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🌱 Which charges are local Philadelphia residents now facing this week?

Morning Philadelphia! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which charges are local Philadelphia residents now facing this week?
  • Philadelphia police confirm missing teen Joleen Hatten has been found safe

Also on today's calendar: Mac McAnally and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 81, low: 49.
  • Sunday: Not as warm, with a high of 70 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Disorderly Conduct, Child Endangerment, and Possession with Intent to Distribute in Neshoba and Philadelphia Arrests (breezynews.com) — Local law enforcement recently reported several arrests involving Philadelphia residents, including charges related to DUI, disorderly conduct, contempt of court, and alcohol possession by a minor. The list also includes people from nearby towns facing drug, child endangerment, and traffic-related charges, with bonds ranging from no bond to tens of thousands of dollars.
   

• Philadelphia teen reported missing (neshobademocrat.com) — Local readers can breathe easier: Police say Joleen Catherine Hatten, the 15-year-old from Philadelphia reported missing in Meridian, has been found safe. Authorities explain she ran away while in Meridian for medical treatment, and both Meridian and Philadelphia police coordinated the search.
   

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★ Featured events ★

    Sunday April 19
  • Lukas Nelson
    Ellis Theater, 311 Byrd Ave, Philadelphia
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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Wendy's posted a job opening for Crew Member in Philadelphia. Apply here.
  • AutoZone, Inc. posted a job opening for Part Sales Manager - Full Time in Philadelphia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Philadelphia here.

🗞 Nearby News

Newton

  • Newton County: January Unemployment Rises Slightly in County (newtoncountyappeal.com)
  • Newton High School hosts 'Prom 2026 Safety Awareness' program (wtok.com)
  • Historic District Boundary Signs Installed In Newton Falls (weeklyvillager.com)

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Ok Philadelphia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Philadelphia

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Philadelphia

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.