SEPTA Working To Get Service Back To Normal After Weekend Snowstorm
SEPTA is working on getting things rolling again following this weekend's massive snowstorm. Riders are still dealing with residual delays on their bus, trolley and rail lines.
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SEPTA is working on getting things rolling again following this weekend's massive snowstorm. Riders are still dealing with residual delays on their bus, trolley and rail lines.
Due to this weekend's snowstorm, Philadelphia School District officials have announced all schools within the district will be closed on Tuesday, January 26th.
Rail, light rail and Access Link services are operational Monday with the exception of the Gladstone Branch, where buses are running between Gladstone and Summit.
This storm was one that really brought our entire region, including the Jersey Shore, into play.
In response to the ongoing cleanup in the aftermath of the weekend winter storm, the Philadelphia Parking Authority was not enforcing meter and kiosk parking violations on Monday.
Authorities in eastern Pennsylvania say a man apparently trapped in his running car by a snowplow deluge died of carbon monoxide poisoning during the storm.
All speeds were restored to their usual posted limits on Sunday afternoon.
The comparisons of this weekend's winter storm are to Hurricane Sandy. Some leaders of shore towns say this storm did more harm. Governor Christie sees it another way.
Services resumed around 11 a.m. Sunday with some delays and detours as a result of the winter storm.
Wolf, in a press conference this morning to talk about the latest on the winter storm that pummeled our area, said it was the biggest storm this part of the country has ever had and it threw authorities for a loop from the very beginning.
Most major highways had been cleared by early Sunday, including the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike. But reduced speed limits were in place on most of those roadways.
Utility companies in New Jersey are reporting that more than 20,000 customers are without electricity one day after a powerful winter storm packing high wind and snow battered the state.
Our first major snow storm this season continues to bring in some impressive numbers both with snow totals and wind gusts.
Belmar officials say a Jersey Central Power and Light crew had to remove the mast of a sailboat that got caught in some power lines on Saturday.
Road conditions deteriorated rapidly overnight, and continued to worsen Saturday in most of Kent and New Castle Counties, officials said.
Mayor Suzanne Walters tells Eyewitness News, "It's pretty bad. The town is totally without power."
The following places are OPEN in Philadelphia during blizzard 2016, but please try to avoid driving.
The shore is dealing with extreme flooding as a winter storm barrels down on the region.
Post offices, mail delivery and mailbox collections are all closed and suspended for the day.
The winter storm that has dumped heavy snow and brought strong winds to the region has knocked out power to thousands of customers in southern New Jersey.
The snow is coming down hard and fast across the region tonight, including right here in Center City. About an hour ago, state of emergency kicked into effect here in Philadelphia.
Snow to continue heavy and steady overnight across the Delaware Valley. Winds speeds to increase dramatically by midnight with winds at 30 to 35 mph and gusts to 50 mph through tomorrow afternoon. Expect greatly reduced visibility, to near zero at times, due to blowing snow.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
The Salvation Army's trademark bell and iconic red kettle signal the ringing in of the holiday season and the joy of sharing.
There's a $20,000 reward for information after a man in his 30s was shot and killed in Kingsessing on Wednesday.
An officer is expected to be released from the hospital after they were injured in a hit-and-run crash with another car in Hunting Park early Saturday morning.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
The Salvation Army's trademark bell and iconic red kettle signal the ringing in of the holiday season and the joy of sharing.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
This weekend feels like fall, with blustery conditions, and a mix of sun and clouds.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
A man is recovering after he was shot in the left foot while riding a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday night, according to police.
Ahmed Muhumed took first place in the Philadelphia half marathon after never running one before, the frequent 5K and 10K runner said.
Don Bell will be inducted into the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia Hall of Fame and Pat Ciarrocchi has been named the 2024 Person of the Year.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Matvei Michkov scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Flyers overcame a two-goal deficit in the third period to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
A lawyer for former Temple basketball standout Hysier Miller says the 22-year-old sat for a long interview with the NCAA amid an investigation into unusual gambling activity.
The Philadelphia 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 113-98 win over the Brooklyn Nets in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia 76ers say center Joel Embiid is managing swelling in his left knee and will miss a second consecutive game Sunday.
The Philadelphia Phillies did not tender Austin Hays a contract on Friday, making the outfielder a free agent.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest of the NEXT Weather forecast.
'Tis the season for giving back to others and helping families in your local community. The Salvation Army kicked off its Red Kettle campaign this Saturday, making Christmas possible for many this holiday season. Aziza Shuler reports.
A South Jersey community comes together after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message. The act of hate in the historic town of Lawnside has triggered an outpouring of love and support. The community held a peace vigil on Saturday. Ryan Hughes reports.
A sorority at Dartmouth College and two members of a fraternity are facing charges related to the death of a student who drowned after attending an off-campus party this summer.
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