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Illegal killing of black bear in Fayette County under investigation
The Game Commission says the bear was found in Stewart Township on Saturday.
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The Game Commission says the bear was found in Stewart Township on Saturday.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission said its computers crashed because too many hunters tried to get too many doe tags too quickly.
The state's Fish and Game Council will decide whether to resume the hunt and curb the growing bear population.
DEP figures show that just over two-fifths of the bears killed over eight years came from state lands. Nearly 45 percent were hunted on private property.
For the first time in nearly five decades, a small group of hunters in North Carolina will be able to hunt alligators this year.
Officials have decided to extend New Jersey's bear hunt because this year's harvest has fallen short.
Hunters in Pennsylvania may soon be able to use semi-automatic rifles when stalking their prey.
Hunters have killed a record 607 bears in New Jersey.
Rich discussed Donald Trump being compared to Adolf Hitler, Donald Trump calling Mayor Nutter a 'low life' and the hunting nun. He also discussed the latest news regarding the Benghazi emails, Barbara Walters asking Trump if he is a bigot and college students demand the renaming of a building. Rich spoke with Mark Krikorian, the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, regarding his latest article at 4pm.
Whether you hike, hunt or boat, the Theodolite app can come in handy, helping you get your location and bearings so you can return at another time.
The bag limit for the birds is 25 per day, but four of the hunters each took at least 48 more than they were allowed that day and have been fined $10,400 each.
The state's Board of Game Commissioners said Wednesday it removed the proposal from its January meeting agenda after receiving hundreds of public comments.
The last of New Jersey's five state-sponsored bear hunts began Monday, as wildlife officials and opponents of the hunt sparred over whether the hunt has been effective and should be renewed.
The ban had been in place since last week due to the ongoing manhunt for police ambush suspect Eric Frein, who shot and killed State Police Cpl. Bryon Dickson II on Sept. 12th.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission issued the ban on Wednesday, one day after state police revealed that two pipe bombs were found in the woods where 31-year-old Eric Frein is believed to be hiding.
The family of a 6-day-old Pennsylvania boy who was wounded by a hunter's stray bullet says the infant is expected to survive, but will be blind.
How could someone even possibly face animal cruelty charges if there's nothing illegal about killing the animal?
The sponsor of the bills says the legislation is prompted by sportsmen in Massachusetts who expressed concerns about drones being used to videotape legal hunting and fishing.
It's well known that Trent Cole likes to hunt. Not just quarterbacks, but wildlife.
New Jersey State Police say they are now "exploring other investigative leads" in locating an elderly man who went missing while hunting at a park in southern New Jersey last week.
Escape the sweat and grime of the city by traveling to a green, lush New York State Park this summer.
Sportsmen and farmers are facing off over a proposal to allow Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania.
South Jersey farmers are looking for a little help in controlling the Canada goose population devouring their crops.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Commission says pesky porcupines can be hunted, giving its approval for a nearly six-month hunting season.
Officials at Valley Forge National Park say they will begin shooting deer at the park next month in an effort to thin the herd.
Three men were killed in a crash early Sunday morning in Millville, New Jersey, police said.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to host an "economic and energy event" in York, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
Guerschon Yabusele, who led France to the gold medal game in the Paris Olympics, will sign with the Sixers, a source said.
Rounds of severe storms, packed with heavy downpours, flash floods and damaging winds, are impacting the Delaware Valley and Jersey Shore Sunday.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
Three men were killed in a crash early Sunday morning in Millville, New Jersey, police said.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to host an "economic and energy event" in York, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
Rounds of severe storms, packed with heavy downpours, flash floods and damaging winds, are impacting the Delaware Valley and Jersey Shore Sunday.
Three men are wanted after robbing a grocery store in Northeast Philadelphia Saturday night of a "considerable amount" of money, according to police.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for an unknown amount of time.
Rounds of severe storms, packed with heavy downpours, flash floods and damaging winds, are impacting the Delaware Valley and Jersey Shore Sunday.
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
Even though Hurricane Ernesto is still hundreds of miles away, the Ventnor City Beach Patrol anticipates swimming will be restricted to waist-deep water this weekend, if allowed at all.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
We will see some rain Saturday around the Philadelphia region, but the bigger concern is Sunday, a NEXT Weather Alert Day.
It'll be warmer in the Delaware Valley today and Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s. Humidity and the chance for storms will ramp up heading into the weekend.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will once again be filled with sunny skies, comfortable temps and low humidity.
Team USA dominated the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of 126 medals, and the efforts of athletes from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were crucial to this success. Here's a recap of how these local stars made their mark.
A Newark, Delaware, apartment building was evacuated after a large fire broke out Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said.
The CDC said the outbreak is linked to turtles with shells less than four inches in length.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
On Saturday, former President Donald Trump again sought to deliver a campaign message focused on the economy in Wilkes-Barre.
Wawa broke ground in West Virginia, moving into an area where rival Sheetz already operates dozens of stores.
Carter Melons sells mouth-watering watermelons with red, yellow and orange flesh, and the business is a family operation dating back seven decades.
The decades-long Atlantic City Airshow tradition was canceled last month and now local businesses are feeling the pain.
Videoboards are being added to the stadium among other improvement projects.
The man who died in the crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia was the passenger of an Uber that made an illegal turn, police said.
SEPTA Regional Rail trains were delayed Thursday night because of power loss near 30th Street Station, the agency said.
Work is underway for Phase 1 of the 14-mile, multi-year plan spanning from West Chester Pike to Interstate 95 in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
The Noble Street Bridge in Philadelphia is closed indefinitely because of problems with the support beams, officials said.
SEPTA says parking fees will return in a phased approach beginning on Monday, Sept. 23, and daily parking rates will increase.
Keibert Ruiz homered for the third time in four games, Alex Call and James Wood also went deep and the Washington Nationals snapped a four-game skid and avoided a series sweep with a 6-4 win over the NL-leading Philadelphia Phillies.
Council Rock Newtown's next game in the Little League World Series will be on Tuesday night.
Guerschon Yabusele, who led France to the gold medal game in the Paris Olympics, will sign with the Sixers, a source said.
Excitement filled the room at the Green Parrot as fans watched Council Rock Newtown notch their first 5-0 victory over Salem Little League in the Little League World Series.
Sánchez pitched his second complete game of the season, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Washington Nationals 5-1 on Saturday night.
John Aprea landed his first break in the 1967 Steve McQueen classic "Bullitt" before landing the role of young Salvatore "Sal" Tessio in "The Godfather Part II."
There were 37 bids for the iconic hat won by Harrison Ford, who played the intrepid archaeologist, Indiana Jones, according to the auction house Propstore.
A new movie called "Yall Drawn" is a mix of comedy and exaggerated reality that highlights Philadelphia's vibrant culture while casting a shadow on the senseless violence involving young people.
Looking for live music or craving a comedy show? No need to look any further. The Philadelphia area is filled with star-studded performances, festivals, and sports games you won't want to miss!
"Happy Gilmore 2" is holding an open casting call for New Jersey "locals." Here's your chance to be an extra.
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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.
Bill Kelly has your latest weather forecast for Philadelphia as most of the region is under a severe thunderstorm watch.
The Middle Thorofare Bridge/Two Mile Bridge, which connects Wildwood Crest and Diamond Beach to Cape May, New Jersey, will be closed for the foreseeable future.
Friends, former coaches and family members gathered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Sunday to watch and celebrate Council Rock Newtown as the team played in the Little League World Series.
An investigation is underway after a grocery store in Philadelphia's Mayfair section was robbed by three men armed with guns Saturday night, police said.
Does your dog jump up on you as soon as you walk through the door? According to Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson, that behavior is a sign of excitement. But if you don't want your dog to constantly jump up, she shares some tips to help break the habit.