Jogger Fights Back Against Robber

June 10, 2016, 2:46 am

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A woman fought off a man trying to rob her while she jogged near a South Jersey high school Thursday evening.

Galloway Township Police rushed to the area of Wrangleboro Road and High School Drive – that’s a short distance from Absegami High School – around 5:45 after receiving a 911 call about an attack on a woman jogging in the area.

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The jogger – a 26-year-old from Galloway – was jogging when a man attacked her from behind and tried to grab her cellphone, said police. The woman fought off her attacker but in the process was thrown to the ground, causing minor injuries, said police.

Shortly after arriving, police located Tyrone Decker Jr. nearby. The 25-year-old Atlantic City resident matched the description of the woman’s attacker, said police.

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Police charged Decker with robbery and criminal mischief and a judge sent him to Atlantic County jail on $75,000 bail.

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June 10, 2016, 5:24 pm

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A man poured accelerants throughout his Delaware County home, ignited a flame then shot himself overnight, said police.

Firefighters entered Michael Schoen’s home along Granite Terrace near E Thomson Avenue around early Friday morning to find the 57-year-old man dead of an apparent gunshot wound in a second-floor bedroom, said Spring Police Chief Joseph Daly.

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Flames didn’t really reach the part of the home where firefighters found him, said Daly.

Investigators found gallons of flammable materials in multiple rooms in the home including the basement where it appeared the fire may have started.

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Police said Schoen drove a truck until her recently lost his job. Police had never really responded to any issues at the home outside of performing a well being check on Schoen last week where he spoke to an officer through the front door.

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Grundgetta, Kitten in Trash Bag, Recovering

June 10, 2016, 8:05 am

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As authorities continued to look for whoever , the Upper Providence Animal Center showed off Grundgetta as she recovered.

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Author's Historic Jersey Shore Home Gets Makeover

June 10, 2016, 7:03 am

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A historic New Jersey home where the author of "The Red Badge of Courage" once lived is poised to reopen following an eight-month and $120,000 renovation.

The Asbury Park Press reports renovations to the Stephen Crane House in Asbury Park are scheduled to be completed on Wednesday.

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The 138-year-old home has both national and state historic designations.

The Asbury Park Historical Society bought the property in October. It has since seen interior and exterior upgrades, including to its relatively untouched parlor, which has been completely replastered and will feature a 19th-century style wallpaper.

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The Victorian home also received fresh paint, roof repairs and electrical upgrades.

The historical society says the house will be refurbished and decorated after renovations are finished. It's expected to reopen later this month.

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New Jersey Family Jumps From Windows to Escape Blaze

June 10, 2016, 6:42 am

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Police are investigating what caused a house fire to start along Church Street in West Deptford, New Jersey late Thursday. The blaze forced three people to jump from windows in order to escape. Prosecutors are scheduled to return to the home to determine what caused the blaze.

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June 10, 2016, 9:56 am

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Relatives of Philadelphia boxing legend ”Smokin’ Joe” Frazier headed to Kentucky to return the favor that Muhammad Ali did upon their father’s death.

Jacquelyn Frazier-Lyde, the eldest daughter of the former heavyweight champion, paid respects to Ali at his funeral in Louisville Friday.

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Frazier-Lyde, affectionately nicknamed “Sister Smoke” by Ali, told NBC10 in Philadelphia she is emotional as she attends Ali’s funeral with her daughter, Sable.

Ali had been there for the Frazier family after Joe’s death in the fall of 2011. Ali even came to Philadelphia for his former rival’s funeral.

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Frazier and Ali fought three times, with Ali winning the final two epic battles. Ali’s daughter Layla also battled Frazier-Lyde in the ring.

Ali died last Friday at 74 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Friday's procession and memorial service follow a traditional Muslim funeral service held Thursday afternoon. The faithful traveled from all over the world to pay their respects.

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Frazier-Lyde, who goes by the name Jacqui, serves as a judge in Philadelphia.

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SEPTA Previews New Key Card Payment System

June 10, 2016, 7:55 am

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No more fumbling with tokens -- SEPTA is making it even easier to pay to ride. 

A Friday morning news conference previewed the launch of the SEPTA Key "Early Adopter" program beginning Monday. A demonstration of how riders can purchase key cards was included.

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The new system is a part of a SEPTA modernization project and the key card system will replace other outdated fare instruments, like tokens and paper tickets.

During the "Early Adopter" phase, SEPTA says up to 10,000 customers will have the chance to get a key card with the purchase of their weekly or monthly TransPass at select locations.

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People Forced Out During Overnight House Fires

June 10, 2016, 6:49 am

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Firefighters were called in to a house fire that began in Nicetown overnight. Four people were forced out as the blaze spread to the porches of nearby homes.

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One Dead After Late Night Shootout in Philadelphia

June 10, 2016, 6:56 am

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An overnight shootout in Hunting Park left one dead and another with a gunshot wound to the shoulder. Police say the two suspects were shooting at each other following an argument.

Philly Customs Find 4.9 Kilos of Cocaine in Woman's Drink Cans

June 10, 2016, 5:39 pm

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection detained an Upper Darby woman after finding $300,000 worth of cocaine in 10 cans of chocolate drink.

Tiwanda Rechele White-Pinkton, 38, arrived at Philadelphia International Airport on May 23 after a visit to Montego Bay in Jamaica, said Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in a news release Wednesday.

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Customs officers at first discovered a white powdery substance in two cans inside the Upper Darby, Pennsylvania woman’s luggage and testing revealed the substance to be cocaine, said CBP.

In total, officers found 4.9 kilograms (nearly 11 pounds) of cocaine concealed in the cans, said CBP.

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Pennsylvania State Police arrested White-Pinkton on drug dealing and criminal conspiracy charges.

"Transnational criminal organizations employ many unique concealment methods to smuggle their deadly drugs into the United States, and Customs and Border Protection officers must remain vigilant to stop these attempts," said Port of Philadelphia CBP director Susan Stranieri. "We’re hopeful that this arrest sends a strong message that CBP officers in Philadelphia remain committed to intercepting illicit narcotics before it can reach our communities."

Across the country, CBP officers seize around 9,000 pounds of narcotics daily.

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Looking for Workers for Center City Target Store

June 10, 2016, 8:01 am

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Target is holding a job fair for their new store opening in Center City, Vai Sikahema has the details..

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I-95 Road Rage Arrest

June 10, 2016, 8:11 am

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Anthony Thomas Gilbert was arrested for firing a shot at another driver on I-95, said Philadelphia Police.

Parked Cars Protecting Bikes

June 10, 2016, 8:36 am

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Philadelphia is using parked cars as a new "buffer" strategy to protect cyclists along Ryan Avenue.

Father's Day Gifts That Keep on Giving

June 10, 2016, 12:58 pm

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There are more subscription services that bring meals and products right to your door than ever before. Here are a few gift ideas that keep on giving long after Father's Day.

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Jitneys Roll Into Margate

June 10, 2016, 9:08 am

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Atlantic City's Jitney service is expanding its route just as the summer visitor season begins.

The bus service launched a trial Memorial Day weekend that brings the Jitney service past its usual final stop, then through Ventnor and into Margate. The trial runs through Labor Day weekend. 

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Both Atlantic City and Margate agree that the expansion will help reduce traffic and alleviate parking concerns, as well as reduce intoxicated driving. Local businesses will also benefit as people now have an efficient way to travel to the city. 

Rides will range from $3-$4 and multiple stops along Margate will be available. Depending on the success of the expansion, the service could be repeated on an annual basis. 

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Murder Charges in Montco McDonald's Drive-Thru Killing

June 10, 2016, 3:26 pm

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An argument inside a Montgomery County gas station ended with one man dead in an adjacent McDonald's drive-thru and another behind bars on murder charges.

The deadly incident played out late Tuesday night along W Main Street near U.S. Route 202 in Norristown, Pennsylvania.

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Marquis Johnson, 24, and Jonathan Walker, 22, got into an argument while inside a BP Gas Station. Moments later they both left the gas station and Walker opened fire 11 times, leaving Johnson dead of multiple gunshot wounds, said the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office.

Johnson's body wound up in the drive-thru lane of the fast-food restaurant.

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On Friday, DA Kevin Steele announced first-degree murder, third-degree murder and weapons charges. Walker was held without bail ahead of a June 23 preliminary hearing.

The McDonald's opened for business after police cleared the scene Wednesday morning.

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"The security and safety of our customers and employees is always our top priority," said McDonald’s owner/operator Jonathan Chong in a statement. "We’d like to thank the local police department and our employees who responded swiftly and professionally. Given this is an ongoing police investigation, please contact the local Norristown police department for questions regarding the incident."

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Senior Golf Legends Come to Montco

June 10, 2016, 10:17 am

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The PGA Tour's 2016 Constellation Senior Players Championship took over the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Whitemarsh Township this weekend. The event brings some of the best names in golf to Montgomery County.

Championship rounds continue through Sunday, with an award ceremony following the final shot on the 18th green. 

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Great names in golf are scheduled to attend the event. Bernhard Langer, two-time defending champion, has returned to try to become the tournament's first-ever three-time champion. Other players in attendance include Tom Watson, John Daly, Billy Andrade, Vijay Singh and Colin Montgomerie. 

Tickets are available on the PGA Tour's website and golf lovers of all ages are encouraged to come out and enjoy the event. 

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The event also helps benefit different charities throughout the Philadelphia area. The championship has generated more than $10 million for charity since 1992, according to The PGA.

Whitemarsh Township has advised residents to be aware of the high volume of traffic around the Philadelphia area.

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For more information as well as schedules and the leaderboard, you can visit the Constellation Senior Players Championship website. You can also watch the tournament on the NBC Golf channel. 

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Family Jumps to Escape Fire

June 10, 2016, 10:38 am

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Neighbors caught at least one man who jumped from a burning home along Church Street in West Deptford, New Jersey overnight. The fire didn't appear to be an arson and no word yet on what caused the blaze.

Cops Befriend Two Boys Who Lost Sister to SIDS

June 10, 2016, 1:48 pm

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Local cops tried to alleviate the pain of two young boys whose toddler sister died suddenly at their Bucks County home last week.

Hannah Moyer, a 13-month-old, died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome after she was found unresponsive June 2 in Perkasie Borough. Later that day, Officer Joseph Murray took Hannah’s brothers to the police department for a tour.

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Other borough officers showered 6-year-old Chase and 4-year-old Blake with attention.

“Most of the officers in the department have families, so this story hit us hard,” Officer Steven Hillias said.

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Officer Joseph Murray, who was the first to arrive at the Moyer home, eventually gave Chase a ride to his Kindergarten class.

As the police sirens wailed, Chase arrived to his class in unique fashion.

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The children’s mother, Tara Moyer, said the kindness has had a big effect on the boys.

"Now, Chase only listens when you call him Chief Chase,” she said. “He has always admired police officers.”

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Special Olympics Kick Off at University of Delaware

June 10, 2016, 3:45 pm

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Picture perfect weather came out just in time for the Special Olympics to kick off in Newark. Hundreds of athletes gathered at the University of Delaware to kick off the games. NBC10's Tim Furlong has more.