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The Main Line's Top Stories From Last Week

A teen was injured on train tracks; local man hit with child porn charges; a school gets a new assistant principal; Villanova dome nixed.

Did you miss the top stories from around the Main Line this week?

We have a round up of the stories your neighbors, friends, and family were reading throughout the week.


Teen In Critical Condition After Being Shocked On Lower Merion Train Tracks

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The boy was listed in critical condition Monday night after suffering a severe head laceration and burns to his feet and hands.

Child Porn Charges Filed Against Havertown Man: DA

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Thomas Tomeo Jr. was released when he posted 10 percent of $75,000 bail after authorities said he had more than 200 child porn images.

Villanova Sports Dome Shot Down By Radnor Zoning Board

The university sought a variance to the township's structure height ordinance, but the proposed dome's height nearly doubled the limit.

Philly Man Attacks Person At Berwyn SEPTA Bus Stop Monday: Police

The victim was waiting for a bus when a man attacked him. After the attack, the suspect got on a SEPTA bus and rode off, police said.

Haverford Middle School Names New Assistant Principal

Matthew Crater has been with the School District of Haverford Township since 2015 and will now help transition students to sixth grade.

Main Line Whole Foods Caught In Data Breach

The major grocery chain is urging customers to check their credit card statements for any suspicious activity after the data breach.

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