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Take a look back at LevittownNow.com‘s most read stories of 2021.
Coronavirus Coverage
For the second year, ongoing coverage of the coronavirus pandemic was the most read topic. Between our regular case updates, details and fights on vaccination efforts, business impacts, acts of kindness, and deaths, we have been on top of the story since early 2020. We continue to update our COVID-19 dashboard weekly with the latest information.
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Couple Behind Violent Sesame Place Attack Sentenced
Our coverage of a teenage worker at Sesame Place who was attacked made headlines in 2020, but the case continued into 2021. The couple behind the attack – Troy McCoy and Shakerra Bonds, both of Bronx, New York – were found guilty during a four-day trial in July and were sentenced to jail.
Police ID Two Killed In New Falls Road Wreck
The tragic Christmas Eve crash that took the lives of two young men – Tyler Amberger, 18, and Matthew Loftus, 17, both of Falls Township – sent shockwaves through the community.
Chick-Fil-A Granted Approval For New Area Location
As a follow up to our 2020 exclusive, we reported on Middletown Township granting approval for a second Chick-fil-A location with a drive-thru in November.
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With Charges Filed, New Information On Shooting Of Police Chief
A Bucks County Probation and Parole Department officer was conducting a routine check on 24-year-old Colin Frank Petroziello inside the Yardley Borough condo where he lived in August when he allegedly fired a shot. The shot hit Yardley Borough’s police chief and brought a police response from around the area. The chief survived and was greeted with fanfare when he was released from St. Mary Medical Center a few days later.
Five Claim Massive $516 Million Levittown Lottery Jackpot
In summer, a massive winning $516 million Mega Millions jackpot was claimed by five people, who all have remained unnamed. The ticket – one of the largest winners ever claimed – was sold in Middletown Township’s Levittown section in June.
Veteran Taken For Mental Health Evaluation Following Standoff
A military veteran threatening suicide drew a large multi-agency police response in Tullytown Borough in September. He ended up surrendering and being taken for treatment.
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Hurricane Ida Coverage
The remnants of Hurricane Ida brought flooding, wind, and a tornado that went through parts of Bristol Borough and Bristol Township. We shared the story of Jim Boice, who drove through the twister. The flooding left many homes damaged with repairs ongoing.
‘Devastating’ Flooding Hits Croydon
A wicked flash flooding event hit parts of Bensalem Township, Bristol Borough, and Bristol Township on July 12. We covered the storm from the time a rare “flash flood emergency” was issued to the months of recovery and the fight over that recovery funding.
Tornado Damage In Bensalem
An EF3 tornado ripped through Bensalem Township in late July. The tornado damaged homes and ripped through the Faulkner dealership along Street Road.
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