Upcoming Local Events

• The Philly Show Sports Card and Memorabilia Show -
  September 23rd - 9:00am - 5:00pm
  September 24th - 9:00am - 3:00pm

• Philly Coin Expo - September 23rd, 19 AM - 5 PM

• Veteran Expo - September 23rd -10 AM - 2 PM

• Barbie Themed Legs N' Eggs Drag Brunch inside SoulJoel's - September 23rd, 12 PM

• Special Event: Line Dancing Saturday at SoulJoel's at SunnyBrook - September 23rd, 7 PM

• Double Headliner w/ Casey Balsham and Robby Slowik at SoulJoel's - September 23rd, 7 PM

• BASEMENT NIGHTS AT RIVET! – KARAOKE - September 23rd, 9 PM

• Variety Dance Party w/ Lessons inside the SunnyBrook Ballroom - September 24th, 2 PM

• POUND + POUR AT RIVET! - September 26th, 6-6:45 PM

• Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR - September 26 - October 22

• IVORY PRESENTS: FREE OUTDOOR SHOW AT RIVET WITH 5 TALENTED ARTISTS! - September 29th, 6-10 PM

• A Night of Music with Frank Sinatra and Friends (The DeSimone Brothers) - September 29th 7-9 PM

• Jus Nice Sneaker Convention - September 30th, 12-5 PM

• ROD DEGEORGE’S GUITAR GODS REVIEW AT RIVET! - September 30th, 8 PM

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73-Year-Old Accountant Faces Over 1,300 Felony Charges for Embezzling $375K from Condominium Association

Judith Butt, a 73-year-old woman from Birdsboro PA in Berks County is facing over 1,300 felony charges for allegedly embezzling over $375,000 from the Gwynedd Office Condominium Association (GOCA) where she worked as an accountant.

The charges followed a six-month investigation by local police, initiated when GOCA was alerted about an overdue bill, leading to the discovery of numerous unauthorized payments dating back to 2016. The embezzled funds were directed to various personal expenses including payments to a ranch partially owned by the accused. When confronted, the woman tried to cover up by providing fake bank records and making a partial repayment claiming it was a mistake. She is currently out on a $50,000 unsecured bail with a preliminary hearing scheduled for September 28.

Enhanced DUI Enforcement in Berks County Through September by North Central Regional Program

The North Central Regional DUI Enforcement Program is set to intensify impaired driving enforcement in Berks County through September end.

This initiative includes roving patrols and sobriety checkpoints to apprehend impaired drivers. The program, covering 11 Pennsylvania counties, is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, providing necessary funding and coordination for local DUI enforcement efforts.

Tower Health Faces Financial Skepticism Despite Progress Towards Profitability

Tower Health's credit rating has been downgraded from 'CCC+' to 'CCC' by Fitch Ratings due to ongoing financial losses, despite the healthcare organization's claims of moving towards profitability.

The downgrade reflects a significant credit risk, with Fitch highlighting Tower's "extremely weak" cash-to-total debt ratio of 13.4% and only 39 days of cash on hand, compared to the nonprofit hospital average of 216 days.

Although Tower Health reported a reduced operating loss of $142 million in 2023 from $212 million in 2022, and a positive cash flow in the final quarter of fiscal 2023, Fitch remains cautious about the organization's financial stability.

The skepticism stems from Tower's ill-fated expansion in 2017, which led to a financial downturn, prompting the sale and closure of several hospitals to stabilize its operations. Tower Health, optimistic about its financial recovery, emphasizes its strongest performance in years during the last fiscal quarter and awards received for clinical quality and safety at three of its hospitals.

LOCAL CRIME

Norristown Woman Pleads Guilty to Fatal Bridge Robbery Conspiracy, Faces Up to 45 Years if Testifying Truthfully Against Boyfriend

A 21-year-old woman from Norristown, Ana Yuvitza Gonzalez-Munguia, has pleaded guilty to charges of third-degree murder, robbery, and conspiracy relating to a fatal robbery incident under the Stony Creek Bridge in December 2022.

The victim, Nilson Velazquez-Cardona, was lured to Norristown by Gonzalez-Munguia with the intention of helping her find a place to live as she claimed to be homeless. However, upon arrival, Gonzalez-Munguia's boyfriend, Erick Francisco Galo-Ponce, assaulted Velazquez-Cardona with a pole, robbing him of his belongings and eventually leading to his death.

Gonzalez-Munguia, who played a significant role in orchestrating the crime, faces a sentence of 22½ to 45 years if she testifies truthfully against Galo-Ponce in his upcoming trial on October 2. Otherwise, she could face a maximum sentence of 40 to 80 years. The investigation led to the couple's arrest in Texas on January 6, 2023, and revealed a trail of attempted credit card usage and travel across several states following the crime.

PHILLIES

Phillies Edge Closer to Playoffs with 5-4 Win Over Mets

The Philadelphia Phillies secured a 5-4 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night, moving closer to their second consecutive playoff appearance.

Alec Bohm hit the game-winning single in the 10th inning, while J.T. Realmuto contributed with a three-run homer in the sixth. Despite Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel's blown save in the ninth, Seranthony Domínguez managed to escape a bases-loaded situation in the 10th, ensuring the win.

The Phillies, now four games ahead of Arizona for the first NL wild card, reduced their magic number to clinch a playoff berth to four. Taijuan Walker's solid performance helped the Phillies' cause, as he aims to secure his spot in the postseason rotation. Additionally, the Phillies welcomed new player Orion Kerkering from Triple-A, who is eligible for the postseason.

The night also saw former third baseman Scott Rolen being inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame.

UNION

Union and LAFC Reignite Rivalry Amidst Hectic Schedules on Rainy Saturday Clash

The Union and LAFC are set to face off on a rainy Saturday night at Subaru Park, marking their first meeting in five months.

Despite the history between the teams, this match comes amidst a hectic schedule, with both teams playing their 43rd game of the season. The match isn't the week's most crucial for either team, but the rivalry remains intense, recalling last year's MLS Cup where LAFC won on penalties.

Both teams are dealing with player injuries and fitness concerns, making squad depth a significant factor. The Union, currently better positioned in the league, aims to capitalize on their remaining games, starting with this challenging face-off against LAFC.

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