Fire damages "Skinny Joey's Cheesesteaks," co- owned by convicted mob boss Joey Merlino
An investigation is underway into the cause of a fire at a South Philly cheesesteak shop, co-owned by convicted mob boss Joey Merlino.
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An investigation is underway into the cause of a fire at a South Philly cheesesteak shop, co-owned by convicted mob boss Joey Merlino.
Merlino's sentencing is set for September.
Reputed mob boss Joey Merlino is no longer welcome at any casino in the Commonwealth.
A federal judge in South Florida has released Merlino on $5-million bail.
The indictment says the organization known as the "East Coast Enterprise" operated in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Florida.
A judge in Philadelphia has ruled that Merlino violated the terms of his supervised release by meeting with a convicted felon and a former co-defendant inside the Havana Nights Cigar Bar, in Boca Raton.
Convicted former mob boss Joey Merlino is scheduled back in court again this morning and he could learn today whether or not he is a free man.
The underlying allegations are that convicted Philadelphia mobster Joey Merlino violated conditions of his supervised release by meeting with felons and mobsters in Florida, where he now lives.
Convicted former Philadelphia mob boss Joey Merlino faces a federal hearing today that could put him back in prison.
It was the summer of 1996, and the rumors about Eric Lindros and accused mob boss Joey Merlino were flying. Instead of relying on rumors and hearsay, Howard Eskin decided to go right to the source.
Veteran mob lawyer Edwin Jacobs gave closing arguments Monday on behalf of accused Philadelphia mob boss Joseph "Uncle Joe" Ligambi.
After a full day of opening statements yesterday, testimony is scheduled to begin this morning in the federal racketeering conspiracy trial of alleged mob boss Joseph Ligambi and six other men.
Cold-blooded mobsters, or victims targeted by overzealous and desperate authorities? That's the choice laid out for the jury.
Jury selection begins today in a case of alleged extortion, loan sharking, gambling, and witness intimidation by a criminal organization that has operated for decades.
The Sixers say Paul George suffered a bone bruise but has no structural damage after hyperextending his left knee Monday.
Amid a moderate to severe drought in parts of the Philadelphia area, no rain is a good thing for some New Jersey farmers.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Philadelphia police are searching for Jaadir Goodwyn in connection with the crash that injured three Penn Presbyterian nurses and a shooting victim.
Andrew Painter is healthy and will pitch for the Phillies at some point in 2025, but the club isn't sure exactly when.
Philadelphia police are searching for Jaadir Goodwyn in connection with the crash that injured three Penn Presbyterian nurses and a shooting victim.
The Sixers say Paul George suffered a bone bruise but has no structural damage after hyperextending his left knee Monday.
The train operator who died after a NJ Transit River Line train hit a downed tree has been identified by an attorney for her family as a Bucks County mother of three.
Amid a moderate to severe drought in parts of the Philadelphia area, no rain is a good thing for some New Jersey farmers.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Philadelphia police are searching for Jaadir Goodwyn in connection with the crash that injured three Penn Presbyterian nurses and a shooting victim.
Philadelphia police said a woman was either using a wheelchair or pushing it when she was struck and killed by a vehicle early Tuesday morning.
The train operator who died after a NJ Transit River Line train hit a downed tree has been identified by an attorney for her family as a Bucks County mother of three.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Following visits by former President Trump and Vice President Harris, on Tuesday President Biden, the first lady and JD Vance will all be in Pennsylvania for various events.
Amid a moderate to severe drought in parts of the Philadelphia area, no rain is a good thing for some New Jersey farmers.
Multiple lanes have reopened on New Jersey Turnpike North after a morning crash sent about 20 people to the hospital.
The train operator who died after a NJ Transit River Line train hit a downed tree has been identified by an attorney for her family as a Bucks County mother of three.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
A 12-year-old boy died on Monday after a tree limb fell on him in his backyard in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, police said.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that spread to at least 14 cars in a parking area in Bridgeville Saturday afternoon.
Police say a school bus driver abandoned about 10 Newark Charter School students at a wrong stop in Delaware.
The Delaware National Guard and New Jersey National Guard activated nearly 200 service members and dozens of vehicles to help with Florida's Hurricane Milton response.
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.
The Golf Association of Philadelphia's inaugural adaptive golf championship drew players with disabilities from around the world to Bucks County.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The School District of Philadelphia says nearly 200 schools were impacted by a meat and poultry recall due to possible listeria contamination.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
Multiple lanes have reopened on New Jersey Turnpike North after a morning crash sent about 20 people to the hospital.
One outer lane of the New Jersey Turnpike northbound is blocked Friday morning after a crash involving multiple tractor-trailers.
NJ Transit says service on the River Line light rail has reopened after a train struck a car on Friday morning.
A police chase led to a crash on I-95 near Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday afternoon.
Philadelphia officials presented a plan for protected bike lanes to a Center City residents' organization on Tuesday.
The Sixers say Paul George suffered a bone bruise but has no structural damage after hyperextending his left knee Monday.
Andrew Painter is healthy and will pitch for the Phillies at some point in 2025, but the club isn't sure exactly when.
The Philadelphia Phillies have extended manager Rob Thomson's contract and will bring back the entire coaching staff in 2025.
Paul George hyperextended his left knee in a preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night, the 76ers said.
The Golf Association of Philadelphia's inaugural adaptive golf championship drew players with disabilities from around the world to Bucks County.
A new documentary revisits Philadelphia's The Mike Douglas Show where John Lennon and Yoko Ono co-hosted the show for an entire week.
One of the greatest actors of all time, Al Pacino's life might have turned out very differently, if not for his mother's determination, the faith of director Francis Ford Coppola, or his success at overcoming an addiction to drink. He talks about his new memoir, "Sonny Boy."
This weekend, the Birds take on the Browns at the Linc, Stevie Wonder hits the stage in South Philly and OURFest 2024 is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community all weekend long.
Street artist, Get Up, created the "Dancing Kelce" and his work can now be seen throughout Philly. His work even got the attention of the former Eagles center himself.
AJ Evans released "Get Up, Go Vote" on streaming platforms to encourage voters to make their voices heard.
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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.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Fall premiere week continues on CBS. The FBI franchises are back Tuesday night including the season four premiere of FBI: International. Actor Jesse Lee Soffer is joining that cast as a series regular this season. Jim Donovan talked with Jesse earlier today from Budapest.
Mayor Cherelle Parker, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore and other Philadelphia officials gave updates including identifying the man wanted in connection to the hit-and-run assault that injured three Penn Presbyterian Medical Center nurses and a shooting victim over the weekend.
It was back to school for some students at Saint Francis of Assisi. On Tuesday morning, 8th graders gathered in front of the school with the message “SFA Strong.” A fire destroyed part of their catholic school last week.
Amid this October chill, we are also experiencing a moderate to severe drought in parts of the area, especially South Jersey. Lawns are turning brown, but here's why it's not all bad news for farmers.