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NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old inmate following an altercation at a state facility, according to authorities.
Inmate Dies After Violent Altercation at State Facility Read More
BALA CYNWYD, PA — Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: LRMR) said it recently published data supporting the use of skin-based frataxin measurements as a surrogate endpoint for its experimental therapy nomlabofusp, …
Larimar Data Support Surrogate Endpoint for Nomlabofusp Approval Path Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Katherine Gilmore Richardson donated toiletries to support a student-led initiative by West Chester University aimed at providing hygiene supplies to Philadelphia residents, with collections continuing through May …
Philadelphia Councilmember Supports WCU Student Hygiene Drive Read More
SOUTHAMPTON, PA — Quaint Oak Bank said it recently extended a Small Business Administration-backed loan to finance the relocation and expansion of a Chicago child care operator, highlighting its use …
Quaint Oak Bank Extends SBA Loan for Chicago Child Care Expansion Read More
UPPER CHICHESTER, PA — A second suspect has turned himself in following an investigation into a theft involving individuals posing as utility workers, police said.
Second Suspect Surrenders in Disguised Cable Theft Case Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Xtra said it recently previewed its next-generation Muse 2 and Muse 2 Pro pocket cameras ahead of a planned U.S. launch in summer 2026, as it expands …
Xtra Teases Muse 2 Cameras Ahead of U.S. Summer Launch Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department cited two food establishments for violations during inspections conducted May 4, 2026, including sanitation issues, equipment deficiencies, and food safety risks, …
Health Inspectors Flag Food Safety Risks at Two Chester County Sites Read More
NEW HOPE, PA — Orchestra BioMed Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OBIO) said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted a second Breakthrough Device Designation for its AVIM Therapy, expanding its potential …
Orchestra BioMed Gains Second FDA Breakthrough Designation Read More
WYOMISSING, PA — Police are seeking to identify a suspect captured in a photo in connection with a reported credit card fraud at a local business.
Caught on Camera, Fraud Suspect Targeted Local Retail Store Read More
WAYNE, PA — Palvella Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PVLA) will report first-quarter 2026 financial results before market open on Thursday, May 7, and will host a conference call the same morning …
Palvella to Report Q1 Results, Host May 7 Conference Call Read More