Sunday, May 19, 2013
This week's stories include a man who stole $400 in baby formula before fleeing in a Cadillac, a booking agent who allegedly stole various condiments, and vandalism on Serenity Street.
Man Steals $400 in Baby Formula, Flees in Cadillac, Police Say: According to a report in the Norristown Patch, police are searching for a man who allegedly stole $400 in Gerber Good Start baby formula from the local Thriftway. After making his way out of the store without paying, he jumped into a Cadillac and fled the scene, the report states. Read the full story here. Alleged Condiment Crook Nabbed by Police: According to a report in the Lansdale Patch, a booking agent in a three-piece suit was arrested after he allegedly stole condiments from a nearby diner. Among the reported items were Worcestershire sauce, ketchup and creamer. The man allegedly told police "I'm a chef. I need this stuff." Read the full story here. Sixteen Vehicles …
Professional organizer to host a free workshop in Montgomeryville.
Spring cleaning and wish you could manage the clutter? Impact Thrift Stores in Montgomeryville is hosting a free workshop on eliminating clutter in your home. The workshop by Audrey Cupo, a professional organizer, will last an hour on June 8 beginning at noon. Learn more about the workshop and how to RSVP here.
A list of eight best-paying summer jobs. Provided by Jobs at AOL.
It isn't always easy, but if you have the right tools in your hand, you can find a decent seasonal job. Those looking for some summer work are in lucky. Patch has the perfect tool, and of course information, to help you land that sweet summer gig. The following story was provided by AOLJobs.com By David Schepp Getting a summer job is a rite of passage for many young people. In addition to earning wages to help pay for tuition or make car payments, it's where many first-time employees learn the fundamentals of work -- showing up on time, teamwork, communicating effectively, managing workloads and more. But summer jobs can also be fun, giving teenagers an opportunity to bond and hang out with a group of people beyond their schools and …
Free, June1 event to include guided hikes, conservation and health programs, and educational clinics.
Valley Forge National Historical Park will host a Trails Fair in celebration of American Hiking Society’s 21st annual National Trails Day. The event will be held at the Betzwood Picnic Area from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 1. This annual event is a long-standing celebration of America's magnificent trail systems and its countless supporters and volunteers. National Trails Day is celebrated in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. This special day is an open invitation to all Americans to get outside and connect with local hiking clubs, community groups, and state and national parks. Free programs at Valley Forge will include guided hikes focusing on nature and history. Environmental organizations and conservation, health, and trails groups will …
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This year marks the first year for the Lansdale Farmers' Market as a nonprofit entity. The market is every Saturday on Railroad Avenue in Lansdale.
The 2013 season of the nonprofit Lansdale Farmers' Market began on Saturday, and the morning hours brought out shoppers en masse. This is the first season for the farmers' market as a nonprofit entity. Read more about that here. What was your favorite vendor at the market? Check out our photo gallery and Patch Clip for more.
A man in a suit was seen by eyewitnesses being arrested Saturday afternoon in front of Lansdale Music Factory. In his alleged possession were various condiments, jars and glasses.
Lansdale Police officers detained and arrested a man Saturday afternoon for allegedly stealing condiments and glasses from a Lansdale business. The man was a bald white man in his 30s or 40s, wearing a suit, according to eyewitness photographs. Police found a bag on the man, which contained items like Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, creamer, jars, glasses and the like, according to eyewitness reports. An employee of Lansdale Music Factory said the man tried to book a hip hop jazz group at the music venue. Upon saying goodbye, the man was arrested for the alleged theft by police, according to eyewitnesses. Witnesses reported the man stole the items from West Main Diner. "I'm a chef. I need this stuff" is a statement the man allegedly made to…
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Lansdale Farmers' Market begins Saturday. In its fifth year, the market has something to celebrate: its new nonprofit status. It also welcomes a new market manager and more vendors for the 2013 season through Nov. 2.
The Lansdale Farmers' Market, in many ways, is just like the crops its vendors sell from their stands and trucks each season. It began with a seed. In this case, an idea was planted in Lansdale Borough by a group of neighborhood residents, councilmembers and businessowners, such as Tabora Farms owner Caleb Torrice, Renew Community Church Pastor J.R. Briggs and Molly Whetstone. In five years, the idea grew into a strong group of volunteers and fiscal agents. It branched off to influence vendors from Telford, Doylestown and beyond. The market lived and thrived and survived due to Saturday shoppers on Railroad Avenue. Now, the Lansdale Farmers' Market enters the 2013 season Saturday with its roots firmly planted in the ground—it has received…
The Historical Society of Montgomery County’s annual Memorial Day Observance will take place on May 25.
The public is invited to the annual Memorial Day Observance, taking place at the historic Montgomery Cemetery, located at One Hartranft Ave. in West Norriton. The Montgomery County Historical Society organizes the annual observance, which will begin at 11 a.m. The event will feature wreath lying, military reenactors, as well as other ceremonial observances. After the ceremony, light refreshments will be served at around 1 p.m. Other activities of the Memorial Day observance will include walking to certain gravesites. The event is free and open to the public. Visitors should meet at the Aderman Gatehouse at the cemetery by 11 a.m. As listed in the Norristown Patch directory, Montgomery Cemetery is a historic formal garden-type cemetery …
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Stormy weather, Dorney Park fireworks and police officer who shot bystander testifies also make headlines.
Prince Harry, on a U.S. tour, spent about 15 minutes on the lot of a Radnor family's summer home in Mantoloking, which was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Several people standing outside of the Square One Exxon market on W. Broad Street in Bethlehem saw something in the sky that was difficult to explain. It was March 3 at about 8:50 p.m. and the witnesses were looking toward South Mountain when they spotted about 100 objects floating west to east, according to Dan Medleycott, a senior field investigator and a state section director for the Mutual UFO Network in Pennsylvania. The trendy clothing retailer will pay a reported $7.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit, which originated after a manager from King of Prussia was fired for being…
Darren Daulton will appear at the store's grand opening event at Airport Square Shopping Center Saturday.
Sports Authority has moved from Water Tower Square in Montgomery Township up the street to Airport Square Shopping Center at the old Borders location. The sporting goods store celebrates its new store with a grand opening today, featuring events, prizes and former Phillies catcher Darren “Dutch” Daulton. The first 250 customers at Sports Authority today, starting at 8 a.m., will be awarded scratch-off “Mystery Bucks” ranging from $5 to $500 in value. There will be hourly $100 gift card drawings from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daulton will appear from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the store. Furthermore, customers will be able to enter for a chance to win a $500 Sports Authority shopping spree. Sports Authority at 801 Bethlehem Pike is open Monday to …
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3:23 pm on Sunday, May 19, 2013
@the truth- I don't think he's related to anyone. He could be friends with someone? They just keep saying they aren't reporting it because he hasn't been charged yet but this idiot in the article hadnt technically been charged yet either. I saw this man be put in the cop car he told me they photographed him, printed him, took his gun and will send him a summons. Weather he's charged or not it … more ›