A man who drove his pickup truck onto a frozen lake at the Jersey Shore last month is lucky to be alive after plummeting through the ice while doing stunts …
February 2026
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Election officials prepare for ‘tumultuous year’ after Trump calls to nationalize voting
by myphillyconnection 41 viewsPresident Donald Trump's calls this week to "nationalize" elections capped a year of efforts by his administration to exercise authority over state-run elections. The demands now have some state and …
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Despite extensive efforts to reach a fair resolution, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health, has been unable to secure an agreement with UnitedHealthcare that honors previously established …
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Former treasurer at Plymouth Meeting nonprofit allegedly stole $246,000 to pay for vacations, hot tub
by myphillyconnection 39 viewsThe former treasurer of a state association for occupational therapists allegedly stole $246,000 from the nonprofit to pay for a new hot tub, limousines and vacations to Disney World and …
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Montgomery County man arrested for alleged role in Nigerian scam
by myphillyconnection 38 viewsA Montgomery County man laundered millions of dollars for a ring of Nigerian scammers and pocketed some of the stolen funds himself, federal prosecutors say. MORE: As World Cup nears, …
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Philly’s collar counties are backing the city’s legal fight to restore the Presidents House exhibit
by myphillyconnection 25 viewsPhiladelphia's collar counties are supporting the city in its legal effort to restore the Presidents House exhibit at Independence National Historical Park. Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties filed a …
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City explores establishing Child Welfare Commission to advise on family policies and inform public of resources
by myphillyconnection 34 viewsThe establishment of a new advisory committee on family policies that would host quarterly public meetings, publish an annual report and collect feedback from parents, caregivers and youths is being …
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Norristown police officer charged for striking naked man with his patrol vehicle
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsThe Norristown police officer who allegedly struck a naked man with his car has been charged with aggravated assault and related offenses, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office said. Sgt. …
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Bald eagle laid two eggs at Lancaster County farm, and a livestream is set up to watch them hatch
by myphillyconnection 24 viewsA pair of bald eagles nesting at a farm in Lancaster County will have two eggs to tend to in the coming weeks as their offspring get ready to hatch …
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Taylor Chip closes its two Philly cookie shops due to financial strains
by myphillyconnection 43 viewsTaylor Chip has closed its Philadelphia locations barely a year after their opening, citing insurmountable expenses. The Lancaster-based cookie chain, known for its dense and chewy treats, expanded into the …