Crime & Safety
Trooper Accidentally Shot, Man Guilty of Biting Off Ear, $3 Cigarette Tax
Plus, a hearing has been scheduled for three Bucks County residents who allegedly beat a gay couple in Philadelphia.

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Pa. State Trooper, 26, Killed During Training Was ‘Well Liked’
Hearing Scheduled for Three Bucks Residents Who Allegedly Beat Gay Couple
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Former Sports Broadcaster Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges
SEPTA Avoids Regional Rail Strike This Month, Total Shutdown Possible in Feb.
Former Horsham Soccer Association Treasurer Pleads Guilty to Theft
Montco Prison Employee Fired For Inmate Escape, Six Others Disciplined
$2 Per Pack Cigarette Tax Now in Effect in Philly
Fitzpatrick, Strouse to Debate at Bucks County Community College
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