DA: 14-year-old charged in connection with fatal shooting of Philadelphia Parks and Rec employee

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FOX 2 - A verdict was reached in the gruesome rape and murder of a professional poker player who was burned alive in Waterford.On Friday the jury found convicted sex offender Jeffrey Morris guilty of killing Susie Zhao in 2020 and then dumping her in a secluded park. Morris, 60, faces life in prison when he's sentenced.She had been bound with zip-ties, sexually assaulted and set on fire -- before she died.Zhao, who was from Waterford Township, was a professional poker player and had been living in California.Her body was found in a parking lot in White Lake in July by two men passing by the area in a car.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs of India, Arindam Bagchi says that India is supportive of the IMF debt restructuring program, and pointed out that financing assurances from creditors to make Sri Lanka's debt sustainable would be required.Speaking on Sri Lanka's debt restructuring during the weekly briefing, the Spokesperson said that the High Commissioner attended an 'Ambassador's Forum' which was held under the Chairmanship of the President of Sri Lanka, and relevant authorities attended the subsequent virtual meeting. He emphasized that India is in touch with all the major stakeholders, and Bagchi said that he believes that all creditors may need to work together on the issue. 

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa says that President Ranil Wickremesinghe will continue to have the support of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna to move the country forward.The former President and former Prime Minister, attending a public meeting held in Kalutara, said that he believed that President Wickremesinghe has returned to a 'better path'.SLPP MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena organized the public rally under the theme, "Let's rise together from Kalutara", at his coordination office which was burned down previously.Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and many MPs of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna attended the event.The former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa speaking at the event said that despite Sri Lanka facing many challenges today, the party has the strength to overcome those challenges, and should go forward with programs that the people of the country needs. "I believe that the duty of a government is to understand the needs of the people and fulfill their needs. Therefore, we say that today we have taken steps to fulfill that role.

medical assistance in dying, commonly known as MAiD.It’s an unmistakable message from the government: if you want to end your life, we’ll help you.“If you call the number on the government website, they will provide doctors that will sign off for you,” says the 52-year-old resident of Windsor, Ont.“They can have me dead in 90 days. That’s what I was told.”Cowie certainly meets the medical criteria.“I have severe, severe asthma.

Two killed in triple shooting in Bucks County. BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. - A night out ended in tragedy for one Bucks County community after shots rang out just feet outside a neighborhood bar Friday night.Police responded to several calls for a shooting in the parking lot of Steam Pub on Second Street Pike in Upper Southampton around 11:30 p.m. The shooter was one of the callers, and remained on scene until police arrived, according to the DA's office.Two men were found dead on the scene.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Three teens found an easy vehicle to steal when they discovered an unlocked Maserati with the keys inside in a driveway in northeast Pinellas County early Sunday morning, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.One of the teens ended up dying after crashing the car, and another may not survive, Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri said during a press conference near the scene of the crash.Three boys, 15-year-old Keondrick Lang, Mario Bonilla, 15, and Malachi Daniels, 16, were checking door handles for unlocked cars in the neighborhood of 29th Street N and 58th Avenue N.

Emergency services attend the scene following an explosion in Creeslough, in the north west of Ireland on October 8, 2022. - At least nine people have been killed in an explosion at a petrol station in County Donegal in Ireland's northwest, police sa The death toll from a gas station explosion that shattered a small village in northwest Ireland rose to nine on Saturday, as emergency workers combed through piles of rubble for people who are still missing.Irish police said they did not expect to find any more survivors from Friday's explosion in Creeslough, County Donegal.

PHILADELPHIA - A months-long search for a 17-year-old girl wanted for the murder of a man, and the attempted murder of another teen has come to an end, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office.Jahme Barnes, 17, of Philadelphia, has been charged in connection to a deadly shooting that broke out near Grant Street and Union Alley in Pottstown on August 28, killing Dakari Rome and injuring a 17-year-old boy.Officials say they found blood stains and several shell casings inside an SUV where Barnes, both victims, co-defendant Kahseem Williams, who was arrested on September 1; and an unknown female were "hanging out" as the shooting unfolded.Messages on Williams' phone revealed a conversation between him and Rome, according to the DA's office:"Yo ask him to hold his gat (slang for gun) once he give it to you tell em he burnt (slang for cheated or deceived) we gon to go in a ride," Rome messaged Williams.Minutes later, Williams messaged Rome, "Tell em let you hold it while I drop him off up there once he do don’t give it back we go slide to citt."The injured 17-year-old reportedly told police he possessed a 9 mm Glock on the night of the murder. Officials say the teen handed the gun to Rome, who gave it Williams, who passed it onto Barnes, who then started playing with the gun and recording herself.Barnes then reportedly fired at the teen after pointing the gun at him, and asking "what else you got?"The bullet went through the teen's hand, and fatally into Rome's chest. The 17-year-old then fled the vehicle as Williams reportedly continued shooting at him. Barnes was arrested by U.S.

Justin Bieber is pulling the plug on the remaining shows of his Justice World Tour due to his health.A statement on the tour’s official Instagram account says all remaining dates of the tour, up to and including March 25, 2023, are postponed to next year.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's foreign reserves have risen to USD 1,777 million within September, from USD 1,717 in August.According to the data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, this is a 3.5% rise of reserves in the country.Sri Lanka currently have USD 1,682 million in foreign asset reserves within the country, and USD 25 million in gold assets.In June Sri Lanka’s reserves rose after five months, with the officials reserves increasing to USD 1,920 million. According to CBSL statistics, the official reserves have been on a steady decline since December 2021, when it was last estimated at USD 3,139 million.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – A suspect has been arrested in connection with a double murder in Katubedda.

PHILADELPHIA - That sprinkle of spring is gone as quick as it came!A cold front is dropped temperatures to fall weather once again, with high in the 50s and 60s for most of Saturday.The sun will be in the sky, making for a pleasant day despite the cooler temperatures. But you may want to turn the heat on once the sun goes down tonight! Temperatures are set to drop to the 40s and 30s across the Delaware Valley.That crisp fall air is here to stay for the weekend as Sunday sees another day of 60-degree weather and even more sun!___SATURDAY: Much cooler.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – An Extraordinary Gazette notification has been issued moving several functions under the Ministry of Irrigation to the State Minister of Irrigation.The gazette has been issued by the Minister of Irrigation Roshan Ranasinghe.Accordingly, the State Minister has been empowered to carry out water drainage and flood control through the flood control schemes, prevention of environmental pollution related to water sources such as rivers, streams and lakes and the power to implement the water disposal schemes.In addition, the State Minister is required to assist the Minister of Irrigation in all development projects under the Ministry of Irrigation, according to the relevant gazette notification.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Meteorology Department has issued an Amber alert with regard to severe lightning.Accordingly, thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in Uva, Eastern, Northern and North-central provinces. Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm may occur at some places in these areas.There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers, and general public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa says that President Ranil Wickremesinghe will continue to have the support of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna to move the country forward.The former President and former Prime Minister, attending a public meeting held in Kalutara, said that he believed that President Wickremesinghe has returned to a 'better path'.SLPP MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena organized the public rally under the theme, "Let's rise together from Kalutara", at his coordination office which was burned down previously.Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and many MPs of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna attended the event.The former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa speaking at the event said that despite Sri Lanka facing many challenges today, the party has the strength to overcome those challenges, and should go forward with programs that the people of the country needs. "I believe that the duty of a government is to understand the needs of the people and fulfill their needs. Therefore, we say that today we have taken steps to fulfill that role.

Four-alarm fire breaks out at Camden County apartment building. CAMDEN COUNTY, N.J. - Crews spent about five hours fighting a massive blaze that took over an apartment building in Camden County overnight.The four-alarm fire erupted on the 200 block of Branch Avenue in Pine Hill around 11 p.m.Officials say they arrived to heavy fire on balconies, which affected evacuation.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – All banks and the Colombo stock market will be closed next Monday (10) in lieu of the bank holiday on Saturday (9).This is due to the fact that a special bank holiday being declared on Monday, the 10th of October for the birthday of Holy Prophet, known as Mila-dn-nabi, which falls on Sunday (9).However, the Secretary of the Ministry of Public Administration Priyantha Mayadunne said that Monday is not a public holiday.

SAN JOSE, Calif. - The San Jose Fire Department has launched an investigation into a video posted to social media of a bikini-clad woman exiting a fire truck.The video shared on the San Jose Foos Instagram account Thursday night shows a fire truck with its lights flashing stopped outside the Pink Poodle strip club.A few seconds into the video, a woman wearing what appears to be a bikini gets out of the truck and walks toward the strip club.The San Jose Fire Department said it was aware of the "concerning" video and has started an investigation to determine the facts."If findings of an internal investigation reveal inappropriate behavior of any Department members, appropriate steps will be taken to address the matter," San José Fire Chief Robert Sapien, Jr. said in a statement.

With MediCheck solution, Max Life can access accurate customer medical records at the issuance stage, which will help minimize the chances of claim repudiation under medical grounds Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. has launched ‘MediCheck’, a real-time analytics solution that leverages a digitized health registry to detect inaccurate medical reports and to provide relative health scores of a customer.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Two people suspected to be involved in the murder of a father-son duo in Maharagama and Panadura areas have been arrested, 31 years after the crime was committed.The police said that a suspect, who was arrested in connection with the two murders, was remanded for up to 14 days after being produced before the Moratuwa Magistrate's Court.Another 55-year-old suspect identified as a resident of Molligoda, Wadduwa area was also arrested on Friday (7) in connection with the murders.The police said that the suspect had assaulted the son with a sharp weapon during a party and had then dumped the body at a swamp near the Bolgoda river.The father-son duo had been killed in 1991.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – An Iranian fishing vessel with around 200 kg of heroin worth over ₹ 1,200 crore has been seized in a joint operation by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and the Indian Navy, the NCB said on Friday (7).Sanjay Kumar Singh, Deputy Director General (operations) of the NCB, who met reporters, said the agency has arrested six Iran nationals and the boat, along with the heroin, was brought to Mattancherry wharf."The NCB has now seized the vessel and 200 kg of heroin. The six Iranian crew members have also been arrested under relevant sections of the NDPS Act, 1985," Singh said, adding that interrogation was on.He said the drug was found in 200 packets each of which has markings and packing specialties unique to Afghanistan- and Pakistan-based drug cartels."While some of the drug packets had 'Scorpion' seal markings, the others had 'dragon' seal markings.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Railway Department says that train delays may be experienced along the main line and coastal railway lines on Saturday (8).The Department said that a signal fault had caused the delay.Due to the delay, many trains scheduled to run will be delayed, the Railway Department added. Meanwhile, the Uttara Devi Inter-city Express Train which was scheduled to run from Kankasanturai to Colombo has derailed between Tambuttegama and Senarathgama.The Railway Control Room stated that due to this, trains plying the Northern railways line have been disrupted.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – MP Patali Champika Ranawaka, was appointed the National Council sub-committee chairman on identifying short-and medium-term programs related to economic stabilization.The first meeting of the said sub-committee was held yesterday (07) in Parliament. The name of Patali Champika Ranawaka for the post of Chairman was proposed by the Member of Parliament Vajira Abeywardena, which was seconded by Mano Ganesan and Naseer Ahmed.The committee members expressed their views on the measures that can be taken for the future economic security of the country, such as developing tea cultivation, increasing milk production, restructuring agriculture, fertilizer production, tourism industry, etc.The members also agreed to discuss with experts in various fields and submit a report to the National Council on the 20th that includes economic development proposals related to each field.Accordingly, the members agreed to call experts on foreign exchange issues, and debt restructuring, as well as officials from the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance before the committee on the 13th, to get their views.Also, it was decided to invite experts and relevant officials in the fields of food, health, transportation, energy, etc.. to the committee on the 14th to get their opinions and suggestions.The MPs also agreed to hold the next meeting of the National Council sub-committee on identifying short- and medium-term programs related to economic stabilization on the 19th.Minister Naseer Ahmed, State Ministers Sisira Jayakodi, and Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, and Members of Parliament Vajira Abeywardena, M.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Former Deputy Minister Eric Prasanna Weerawardena has joined the National People's Power.Earlier, he worked as the secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party Youth Front and is also the former organizer of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party in the Senkadagala seat.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – News has been published in certain print and social media in a misleading manner to the public stating that Wickramaratne Nandun Chinthaka alias ‘Harakkata’, a notorious drug kingpin was released by the Dubai Police on 03rd October 2022 due to the Defence Ministry’s delay in submitting the file from this country to the Dubai authorities regarding the criminal allegations levelled against him.The National Central Bureau (Sri Lanka Interpol) in Colombo which functions under purview of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) had been informed that the aforementioned individual has been arrested by the authorities of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on 19th August 2022 in response to a Red Notice alert issued by the National Central Bureau. Afterwards, the CID vide their letter number INT 281/21 dated 12th September 2022 had requested the Ministry of Defence to coordinate the extradition of aforementioned individual to Sri Lanka, around 3:00 p.m., same day.Thereafter, on 13th September 2022, in keeping with the instructions of the Secretary, Ministry of Defence, a letter prepared with regard to the above individual and related official documents were handed over to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) by the officers of the Defence Ministry’s Legal Division.Consequently, the MFA had requested instructions from the Attorney General's Department (AG) on 14th September 2022 in this regard which the Attorney General's Department responded on 26th September 2022.

Jason Kenney says he concerned about certain elements that appear to be taking over along the right of the political spectrum.Pointing to the works of traditional conservative philosopher Roger Scruton, Kenney said an important tenet of conservative politics is recognizing the “prosperous and free society” handed down by past generations and being a custodian for future generations.“Conservatism, therefore, means protecting what’s best about what we’ve inherited. Not being opposed to thoughtful reform, but being opposed to radical overnight change and the destruction of institutions,” Kenney told The West Block’s Mercedes Stephenson in an interview airing in full on Sunday..“And so some of what I see now, what I call ‘populism with a snarl,’ is not conservatism.

York Regional Police (YRP) announced they had arrested Andre Marcel Vautour, 47, of no fixed address, who was allegedly wanted in connection with a fraudulent romance scam investigation in Quebec.An online search in Quebec’s court system shows that Vautour is slated to appear in Drummondville, Que., on Monday, Oct. 11.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – An Iranian fishing vessel with around 200 kg of heroin worth over ₹ 1,200 crore has been seized in a joint operation by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and the Indian Navy, the NCB said on Friday (7).Sanjay Kumar Singh, Deputy Director General (operations) of the NCB, who met reporters, said the agency has arrested six Iran nationals and the boat, along with the heroin, was brought to Mattancherry wharf."The NCB has now seized the vessel and 200 kg of heroin. The six Iranian crew members have also been arrested under relevant sections of the NDPS Act, 1985," Singh said, adding that interrogation was on.He said the drug was found in 200 packets each of which has markings and packing specialties unique to Afghanistan- and Pakistan-based drug cartels."While some of the drug packets had 'Scorpion' seal markings, the others had 'dragon' seal markings.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The All Ceylon Poultry Traders Association said nearly 50% of farm owners have quit egg production.The Chairman of the All Ceylon Poultry Traders Association Ajith Gunasekara said the imposition of a control price for eggs and the shortage of animal feed was the main reason for this.He said that there may be a shortage of eggs during the upcoming festive season.

coronavirus infections.  The Union Home Ministry also informed that India's active Covid-19 cases have declined to 29,251 from 30,362. The ministry had informed that the active covid cases was at 32,282 on Thursday.  The last 24 hours saw a total of 2,66,839 Covid-19 tests being conducted.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Today is the 4th day of the 06th phase of the Gammadda door-to-door peoples campaign launched in search of the issues faced by the rural communities in the countryToday, the Gammadda teams will visit Jaffna, Matale, and Kalutara districts in search of issues faced by the people.The Gammadda door-to-door campaign is done in collaboration with the university of Peradeniya.

The study found an 84% increase in the relative incidence of cardiac-related death within 28 days following COVID vaccination COVID mRNA vaccines significantly increase the risk of cardiac-related death, especially in males aged 18 to 39. Speaking against their use, experts further advised that people with certain heart-related ailments should consult their physician before taking these jabs.  Florida Surgeon General Dr Joseph A Ladapo said, "Today, we released an analysis on COVID-19 mRNA vaccines the public needs to be aware of.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Department of Meteorology says that atmospheric conditions are favorable for evening thundershowers in Uva, Eastern, Northern and North-central provinces.Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Uva, Eastern, Northern, and North-central provinces during the evening or night. Fairly heavy showers above 75mm can be expected in some places.Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-western provinces and Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle, and Matara districts.The general public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.Condition of Rain:Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the sea area off the coast extending from Kankasanturai to Batticaloa via Trincomalee. Showers will occur at a few places in the other sea areas.Winds:Winds will be south-westerly and wind speed will be (20-30) kmph.Wind speed may increase up to 50 kmph at times in the sea areas off the coast extending from Matara to Pottuvil via Hambantota.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Medical Specialists of the Ministry of Health have written to the President not to reverse the proposal on reducing the retirement age in the public sector to 60 years.The Medical Specialists of the Ministry of Health feel that bringing down the retirement age of medical specialists to 60 years will not harm the health service or postgraduate medical education as claimed by the lobbying group that is against the move.They said that though around 250 medical specialists are expected to retire, a fair number of specialists will be available to replace them.This includes 200 specialists who recently returned after completing overseas training, 525 specialists due to arrive in the country within the next two years after completing their training overseas, and 300 trainees who have completed local postgraduate specialty training with eligibility to cover up duties as acting specialists.They said that out of the 250 medical specialists who will retire, the majority are from sub-specialty fields where there are currently enough specialists available in the country.They added that if any specialty is left with a shortage, there is a provision for recruitment on a contract basis. They further added that the younger generation with newer skills and knowledge can provide a better and more efficient service in terms of patient care and post-graduate training if an opportunity is given.

do love a good glass of red wine (or two) while you’re cooking. (And doesn’t that have some health benefits? That’s right, you’re in it for the !) Likewise, getting to bed earlier is a forever goal for just about everyone we know, but something always gets in the way–I mean, you’re midway through season two of Indian Matchmaking, and who can watch just one episode at a time? And, of course, there’s healthy eating and physical activity.

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. - Pigs running wild and wreaking havoc in South Jersey and police say the animals have been causing mayhem and getting a lot of attention for a few weeks."He was driving down Kettlebrook in our development. He was trying to make a left on Halloway.

ST. LOUIS - The Phillies Red October is officially underway, with the team taking on the St. Louis Cardinals for the best of three.

NEW YORK (AP) - The latest government study on teen vaping suggests there's been little progress in keeping e-cigarettes out of the hands of kids.The data seems to show more high school students vaping, with 14% saying they had done so recently, according to survey results released Thursday. In last year's survey, about 11% said they had vaped recently.But experts cautioned that a change in the survey makes it difficult to compare the two: This year, a much higher percentage of participants took the survey in schools, and vaping tends to be reported more in schools than in homes."It continues to be difficult to assess (vaping) trends since the pandemic," said Alyssa Harlow, a University of Southern California researcher who studies youth e-cigarette use.Despite its persistence, vaping appears to be less popular than it was: In 2019, 28% of high schoolers said they had recently vaped.Educators say vaping is still a big problem.Anecdotally, the 2021-22 school year was worse than it was before the pandemic, said Mike Rinaldi, principal of Westhill High School in Stamford, Connecticut.

NFL Players Association urged the league on Friday to implement changes to its concussion protocol in time to protect players in this weekend's games.The players' union wants to strengthen the protocol to avoid a repeat of what happened to Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Week 3 against Buffalo. Tagovailoa was unstable when he walked off the field following a hit and was evaluated for a concussion, but he quickly returned to the game and the Dolphins said a back injury had caused his wobbly gait.Tagovailoa subsequently suffered a concussion four days later at Cincinnati and is out indefinitely.FILE - Medical staff tend to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins after an injury during the 2nd quarter of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Sept.

Also Read: Viruses ‘watch’ us to decide when to attack Fauci was speaking at an event with the USC Annenberg Center for Health Journalism.There is always a risk of upsurge in the winter, he warned, so people shouldn't let their guard down. Although things appear to be going well, it would be premature to declare that the pandemic is finally finished, he added.

The DVLA could ban motorists from getting behind the wheel if they fail to disclose one of 110 medical conditions.

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner is calling on the Pennsylvania House Committee investigating whether to impeach him to hold open hearings in Philadelphia and allow him to attend and testify on his own behalf.The committee is investigating what they allege is a failure to aggressively prosecute lawbreakers.They plan to hold two days of hearings at the Naval Yard at the end of September.RELATED HEADLINES:Krasner says he was not invited to attend and speak.Krasner, who is on his second term, was first elected to the role in 2017 with a focus on supporting victims, exonerating innocent people wrongly convicted of crimes and reducing the population of local jails.Critics have blamed Krasner and other progressive prosecutors for an increase in gun crimes, while supporters say the rise in crime could be attributed to reduced social services and economic instability caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

PHILADELPHIA - A former Philadelphia police officer on trial for a deadly 2017 officer-involved shooting was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter and possession of an instrument of crime on Wednesday.The former officer, Eric Ruch Jr., was charged with third-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter and possession of an instrument of crime in the shooting death of Dennis Plowden. His initial charges also included first-degree murder, but that charge was later withdrawn.In a statement, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner thanked the jurors and constituents for "evenhandedly applied justice and accountability for all without exception."Ruch, according to Krasner, is scheduled for sentencing on Nov.

HARRISBURG, Pa. - A Pennsylvania House committee has voted to hold Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner in contempt. The House Select Committee on Restoring Law and Order says committee members unanimously recommended that Krasner be held in contempt due to his failure to comply with subpoenas issued by the committee last month."This is not a decision we, as a committee, came to lightly," Representative Torren Ecker said. "This committee is steadfast in its intention to get to the bottom of the current unrest in Philadelphia and being denied access to important documents hinders progress in achieving that goal."RELATED: 3 Pa. House Republicans announce plan to draft articles of impeachment against Philadelphia DA Larry KrasnerAccording to the committee, Krasner declined to accept hand-delivered subpoenas issued by the committee twice. An electronic copy of the subpoena was accepted by Krasner's attorneys, but his office said they will not comply, officials say. As a result, the committee approved support to recommend that he be held in contempt. "No one, including Philadelphia's top law enforcement official, is above the law, or above being held accountable," Ecker said.

OCEAN CITY, N.J. - A beloved Ocean City business announced that it will be closing its doors after nearly 100 years of serving the Jersey Shore. The people of Ocean City and well beyond it have patronized Wards Pastry on Asbury Avenue for 98 years, but the long-time owner is turning off the oven and saying an emotional farewell as he looks towards retirement."The memories of everything, you know? I’ve been parking in the same parking spot for 40 years! I wish we could've kept it going, but it just didn't work out. We tried.

MILL CREEK - Members of the community gathered Saturday in West Philadelphia to remember a Parks and Rec employee who was shot and killed Friday.Tiffany Fletcher was preparing for students to arrive after school when she was caught in the crossfire during a shootout between two groups.More than 100 people came out to pay tribute to a woman her mother calls a beautiful daughter, sister and mom of three boys and, once again, beg for the gun violence in Philadelphia to stop.MORE HEADLINES:"It’s like she’s here. She’s not here, but we can feel her spirit here with us," Fletcher’s cousin Elaine Johnson said.Tiffany Fletcher (Family photo)Johnson cannot believe Tiffany is really gone. The 41-year-old was shot and killed Friday about 1:30 in the afternoon, while on her break at the Mill Creek rec center, after police say two groups of teens started firing.