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Thousands of Hatboro-Horsham Residents Lose Verizon Service After Storms
Wires downed by overnight storms knocked out power at Verizon's facility on Moreland Avenue in Hatboro, and backup generators worked -- until about 6am.
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Wires downed by overnight storms knocked out power at Verizon's facility on Moreland Avenue in Hatboro, and backup generators worked -- until about 6am.
The Nutter administration is starting to enforce the laws against posting so-called "bandit signs" onto utility poles on street corners throughout Philadelphia.
Occupy Philadelphia's National Gathering joined with disgruntled unionized workers from Verizon to protest through Center City streets during rush hour.
If you're a Verizon Wireless customer, listen up. We've got some good news and some bad news. The good news, beginning today you can buy one plan and use it on all your devices. The bad news? As Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us, if you want an unlimited plan you may be out of luck.
The Carrier Compare app lets you see which carriers offer the best service for your iPhone in different locations.
The vote, backed by Councilman Jim Kenney, came despite a plea from Verizon that no hearing is needed.
The free app checks signal strength, download speed and Internet response time. Each test is recorded and sent back to their servers, and it's that crowdsourced info that shows you whether Verizon, Sprint, or AT&T works best.
Calling for the hearing is councilman Jim Kenney, who says he has information that Verizon is not honoring its Fios buildout plan agreed upon three years ago with City Council.
The plan offered by Republic Wireless costs $19 a month.
Chris analyzes the early missteps of Rick Perry's Presidential Campaign and Verizon's ad campaign against their striking workers. He also talks to Phillies Play-by-Play Announcer Tom McCarthy about the unveiling of the Harry Kalas Statue last night at Citizens Bank Park.
Chris responds to Warren Buffett's call for higher taxes on the rich. He talks to Conservative Columnist Mark Steyn about his new book, After America and to Christine O'Donnell about her new book, Trouble Maker.
Verizon has been granted an injunction to limit picketing by striking union workers in New Jersey.
The collective bargaining agreement between Verizon and its communications workers expired Saturday at midnight.
Chris analyzes the Standard and Poors downgrade of the U.S. credit rating with Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup and he talks to Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel about their big series against the Giants over the weekend.
Joseph James, the city's deputy chief information officer, has been fired for allegedly accepting gifts, meals, and $48,000 worth of items through a Verizon rewards program.
When it comes to his iPhone, Sam Rifkin has had some bad luck. And without insurance, that bad luck can be expensive.
The line began forming at 5 a.m. outside the Verizon store at 17th and Market.
From amber alerts on Facebook to a newspaper created exclusively for the iPad, Digital Journalist Nicole Brewer brings you today's Tech Wrap!
It was the announcement that many Verizon customers have been waiting for; word that the company will now begin selling the Apple iPhone.
Verizon Wireless is expected to announce today that it will soon offer the iPhone, breaking AT&T's four-year exclusive on the device.
From the end of an iPhone era to rumors of Facebook shutting down, here's your tech wrap for January 10, 2011!
It's a sign of the times: Verizon has gotten the okay to stop distributing the White Pages in Pennsylvania.
President Biden will be back in Pennsylvania Sunday for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg after canceling his planned speech at the National Education Association annual conference.
Sunday starts muggy with a slightly less humid afternoon in store. Then the week starts off hot and humid, and the remnants of Beryl could bring several days of rain to the region.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol and Judicial Center in Harrisburg were evacuated on Saturday, July 6 due to a bomb threat, according to a state spokesperson.
Philadelphia residents recount their experience in Jamaica during Hurricane Beryl.
Cheltenham Township police said a 2-year-old child's arm was amputated after a large tree branch fell while a group of kids were playing outside Saturday evening.
President Biden will be back in Pennsylvania Sunday for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg after canceling his planned speech at the National Education Association annual conference.
Sunday starts muggy with a slightly less humid afternoon in store. Then the week starts off hot and humid, and the remnants of Beryl could bring several days of rain to the region.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol and Judicial Center in Harrisburg were evacuated on Saturday, July 6 due to a bomb threat, according to a state spokesperson.
Philadelphia residents recount their experience in Jamaica during Hurricane Beryl.
Cheltenham Township police said a 2-year-old child's arm was amputated after a large tree branch fell while a group of kids were playing outside Saturday evening.
President Biden will be back in Pennsylvania Sunday for campaign events in Philadelphia and Harrisburg after canceling his planned speech at the National Education Association annual conference.
Sunday starts muggy with a slightly less humid afternoon in store. Then the week starts off hot and humid, and the remnants of Beryl could bring several days of rain to the region.
The Pennsylvania State Capitol and Judicial Center in Harrisburg were evacuated on Saturday, July 6 due to a bomb threat, according to a state spokesperson.
Philadelphia residents recount their experience in Jamaica during Hurricane Beryl.
Cheltenham Township police said a 2-year-old child's arm was amputated after a large tree branch fell while a group of kids were playing outside Saturday evening.
Sunday starts muggy with a slightly less humid afternoon in store. Then the week starts off hot and humid, and the remnants of Beryl could bring several days of rain to the region.
Certified lifeguards with the Brigantine Beach Patrol are preparing rookies for if they ever have to save someone who is stranded at sea.
Today's dangerous hot weather around the Philadelphia region has triggered an Excessive Heat Warning, which is the highest level of heat alert
Often parents and caregivers are on autopilot and sometimes a slight change in the drop-off routine can lead to the unthinkable.
A Brigantine man is on a mission to keep the city's beaches and streets clean of trash, but to accomplish his goal, he first needed to figure out a way to get people's attention.
Sunday starts muggy with a slightly less humid afternoon in store. Then the week starts off hot and humid, and the remnants of Beryl could bring several days of rain to the region.
Today's dangerous hot weather around the Philadelphia region has triggered an Excessive Heat Warning, which is the highest level of heat alert
Often parents and caregivers are on autopilot and sometimes a slight change in the drop-off routine can lead to the unthinkable.
Much of the Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory Friday, with hot and humid conditions expected.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Diamond Shruumz-brand cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide now linked to 48 illnesses in 24 states.
While some local businesses and regional chains have altered their hours for the Fourth of July, many will remain open. Here's a look at what's open and closed across the Delaware Valley.
Atlantic City, New Jersey, leaders and business owners are preparing for an influx of people for the Fourth of July holiday.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
Record numbers of travelers are expected to hit the road for the 4th of July this week. Many are headed to Jersey Shore destinations like Margate.
Three people were killed after a small bus rear-ended a truck and caught fire on the Route 1 Media Bypass in Delaware County on Tuesday.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
The Philadelphia 76ers continued to build around their star trio of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George with the addition of free-agent postseason star Caleb Martin.
Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson died early Saturday morning in a car accident in Maryland.
The Warriors were in the market for another dependable perimeter threat following the loss of Klay Thompson, who agreed to join the Mavericks.
The struggling Chicago Cubs pounded the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies 10-2 to avoid a three-game sweep on Thursday.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
Judy Belushi Pisano, actress and producer who worked in "The Blues Brothers" and "National Lampoon's Animal House" and was also the widow of comedian John Belushi, has died.
Prince died of an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2016. He had no will, and his six siblings inherited equal interests in the estate.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph is riding out Hurricane Beryl in Jamaica as the major Category 4 storm barrels toward the Caribbean island Wednesday.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Sunday will still be warm with temperatures in the upper 90s, but it'll feel slightly less humid. The heat and humidity ramp back up on Monday, and remnants from Tropical Storm Beryl could bring some heavy rain to the region later in the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has your forecast.
Unsettled weather will likely stay through at least the start of next weekend. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Philadelphia residents recount their experience in Jamaica during Hurricane Beryl.
Aside from being an island, Brigantine has so many unique features that set it apart from other beach towns in South Jersey. Check it out!
Saturday's dangerous hot weather around the Philadelphia region has triggered an Excessive Heat Warning, which is the highest level of heat alert for all areas adjacent to the I-95 corridor and eastward. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has your evening forecast for the Philadelphia area and the latest on Tropical Storm Beryl.