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PA Lions Club and Paul Davis Restoration Unite To Aid North Carolina Hurricane Victims PA Lions Club and Paul Davis Restoration Unite To Aid North Carolina Hurricane Victims
PA Lions Club and Paul Davis Restoration Unite To Aid North Carolina Hurricane Victims In a powerful demonstration of community partnership, the Pennsylvania Lions Club Disaster Relief and Paul Davis Restoration of Central Pa have joined forces to bring vital support to those affected by recent hurricanes in North Carolina. On Friday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m., truckloads of non-perishable food items will depart from Paul Davis of Central Pa, heading south to aid disaster victims and provide much-needed relief. This collaboration highlights the power of shared commitment to disaster recovery. The Pennsylvania Lions Club Disaster Relief, widely recognized for its extensive humanitaria…

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by Jillian Pikora
News
These Over-The-Counter Decongestants Don't Work, FDA Says These Over-The-Counter Decongestants Don't Work, FDA Says
These Over-The-Counter Decongestants Don't Work, FDA Says A common ingredient found in most oral over-the-counter cold medicines should be removed from the market because it doesn’t work, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says. This follows an extensive review that found the drug ineffective for treating nasal congestion. Oral phenylephrine, widely marketed in cold and allergy medications, has been in use for decades as a go-to nasal decongestant.  However, an FDA review, backed by last year’s unanimous recommendation from the Nonprescription Drug Advisory Committee, found that phenylephrine in oral form does not deliver effective conge…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
'SUPICIOUS DEATH': Woman Found Dead In PA Park, Police Say 'SUPICIOUS DEATH': Woman Found Dead In PA Park, Police Say
'Supicious Death': Woman Found Dead In PA Park, Police Say A woman was found dead in a park in Philadelphia, police announced on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. Philadelphia Police were called to the 900 block of Tustin Avenue in the 7th District at 3:37 p.m. Officers found the unidentified woman at the scene. She was pronounced dead by the Philadelphia Fire Department's Medic Unit at 8:33 p.m. The scene is being held, and the woman's body will be taken to the Medical Examiner's Office to determine the cause of death. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Philadelphia Police.

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
'Bad Haircut' Prompts BF To Stab Pennsylvania Mom To Death: Affidavit 'Bad Haircut' Prompts BF To Stab Pennsylvania Mom To Death: Affidavit
'Bad Haircut' Prompts BF To Stab Pennsylvania Mom To Death: Affidavit A community is rallying for a family after a Pennsylvania mom was stabbed to death by her boyfriend allegedly over a "bad hair cut" according to court documents obtained by Daily Voice on Thursday, Nov. 7.  Carmen Martinez-Silva, 50, was found dead in the yard of her home in the 2900 block of Dell Lane in East Hempfield Township at 1:40 p.m., according to the coroner's release and as Daily Voice reported at the time.  "EMS transported two individuals to Lancaster General Hospital for lacerations. A third victim succumbed to their injuries on scene," the East Hempfield Township po…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Dog Left In American Inn Hotel Room For 36 Hours By PA Teen: Police Dog Left In American Inn Hotel Room For 36 Hours By PA Teen: Police
Dog Left In American Inn Hotel Room For 36 Hours By PA Teen: Police A Middlesex Township woman has been charged with animal neglect after her dog was found abandoned in a hotel room for more than 36 hours without food and minimal water, police announced on November 6, 2024.  Ashley Douglas, 18, was identified as the owner and is accused of leaving the dog in the room at the American Inn hotel. Police investigated and confirmed the neglect before making contact with Douglas, who was charged with neglect of an animal.  Her preliminary hearing is scheduled for a future date.

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by Jillian Pikora
Politics
Trump Names 'Ice Maiden' Susie Wiles Chief Of Staff Trump Names 'Ice Maiden' Susie Wiles Chief Of Staff
Trump Names 'Ice Maiden' Susie Wiles Chief Of Staff President-elect Donald J. Trump has appointed New Jersey native Susan "Susie" Summerall Wiles, the campaign manager of his successful 2024 presidential campaign, as his White House Chief of Staff, according to an announcement made Thursday, Nov. 7. It marks a historic milestone as she will become the first woman to hold the position in US history.  “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history, and was an integral part of both my 2016 and 2020 successful campaigns,” Trump said in the press release. “Susie is tough, smart, innovative, an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Lititz Man Accused Of Possessing Over 750 Child Pornography Images: Police Lititz Man Accused Of Possessing Over 750 Child Pornography Images: Police
Lititz Man Accused Of Possessing Over 750 Child Pornography Images: Police A Lititz man is accused of possessing over 750 images of child pornography, police announced on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. Michael Gwyn Davies, 62, was charged after an investigation in Lititz, according to the police. He was charged with multiple felonies for possession of child pornography, according to the police and confirmed by court documents.  His preliminary arraignment was set before Judge Joseph C. Stauffer at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, as detailed in his docket.  He has been held in the Lancaster County Prison on $80,000 in bail as set by the judge. His prelimin…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Community Rallies To Help Enola Woman After Devastating Fire Community Rallies To Help Enola Woman After Devastating Fire
Community Rallies To Help Enola Woman After Devastating Fire Kate’s life took an unexpected and tragic turn when a fire engulfed her home, leaving her with nothing but memories and the support of her community. Now, friends and neighbors have come together to launch a GoFundMe campaign to help her start over. The devastating fire, which happened in the 200 block of Wyoming Avenue in East Pennsboro Township at 10:52 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, destroyed everything Kate owned, from personal keepsakes to essential belongings — including one of her cats. Facing the daunting task of rebuilding her life from the ground up, Kate’s loved ones have created a GoF…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
$80K+ Theft From Fire Company Social Club Steward: Swatara Police $80K+ Theft From Fire Company Social Club Steward: Swatara Police
$80K+ Theft From Fire Company Social Club Steward: Swatara Police A steward of the Friendship Fire Company Social Club has been arrested following an investigation into alleged theft and fraud, Swatara Township Police announced on Thursday, Nov. 7. Tamas Topos, 57, the former steward at the Friendship Fire Company Social Club, is accused of committing multiple acts of theft, financial mismanagement, and fraud. The investigation concluded that Topos allegedly stole approximately $80,940.65 from the Social Club and falsified financial records submitted to the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Enforcement office. Topos has been taken into custody and is currently…

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by Jillian Pikora
News
Toddler Struck In Lancaster County (DEVELOPING) Toddler Struck In Lancaster County (DEVELOPING)
Toddler Struck In Lancaster County (Developing) A toddler was hit by a vehicle on Thursday morning, Nov. 7, according to Lancaster County Wide Communications.  First responders were called to the Springville and Peters roads intersection in Salisbury Township around 11:25 a.m.  A 16-month-old child was struck but thankfully the injuries were minor, according to emergency dispatchers. Check back here for possible updates. 

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Armed Felon Arrested After Standoff At Adams/York Line: PA State Police (UPDATE) Armed Felon Arrested After Standoff At Adams/York Line: PA State Police (UPDATE)
Armed Felon Arrested After Standoff At Adams/York Line: PA State Police (Update) A convicted felon who allegedly threatened a woman with a gun during a domestic incident was arrested after a standoff in York County on Thursday morning, Nov. 7, 2024, Pennsylvania State Police said. Brian Price, 43, is accused of threatening a woman during a domestic dispute at a home on the 10 block of Eisenhart Mill Road in Washington Township, York County, PSP Troop J Trooper James Grothery detailed in a release.  Troopers were called to the scene around 8:20 a.m. after the woman, who managed to escape, reported that Price had pointed a handgun at her and made threats. I…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Young NJ Mom's Accused Killer Shot By Philadelphia Police, Authorities Say Young NJ Mom's Accused Killer Shot By Philadelphia Police, Authorities Say
Young NJ Mom's Accused Killer Shot By Philadelphia Police, Authorities Say A man accused of killing a young New Jersey mother is in critical but stable condition after being shot by police during a tense confrontation in Philadelphia. Spencer Majett, 29, who has been charged with murder in the Tuesday, Oct. 8 killing of 23-year-old Felicity Vanatta of Salem, NJ, was injured after a police pursuit turned violent on Thursday, Nov. 7, police said. Officers Josue Reyes and Michael Trask encountered Majett in the city’s Kensington neighborhood. Upon recognizing him as a suspect, the officers attempted to stop him, prompting a foot chase along the 3100 block of Reach St…

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by Merriell Moyer