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NEWARK, DE — Authorities in New Castle County are requesting assistance from the public in identifying a woman implicated in an ongoing identity theft investigation.
Can You Help? Police Search for Woman With Limp in Newark Identity Theft Case Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A Philadelphia man was arrested by Wilmington Police on April 30, 2025, following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of a loaded firearm.
Philadelphia Man Arrested in Wilmington on Gun Charge Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police have apprehended a man accused of a home invasion in which he reportedly pretended to be a police officer to gain access to the victim’s …
Fake Cop Arrested After Shocking Wilmington Home Invasion Read More
EXTON, PA — Authorities in Chester County are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Rayfield Wright, 49, for an alleged offense involving altered, forged, or counterfeit documents and plates. A …
Have You Seen Him? Bench Warrant Issued for Man on Allegations of Forgery Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) celebrated its annual Breakfast of Champions on April 23 at Penn Oaks Golf Club, recognizing outstanding volunteers and honoring their …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Honors Volunteers at Annual Breakfast of Champions Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County community gathered on Saturday, April 26, at Exton Park Trailhead along the Chester Valley Trail to celebrate trails and champion accessibility during the annual …
Chester County Hosts Celebrate Trails Day Focused on Accessibility Read More
GREATER PHILADELPHIA AREA — The Wardrobe, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals through professional attire and resources, has introduced a new initiative called Workforce Wednesdays. These free weekly sessions …
The Wardrobe Launches Workforce Wednesdays to Support Job Seekers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Joseph Sarmiento, 40, of New York, was sentenced on Thursday, May 1, to 20 to 40 years in prison for the 2021 killing of 41-year-old Helena Johnson. …
Justice Served: Killer Faces Decades Behind Bars for Tragic Death Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Federal authorities have charged three individuals, including a former Amtrak official, with engaging in alleged bribery schemes to manipulate the contracting process for lucrative projects. The indictment …
Amtrak Official and Virginia-Based Contractors Indicted for Alleged Bribery Scheme Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Michael Jefferson, a 42-year-old correctional officer at the Federal Detention Center (FDC) in Philadelphia, has been arrested and indicted on serious charges stemming from the alleged sexual …
Correctional Officer Accused of Shocking Abuse at Philadelphia Detention Center Read More