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PITTSBURGH, PA — Jammar Shelton, a 44-year-old resident of Sharon, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for trafficking cocaine and fentanyl. The announcement came on Monday, November …
Man Sentenced to 36 Months for Cocaine and Fentanyl Trafficking Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Salvation Army Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware Division is appealing to local communities to step up as volunteer bell ringers for this year’s Red Kettle Campaign. This …
Salvation Army Calls for Volunteer Bell Ringers as Red Kettle Campaign Sees Decline in Donations Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington Police are actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on Tuesday, November 21, 2023. The incident occurred at approximately 9:19 a.m. in the 1200 block …
Wilmington Police Investigating Tuesday Morning Shooting on West 3rd Street Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — On November 19, 2023, at approximately 1:15 AM, West Chester Police were dispatched to Ryan’s Pub, located at 124 W Gay St, following reports of an …
West Chester Police Seek Information on Alleged Assault at Local Pub Read More
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently issued a reminder to Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA) owners aged 70½ and over. These individuals are allowed to transfer up to $100,000 annually …
IRS Reminder: IRA Owners Over 70½ Can Transfer up to $100,000 to Charity Tax-Free Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — For many, the holiday season is a time for sharing meals, gifts and quality time with family and friends. At the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, it …
YMCA Members, Students and Partners Unite to Combat Homelessness and Food Insecurity Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In the early hours of November 10, 2023, West Chester police responded to a hit-and-run incident involving multiple vehicles in the 700 block of S. Walnut. …
West Chester Hit-and-Run Suspect Apprehended After Police Chase Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — On November 11, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Wilmington Police Department’s Uniformed Services Division responded to a distress call from the 1300 block of North Walnut Street. …
Wilmington Police Arrests Man for Attempted Robbery on North Walnut Street Read More
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warning letters to two trade associations and 12 registered dieticians and online health influencers over inadequate disclosures in their social media posts promoting …
FTC Warns Health Influencers and Trade Associations over Misleading Endorsements Read More
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently updated its frequently asked questions (FAQs) on Fact Sheet 2023-26. The update pertains to question 9 and clarifies the tax implications for wrongfully …
IRS Updates FAQ on Wrongful Incarceration Exclusion; Back Pay for Wrongfully Incarcerated Service Members Not Exempt from Gross Income Read More