News 2008-04-30 Andanh.com

Water, sewer bills going up Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:35:03 -0500
Philadelphia, the Bucks authority's biggest provider, is increasing its rates. The Bucks system is passing on the hike.

Opponents agree on gas tax proposal Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:32:54 -0500
Local politicians want a gas tax holiday, but they can't agree on who's to blame for high gas prices.

Congressman's wife talks about pressure, image and Tastykakes Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:31:02 -0500
Jennifer Safford Murphy spoke with students about life as a political spouse.

Save on car insurance Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:28:25 -0500
BE BUCKS $MART - Consider a car insurance policy with high deductibles.

Board appoints new supervisor Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:59:38 -0500
MIDDLETOWN - Kathy Heuer is a special education teacher in the Neshaminy School District.

Dad faces trial in alleged shooting Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:57:34 -0500
BRISTOL TOWNSHIP - A Bristol Township man will stand trial for allegedly shooting his 23-year-old son in the leg.

Officials to revisit uniform issue; parents to be asked again for input Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:55:29 -0500
BUCKS COUNTY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL - School officials are trying to figure out a way to get female students to dress appropriately and not like Britney Spears, the principal said.

Volunteers sought to prepare care packages for soldiers Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:50:41 -0500
NORTHAMPTON - Soldiers for Hope has shipped 18,000 packages to active military personnel.

Police say man molested girl, 15 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:47:08 -0500
Wayne R. Jorgensen Jr. was taking a test to become a firefighter when he allegedly admitted having contact with the girl.

Mysterious fungus found in Pennsylvania bat caves Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:43:18 -0500
Evidence of a fungus that might have killed off tens of thousands of bats might have been discovered in Pennsylvania.

Township files lawsuit against housing developer Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:41:26 -0500
LOWER MAKEFIELD - Only one of the seven homes approved for the development has been built.

George Harold Kistner, 89, loved high school sports Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:37:31 -0500
George Harold Kistner of Bensalem was a high school sports enthusiast. His favorite teams to follow were from Bensalem and Neshaminy high schools.

Man found dead inside video booth Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:48:31 -0500
Bucks County detectives are investigating the death of a New Jersey man who was found in a private viewing booth of Towne Video, Penndel Police Chief Stephen Burke said.

Worker killed in construction site accident Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:48:22 -0500
FALLS - A Philadelphia man was killed in an industrial accident Monday morning when a load of coils crushed the cab of the truck he was sitting in.

Kids slipped into casino unnoticed Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:47:51 -0500
BENSALEM - Philadelphia Park could face fines of $21,000 after three reported incidents of children ages 5, 4 and 2 on the slots floor.

Save it or spend it- Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:47:31 -0500
There's a lot of competition for your economic stimulus check. Surveys show many will save it or pay bills.

Inmate and author hangs himself Tue, 29 Apr 2008 06:46:26 -0500
A Trenton man who paid $250 for a contract murder that ultimately killed the wrong man in 1980 in Falls hanged himself in state prison on Sunday, officials said.

Vote for the Best Mom '08 Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:39:11 -0500
Mother's Day is just around the corner and we need your help to make it extra special for one local mom. We've narrowed the hundreds of nominations for 2008 Best Mom down to six whose stories revealed a depth of giving that no sorrow or setback can shake. It's your turn now.

Save on medication Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:32:55 -0500
BE BUCKS $MART - Use generic substitutes when you can. If your needs are small, ask your doctor for free samples.

Rare find: Witnesses coming forward Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:30:22 -0500
BRISTOL TOWNSHIP - In the case of Eric Doggett, a 29-year-old Trenton man gunned down in the township a year ago today, witnesses are keeping his case alive.

Burlington Twp. police: Burglar gets caught in the act Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:49:57 -0500
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP - A burglar was nabbed in the act yesterday after he got stuck inside an air duct in an apartment building, police said.

Body found in Pennsauken Creek Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:24:17 -0500
MAPLE SHADE - Authorities are investigating whether a body pulled from the Pennsauken Creek yesterday afternoon was a teenage mother suspected of being beaten to death earlier this year.

BCT seeks comments from military families Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:51:57 -0500

Burlington County meeting schedule Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:54:56 -0500

Moth spraying begins in county next week Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:22:07 -0500
Municipalities that opted to participate in the volunteer spraying program will receive one application of Bt.

Jury to begin deliberations in sexual-assault trial Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:15:52 -0500
A jury is expected to begin deliberations today in the trial of a Lindenwold man who is accused of sexually assaulting a 6-year-old Evesham girl. Ante Longin, 67, is accused of sexual assault in connection with incidents that prosecutors allege took place in the girl's home in 2004.

Mansfield group needs help to pay for gazebo Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:14:18 -0500
MANSFIELD - The township's Memorial Day Committee erected a gazebo in Mansfield Community Park yesterday, but the group still needs help from the community to cover its $6,500 price tag.

Moorestown OKs contract to build park in Lenola section Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:12:56 -0500
MOORESTOWN - The Township Council has hired a Southampton company to transform a half-acre vacant lot in the west end of town into a small park.

Two GPS devices stolen in Moorestown Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:11:37 -0500
MOORESTOWN - Global positioning systems were reported stolen from two vehicles, police said.

Police: Nest in car engine likely led to fire Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:10:41 -0500
MEDFORD - A fire that engulfed a car at a church Monday was likely the result of a rodent's nest in the vehicle's engine compartment, police said.

County ceremony will honor veterans Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:08:45 -0500
MOUNT HOLLY - Burlington County will honor its military veterans during a special ceremony June 11 at the Human Services Facility in Westampton.

County to hand out military service medals Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:00:23 -0500
MOUNT HOLLY - Burlington County will honor its military veterans during a special ceremony June 11 at the Human Services Facility in Westampton.

Game-time weather Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:33:46 -0500

2 global positioning systems stolen in Moorestown Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:31:11 -0500
MOORESTOWN - Global positioning systems have been reported stolen from two vehicles, police said.

Medford police: Car fire likely caused by nest near engine Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:37:14 -0500
MEDFORD - A fire that engulfed a car at a church yesterday was likely the result of a rodent's nest in the vehicle's engine compartment, police said.

BCT looking to interview Dix, McGuire residents Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:08:31 -0500

Today's meeting schedule Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:57:25 -0500

Pemberton Twp. woman charged again in sex case Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:40:39 -0500
MOUNT HOLLY - A Pemberton Township woman charged earlier this month with sexually assaulting three girls with her police officer ex-boyfriend is facing additional charges.

North Hanover lowers hike in mobile home fees Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:39:17 -0500
NORTH HANOVER - The Township Committee has decided to amend a proposed ordinance that would increase the monthly municipal service fee assessed to residents of mobile homes in the township.

Murphy, Manion back gas tax suspension Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:59:39 -0500
Local politicians want a gas tax holiday, but they can't agree on who's to blame for high gas prices.

Bucks water, sewer bills going up Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:58:39 -0500
It's not enough that gas prices are sky high and the housing market is in a slump. This summer, residents and municipalities served by Buck County's public water and sewer system will see bigger bills than usual.

Patrick Murphy and 'Oh, and his wife' Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:58:15 -0500
Jennifer Safford never planned to marry a politician.

Between a bridge and a hard place Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:57:50 -0500
A structurally deficient bridge along Headquarters Road has both PennDOT and local officials concerned over safety issues, but for different reasons.

Degraded alleys: Whose problem is it- Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:57:22 -0500
Quakertown's degraded alleyways, some riddled by potholes and chewed-up pavement, might stay that way.

School bond OK'd Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:50:06 -0500
UPPER MORELAND SCHOOLS - Waiting to approve the $24.5 million bond proved wise as the interest rate dropped considerably.

Board grants approval to club Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:48:37 -0500
Coyotes Show Club must operate under 34 conditions set by the township. The legal battle might not be over.

Illegal alien will be held for trial on sex assault charges Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:47:00 -0500
A man from Costa Rica accused of having sex with a 15-year-old Horsham girl learned today his case will be going to county court.

Volunteers sought to prepare care packages Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:45:10 -0500
Soldiers for Hope has shipped 18,000 packages to military personnel.

Trading Post fire not suspicious Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:43:30 -0500
PLUMSTEAD - Investigators found nothing suspicious about the fire that destroyed several businesses in Point Pleasant more than two weeks ago, although exactly what started the blaze behind the F.P. Kolbe gift shop along River Road is unknown.

Arson charges headed to court Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:39:49 -0500
A former Bensalem man accused of blowing up his home for the insurance money waived his right to a preliminary hearing Tuesday. The case against Robert Shecter, 73, Trumbauersville, is heading to trial in Doylestown next month.

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