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Berks coroner's office identifies remaining victims of RM Palmer explosion
Berks County Coroner John Fielding said his office used dental records, fingerprints and other methods of identification to make positive IDs of the victims.
Prosecutor, students speak out after hoax calls prompt police responses at Phillipsburg High School, other schools in Pa., NJ
Schools across our region dealt with fake threats Wednesday morning, disrupting class and frightening students and parents.
DA: Man accused in assault that left another man dead
Hosheem Klotz, 30, is charged with homicide and aggravated assault, both first-degree felonies.
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