Teen With School's Highest SAT Score Dies In Shooting: PA Top Stories

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Teen With School's Highest SAT Score Killed In Shooting

A standout student-athlete at a Philadelphia High School was fatally shot Tuesday morning, according to reports. The boy was leaving for school with his mother. (Read More)

This Bucks Co. Town 'A Rival To The Hamptons,' NY Times Says In New Piece

New Hope has made just about every list out there from “Most Charming” to “Best Historic Downtown” to “Most Unique To Visit.” Now the New York Times is calling New Hope and Bucks County “A Rival To The Hamptons.” (Read More)

Man Looking At Cell Phone Caused Fatal Crash In Marple: State Police

A driver looking at his cell phone caused a deadly two-vehicle crash at the Interstate 476 northbound entrance ramp in Marple Township last week, State Police said. (Read More)

West Chester Man Who Raped Child Sentenced To 40 To 80 Years In Prison: DA

A West Chester man who was convicted a raping a young girl over nearly a decade has been sentenced to 40 to 80 years behind bars, a judge ruled recently. (Read More)

Next Amphibious Transport Ship To Bear Name Of Bucks County Hero

The next San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock (LPD 33) will bear the name USS Travis Manion honoring Bucks County hero, 1st Lieutenant Travis Manion, who died while serving his country in 2007. (Read More)

Rocky, Beloved Elmwood Zoo Snake, Dies

Rocky, Elmwood Park Zoo's beloved boa constrictor, has died after battling a long illness, the zoo announced Tuesday. He lived to the age of 18 despite battling serious health issues. (Read More)