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PENNSYLVANIA - A Philadelphia man is behind bars after allegedly defrauding multiple homeowners in Lower Bucks County out of nearly $180,000. On August 19, 2026, a joint investigation by the Bensalem Township and Middletown Township Police Departments culminated in the arrest of 46-year-old Shawn Hagan, owner of Hagan Home Concepts.
DOVER, Del. — A state of emergency is in effect in Dover, Delaware, as cleanup crews across the region work to clear downed trees, power lines, and debris following powerful severe storms on Thursday. The sprawling storm system prompted multiple tornado and flash flood warnings across Delaware, southeastern Pennsylvania, and the broader Philadelphia region.
FOLCROFT, Pa. — The Folcroft Borough Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 21-year-old man wanted on an active bench warrant related to vehicle theft.
HARRISBURG, PA – In a continuing effort to prioritize local voices, the Shapiro Administration has officially launched a new online portal for Pennsylvanians to engage directly with the Commonwealth regarding data center development. Effective August 21, 2026, residents can visit pa.gov/YourVoiceOnDataCenters to share their input and report on new proposals.
UPPER CHICHESTER, PA — The Upper Chichester Township Police Department announced the arrest of Jian Jian Yu, 35, in connection with an attempted $40,000 phone scam targeting an older adult. Law enforcement's interception prevented the victim from suffering any financial loss.
HARRISBURG, PA — In the wake of Pennsylvania's first measles fatalities in 35 years, state and local health departments are mobilizing to raise awareness and urge residents to check their immunization records. The deaths of two unvaccinated individuals, announced on Tuesday, August 25, have served as a stark reminder of the virus's lethal potential.
