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06/23/2026

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06/23/2026

06/23/2026

🚨 CHILD SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ALLENTOWN CROSSWALK CRASH; DRIVER CHARGED 🚨

A Tobyhanna man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he struck a child and her grandmother in a marked crosswalk in downtown Allentown before leaving the scene.

According to the Lehigh County District Attorney's Office, Tyler Allan Monzietti, 24, allegedly accelerated through an intersection at North 6th and West Hamilton streets on May 16, illegally crossed lanes, and struck both pedestrians who were crossing with the right of way.

Investigators say surveillance video showed Monzietti briefly getting out of his Jeep to check on the injured child before driving away. He later returned to the scene approximately 20 minutes later and identified himself to police.

The child suffered multiple facial fractures and had several teeth knocked out during the crash. Authorities credited an Allentown police officer with preserving the child's teeth by placing them in milk, allowing them to later be reattached.

The grandmother suffered abrasions to her hands, fingers, and knee.

Monzietti has been charged with Aggravated Assault by Vehicle and other related offenses. He surrendered to authorities Monday and was released pending future court appearances.

His preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 30.

06/23/2026

🚨 UPDATE: PENNRIDGE NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL FIRE 🚨

Pennridge School District says a small fire broke out inside a classroom at North Middle School at approximately 8:20 p.m. Monday.

According to the district, the building's sprinkler system quickly extinguished the fire before it could spread. Multiple local fire departments responded and cleanup operations are now underway.

✅ No injuries were reported.

An investigation will determine the cause of the fire and assess any damage to the classroom.

District officials thanked local firefighters and support staff who responded to the incident.

06/23/2026

🚨🔥 4-ALARM WAREHOUSE FIRE IN WEST NORRITON 🔥🚨

A massive fire at Superior Play Systems on Industry Lane escalated to a 4-Alarm response Monday, bringing firefighters from across Montgomery County and neighboring counties to the scene.

Heavy smoke and flames could be seen for miles as crews battled the blaze for several hours. No injuries have been reported, but the warehouse sustained significant damage.

The cause remains under investigation.

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📸 Photo Courtesy: Norristown Fire Department page

06/23/2026

🚨 UPDATE: PENNRIDGE NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL FIRE 🚨

Pennridge School District says a small fire broke out inside a classroom at North Middle School at approximately 8:20 p.m. Monday.

According to the district, the building's sprinkler system quickly extinguished the fire before it could spread. Multiple local fire departments responded and cleanup operations are now underway.

✅ No injuries were reported.

An investigation will determine the cause of the fire and assess any damage to the classroom.

District officials thanked local firefighters and support staff who responded to the incident.

🚨 CLASSROOM FIRE AT PENNRIDGE NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL 🚨

Firefighters responded Monday evening to Pennridge North Middle School on N. 5th Street in Perkasie after a fire broke out inside a classroom.

Crews quickly brought the fire under control and no injuries have been reported.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

📍 Perkasie, Bucks

Perkasie Fire Company No. 1

06/22/2026

KEVIN ESTERLY DEATH RULED SU***DE

Lehigh County officials say Kevin M. Esterly, 53, of Whitehall Township, died by su***de while incarcerated at the Lehigh County Jail.

According to District Attorney Gavin Holihan, Esterly was found unresponsive in a single cell shortly before 1:30 a.m. Monday. Officials said he was found hanging by a bedsheet tied to the top bunk of his bed.

Correctional officers and jail medical staff immediately rendered aid until Allentown EMS arrived. Esterly was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 2:16 a.m.

The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office said an autopsy determined Esterly died from hanging, and his manner of death was ruled su***de.

Esterly had been scheduled to be sentenced June 30 after being

06/22/2026

🚨 AUTO EXTRICATION IN UPPER MACUNGIE 🚨

Emergency crews are responding to a serious crash at the intersection of Hamilton Boulevard and Newtown Road in Upper Macungie Township.

Initial reports indicate one female occupant is heavily pinned inside a vehicle, prompting an auto extrication response. Additional EMS resources have been requested, including two more medic units to assist at the scene.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect traffic delays while emergency personnel work to free the trapped victim and provide medical care.

This is a developing incident. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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06/22/2026

🚨🔥 4TH ALARM | 2554 INDUSTRY LANE | 4TH ALARM MUTUAL AID NOW REQUESTED FOR THE WORKING FIRE AT THE SUPERIOR PLAY SYSTEMS STARTING TO EXTEND TO THE WOODS

3RD ALARM COMMERCIAL FIRE – WEST NORRITON TOWNSHIP 🔥🚨

MONTGOMERY COUNTY | WEST NORRITON TWP

Firefighters are battling a 3rd Alarm commercial building fire at Superior’s Play Systems in the 2500 block of Industry Lane.

Initial reports indicated fire in the rear of the commercial structure, prompting a first alarm response. As crews arrived and worked to contain the fire, additional resources were requested and the incident was escalated to a 3rd Alarm.

Multiple fire departments from across the region are assisting at the scene.

No information on injuries has been released at this time.

This is a developing incident. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

📸 If you have photos or video from the scene, post them in the comments below.

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06/22/2026

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP | WORKING HOUSE FIRE ON DICKERT ROAD

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Multiple fire companies responded Monday to a working residential structure fire in the 300 block of Dickert Road in Richland Township.

Emergency dispatchers reported heavy fire showing from the Alpha side of a two-story residence upon arrival. Firefighters from numerous departments across the area were called to the scene and worked to bring the blaze under control.

The fire was eventually placed under control after an aggressive attack by responding crews. Mutual aid companies from surrounding communities assisted at the scene.

At this time, the cause of the fire remains under investigation. No injuries have been reported.

Fire police assisted with traffic control while crews remained on scene conducting overhaul operations and checking for hidden hot spots.

This remains a developing story, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.