Murderer's Escape Route From Prison Revealed: 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. In its annual ranking of NFL team valuations, Forbes noted that the Pittsburgh Steelers have experienced a significant increase in value. Compared to their NFL North rivals, the Steelers are tied with the Baltimore Ravens in value and are one spot ahead of the Cleveland Browns. (Read more on Patch.)

2. The local fire marshal is investigating a blaze early Tuesday morning that damaged the back of a Bensalem Township home. Crews were able to knock down the fire quickly before it spread to the rest of the home. (Read more on Patch.)

3. A Bucks County man faces arson charges for setting a pickup truck on fire at a used car dealership in New Jersey, said officials. Eight other vehicles parked in the vicinity of the pickup truck were also damaged by fire, authorities said. (Read more on Patch.)

4. Three Philadelphia Eagles players will again be crooning Christmas classics, and a few new songs too. Jason Kelce, Lane Johnson, and Jordan Mailata are partnering with Philly music legends to release their second holiday album, "A Philly Special Christmas Special." (Read more on Patch.)

5. Several schools in Chester County were closed Tuesday, after an escaped killer slipped through a police perimeter and was spotted by trail cameras on Longwood Gardens property on Monday.A report Tuesday said he escaped from Chester County Prison by climbing on the roof of the jail’s exercise room. (Read more on Patch.)