5 Democrats seek to replace storied Philly DA as city struggles with crime, corruptionPHILADELPHIA — For nearly 20 years, District Attorney Lynne Abraham has led an office whose alumni include Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell, Sen. Arlen Specter and the chief justice of the state Supreme Court. 5 Democrats seek to replace storied Philly DA as city struggles with crime, corruptionPHILADELPHIA — Five Democratic candidates in Philadelphia are vying to replace the woman dubbed “America’s deadliest D.A.” Hershey’s 1Q earnings jump 20 pct thanks to more Easter buying days, higher pricesHARRISBURG, Pa. — Hershey, the nation’s second-largest candy maker, said Thursday that its first-quarter profit surged 20 percent, helped by a recent price increase and a reporting period that captured more days of Easter sales. Hershey’s 1Q earnings jump 20 pct thanks to more Easter buying days, higher pricesHARRISBURG, Pa. — Hershey, the nation’s second-largest candymaker, said Thursday that its first-quarter profit surged 20 percent, helped by a recent price increase and a reporting period that captured more days of Easter sales. Hershey’s 1Q profit jumps 20 pct thanks to more pre-Easter buying days, higher pricesHARRISBURG, Pa. — The long runup to Easter and a recent price increase helped Hershey, the nation’s second-largest candymaker, post a 20 percent increase in its first-quarter profit. Hershey’s 1Q earnings jump 20 percent thanks to more Easter buying days, 2008 price increaseHARRISBURG, Pa. — Hershey, the nation’s second-largest candymaker, reported a 20 percent surge in first quarter profit because of a longer Easter sales season and a recent price increase. PNC Financial Services 1st-qtr profit rises 22 percent, beats Wall Street’s expectationsNEW YORK — PNC Financial Services Group Inc. on Thursday reported a surprising 22 percent jump in first-quarter profit, boosted by its purchase of National City Corp. and lower funding costs. Obituaries in the news
Obituaries in the news Jeanne-Claude Braden Looper, Mike Cameron lead Brewers to 3-1 victory over PhilliesPHILADELPHIA — Braden Looper pitched six scoreless innings, Mike Cameron hit a two-run double and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-1 on Wednesday night. Philly’s Independence Hall to get $5.6 million in federal stimulus money to repair leaky towerPHILADELPHIA — More than $5.6 million in federal stimulus aid will be used to repair and restore the leaky clock tower of Independence Hall, which once housed the Liberty Bell, and for other park improvements, officials said Wednesday. Defense investigators raid Siemens Medical in Pa. weeks after firm wins $267M contractPHILADELPHIA — Criminal investigators with the Defense Department searched the headquarters of Siemens Medical Solutions USA on Wednesday in connection with a government contract, weeks after the firm won a $267 million medical-imaging contract. Adam LaRoche gets 4 hits to lead the Pirates past the Marlins 7-4 for 3-game sweepPITTSBURGH — The Florida Marlins went from being very hot to very cold during only three days in Pittsburgh. Adam LaRoche had four hits and little brother Andy LaRoche drove in a pair of runs, leading the Pirates to a 7-4 victory over Florida on Wednesday and a three-game sweep of what previously was the majors’ hottest team. Adam LaRoche gets 4 hits to lead the Pirates past the Marlins 7-4 for 3-game sweepPITTSBURGH — The Florida Marlins went from being very hot to very cold during only three days in Pittsburgh. Adam LaRoche had four hits and little brother Andy LaRoche drove in a pair of runs, leading the Pirates to a 7-4 victory over Florida on Wednesday and a three-game sweep of what previously was the majors’ hottest team. Adam LaRoche’s 4 hits key Pirates’ 7-4 win over Marlins, 3-game sweepPITTSBURGH — The Florida Marlins went from being very hot to very cold during only three days in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh warns homeowners quickly away from bridge getting ready to collapsePITTSBURGH — Residents of four homes have been urged to seek shelter elsewhere because an overpass above their homes in is in danger of collapsing. Pa. postal worker accused of stealing $25 from greeting card and ‘breakup book’PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh postal worker faces up to 10 years in prison if she’s convicted of stealing two items of dubious value from the mail: $25, and a book on a woman’s perspective of breaking up with men. Congress to hold hearing on cable operators’ plans for targeted advertisingPHILADELPHIA — Cable operators will sit in the hot seat Thursday as Congress reviews their plans to roll out targeted advertising amid fears that consumer privacy could be infringed if the companies were to track and record viewing habits. Religion News in BriefPITTSBURGH — State House officials say they have been inundated with protests about a policy that barred a clergyman from using the word “Jesus” in a prayer that was to open one of the lawmakers’ daily sessions. Boeing reports 50 percent drop in 1st-quarter profit as airlines delay delivery of new planesPITTSBURGH — Boeing Co., the world’s second-largest plane maker, said Wednesday its first-quarter profit dropped by half, hurt by production cuts as airlines postpone deliveries of new planes. It also forecast lower earnings for the year and reduced aircraft prices. Erie, Pa., officer: Videotaped remarks about murder victim, posted online, were embellishedERIE, Pa. — An Erie police officer says he embellished comments that ridiculed a murder victim in a barroom conversation that was videotaped and posted online. Air Products posts 36 percent drop in 2nd-quarter profit on lower salesLEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. — Air Products & Chemicals Inc., which supplies oxygen and other gases to the industrial and medical sectors, on Wednesday said its fiscal second-quarter profit dropped 36 percent as the continued decline in the global manufacturing industry cut into its sales. Jamie Moyer earns 248th career win in Phillies’ 11-4 win over BrewersPHILADELPHIA — In a lineup filled with big hitters, Pedro Feliz is giving the Philadelphia Phillies a strong presence at the bottom of the order. Crosby lifts Penguins to 3-1 win over Flyers, puts Pittsburgh on brink of series winPHILADELPHIA — Sidney Crosby and the Penguins can finish off the Flyers back on home ice. Karstens turns in Pirates’ latest strong pitching effort in 3-2 win over MarlinsPITTSBURGH — Jeff Karstens pitched six sharp innings, Freddy Sanchez homered and the surging Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Florida Marlins 3-2 on Tuesday night. Pair punch out 217,000 text messages in a month in attempt to break recordPHILADELPHIA — Their thumbs sure must be sore. Pa. police officer suspended for off-duty bar video comments about homicideERIE, Pa. — A Pennsylvania police officer has been suspended without pay for mocking a homicide victim in a barroom recording posted on YouTube. AK Steel reports 1Q loss vs. year-ago profit as reeling auto industry dents steel demandPITTSBURGH — AK Steel Holding Corp., a supplier of steel for cars and trucks, on Tuesday reported a first-quarter loss compared with a year-earlier profit, as the recession continued to dampen demand for the metal. Caterpillar reports $112M loss in 1Q on layoff charge, weaker sales amid faltering economyPITTSBURGH — Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar Inc. reported its first quarterly loss in 17 years on Tuesday, hurt by plunging sales and the cost of laying off thousands of workers. It also said the Obama administration should have allocated more money for roads, bridges and other public works under its stimulus plans. Test of blood sample from Lincoln is sought to prove cancer theory, raising dilemma for museumTest of Lincoln DNA sought to prove cancer theory PHILADELPHIA — John Sotos has a theory about why Abraham Lincoln was so tall, why he appeared to have lumps on his lips and even why he had gastrointestinal problems. |
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