Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia Cited for Violations After Health Inspection
Baan Thai in Philadelphia underwent a health inspection on September 4. The inspection report noted unsanitary conditions at the restaurant. The health department has instructed the restaurant to correct the noted violations. Please note that the results mentioned here are from inspections conducted on September 4...
Philadelphia On Pace for Fewest Homicides in Nearly 60 Years
Philadelphia has seen 150 homicides up to this point in the year, and at this rate, is on pace for 220, which would be the lowest since 1966. Philadelphia has been seeing a decline in crime and homicides this year, with numbers currently on pace for its fewest homicides since 1966, writes Victor Fiorillo for...
Man draws prison for straw purchase scheme in Montgomery County
NORRISTOWN — A Philadelphia man will spend more than a decade in prison for a straw purchase scheme during which he illegally purchased and distributed three dozen guns to ineligible persons in Montgomery County and surrounding areas. Thomas J. Kearney, 35, of the 7100 block of Forrest Avenue, was...
Private Investors Acquire Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1M
Private investors have snatched up Taylor Hospital in Ridley for $1 million, with plans to re-establish medical services there that would include an emergency room, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The group of private investors, known as KQT Aikens Partners, is being led by Todd Strine,...
Police looking for missing N.J. woman last seen in Chick-fil-A uniform
Police in Camden County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman. Darlene Hughes, 50, was last seen Thursday, according to Bellmawr Police. She was wearing a Chick-fil-A uniform and her destination was unknown, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Camden County Communications...
Wawa Sells Closed Delaware County Store, Along with Six Other Properties
Wawa is selling seven properties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, four that have closed stores and three that are vacant lots, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The portfolio went out to market in May. It includes a closed Wawa store at 2236 Chichester Ave. in Boothwyn. Wawa...
Philadelphia Police Seek Community Help to Identify Suspect in Pine Street Package Theft
The Central Detective Division is calling on the community to aid in the identification of a suspect captured on video allegedly stealing packages off a residence's front step on Pine Street. According to the Philadelphia Police Department's official news release, the incident occurred on September 2, 2025, at about...
Philadelphia Implements New Work Requirements for SNAP Benefits Starting in September
Starting September, a new set of rules for SNAP benefits, popularly known as food stamps, have come into play in Philly. These changes spring from the federal budget reconciliation bill passed by Congress and signed into law in July. Now, some Philadelphians will face work requirements to maintain their SNAP...
Woman shot inside Wingstop in Philadelphia, police say
A woman working at a Wingstop on City Avenue is OK after being shot on the job, Philadelphia police say.
Late Night Shooting Sends Man To Trauma Center
Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that occurred late Saturday night in the city’s west side. Just before 11:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of South Harrison Street following reports of gunfire. Responding units located a male victim lying on the ground who had sustained multiple...
