See Roxborough, Manayunk's Top Stories From 2024

ROXBOROUGH-MANAYUNK, PA — As residents in and around Roxborough and Manayunk plan to ring in the new year, Patch is looking back on some of the biggest stories of the year.

Below are the stories you and your neighbors in Roxborough and Manayunk clicked on the most:

Murder Charge Filed In Fatal Roxborough Shooting: Police
Elijah Deloach, 18, of Elkins Park, was shot and killed by Kione Gary, 23, of Philadelphia, Tuesday night, Philadelphia Police said.

HBO's 'Task' Filming In Wissahickon Valley Park This Week
"Task" has filmed all over the region over the past several months, including in Chadds Ford, Ridley Township, Edgmont Township, Aston Township, Upper Chichester Township, Phoenixville Township, and Schuylkill Township.

3-Alarm Brush Fire Breaks Out In Roxborough: Philly Fire Department
The fire broke out at about 12:41 p.m. Oct. 14 in the area of Nixon Street and Port Royal Avenue.

$1.2 Million-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Roxborough
Commissary Food Market at 5255 Ridge Ave. recently sold a Ca$h Wanted game ticket that's good for nearly $1.2 million, officials said.

Falling Pole Kills Woman Walking On Roxborough High School Track
A 73-year-old woman died after a light pole at the Roxborough High School track fell on her Thursday morning, according to reports.

$1.58M Awarded To Projects In Roxborough, Manayunk
The funds will be used to help restore part of the Manayunk Towpath and for renovations at the Roxborough Home for Women.

Body Found In Schuylkill River Tuesday In Philadelphia: Reports
A man 25 to 30 years old was pulled from the river Tuesday morning, and authorities said he appeared to have been in the water for a while.

SEPTA Bus Slides Backward Down Manayunk Hill, Hits Hydrant: Report
A SEPTA bus trying to ascend one of Manayunk's many hilly streets Monday night slid backward and hit a fire hydrant.

$4,900 In High-End Purses Taken In Manayunk Commercial Burglary
Philadelphia Police said the man seen here broke into a clothing boutique on Main Street in Manayunk and took high-end purses.

Pizza Eating Contest Bringing Ranked Major League Eaters To Manayunk
The 2024 Benny's Invitational Pizza Eating Championship will task competitors with eating as many slices of the 28-inch Manayunk Mega Pies.