Philadelphia WWII soldier receives proper funeral more than 80 years later
It may have taken 80 years, but U.S. Army Private Joseph Cocco's family honored the Purple Heart with a proper funeral.
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It may have taken 80 years, but U.S. Army Private Joseph Cocco's family honored the Purple Heart with a proper funeral.
The remains of U.S. Army Private Joseph Cocco, who died in Italy during WWII at 22 years old, have been reunited with his family in Delaware County after more than 80 years.
The remains of U.S. Army Private Joseph Cocco were reunited with his family in Delaware County after more than 80 years.
97-year-old William George Schumacher of Delair, New Jersey, was celebrated for serving in WWII and given his own day in Camden County.
William George Schumacher, 97, of Delair, New Jersey, was celebrated for serving in WWII and even given his own day in Camden County.
Andrew "Tim" Kiniry was the Hometown Hero at the Phillies game on Wednesday, getting to change out one of the bases at Citizens Bank Park.
After a more than two-hour trip, the Battleship New Jersey is docked and finally back home at the Camden Waterfront on Thursday. For the past three months, the historic ship underwent repairs and it was the first time it was dry docked in 35 years. Ryan Hughes hopped on board for the historic mini voyage.
Families are displaced after a fire at a condo complex in East Windsor, New Jersey, World War II veterans of the Normandy invasion have returned from a trip to France and there could be scattered showers Tuesday afternoon.
U.S. military veterans who served in the Normandy campaign in World War II landed at Philadelphia International Airport on Monday night after a week touring their former battlegrounds including Omaha Beach. The 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion was observed June 6, 2024.
In France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied forces' pivotal D-Day landings in Normandy, President Biden honors WWII troops who freed Europe from tyranny.
Atlantic City unveiled the Bernie Friedenberg World War II Memorial on Thursday to honor the legacy of a local veteran who was among the first on Omaha Beach 80 years ago.
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, here is how the allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, turning the tide of World War II.
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Andrew Kiniry planned to walk the sand on Normandy's beaches, where he once cared for wounded soldiers.
Veterans from the Delaware Valley and beyond traveled to Normandy, France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, including New Jersey veteran Andrew "Tim" Kiniry and and an original "Rosie the Riveter" from Bucks County, Mae Krier. May Brill of Cherry Hill also sat down with Wakisha Bailey to talk about the contributions made by women during WWII.
On the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy, France, Atlantic City will unveil a new memorial honoring decorated WWII hero Sgt. Bernie Friedenberg. Friedenberg, who grew up in New Jersey and went to Temple University, enlisted after the attack on Pearl Harbor and was among the first waves of troops to storm the beaches of Normandy on D-Day.
Mae Krier built B-17 and B-29 bombers for Boeing during World War II and has since fought for decades to ensure women's contributions to the war effort were recognized.
Three C-47 transport planes, a workhorse of World War II, dropped three long strings of jumpers, their round chutes mushrooming open in the blue skies with puffy white clouds.
Nonprofit Forever Young Veterans is sending four Delaware Valley veterans, including 102-year-old Andrew Kiniry, to Normandy, France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
Andrew Kiniry, a 102-year-old World War II veteran living in Vineland, New Jersey, is traveling back to Normandy, France with several other local veterans to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
Eugene Richardson, 98, is one of the few surviving members of the Philadelphia chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen. He talked to reporter Dan Snyder about his legacy and what Memorial Day means to him.
Air Force Lieutenant Jack Goodrich, a centenarian and World War II veteran, was honored Monday during a Memorial Day service in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
May Brill will turn 100 next week and for decades, she's been an advocate for veterans. Residents in the community came together Friday in celebration of the WWII veteran from Cherry Hill.
Paul Trumbetas, a World War II veteran and big Phillies fan, got the birthday party of the century in Chester County at the Southeastern Veterans' Center in Spring City on Tuesday.
A program is working to preserve the past as several military monuments sit near Brandywine Park in Wilmington that haven't been touched or cleaned in decades.
Mae Krier, an original "Rosie the Riveter who built planes during World War II, opened up about accepting the Congressional Gold Medal, on behalf of all Rosies.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the department is reviewing the actions of officers in the Gayborhood during Pride celebrations.
Lynda Myers, whose family moved to Levittown, Pennsylvania, in 1957, wants people to remember their story.
Billy Schmidt, a student at Penn State, was fatally shot near his South Philadelphia home after someone stole his phone, police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
Dozens of kids and teenagers have been charged in connection with a brawl at Hersheypark on opening day.
Billy Schmidt, a student at Penn State, was fatally shot near his South Philadelphia home after someone stole his phone, police said.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the department is reviewing the actions of officers in the Gayborhood during Pride celebrations.
Lynda Myers, whose family moved to Levittown, Pennsylvania, in 1957, wants people to remember their story.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
Dozens of kids and teenagers have been charged in connection with a brawl at Hersheypark on opening day.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the department is reviewing the actions of officers in the Gayborhood during Pride celebrations.
Lynda Myers, whose family moved to Levittown, Pennsylvania, in 1957, wants people to remember their story.
Billy Schmidt, a student at Penn State, was fatally shot near his South Philadelphia home after someone stole his phone, police said.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
Police are looking for three male suspects accused of trying to blow up an ATM before robbing a convenience store in Philadelphia's Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Mike Gansey acknowledges that the Sixers are not currently a championship-caliber team.
Restaurants in Philadelphia are preparing to welcome visitors from around the world with the FIFA World Cup starting this week.
Sean Mannion is still months away from calling plays in an NFL game for the first time, but Jordan Mailata had high praise for the Eagles' new offensive coordinator.
The Sixers are promoting Jameer Nelson to be the team's executive vice president of basketball operations under new president Mike Gansey, according to a league source.
Brandon Marsh homered for the third straight day and drove in two runs as the Phillies beat the White Sox in South Philly.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
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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.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said 15 arrests were made during the Pride celebrations in the Gayborhood.
A man was found dead after a fire in the Olney section of North Philadelphia Monday morning, fire officials said. Crews have demolished the building.
Philadelphia police are continuing to search for the gunman who shot and killed a Penn State student near his home in South Philly over the weekend.
Preparations for the World Cup are underway in Philadelphia, and PennDOT has rolled out a new page that shows real-time traffic and SEPTA information for residents and visitors heading into the city for matches and other events.
Lynda Myers, whose family moved to Levittown, Pennsylvania, when she was a month old, is working to preserve their legacy as the first Black family to live there. "My parents had a lot of courage," she said.