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Philadelphia Officer Struck By Suspect In Stolen Car: Police Philadelphia Officer Struck By Suspect In Stolen Car: Police
Philadelphia Officer Struck By Suspect In Stolen Car: Police A Philadelphia police officer was injured after being struck by a driver in a stolen car during a Tuesday night incident in Feltonville, police announced at a press conference. The officer, whose name has not been released, was hospitalized in stable condition following the collision at Front Street and Hunting Park Avenue at approximately 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, police said. According to Chief Inspector Scott Small, two officers on patrol spotted a white Honda that had been reported stolen in an armed carjacking on Sunday. They followed the vehicle as it became stuck in traffic at t…
Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA
Two Crashes Cause Delays On I-83 In South Central PA Traffic delays plagued Interstate 83 in York County after two crashes in the northbound lanes on Wednesday morning, Nov. 20. The first crash occurred around 7:35 a.m., just 0.1 miles north of Exit 34 for Valley Green, according to PennDOT. Crews quickly cleared the scene, and all lanes reopened shortly after. The second crash, involving multiple vehicles, happened near Exit 32 for Route 382/Newberrytown around 7:50 a.m., Newberry Township officials confirmed. The left lane was closed, causing significant backups for several miles. By 9:30 a.m., traffic had eased, and all lanes were fully r…
Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County
Brush Fire Shuts Down Route 30 East In York County Route 30 eastbound was closed between Cool Springs Road and Route 462 due to a brush fire on Tuesday, Nov. 19, according to the York County Department of Emergency Services. Emergency crews responded to the scene around 3:32 p.m., prompting a full closure of the roadway in the Wrightsville and Hallam areas. Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze as of 3:35 p.m., with no injuries or damage reported at this time.  Drivers were advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the road reopened at 4:16 p.m. Check back here for possible updates.
Garbage Truck Fire Shuts Down Northampton Roadway: Police Garbage Truck Fire Shuts Down Northampton Roadway: Police
Garbage Truck Fire Shuts Down Northampton Roadway: Police A garbage truck fire shut down a Northampton roadway on Monday, Oct. 28, police said. The 1000 block of Cressman Street in Plainfield Township was shut down so the Plainfield Township Fire Department could fight the blaze, according to the Slate Belt Regional Police Department.  Fire crews extinguished the blaze quickly, police said. However, police are still asking drivers to avoid the area as crews continue to clean up garbage from the roadway. No injuries were reported, according to police.
John Gaudreau's Wife Announces Pregnancy With Third Baby At Funeral John Gaudreau's Wife Announces Pregnancy With Third Baby At Funeral
John Gaudreau's Wife Announces Pregnancy With Third Baby At Funeral As if the Gaudreau's story couldn't get any more tragic, Johnny's wife, Meredith, announced she's nine weeks pregnant with their third child — "a total surprise" — at his funeral service on Monday, Sept. 9. During her eulogy live-streamed by the Calgary Flames, Meredith said she and John shared an amazing six months as a family of four. Then announced there was another baby on the way. The audience audibly gasped at the news.  "These will forever be the best six months of my life," she said from the service in Delaware County, PA. "There's specifically one week I'll cherish forever, it…
Jackknifed Trailer Closed I-95 For Several Hours In Philadelphia Jackknifed Trailer Closed I-95 For Several Hours In Philadelphia
Jackknifed Trailer Closed I-95 For Several Hours In Philadelphia Interstate 95 has reopened in Philadelphia following a tractor trailer crash early Thursday, Aug. 8. The trailer jackknifed in the 6:30 a.m. crash in between exits for Vine Street Expressway and Columbus Boulevard. 6abc says HazMat teams were called to the scene for a fuel spill. As of 10 a.m., the highway had reopened but residual delays were expected. I-95 SB is now open. Traffic has begun moving but expect residual delays. Traffic information can be found at https://t.co/MWwMpgW9rI.ASL Link: https://t.co/6vzv9KZDcQ — Philadelphia OEM (@PhilaOEM) August 8, 2024
Car Hit By Falling Tree On I-476 In Delco: Police Car Hit By Falling Tree On I-476 In Delco: Police
Car Hit By Falling Tree On I-476 In Delco: Police A tree fell on a car on Interstate 476, sending one person to the hospital on Thursday morning, July 18, according to state police.  The driver of a Toyota Rav4 was seriously injured, troopers said. Two other cars were struck by debris but no one inside them was injured, authorities added.  I-476 between Route 3 (Marple) and Route 30 (Radnor) was down to one lane of travel as of 12:30 p.m., state police said.  
Box Truck Flips On Side During Route 80 Crash: Officials (PHOTOS) Box Truck Flips On Side During Route 80 Crash: Officials (PHOTOS)
Box Truck Flips On Side During Route 80 Crash: Officials (Photos) A Route 80 driver was trapped when their box truck flipped on Wednesday morning, July 17, according to first responders.  The crash happened in the westbound lanes of Rt 80 near mile marker 259.1 around 9:30 a.m., Hazle Township Fire and Rescue Company detailed in the release. The box truck hit the back of a construction-blocking vehicle and then flipped onto its side, pinning the driver, officials said.  Facebook/Hazle Twp. Fire and Rescue Co. Crews were able to stabilize the truck and extricate the driver, the Company said. The extent of the driver's injuries was not immediat…
Roadwork To Begin In Lower Moreland, PECO Says Roadwork To Begin In Lower Moreland, PECO Says
Roadwork To Begin In Lower Moreland, Peco Says Lower Moreland drivers are advised of upcoming roadwork to begin on July 1.  PECO will be installing new underground gas pipes on Warminster Road, a project that's expected to wrap sometime in October, the utility company says. Work will occur Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Contractor Riggs Distler will be handling the project.  "This work may occur in roadways as well as on sidewalks and potentially on your property," PECO said in a release. "We will also work closely with local officials to minimize the impact on traffic and pedestrians whenever pos…
Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials
Brush Fire Shuts Down I-76 East In Philadelphia: Officials Authorities responded to a brush fire on the railroad tracks near Interstate 76 in Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon, May 21.  Around 3 p.m., the city's Office of Emergency Management said I-76 was closed from Exit 342 (Girard Avenue/Philadelphia Zoo) and Exit 343 (Spring Garden Street). I-76 EB is closed between Exit 342 Girard Ave / Phila Zoo and Exit 343 Spring Garden St. due to Brush Fire on the Railroad Tracks. Motorist should consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. Traffic information can be found at https://t.co/L4k64xbaqy. — Philadelphia OEM…