Day: March 13, 2025

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Police: Dispute Between DJ And Victim Led To Fatal Long Pond Shooting

A payment dispute between a DJ and the victim led to a fatal shooting in Long Pond on January 12. Police say Jesus Sosa, who DJed the victim’s birthday party, returned later that night with family members, including his brother Oswaldo Sosa, where a confrontation escalated, resulting in the death of 22-year-old Lionardo Zarata. Homicide […]

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House Fire Claims Cats In Chestnuthill Township

A fire broke out at a home on Red Pine Road in Chestnuthill Township just before 1:30 yesterday afternoon. Authorities say a woman and several pets managed to escape, though some cats did not survive. No human injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal […]

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Kohberger Attorneys Now Claim Evidence Was Planted

Bryan Kohberger’s defense team will now argue at his upcoming trial that evidence in the Idaho student murders case was planted. The defense plans to challenge the discovery of a knife sheath with Kohberger’s DNA at the crime scene. Kohberger, who is from the Poconos and is charged with the 2022 murders of four University […]

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Some Now Say Name Change Is Wrong At Penn State

The Penn State Board of Trustees approved naming Beaver Stadium’s field “West Shore Home Field” Monday, despite protests from some trustees. Opponents, including former players, argued the decision disrespects Joe Paterno’s legacy and missed a chance to raise $250 million for the athletic department.

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Real ID Deadline Fast Approaching

The clock is ticking… The deadline for getting a REAL ID is fast approaching, with enforcement beginning May 7th. To fly domestically or access certain federal facilities, you’ll need either a REAL ID or another accepted form of ID. Pennsylvania is offering REAL ID days to help residents obtain their new cards, with the next […]

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