Four Philadelphia record stores to expand or start your record collection
Even in the age of music streaming platforms, the resurgence of physical media like vinyl records, CDs and cassette tapes might come as a surprise for some. For others, physical media has never left and symbolizes a resistance within consumer behavior. Philadelphia is known for its record stores everywhere around...
Two people arrested following drug bust at Pennsylvania hotel
PENNSYLVANIA — Two Philadelphia residents are facing multiple drug charges after police say they were caught selling heroin and crystal methamphetamine out of an Altoona hotel room. According to the Altoona Police Department, officers were alerted to suspected drug activity at the Wingate by Wyndham hotel along...
Missing Juvenile Ari’Bree Miles from the 39th District
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile Ari’Bree Miles. Ari’Bree was last seen on February 7, 2026, at approximately 12:00 p.m., at her residence on the 3300 block of Henry Avenue. She is 17 years old, stands 4’9″ tall, weighs approximately...
Small business owner sentenced to prison for deceptive business practices
Matthew Kaplan, the owner of the furniture store M. Kaplan Interiors in Malvern, was sentenced to 6 to 23 months in prison after pleading guilty to deceptive business practices and related charges. Kaplan, 37, of Rydal, Pa., owned a furniture store and defrauded dozens of victims who ordered and paid...
Red light camera warning period at West Philadelphia intersection extended for 2 weeks
PHILADELPHIA - The warning period for red light cameras at a busy West Philadelphia intersection has been extended by two weeks, the Philadelphia Parking Authority announced on Wednesday. What we know:. The warning period for red light cameras at the intersection of 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue has been extended...
Man shot inside home in Philadelphia’s Kingsessing neighborhood
Philadelphia police took a woman into custody after a shooting inside a home in the city's Kingsessing neighborhood left a man in critical condition.
Arrest made in Oxford Circle robbery
Police arrested 35-year-old Janesha Pickett in connection with a Jan. 18 robbery at Castor Avenue and Benner Street. At about 6:39 a.m., a robbery occurred while a 66-year-old female victim was waiting for a Route 59 SEPTA bus. Police said at least two offenders exited a red Jeep SUV, and one offender grabbed the...
Years after explosive growth, famed central PA cookie company to file for bankruptcy
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Lancaster County-based cookie company has suffered a setback after its meteoric rise. Taylor Chip will close its two Philadelphia locations and file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to "protect the long-term future of the brand," the company announced in a release. “Building something from...
Four of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania Are in Montgomery County
Jen O’Mara, writing for The Keystone, set out on a quest for the best suburban hoagies. She purposefully eliminated any of the legendary producers within the Philadelphia borders, seeking lesser-known masters from smaller communities. Her best-of list across the suburban geographies yielded eight notables. Montgomery...
Upper Dublin man arrested after alleged murder-for-hire scheme
Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and Upper Dublin Township Police Chief Francis Wheatley announced on February 11th the arrest of 41-year-old Eric Berkowitz, 41 of Dresher (Upper Dublin Township) for Criminal Solicitation For Murder, Attempted Murder and related charges. According to the...
