Thursday’s record-challenging heat, plus a look at conditions heading into the holiday weekend
It was a scorcher outside Thursday with our third day in a row of temperatures at or above 90 degrees, meaning we can now officially say we are in a heat wave, which has to be at least three consecutive days at or above 90 degrees. Temperatures Thursday didn't just stop at 90 degrees, with multiple locations in the Leh
Eastern Pa. Homestead Festival kicks off in Kutztown
The event pays homage to the Kutztown Folk Festival, which ended in 2024.
Tri-Municipal Fourth of July Parade to bring patriotic tradition back to Central Bucks, road...
One of Central Bucks’ longest-running Independence Day traditions returns Saturday morning as the annual Tri-Municipal Fourth of July Parade marches through New Britain Township, New Britain Borough and Chalfont Borough with marching bands, decorated floats, first responders, classic vehicles and patriotic pride. The p
Doylestown man caught after admitting Kohl’s theft, saying he ‘lost everything,’ police say
Warminster Township Police said a Doylestown man admitted to stealing clothing and accessories from Kohl’s after officers stopped him outside the store, telling police he had “lost everything” and had nothing left. Jason Michael Kohler, 45, was charged with felony retail theft and felony receiving stolen property...
Big Boy sighting: World’s largest operating steam locomotive chugs through Pottstown
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, chugged through Pottstown in its maiden east coast voyage in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
PPL raises rates first time in decade amidst soaring temperatures and power bills
According to federal statistics, extremely hot weather is responsible for more than 700 deaths every year in the United States. It is also responsible for more than 67,000 hospital visits. The heat wave coincides with PPL raising rates this week. Most customers will see their bill go up by about...
The Enormous Flea Market In Pennsylvania Where You’ll Find The Coolest Stuff For Dirt...
If you love the thrill of spotting something weird, wonderful, and wildly underpriced, Jake’s Flea Market in Barto deserves a spot on your weekend list. This sprawling Pennsylvania market has that unpredictable, anything-can-happen energy that turns a quick stop into a full morning of wandering. One aisle might be stac
New Jersey man charged after undercover operation targeting child exploitation in Bucks Co
BERKS CO. (WOLF) — A New Jersey man is accused of traveling to Bucks County believing he was meeting a 13-year-old girl for sex, only to be arrested during an undercover operation targeting child exploitation and human trafficking. Bucks County District Attorney Joe Khan announced that 35-year-old Christopher Martin...
Firefighters respond to Ocean State Job Lot, Hamilton Boulevard, June 28
Firefighters from Lower Macungie and Trexlertown fire departments responded to a reported structure fire at a location on Hamilton Boulevard June 28. Lehigh County 911 reported a structure fire at discount retailer Ocean State Job Lot in the 7000 block of Hamilton Boulevard, Lower Macungie Township. The initial dispatc
Huntingdon Valley resident quoted by 6ABC following freight train derailment in Bucks County
A resident of Huntingdon Valley was quoted by 6ABC following a freight train derailment on Tuesday afternoon in Bensalem, Bucks County. According to their coverage, 16 of 72 CSX train cars left the tracks. The cause of the incident remains under investigation. Check out the clip:. For all the latest...
