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Federal authorities in Philadelphia seized two shipments full of taxidermied birds and horned mammal skulls at the airport recently. Find the link to this story below, and catch up on the week's other top headlines across Pennsylvania.
Federal authorities in Philadelphia seized two shipments full of taxidermied birds and horned mammal skulls at the airport recently. Find the link to this story below, and catch up on the week's other top headlines across Pennsylvania. (U.S. Customs and Border Protection )

PENNSYLVANIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across Pennsylvania. Here's a roundup of some of the stories Patch readers were most interested in across the state. You can also find your local Patch, and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Principal Fired At Philly High School After Graduation Controversy

After 17-year-old Hafsah Abdul-Rahman did not get her diploma at graduation for doing the "griddy" dance, the school replaced its principal.

Charges Filed In Philadelphia Mass Shooting That Killed 5, Hurt 2

Authorities in Philadelphia have officially charged Kimbrady Carriker, 40, with murder and related crimes in connection with the incident.

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Pittsburgh Facing Major Traffic Headache This Weekend

A key Pittsburgh road will be closed for the entire weekend, PennDOT has announced.

Huge Pittsburgh Acrisure Stadium Concert Canceled

Tens of thousands of Beyonce fans were left disappointed, as the Pittsburgh venue will not host the superstar's upcoming Renaissance World Tour (the DJ booth might have needed to conduct more troubleshoot tests).

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Fireworks Spark Fire At Hatboro Little League Complex

Hatboro Little League officials said a neighbor called the Horsham Fire Department before further damage happened Tuesday night.

Horned Skulls, Taxidermied Birds Seized By Customs In Philadelphia

Federal authorities seized two shipments in May and June that contained six taxidermied birds and 20 horned skulls, officials said.

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