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Luck Of The Irish? Philly Lotto Player Wins $461K Over Weekend Luck Of The Irish? Philly Lotto Player Wins $461K Over Weekend
Luck Of The Irish? Philly Lotto Player Wins $461K Over Weekend A Pennsylvania Lottery player stopped by a Southwest Philadelphia drug store over the weekend and got lucky.  The player won $461,440 by matching all five balls pulled in the Saturday, March 16 drawing for the Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash game, state gaming officials say.  The Rite Aid at 7615 Lindbergh Boulevard in Eastwick will get a $500 bonus for selling the winning slip, lotto reps said.  Winners are not known until they claim their prize and their ticket is validated. All winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prize, though they're enco…

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PA Mom Attacked By Bear Undergoes Multiple Surgeries PA Mom Attacked By Bear Undergoes Multiple Surgeries
PA Mom Attacked By Bear Undergoes Multiple Surgeries A 55-year-old Pennsylvania mom is out of the hospital after a bear attack in her own backyard, she told Daily Voice.  Lee Ann Galante was letting her dog out of the backdoor of her home on Bellefield Drive, Butler Township at 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, and unknown to her there were three cubs in a tree — that's when the mama bear attacked, as Daily Voice initially reported.  Galante suffered injuries to her head, neck, face, and arms, authorities explained. She was taken by Butler Ambulance Service to Butler Memorial Hospital. Posted by Lee Ann Galante on Wednesd…

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Missing Woman Last Seen In Bucks County: Police Missing Woman Last Seen In Bucks County: Police
Missing Woman Last Seen In Bucks County: Police Hilltown Police are asking the public to keep an eye out for a missing woman.  Christal Ruth was last seen near Spur Road and Bethlehem Pike in Souderton on Monday, March 11, the department said in a release. Family members last heard from her in January, police said.  She is 5-foot-3 and about 140 pounds, according to investigators.  Anyone with information should call Hilltown Township Police Department at 215-453-6011 or email CID@hilltownpd.org. 

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by Mac Bullock
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PA Drug Dealer Federally Indicted For Methamphetamine Sales: USDOJ PA Drug Dealer Federally Indicted For Methamphetamine Sales: USDOJ
PA Drug Dealer Federally Indicted For Methamphetamine Sales: Usdoj A federal grand jury indicted a Luzerne County man on drug trafficking charges this week, according to the US Attorney's Office.  Benjamin Woytas, 34, of Wilkes-Barre Township, is accused of distributing methamphetamine in Luzerne County in August 2023, said USA Gerard Karam in a release.  The maximum penalty for the charges is a 40-year prison term followed by supervised release and a fine, prosecutors said.  In addition to the FBI, the county Drug Task Force investigated the case.  Woytas was charged with drug possession in Hudson County, New Jersey, in 2020.&nb…

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by Mac Bullock
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Reading Man Killed In Shooting Leaves Behind Fiancee, Two Children Reading Man Killed In Shooting Leaves Behind Fiancee, Two Children
Reading Man Killed In Shooting Leaves Behind Fiancee, Two Children The 21-year-old killed on Franklin Street in Reading Wednesday night was a father and soon-to-be husband, his fiancee writes on GoFundMe. Antonio Carrero was fatally shot around 10:15 p.m. on March 13, authorities have said. Police believe the shooting was the result of an "altercation" with suspect Jonathan Minier, who is being held without bail.  In a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral costs, his fiancee Aashyiah Cook said he leaves behind a 2-year-old son and a 1-year-old daughter.  Friends and loved ones also memorialized Carrero on Facebook.  Omg I can’t…

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by Mac Bullock
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Foreign Citizen Who Threatened To Assassinate Joe Biden, Donald Trump Goes To Prison In PA Foreign Citizen Who Threatened To Assassinate Joe Biden, Donald Trump Goes To Prison In PA
Foreign Citizen Who Threatened To Assassinate Joe Biden, Donald Trump Goes To Prison In PA A Somalian man living in Pennsylvania threatened to assassinate President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, and now he's in a Pennsylvania Prison, according to a release by the US Department of Justice on March 15, 2024. Mohamed Farah, 34, who was living in Cumberland County, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Jennifer P. Wilson to three years’ imprisonment on Wednesday, March 13.  Following his release, the Court has also imposed a three-year term of probation.  "The indictment alleges that in January 2022, Farah, who is a citizen of Somalia, threatened to ass…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Philadelphia Teen Has Been Missing Since February, Police Say Philadelphia Teen Has Been Missing Since February, Police Say
Philadelphia Teen Has Been Missing Since February, Police Say Authorities in Philadelphia are looking for a missing child.  Vanessa DeJesus, 14, was last seen on the 2200 block of Cambria Street at 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, according to city police.  She is 5-foot-4, 130 pounds, and was last spotted wearing a school uniform, PPD said.  Anyone with information should call 215-686-3252 or dial 911. 

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by Mac Bullock
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WINNER: $250K Lotto Ticket Sold In Northeast Philly WINNER: $250K Lotto Ticket Sold In Northeast Philly
Winner: $250K Lotto Ticket Sold In Northeast Philly A shopper at a Northeast Philadelphia gas station picked up $250,000 playing the Pennsylvania Lottery this week.  The lucky player matched five out of the six balls pulled in the Monday, March 11 drawing for the Powerball, according to state gaming representatives. Meanwhile, the jackpot rolled to an estimated annuity value of $559 million, or $273.3 million cash, for the next drawing.  The Sunoco at 4001 Woodhaven Road will get a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket.  Winners are not known until they claim their prize and their ticket is validated, …

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by Mac Bullock
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South Jersey Gas Station Sold Contaminated Fuel, Stranding Drivers: Officials South Jersey Gas Station Sold Contaminated Fuel, Stranding Drivers: Officials
South Jersey Gas Station Sold Contaminated Fuel, Stranding Drivers: Officials Heavy rainfall is to blame for contaminated gasoline that stranded motorists in Camden, city officials said. The Conoco gas station at 1901 Admiral Wilson Boulevard was ordered to close on Sunday, March 10 after receiving complaints about possible fuel contamination, the city said. Similar violations were found on Jan. 10 so additional fines are expected, the city said. “The gasoline contamination is likely to be a result of heavy rainfall seeping into underground storage tanks,” Camden spokesman Vincent Basara said. “Upon receiving the complaints, the City’s Division of Weights and Measur…

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by Jon Craig
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Believed Killer's Final Facebook Post Prompted Support From Friends Before NJ Murder-Suicide Believed Killer's Final Facebook Post Prompted Support From Friends Before NJ Murder-Suicide
Believed Killer's Final Facebook Post Prompted Support From Friends Before NJ Murder-Suicide An alleged killer's final Facebook post attracted support from friends and family in the days before and after a murder-suicide. "Bye [till] we meet again I love y’all," Alex Morales wrote on Feb. 29, shortly after 11 p.m. The post garnered 20 comments, some people checking in, others sending love. "What's up with you Alex Morales , how are man, hope you are feeling well, if not right now, just think things will get better bro. hang in there," one person wrote. "Alex, I hope u are well brother. If u ever just need to talk ... reach out," another said. "If u need help or a referral please …

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Missing Montco 11-Month-Old May Be 'At Risk': Police (UPDATED) Missing Montco 11-Month-Old May Be 'At Risk': Police (UPDATED)
Missing Montco 11-Month-Old May Be 'At Risk': Police (Updated) Update: The subject of this report has been safely located, Upper Merion police say.  Authorities are searching for a missing infant who they believe "may be at special risk of harm or injury."  Rakim Rowe, 11 months, was last seen with his father Rakim Brown-Rowe near Moore Road in Upper Merion around 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 13, said township police.  The child is 27 inches tall and weighs 18 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a blue and white striped shirt with gray cargo shorts and gray sneakers, authorities said.  His father, 35, …

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'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing 'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing
'Most Visible Eclipse For US In 100 Years:' PA City Ranked Among Best Places For Viewing In just over a month, what's being called the astronomy event of the decade will occur when a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. And one Pennsylvania city has been named among the top 20 best places in the U.S. for viewing. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun and the sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Many are planning road trips to places where the best viewing conditions are expected for what space.com says will be "the l…

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by Joe Lombardi