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Gov. Shapiro, PSP Provide Update on Act of Arson at PA Governor’s Residence

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On the first night of Passover 2025 while Governor Shapiro and family were asleep upstairs, an alleged act of arson took place at the Harrisburg mansion.

Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) alerted the governor to the emergency and the family including their pets were evacuated safely.  Shapiro had said this was not only an attack on him and family but also on the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

“Sunday morning at about 2AM, my family and I woke up to bangs on the door from the Pennsylvania State Police after an arsonist set fire to the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg. The Harrisburg Bureau of Fire was on the scene and while they worked to put out the fire, we were evacuated from the Residence safely by Pennsylvania State Police and assisted by Capitol Police. Thank God no one was injured and the fire was extinguished. Every day, we stand with the law enforcement and first responders who run towards danger to protect our communities. Last night, they did so for our family – and Lori and I are eternally grateful to them for keeping us safe. PA State Police is on the scene leading this investigation and will keep the public updated,” Shapiro said.

Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania State Police provide an update on the act of arson that took place at the Governor’s Residence.

Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) condemned the alleged arson attack that occurred at the governor’s residence Saturday night:

“The preliminary details about last night’s arson attack at the Governor’s Residence are beyond disturbing and I condemn this, and every act of political violence, in the strongest terms. I am glad to hear Gov. Shapiro and his family are safe and no injuries resulted from what appears to be a heinous act. I thank Capitol Police, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Harrisburg Fire Bureau for their swift action and ongoing efforts to bring the arsonists to justice.”

 

 

Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania State Police provide an update on the act of arson that took place at the Governor’s Residence.

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Human Interest - Bensalem Township

Pothole Repair Continues Next Week in Bucks County

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PennDOT announced maintenance crews will be working next week to repair deteriorated pavement on state roadways in Bucks County.

Drivers are advised that periodic daytime lane closures and possible slowdowns will occur next week at the followinn g locations:

  • Route 413 (Veterans Highway/Durham Road), Bristol and Buckingham townships
  • Durham Road, Middletown Township
  • State Road, Bensalem Township
  • Route 611 (Easton Road), Tinicum Township
  • Route 663 (John Fries Highway), Quakertown Borough and Milford Township
  • Almshouse Road, Doylestown and Warwick townships

Other Main Roadways

  • I-76
  • I-95
  • U.S. 1
  • Route 63 (Woodhaven Road)

Drivers are reminded to slow down in work zones and refrain from distracted driving to keep themselves and our workers safe.

Since January 1, PennDOT District 6 has received more than 2,900 customer concerns regarding potholes and has used more than 740 tons of asphalt across the five-county Philadelphia region.

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Human Interest - Bensalem Township

Police Seek Info on Missing Teen Believed to be in Lower Bucks Area

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Police from Plumstead Township Police Department with an assist from Tullytown  Borough Police  are asking for help from the community in attempting to locate a missing  17 year-old .

Ryan  Jaatar Age 17 is  5ft 8in Brown eyes and has not been seen since January 3, 2026, police say.

Jaatar was last seen by his father at their residence in Plumstead Township.

Jaatar’s, according to investigators,  is believed to be in the Levittown/Bristol/Croydon area.

Anyone with information, please contact Detective Stacie Arnosky at sarnosky@plumstead.gov or 215-766-8741, ext. 120 or Contact the Tullytown Borough Police Department at 215-945-0999. You can also submit a confidential tip at through this link.

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State/County - Bensalem Township

Burlington Bristol Bridge to Close Overnight Beginning Friday for Maintenance Work

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The Burlington County Bridge Commission announced that the Burlington Bristol Bridge will be closed to all vehicle traffic from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. overnight beginning tomorrow (Friday March 6,) to Tuesday, March 10, weather permitting, for maintenance and repair work.

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