Witnesses Sought In Crash Killing MD Dancer, 20, As Suspect Flees Scene: PA State Police Witnesses Sought In Crash Killing MD Dancer, 20, As Suspect Flees Scene: PA State Police
Witnesses Sought In Crash Killing MD Dancer, 20, As Suspect Flees Scene: PA State Police Pennsylvania State Police have identified the driver of a white SUV who witnessed the crash that killed 20-year-old Maryland dancer Amelia McEvoy, troopers announced on Saturday, Jan. 25. However, investigators are still looking to identify the vehicle that was being passed by the suspect vehicle at the time of the crash, PSP York announced on Tuesday, Jan. 24. The crash happened on the Susquehanna Trail South in Springfield Township, York County on Friday, Jan. 17, at 9:12 p.m., as Daily Voice previously reported. McEvoy was the front-seat passenger in a blue Chevrolet Tracker that swer…
Rabid Bear Attacks Man In Pennsylvania (VIDEO) Rabid Bear Attacks Man In Pennsylvania (VIDEO)
Rabid Bear Attacks Man In Pennsylvania (Video) A black bear that bit and scratched a man in Pennsylvania has tested positive for rabies, Pennsylvania Game Commission officials announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. The bear-human conflict occurred on Sunday, Jan. 19, in Jim Thorpe, Carbon County, the commission said in a release. The adult male bear aggressively approached the man, exhibiting abnormal behavior before biting and scratching him, according to officials. A nearby homeowner intervened, dispatching the bear to protect the victim. Pennsylvania Game Commission staff removed the bear for testing, which confirmed it was positive for rab…
Shocking Photos Show Thousands Of Dead Snow Geese Piled In PA Dumpster Amid Avian Flu Crisis Shocking Photos Show Thousands Of Dead Snow Geese Piled In PA Dumpster Amid Avian Flu Crisis
Shocking Photos Show Thousands Of Dead Snow Geese Piled In PA Dumpster Amid Avian Flu Crisis Shocking images show a dumpster filled with thousands of dead snow geese, as the Pennsylvania Game Commission races to contain a devastating avian influenza (AI) outbreak across southeastern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Game Commission released the photos on Wednesday, Jan. 24, highlighting the grim reality of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) resurgence among wild birds. Snow geese have been particularly hard-hit by the disease. Partnering with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medic…
Hit By A Car On Her Way To Work, Lebanon Woman Faces Long Road To Recovery Hit By A Car On Her Way To Work, Lebanon Woman Faces Long Road To Recovery
Hit By A Car On Her Way To Work, Lebanon Woman Faces Long Road To Recovery A 74-year-old Lebanon woman known for her dedication and humor is fighting to recover after being struck by a car on her way to work in the middle of January. Barbara , a long-standing member of the Lebanon community, has spent the past 21 years committed to her job and bringing joy to those around her. But on the morning of Thursday, Jan. 16, her routine walk to work turned tragic when she was hit by a vehicle at East Cumberland and Bowman streets, leaving her hospitalized with serious injuries. As Barbara begins her challenging recovery, the community she has supported for decades is ra…
9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At PA Home 9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At PA Home
9-Year-Old Elementary Student Dies After Tragic Accident At PA Home The Bristol Township School District is mourning the loss of 9-year-old Lex Heinisch, a Mill Creek Elementary School fourth grader, who died in a tragic accident at his Croydon home on Tuesday night, Jan. 21 the school announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. Lex Heinisch, remembered as a passionate and joyful child, had been a student at Mill Creek since kindergarten. Known for his love of soccer, Metallica, playing guitar, and Squid Games, Lex poured his heart into everything he did, touching the lives of many in the community. "It is with profound sadness that I share that one of our students d…
Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will PA Get? Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will PA Get?
Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will PA Get? Purdue Pharma will pay more than $7 billion for the corporation's role in fueling the opioid epidemic that has killed hundreds of thousands of Americans. The Sackler family and Purdue Pharma reached a $7.4 billion settlement with attorneys general from 15 states on Thursday, Jan. 23. The Sacklers have owned the company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, for decades. The settlement includes $6.5 billion from the Sackler family, with $1.5 billion to be paid immediately, and nearly $900 million from Purdue Pharma. Funds will be distributed to states, local governments, and victims ov…
PA Mechanic Crushed To Death At Farm: Coroner PA Mechanic Crushed To Death At Farm: Coroner
PA Mechanic Crushed To Death At Farm: Coroner The family of Fernando Estrada-Moreno, a Hanover mechanic tragically killed in a workplace accident, is seeking community support through a GoFundMe campaign following his unexpected death on Jan. 16, 2025. Fernando Estrada-Moreno, 61, died after being trapped by equipment at Hillandale Farms in Codorus Township, leaving behind his wife of 41 years, Cristina Blanco Estrada, and their three children, according to his obituary posted by The Kenworthy Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. Described as a kind man and the family’s breadwinner, Estrada-Moreno’s passing has left his loved ones g…
Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police
Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police A 92-year-old Philadelphia woman who went missing on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, was found dead in her neighbor's car two days later, police said. Bessie Watson, who suffered from cognitive decline, was last seen by her daughter around 2 p.m. at their home on the 1700 block of Georges Lane in Wynnefield, according to Philadelphia police. Surveillance footage captured Watson leaving her home that afternoon but showed no signs of her return, Chief Inspector Scott Small said. Posted by Gwen Watson on Friday, December 16, 2016 Her disappearance sparked a search effort, with family membe…
$44M COVID Tax Scheme: 7 Nabbed In Largest US Case Ever $44M COVID Tax Scheme: 7 Nabbed In Largest US Case Ever
$44M COVID Tax Scheme: 7 Nabbed In Largest US Case Ever Seven New Yorkers have been charged in a sweeping tax fraud scheme, accused of exploiting pandemic relief programs to steal over $44 million, federal prosecutors announced. The indictment by the US Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, unsealed Wednesday, Jan. 22, alleges that the defendants filed over 8,000 fraudulent tax returns, seeking more than $600 million in COVID-19 relief funds through the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and related programs. Investigators determined the group successfully secured $44 million from the federal government. Defendants Long Island …
$200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA $200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA
$200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA Three individuals face 60 felony charges after allegedly forging and selling fake memorabilia purportedly signed by former Eagles star Jason Kelce, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. Robert Capone, 51, of Philadelphia; LeeAnn Branco, 43, of Bristol, Rhode Island; and Joseph Parenti, 39, of Cranston, Rhode Island, are accused of conspiring to sell counterfeit sports memorabilia, including jerseys, helmets, and photographs, falsely certified as signed by Jason Kelce. The fraudulent scheme caused financial losses exceeding $200,000, authorities said…
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Sixteen Pennsylvania chefs, bars, and bakeries have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, the organization announced Wednesday, Jan. 22. Known as one of the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors, the awards celebrate excellence in food and beverage across the country. Philadelphia led the way with the most nominations: Greg Vernick of Vernick Fish is a semifinalist for Outstanding Chef for his creative and refined approach to cooking. Kalaya, a Thai restaurant in the city, is recognized in the Outstanding Restaurant category for its exceptional dining experienc…
Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox: PA Game Commission (VIDEO) Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox: PA Game Commission (VIDEO)
Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox: PA Game Commission (Video) Two snowmobilers are accused of harassing a red fox and running it over multiple times in a Lebanon County field, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22. The disturbing incident occurred near the intersection of State Route 501 and Locust Street in Heidelberg Township, Lebanon County on Monday afternoon, Jan. 20, the commission said. **UPDATE: The snowmobilers have turned themselves in, click here to read out full report** The fox was reportedly chased through the field for over 30 minutes before being struck multiple times by the snowmobiles, according to inves…