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Building Collapse, Road Rage Top Eastern PA News

Former foster dad charged with molesting kids, casino saves Norristown fireworks and pricey parking spots at U.S. Open also made headlines.

6 Killed in Philadelphia Building Collapse

A woman was pulled alive from the rubble at 22nd and Market streets in Center City Philadelphia 13 hours after the building collapse, according to reports. Among the victims was a 1996 William Tennent graduate.

Former Foster Dad Charged with Molesting Kids

District Attorney vows "We are going to land on this defendant like a ton of bricks."

An 18-year-old caught trespassing in Parkland High School Thursday morning intended to hurt a student there, South Whitehall Police said.

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A South Bethlehem man was shot to death after he confronted three men who had beat up a son’s friend in the Lynfield section of the city early Sunday morning, according to relatives of the slain man. Two days later, a 17-year-old turned himself in to police in the shooting death.

$500 for a U.S. Open Parking Spot?

Find out what people are charging to park close to the golf championship.

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Upper Macungie police are seeking witnesses to an alleged road rage incident Sunday night in which a passenger in a blue 2003 Hyundai allegedly pulled and pointed a gun at a driver on Route 222 in the township.

Drew Bodden, 38, of Plumstead, could face as much as 40 years in prison after being convicted of third-degree murder for his involvement in a fatal car accident on Nov. 21.

The alleged rape of a 15-year-old girl on April 29 at Wissahickon High School is being investigated by the Montgomery County District Attorney.

Bensalem Native Hits the Road for NASCAR Team

A Bucks County man is in charge of hauling the car and equipment across the country for NASCAR driver David Ragan.

New Senior Living Center a 'Win-Win' for Newtown

A new senior living facility called The Birches is under construction in Bucks County.

Center Point Plaza Gets a Makeover

Construction crews have been hard at work for the past few weeks renovating the front walkways and the clock tower at a Warminster shopping center.

Rose Betker was given a township commendation for her long-running and unwavering dedication to the children of Bristol Township.

Casino Saves Norristown Fireworks with $8K Check

The annual fireworks were canceled until the Valley Forge Casino Resort offered a donation.

Alleged Co-Conspirator in Borowy Murder Caught

A Philadelphia man was taken into custody by authorities on Monday.


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