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Venomous rattlesnake removed from Calabasas backyard play area

CALABASAS, Calif. — Firefighters removed a venomous rattlesnake that slithered into a backyard play area scattered with children’s toys, a discovery that left the family relieved. Wildlife officials...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:46 AM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

Trader Joe’s flower-shopping secrets revealed

A Trader Joe’s employee shared the store’s top floral tips, including using bulk buckets and phoning ahead to reserve specific blooms. The chain remains a budget-friendly option for...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:43 AM EDT

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State police arrest 8 for DUI in Northampton County roving patrol

Pennsylvania State Police arrested eight drivers for driving under the influence during a weekend roving patrol in Northampton County, authorities said. Troopers also issued dozens of citations during...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:28 AM EDT

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Andrus Peat retires after 11 NFL seasons

Andrus Peat, a three-time NFL Pro Bowl guard, has retired after 11 seasons in the league. He played for the New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders and Pittsburgh...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:22 AM EDT

allentown / lehighvalleylive

5 dead, many still missing after Indonesian ferry fire

A ferry in Indonesia caught fire, killing five people and leaving an unknown number of passengers missing. Authorities have rescued more than 230 people but say they do...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:02 AM EDT

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SUV overturns in Allentown after collision; 3 hospitalized

Three people were injured Saturday evening when the SUV they were riding in collided with another vehicle and overturned in Allentown, city police said. The driver and two...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 9:01 AM EDT

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Proposal aims to avert up to $500 monthly Social Security cuts

About 70 million Social Security recipients — including retirees, spouses and dependents — could face benefit reductions of roughly $500 per month in seven years, studies show. A...

Published Aug 3, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

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Senators to vote Tuesday on Blanche after fund recission

(The Center Square) – Senators plan to vote Tuesday on Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general after he issued an order rescinding the nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.

Published Aug 3, 2026, 7:54 AM EDT