News 2008-08-07 Andanh.com

More assessment appeals sought Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:12:05 -0500
The fact that three times as many Bucks residents have sought appeals is further proof of the slumping housing market.

Developers charged with bribing Philly official Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:02:56 -0500
A federal grand jury Tuesday indicted two Philadelphia real estate developers who live in Northampton and Abington - and their Newtown Township attorney - on charges of fraud and bribery.

Commuters turn to mass transit Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:15:53 -0500
High gas prices bring a jump in ridership and, soon, more buses and trains.

Breast cancer rare but possible in young women Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:12:49 -0500
Young breast cancer patients such as Christina Applegate face challenges with diagnosis and treatment, advocates say.

Teacher's sentencing postponed Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:37:24 -0500
New notes have surfaced. Prosecutors say the anonymous letters, which say Susan Romanyszyn is innocent, are a hoax.

Council wants landfill changes Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:14:46 -0500
Tullytown council asked the Falls supervisors to join them and "deter the acceptance of low activity radioactive waste."

Lawmaker: Make casinos provide statements to gamblers Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:17:54 -0500
Paul Clymer, an Upper Bucks legislator said his bill would protect consumers.

County agency seeks senior citizen volunteers Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:14:14 -0500
Joanne Kozak has a message for baby boomers, specifically the Woodstock generation. "You thought you could change the world back then," she said. "Now, you still can."

Over 17 and raring to go Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:09:39 -0500
Some adults with muscular dystrophy are joining forces to provide more social outlets.

Audiobook voice wins Earphones award Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:09:01 -0500
This is the third major award for Nelson Runger, who has recorded more than 150 books.

Good news, sort of, on Hiroshima anniversary Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:19:23 -0500
On the 63rd anniversary of the A-bomb being dropped, there are more than 20,000 nuclear weapons in existence around the world. That number is down from 70,000 in 1986.

Perfect day for a haircut Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:18:21 -0500
MOORESTOWN - What started out looking like a wrestling match ended up being 100 haircuts on a summer afternoon.

County drug bust nets 12 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:17:20 -0500
MOUNT HOLLY - A six-month investigation into drug trafficking in Burlington County has led to 12 arrests and the seizure of nearly $200,000 in drugs and assets, authorities announced yesterday.

Man, 56, charged in scheme to kill wife Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:15:01 -0500
A North Hanover man has been charged in Ocean County with hiring someone to murder his estranged wife, authorities said.

Woman, 77, run over by her own vehicle Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:13:54 -0500
PEMBERTON TOWNSHIP - A 77-year-old woman was run over by her own vehicle Monday at a shopping center on Pemberton-Browns Mills Road, police said.

Brother-sister pair end long journey Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:09:41 -0500
After 55 days, close to 3,875 miles, and what could amount to a library's worth of travel stories, Kara and Dan Pigott were welcomed home Monday by 30 friends and family members with a celebration outside their house.

20 acres in M'town to remain open space Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:08:28 -0500
MOORESTOWN - Nearly 20 acres in the east end of the township will remain open space for good as a result of a deal between the Township Council and the owners of the land.

Virtua hospital unveils new cardiac lab Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:07:10 -0500
MOUNT HOLLY - A state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization laboratory was unveiled yesterday to more than 100 doctors, nurses and trustees at Virtua Memorial Hospital Burlington County.

Florence police seek man who robbed Sterling Bank Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:05:31 -0500
FLORENCE - Police are searching for a man who robbed a Sterling Bank branch on Broad Street yesterday.

Police seek attacker Wed, 06 Aug 2008 10:14:23 -0500
A 23-year-old man suffered brain contusions and other injuries following a late-night assault in Doylestown.

Assessment appeals on the rise Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:59:28 -0500
It may be further proof of the slumping housing market.

Firefighters hurt as truck tips over Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:13:48 -0500
Damage to the Plumsteadville truck will cost at least $30,000 to fix. The injuries were minor.

Teacher's sentencing delayed Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:12:09 -0500
Prosecutors described the anonymous letters, which say Susan Romanyszyn is innocent, as a hoax.

Beans gets OK to expand Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:11:32 -0500
The auto dealer plans to begin work on his newest facility in October.

Candidate enters 13th District race Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:11:00 -0500
John McDermott claims neither Democratic incumbent Allyson Schwartz nor Republican Marina Kats "represent the philosophy of district residents."

Officials OK new doughnut shop Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:10:23 -0500
A new drive-through Dunkin' Donuts on Route 663 near Weiss Road will be ready in about 10 weeks.

Center improvements planned Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:07:48 -0500
A developer wants to upgrade Pine Run Corners Shopping Center.

Habitat to convert factory space into condominiums Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:06:45 -0500
The Bucks County chapter wants the six units and all future building projects to be energy-efficient.

Supervisors want a broad view Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:03:34 -0500
Doylestown Township supervisors want to take a look at the big picture for an area near the Buckingham border where three building projects have been proposed.

Police reports for August 6th Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:00:04 -0500
Police: Woman left injured children in car

Woman charged in three-week crime spree Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:12:06 -0500
Two burglars responsible for a string of break-ins that resulted in about $3,000 in losses and damages to businesses in Uppers Bucks County are behind bars, state police in Dublin said Tuesday.

Wanted: Senior citizen volunteers Wed, 06 Aug 2008 10:58:53 -0500
A Bucks County agency is seeking to increase the size of its force.

2 face bribery charges Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:03:51 -0500
A federal grand jury Tuesday indicted two Philadelphia real estate developers who live in Northampton and Abington.

Hatfield edges Norchester in opener Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:36:04 -0500
Ace pitcher Kevin Christy went the distance on a two-hitter.

Nevatt grabs 36-hole lead Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:35:10 -0500
Linda Nevatt of Churchville has the Senior Division lead heading into the final round of the SkyCaddie LPGA Teaching and Club Professional National Championship.

Carroll going back to Spain Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:37:37 -0500
The Hatboro-Horsham and Saint Joseph's grad is ready for his third European season.

Ronca propels Delran to title Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:39:09 -0500
Jason Ronca struck out 10 batters last night in a four-hit shutout as Delran beat Cinnaminson 6-0 to win the Rancocas Valley League baseball title.

Christy goes the distance in Hatfield win Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:38:31 -0500
BOYERTOWN - It might have taken armed guards to keep Kevin Christy off the mound in the ninth inning.

Second and goal Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:32:49 -0500
Optimistic DelVal picked to finish just behind defending champ Widener in MAC poll

Kendrick tosses 6 scoreless to lift Phils over Fla Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:01:33 -0500
PHILADELPHIA - Kyle Kendrick pitched six scoreless innings, Ryan Howard homered and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Florida Marlins 5-0 on Wednesday night.

Man pleads guilty in Kutztown U. beating death Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:26 -0500
READING, Pa. - A man pleaded guilty Wednesday to third-degree murder in the beating death of a university student in Pennsylvania Dutch country last year.

US mayors want anti-crime help from next president Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:28 -0500
PHILADELPHIA - U.S. mayors and police chiefs said Wednesday they would call on the next president to revive fading federal support for local crime-fighting efforts.

W. Pa. senior home drenched by sprinkler mishap Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:05 -0500
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. - More than 90 residents of a western Pennsylvania assisted-living center are waiting for it to dry out enough so they can go home.

Pitt-Johnstown gets $4 million for nursing school Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:08 -0500
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. - The University of Pittsburgh's Johnstown campus has received $4 million from the state to build a facility for its nursing school.

Pittsburgh seeking cable TV competition for city Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:29 -0500
PITTSBURGH - Pittsburgh City Council wants to give residents a choice of cable television providers for the first time since the city began awarding franchise agreements for the service in 1980.

Authorities studying bones found in W. Pa. creek Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:29 -0500
OHIOVILLE, Pa. - Authorities are trying to determine if bones found in a creek near the Ohio border are animal or human.

Spots where I-80 tolls may be located are revealed Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:25 -0500
HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has whittled down its list of potential locations for nine toll collection sites along Interstate 80.

Pa. adds murder charge to trucker's alleged crimes Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:27 -0500
HARRISBURG, Pa. - A North Carolina trucker is facing a murder charge in Pennsylvania, the fourth violent crime against females he is accused of committing along the East Coast last summer.

FBI opens probe into Pittsburgh-area Taser death Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:29 -0500
SWISSVALE, Pa. - The FBI has opened a preliminary investigation into the case of a man who died after being subdued by police with a Taser.

Lawyer: Ex-convention center head to plead guilty Wed, 06 Aug 2008 23:30:28 -0500
DETROIT - The former head of Detroit's Cobo Center convention hall plans to plead guilty to a charge related to receiving nearly $100,000 from a contractor.

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