$1.5 million winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket sold in Westmoreland County
Lucky Scratch-Off worth $1.5 million sold at Giant Eagle in Allegheny Township MIDDLETOWN, PA — Someone in Westmoreland County is holding a ticket worth $1.5 million after a Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Off sold…
Man Shot and Killed in West Philadelphia as Body Count Climbs
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A shooting incident took place in West Philly on Wednesday night, resulting in the death of a man. The incident, which happened around 9 p.m., occurred on the 3900…
Inmate Found Dead at Westmoreland County Prison
HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA – The Westmoreland County Detective Bureau is investigating the death of an inmate at Westmoreland County Prison. The deceased was discovered on the morning of Thursday. Alongside the deceased…
Life Sentences For Man Convicted of Molesting Multiple Children
HARRISBURG, PA – On Thursday, Senior Judge Richard A. Lewis sentenced Thomas Fornwald to three consecutive life terms. Fornwald, 68, was convicted by a jury in April for molesting three children, aged…
Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault in Spring Township
WYOMISSING, PA – On September 22, Spring Township Police responded to a call from the 1600 block of Colony Drive regarding an unconscious man. Upon arrival, officers managed to revive the individual,…
Lock Haven Man Sentenced for Aggravated Indecent Assault
LOCK HAVEN, PA – On September 19th, Jeffrey Scott Ballenger, formerly of Circle Drive, Lock Haven, was sentenced by Clinton County Court of Common Pleas Judge Michael F. Salisbury. Ballenger faced one…
Alert Community Members and Police Prevent Potential School Incident
PITTSBURGH, PA – Quick action from community members and Pittsburgh Police averted a possible dangerous situation at Westinghouse Academy when a suspicious vehicle was reported circling the school. Multiple police units from…
Experience the Magic of Fall: Great Places for Fall Foliage in Eastern Pennsylvania
Autumn in Eastern Pennsylvania is nothing short of magical. The crisp air, vibrant foliage, and seasonal festivities make it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to soak up the quintessential fall experience.…
Fugitive Arrested At King of Prussia Mall
UPPER MERION, PA – On Friday, September 22, at approximately 4:20 PM, members of the Upper Merion Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) were alerted to a wanted individual’s presence near the…
Lancaster Man to Face Charges for 2009 Murder After Arrest in Dominican Republic
LANCASTER, PA – A Lancaster city resident, Carl Hunter, 66, will be prosecuted in Lancaster County Court for the 2009 stabbing death of Michael Evans, 41, at a residence on W. Lemon…
State Troopers Investigate Commercial Burglary in Armagh
ARMAGH, PA – On Wednesday, at approximately 1:28 a.m., members of the Troop A, Indiana County Patrol Unit were called to a burglary-in-progress at One Stop, 90 Indiana Street, in Armagh Borough.…
Juvenile Arrested with Loaded Handgun at William Allen High School
ALLENTOWN, PA – On Monday, at approximately 9:00 AM, security personnel at William Allen High School found several juvenile students smoking in the school lavatory. A subsequent search by the School Resource…
John Fetterman Must Wear Pants, Senate Decries in Unanimous Vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an uncommon display of bipartisan agreement, the U.S. Senate passed the “SHow Our Respect To the Senate” (SHORTS) Act on Wednesday, mandating that Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) adhere…
Philadelphia Nail Salons Targeted in Armed Robberies
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group are seeking the public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in the armed robberies of two Asian-owned nail salons on…
Collegeville Man Charged with Killing Elderly Mother and Brother
COLLEGEVILLE, PA – Aaron Deshong, 49, has been charged with the murders of his mother, Wanda, 74, and older brother, Adam, 53, inside their shared home on Gravel Pike. The charges were…
Greensburg Assault Leads to Charges Against Indiana County Couple
GREENSBURG, PA – The Greensburg City Police Department, in collaboration with the Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office, has charged Christopher McAteer, 38, and Karisa McAteer, 35, following an assault on Saturday. The…
Lock Haven Resident to Stand Trial for Indecent Incidents With Teen Girls
LOCK HAVEN, PA – Robert Lee Aungst, Jr., a resident of Fetzer Lane, Lock Haven, will face trial for two counts of Indecent Assault (M2). The alleged incidents took place in February…
Former Susquehannock High School Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault Charges
GLEN ROCK, PA – Emily Lehneis, a former teacher at Susquehannock High School, pleaded guilty on Monday, to one count of Institutional Sexual Assault – School involving a student, a third-degree felony.…
Fugitive Task Force Nabs 20-Year-Old on Homicide Charge
PITTSBURGH, PA – Trevon Taylor, 20, was taken into custody on September 26 by the Pittsburgh Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit and Violent Crime Unit detectives, assisted by the U.S. Marshals Western Pennsylvania…
Philadelphia Man Arrested in Newark for Drug-Related Offenses After Undercover Operation
NEWARK, DE – Following a one-month investigation, Newark Police have arrested Wilman Meran Garcia, 40, of Philadelphia, charging him with multiple drug-related offenses. The Street Crimes Unit of the Newark Police Department…
Pennsylvania Man Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize During Maryland Lunch Stop
MANCHESTER, MD – A meal in Carroll County, Maryland turned into a $50,000 windfall for a Pennsylvania man who decided to purchase a Powerball ticket at Piper’s Wine and Spirit Barn, located…
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