Cinnaminson, NJ|News|
1 Killed, 2 Injured In Crash On Route 206 In Burlington County
The three-car crash occurred shortly after 5:10 a.m. Thursday in Southampton Township, New Jersey State Police said.
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Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
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I'm a national breaking news editor covering and providing support in several states, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York City, Massachusetts, Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. I re-joined Patch in 2019 as a roving editor before moving to the national desk in January 2020. This is my second stint with the company — I launched and managed Ankeny Patch in Iowa from 2011 to 2013.
Before returning to Patch, I spent four years assisting with marketing and communications for a nonprofit that provided services to people with disabilities. I also spent time as a reporter at the Des Moines Business Record, served as editor of the Britt News-Tribune in Iowa, and started my career as a journalist at the Jackson County Chronicle in Wisconsin.
Reach me at megan.verhelst@patch.com.
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Across Pennsylvania, PA|News|
Sen. Fetterman Hospitalized After Incident Near PA Home
The incident happened just days after he broke ranks with his fellow Democrats and voted on legislation that would reopen the government.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
These Are VA's Safest Hospitals, New Ranking Says
A new hospital safety report from Leapfrog grades all general hospitals in the United States in terms of safety. See VA hospital grades.
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Bel Air, MD|News|
13 MD Hospitals Earn 'A' Grade In New Safety Ranking
A new hospital safety report from Leapfrog grades all general hospitals in the United States in terms of safety. See MD hospital grades.
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Westminster, MD|News|
Chick-Fil-A To Test New Menu Item In Maryland
The testing announcement came shortly before the Georgia-based chain rolled out its holiday menu for 2025.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
House Votes To End Shutdown: See How VA Delegation Voted
The House narrowly passed the spending package to reopen the government in a 222-209 vote.
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Annapolis, MD|News|
Giant Joro Spider In MD: Residents Urged To Report Sightings
The giant Joro spider, a Post-It Note-sized, flying arachnid, was first seen in MD in 2022. A professor wants residents to help track it.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Baltimore Cop Indicted For Attempted Murder After Viral Chase Video
The officer faces several other charges following the Oct. 28 incident, including assault, reckless driving and misconduct in office.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Teens Take Parents' Car For Joyride, Crash Into South Jersey Home: Police
Police said the two girls took their parents' car and later crashed into a South Jersey home.
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Philadelphia, PA|News|
Beloved Philadelphia News Anchor To Retire After 4 Decades On Air
The 15-time Emmy Award winner made the announcement during a Wednesday morning newscast.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Northern Lights In VA: Powerful Solar Storm Peaks Wednesday For Another Chance To See
After Tuesday’s impressive display, the northern lights could be seen again in Virginia on Wednesday.
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Bel Air, MD|News|
Northern Lights In MD: Powerful Solar Storm Peaks Wednesday For Another Chance To See
After Tuesday’s impressive display, the northern lights could be seen again in Maryland on Wednesday.
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Annapolis, MD|News|
Nearly A Dozen Marylanders Cited For Black Bear Hunting Violations
Maryland hunters harvested 89 black bears during this year's hunt, fewer than the five-year annual average, state officials said.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Flight Cancellations Disrupting Travel In MD With No Relief In Sight
Dozens of additional flights were canceled on Tuesday to scale back demands on the nation’s aviation system. See the MD, NoVA impact.
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Silver Spring, MD|News|
Man Arrested, Charged In Triple Stabbing In Montgomery County
The 30-year-old man was arrested in Virginia and charged with three counts of first-degree assault, police said.
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Germantown, MD|News|
Man Charged With Murder After Woman Fatally Shot At Germantown Park
The shooting claimed the life of a 34-year-old Germantown woman, according to police.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Man Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Girl In Prince William County
Police took the man into custody after he was found at an abandoned home in Nokesville.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Man Fires Shots At ICE Agents In Chicago Before Fleeing: Officials
Officials said several others also threw a paint can and bricks at Border Patrol vehicles.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Major Fast Food Chain To Close Hundreds Of Locations: What To Know In GA
The decision comes a year after the company said it planned to close 140 "outdated" stores in underperforming areas.
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St. Pete, FL|News|
Major Fast Food Chain To Close Hundreds Of Locations: What To Know In FL
The decision comes a year after the company said it planned to close 140 "outdated" stores in underperforming areas.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff