories, but for many parents, the real trip starts when they get home. It takes the average parent two and a half days to recover from traveling with kids, according to a new survey of 2,000 parents of children under 12. For one in three, the peaceful part of the journey doesn’t even make it past the first hour.  Whether by plane, car, or train, bickering, meltdowns, and mood swings are frequent fliers on most family itineraries. When asked to estimate how long it takes to feel fully like themselves again after a trip, parents said they needed 2.…
Widespread Steamy Storms Will Bring Drenching Downpours: Here's Timing Widespread Steamy Storms Will Bring Drenching Downpours: Here's Timing
Widespread Steamy Storms Will Bring Drenching Downpours: Here's Timing A burst of summer heat will be interrupted by a wave of steamy, storm-driven downpours this week. Forecasters say a daily pattern of pop-up storms and drenching showers will develop across the eastern US, continuing even after the remnants of Chantal move out to sea, according to the National Weather Service. The most widespread activity is expected Tuesday, July 8, as heat and humidity combine with incoming atmospheric fronts to trigger thunderstorms from New England to the mid-Atlantic. The most likely timeframe for storms is from until around 2 p.m. through the early evening. The …
TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says
TSA To End Shoes-Off Policy At Airport Security Checkpoints, Report Says It may soon be time to leave your shoes on at the airport. After nearly two decades of making travelers remove footwear at security checkpoints, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reportedly phasing out the long-standing policy at many major airports across the country. Starting Sunday, July 13, passengers in general screening lanes — not just those with TSA PreCheck — will no longer need to remove their shoes at dozens of high-volume US airports, according to an internal agency memo obtained by ABC News. The change will roll out gradually nationwide, with more airports ad…
Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets
Rider Suffers Concussion In Crash, Prompting Massive Recall Of Snowmobile Helmets More than 225,000 snowmobile helmets are being recalled after a rider suffered a concussion when their helmet came off during a crash. The recall affects about 201,200 helmets sold in the US under the 509 and Polaris brands, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 3. About 26,800 helmets sold in Canada were also included in the recall. The CPSC warned that the helmets don't offer enough protection in a crash and pose a risk of head injury. So far, one concussion injury has been reported from a rider whose helmet came off during a crash. T…
Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight Stunning Summer Sky Events Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight Stunning Summer Sky Events
Thunder Moon, Fireballs, Milky Way Glow Highlight Stunning Summer Sky Events Fireworks won’t be the only things lighting up the sky this month. Stargazers will be treated to a trio of celestial shows this month, starting with the rise of the Thunder Moon on Thursday, July 10. Named for the seasonal storms that rumble across North America, this bright full moon will rise in the southeastern sky around nightfall. It will shine through the night before setting near sunrise. Later in the month, skies will glow with something even more dramatic: a rare meteor shower doubleheader.  The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will peak together on the n…
Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers
Household Staples Pulled In Recall Of Items Sold At Costco, Other Retailers A pair of everyday products sold through Costco have been pulled from shelves over safety concerns affecting customers across the US. The recall involves two separate products — a portable power bank and a window air conditioning unit — and affects items sold both directly through Costco and via Costco Next, a program that lets members buy brand-name goods at Costco pricing. One of the recalled items is the Anker Power Bank (10K, 22.5W), identified by model number A1257.  Anker voluntarily launched the recall after an internal review found that lithium-ion battery cells from one suppl…
Man Gropes Child, Solicits Sex Acts In Pennsylvania, Police Allege Man Gropes Child, Solicits Sex Acts In Pennsylvania, Police Allege
Man Gropes Child, Solicits Sex Acts In Pennsylvania, Police Allege A Pennsylvania man is accused of groping a child and following a woman into a store where he offered her money for sex before assaulting her on the street, Lancaster police announced on Monday, July 7. Shydon Roberts-Langhorn, 27, was arrested on June 24 after a victim pointed him out to officers on South Queen Street. The officer recognized him from earlier reports involving a juvenile and another victim who were groped downtown on June 17 and 18, police said. After his arrest, another woman came forward, telling detectives she was harassed inside a store on June 23 by a man who persistent…
Next Of Kin Sought After Man Found Dead In York City Home: Coroner Next Of Kin Sought After Man Found Dead In York City Home: Coroner
Next Of Kin Sought After Man Found Dead In York City Home: Coroner Officials are trying to locate the family of a man who recently died in York, the York County Coroner’s Office announced on Monday, July 8. The coroner’s office is seeking the next of kin for Jeffery Bartlett, a man in his 60s who lived in York City, according to the office’s announcement. His death is not considered suspicious, the coroner confirmed. Anyone who may know Bartlett’s relatives or has information on how to contact his family is asked to call the York County Coroner’s Office at 717-840-7617 as soon as possible.
PA Teen Vomitted Then Was Assaulted In Her Sleep; Now Her Rapist Learns Fate:DA PA Teen Vomitted Then Was Assaulted In Her Sleep; Now Her Rapist Learns Fate:DA
PA Teen Vomitted Then Was Assaulted In Her Sleep; Now Her Rapist Learns Fate:DA A Drumore Township man has been sentenced to up to eight years in prison for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl he got drunk and attacked in her sleep, Lancaster County prosecutors announced on Monday, July 7. Dakoda Fissel Westfall, 27, gave the teen beer and liquor until she vomited — then took advantage of her unconscious state inside his Slate Hill Road home in July 2022, according to Assistant District Attorney Elizabeth Lapp. A jury convicted Westfall in March following a disturbing three-day trial. He was found guilty of: Aggravated Indecent Assault Without Consent. Indecent As…
Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In Pennsylvania Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In Pennsylvania
Dad-To-Be, Jerry Michalak, Dies Unexpectedly At 37 In Pennsylvania A York man known for his loyalty, love of music, and devotion to family died unexpectedly just months before welcoming his first child, according to his obituary. Jerry Edward Michalak Jr., 37, died at WellSpan York Hospital on Saturday, June 28, 2025, the John W. Keffer Funeral Home announced. Jerry grew up in Dover and graduated from Northeastern Senior High School in 2006. He proudly served in the National Guard and was described as a kind and generous soul. He was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and never missed a game. Friends and family said he was passionate about music, gaming, …
PA Baker, Mom Of 4 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Hit-And-Run: Coroner PA Baker, Mom Of 4 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Hit-And-Run: Coroner
PA Baker, Mom Of 4 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Hit-And-Run: Coroner A Dallastown mother of four and beloved local baker was identified as the motorcyclist killed in a York City hit-and-run, the York County Coroner’s Office announced on Monday, July 7. Ashley Rodriguez-Fargas, 30, was riding north on South Belvidere Avenue when she was struck by a vehicle turning into her path at West King Street just after 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, authorities said. The car fled the scene, police said. Rodriguez-Fargas was rushed to WellSpan York Hospital, where she died at 8:54 p.m. from blunt force trauma. Her death was ruled accidental following an autopsy on Monday, …
Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know
Amazon Warns Of Scam Surge As Prime Day Starts: What To Know Prime members are being urged to stay vigilant following a new scam warning by Amazon as its annual Prime Day event gets underway. Prime Day is often used by scammers as cover for phishing attempts and impersonation fraud. It runs from Tuesday, July 8, through Friday, July 11. The company says fraudsters are increasingly targeting shoppers with fake emails, texts, and phone calls that appear to come from Amazon.  The goal: to trick users into handing over personal or financial information. In many cases, the messages create a false sense of urgency, such as a problem with an ord…
Officer-Involved Shooting Shuts Down Soul Lounge In Steelton: Mayor Officer-Involved Shooting Shuts Down Soul Lounge In Steelton: Mayor
Officer-Involved Shooting Shuts Down Soul Lounge In Steelton: Mayor An officer-involved shooting outside Soul Lounge in Steelton shut down North Front Street early Sunday, July 7, prompting the mayor to temporarily close the hookah bar, officials said. The gunfire erupted around 4 a.m. near Pine Street and River Alley, Steelton Mayor Ciera Dent said in a statement later that day. Officers were responding to a shooting when a suspect allegedly pointed a gun at one of them, leading the officer to return fire, according to Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo. The suspect, who had already shot another person, was struck by police and hospitalized with …
Horse Rescued From Manure Pit In Lancaster County After Fire Company’s Training Pays Off Horse Rescued From Manure Pit In Lancaster County After Fire Company’s Training Pays Off
Horse Rescued From Manure Pit In Lancaster County After Fire Company’s Training Pays Off A horse was rescued from a manure pit in Lancaster County on Monday, July 7, the Robert Fulton Fire Company announced. Firefighters were dispatched to the 200 block of Cedar Hill Road in Little Britain Township at 8:20 a.m. for a report of a horse trapped in the pit. Engine 89-2, Brush 89, and Squad 89 responded, according to the fire company. Personnel used rescue slings and a crane truck to lift the horse out. The slings were donated by the towing and recovery division of Lancaster FleetPride, and the crane was supplied by SS Diesel Equipment LLC, the department said. The fire company cl…
PA Baseball Coach, Wife Accused Of Giving Booze To Minors: DA PA Baseball Coach, Wife Accused Of Giving Booze To Minors: DA
PA Baseball Coach, Wife Accused Of Giving Booze To Minors: DA A Central Pennsylvania baseball coach and his wife are accused of plying their teen son and some of his teammates with alcohol over the course of more than a year, the York County District Attorney’s Office informed Daily VOice on Monday, July 7. Elias “Anthony” Martinez, 41, and his wife Shae Martinez, 33, both of Dillsburg, were charged on Wednesday, July 2 with Misdemeanor Corruption of Minors and Misdemeanor Selling or Furnishing Alcohol to Minors, according to District Attorney Tim Barker ina release issued on Thursday, July 3.  The investigation began in October 2024 when ChildLi…
11-Year-Old Girl Offered $50 For 'Blow Job' By Pennsylvania Man: Affidavit 11-Year-Old Girl Offered $50 For 'Blow Job' By Pennsylvania Man: Affidavit
11-Year-Old Girl Offered $50 For 'Blow Job' By Pennsylvania Man: Affidavit A Lebanon man repeatedly sexually assaulted a young girl for years inside his home — even offering her $50 for oral sex — according to a release and affidavit obtained by Daily Voice on Monday, July 7. Steven Craig Seiders, 54, is accused of abusing the girl, a family friend, between 2021 and 2024 when she was between the ages of 10 and 13, Lebanon City Police said. **WARNING THE FOLLOWING IS DISTURBING** The investigation began after a Childline report was filed on Thursday, March 27, 2025. The victim was later interviewed by a forensic specialist on Monday, April 14, during which she deta…
PA Man Slaps, Punches, Bites Family, Then Charges At Them With Knife: Police PA Man Slaps, Punches, Bites Family, Then Charges At Them With Knife: Police
PA Man Slaps, Punches, Bites Family, Then Charges At Them With Knife: Police A man slapped, punched, and bit relatives before arming himself with a kitchen knife during a domestic disturbance in Warrington, police announced on Monday, July 7. Xiangxing He, 47, of Warrington, became violent during a late-night argument with family members inside a home on the 2500 block of Diane’s Way around 11:34 p.m. on Monday, July 1, according to Warrington Township Police. He allegedly slapped one family member in the face during the argument, prompting others to intervene. As tensions escalated, He reportedly grabbed a kitchen knife and charged at the initial victim, but other …
Baby Critically Injured After Falling From Window In Philadelphia: Police Baby Critically Injured After Falling From Window In Philadelphia: Police
Baby Critically Injured After Falling From Window In Philadelphia: Police An 11-month-old boy was rushed to the hospital after falling from a second-story window in West Philadelphia, authorities announced on Monday, July 7. The baby fell from a residence on the 5800 block of Pine Street around 1:38 p.m., according to the Philadelphia Police Department. Officers from the 18th District arrived at the scene and transported the infant to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He was placed in extremely critical condition, police said. Detectives from the department’s Special Victims Unit have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fall. …
Sudden Engine Failure Fuels Recall Of 443K+ Nissan Vehicles, NHTSA Says Sudden Engine Failure Fuels Recall Of 443K+ Nissan Vehicles, NHTSA Says
Sudden Engine Failure Fuels Recall Of 443K+ Nissan Vehicles, Nhtsa Says More than 443,000 Nissan and Infiniti vehicles are being recalled due to an engine defect that can cause sudden failure and increase crash risks. Nissan issued the recall for about 443,899 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The issue affects several models from 2019 through 2024, including Nissan Rogues, Nissan Altimas, Infiniti QX50s, and Infiniti QX55s.  According to the NHTSA, engine bearings inside the vehicles may have been improperly manufactured. That defect can lead to engine damage or failure, raising the risk of crashing. All th…
Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs On Japan, South Korea As Global Trade Deals Deadline Nears Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs On Japan, South Korea As Global Trade Deals Deadline Nears
Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs On Japan, South Korea As Global Trade Deals Deadline Nears President Donald Trump will impose 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, just two days before a pause on his "liberation day" duties is set to expire. Trump released screenshots of letters announcing the new tariffs on his social media platform Truth Social on Monday, July 7. The letters were addressed to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. Both letters say the US will begin charging the new tariff rate on Thursday, Aug. 1. "Please understand that these Tariffs are necessary to correct the many years of Japan's Tariff, and…
Baby’s Skull With Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To PA Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants Baby’s Skull With Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To PA Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants
Baby’s Skull With Noose Found At Mütter Museum Tied To PA Woman’s Shocking Murders Of 5 Infants A baby skull still bearing a noose was discovered at a Philadelphia museum — and it's been linked to a 45-year-old murder case in Gallitzin, Cambria County Coroner Jeff Lees announced during a Monday, July 7 news conference. The remains, found at the Mütter Museum, belonged to one of five babies hidden in an attic trunk at the home of Stella Elizabeth Williamson, a Gallitzin woman who died in 1980. After her death, authorities were led to the attic, where they found the bodies of four newborns and one infant, wrapped in newspapers from the 1920s and ’30s. The case made national headlines at…
Trial Begins For PA Man Accused Of Beheading Gov’t Worker Dad, Posting Severed Head On YouTube Trial Begins For PA Man Accused Of Beheading Gov’t Worker Dad, Posting Severed Head On YouTube
Trial Begins For PA Man Accused Of Beheading Gov’t Worker Dad, Posting Severed Head On YouTube A 32-year-old Pennsylvania man accused of beheading his dad and posting the severed head on YouTube is scheduled to stand trial on Monday, July 7, in Doylestown, Bucks County court records show. Justin Mohn of Levittown allegedly shot and beheaded his government employee dad, 68-year-old Michael F. Mohn, in a bathroom at his parents' home in the 100 block of Upper Orchard Drive, in Middletown Township on Jan. 30, 2024, the Bucks County District Attorney's Jennifer Schorn explained. Michael Mohn had worked for 20 years as an engineer in the geoenvironmental section of the U.S. Army Corps of…