'Mix-Up' Frees Man Accused Of Hurting Infant: 5 Must-Read PA Stories

Good evening, Pennsylvania Patch readers! We've assembled some of the most share-worthy stories from the state for today, just for you.

Here are the top five stories from Pennsylvania:

1. A Bucks County police chief was fired Monday night, despite asking Borough Council to hold off their decision until he returned from his annual vacation. (Read more on Patch.)

2. Pick up the "Bananaphone," because beloved family entertainer Raffi is headed to Philadelphia for a performance next Mother's Day. Tickets go on sale Friday. (Read more on Patch.)

3. Police in England announced an arrest in the death of former Pittsburgh Penguins player Adam Johnson last month. Johnson died on Oct. 28 following an injury that occurred during a game between the Nottingham Panthers and the Sheffield Steelers. (Read more on Patch.)

4. A driver trying to escape from police rear-ended a tractor-trailer Monday night on Route 100, seriously injuring five people. Rescue crews had to extricate the occupants of a Kia, who were pinned inside the car, according to a report. (Read more on Patch.)

5. A Pennsylvania man accused of causing traumatic head injuries to a baby was mistakenly released from jail Tuesday, officials said. Another warrant has been issued for his arrest. (Read more on Patch.)