Police Probe Trash Can Blast In New Jersey
Barnegat Township police arrived around 1:30 a.m. Thursday.
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Barnegat Township police arrived around 1:30 a.m. Thursday.
The Fire Department of New York confirmed the firefighter's death shortly after the explosion at around 7:30 a.m.
No other injuries have been reported.
Police say the explosion happened in front of a barber shop.
An underground explosion in Washington Square West rattled people out of their beds early Sunday morning, just 12 hours after a similar incident Saturday outside 30th Street Station.
About 60 union members carried signs that read, "Philly schools are danger zones" and "Protect children, protect workers."
An elementary school in Mt. Airy is closed Thursday and Friday, after a boiler explosion injured a mechanic and knocked out heat to the building.
Around 8:38 a.m., the fire department responded to Broad Street and Oregon Avenue for reports of an underground explosion that dislodged a manhole cover.
Police say one person was being evaluated at a hospital after an explosion at a South Jersey home.
Natural gas leaking from an underground main traveled into a New Jersey house, built up in its basement and exploded when it came in contact with an open flame from an appliance, investigators said.
Police confirm there were two underground explosions Sunday afternoon in Center City.
Prosecutor Lisa Nichols has told the jury defendant Douglas Ferrin made and detonated IED's --- improvised explosive devices or bombs. And one blew up in his hand in May.
Two men suffered burns to their hands and face in a natural gas explosion and fire at a Pennsylvania car wash.
A science experiment by six students from Ocean City High School was chosen to board the rocket intended for the International Space Station.
A northeastern Pennsylvania man who pleaded guilty to sparking an explosion that damaged 59 properties and injured two teenage girls has died in prison.
A woman was rushed to the hospital after a propane tank exploded in an RV just after 10 a.m.
Authorities say a home was destroyed in an explosion in the city of Coatesville, but no injuries were immediately reported.
The incident was reported around 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at 3rd and Wyoming.
Only Eyewitness News caught up with the suspect, 30-year-old Thomas Piscione's parents who declined to comment but asked that we don't jump to conclusions. They called the allegations, a possible misunderstanding.
Nearly a week after a firecracker exploded inside a Germantown home, the homeowner has been arrested and is facing charges.
A suspected carbon monoxide leak lead to a fire and then explosion inside a residence in Philadelphia early Thursday morning.
There are new developments Friday regarding the deadly natural gas explosion in Ewing Township. The family of Linda Cerritelli, who was killed, has now filed a civil lawsuit against both PSE&G and contractor Henkels & McCoy.
State fire investigators report that the incident happened when the two workers were attempting to repair a PVC gas line.
Officials say an oxygen tank exploded at a New Jersey hospital and seriously injured a nurse.
A building in New York City's Harlem reportedly exploded and partially collapsed on Wednesday morning.
Joel Embiid scored a season-high 39 points, Paul George had 23 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers 115-105.
Snow is expected to begin Saturday night, across the entire Philadelphia region.
A judge in New Jersey agreed to release Mark Paulino from jail while he awaits a criminal trial for child pornography charges.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A Pennsylvania couple is facing felony drug charges after investigators said they found a child and two pounds of cocaine in their car during a traffic stop.
Snow is expected to begin Saturday night, across the entire Philadelphia region.
Joel Embiid scored a season-high 39 points, Paul George had 23 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers 115-105.
Police are searching for suspects they say were involved in a string of robberies across three Philadelphia neighborhoods Friday.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured three people.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
Police are searching for suspects they say were involved in a string of robberies across three Philadelphia neighborhoods Friday.
An administration mix-up caused personal information like Social Security numbers and bank account info to be mailed out to the wrong recipients.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
Auction house Stacks Bowers sold three U.S. pennies (one made of 24K gold) for 26 million times their cash value.
A judge in New Jersey agreed to release Mark Paulino from jail while he awaits a criminal trial for child pornography charges.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured six people.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
A fire at the Mansion Apartments in Pine Hill, Camden County, destroyed two units. It's being investigated as possible arson, according to a source.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
A stomach bug sickened several students at a Camden County elementary school, the health department announced Friday.
Experts say the holiday season is prime for contagious illnesses to spread in crowded places like malls, airports and holiday parties.
Nick Patterson will make his debut in the Philadelphia Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" a year after being diagnosed with cancer.
Instead of big incisions, doctors at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital are using tiny scopes with tips that freeze. For patients, it means they get diagnosed faster with no downtime.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
The southbound lanes of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mount Laurel were closed for a while after a crash that injured six people.
SMART Local 1594, which represents more than 300 bus, train and trolley operators, reached a tentative deal with SEPTA after the union authorized a strike last month.
SEPTA and TWU Local 234 reached a labor agreement Monday that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia.
All SEPTA services will run on a normal schedule Monday, days after TWU Local 234 warned a strike was "imminent."
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Saturday.
Joel Embiid scored a season-high 39 points, Paul George had 23 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Indiana Pacers 115-105.
Current and former Eagles and Phillies players will be available for autographs at the Philadelphia Sports Cards and Sports Memorabilia show this weekend.
President Trump hosted members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill signing.
Mark Stone scored his second goal of the game 2:47 into overtime to give the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Kyle Schwarber has signed a $150 million, five-year deal to stay with the Phillies just before the expected birth of a daughter.
Philadelphia will ring in the new year with LL Cool J, DJ Jazzy Jeff and other musical acts in front of the Art Museum on New Year's Eve.
Zarwin Baum hosted a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate benefiting the Easter Seals.
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Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Guests enjoy the holiday magic at Storybook Land in Eggharbor Township, New Jersey. Dan Snyder reports.
Police are searching for suspects they say were involved in a string of robberies across three Philadelphia neighborhoods Friday. Ross DiMattei reports.
Snow is expected to begin Saturday night, across the entire Philadelphia region. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A community event in Germantown gave away free hearing aids, letting attendees reconnect with the world through sound.
Ex-N.J. teacher and Santa actor Mark Paulino was released from prison after being arrested on child porn charges. Madeleine Wright reports.