The Philadelphia Housing Authority plans to invest $84 million to transform over two dozen vacant properties in Germantown into 121 affordable rental units, with work expected to start by spring 2027. The project aims to revitalize blighted properties, including historic sites, and provide deeply affordable housing for households earning at or below 30% of the area median income. The initiative follows a history of neglect and legal battles involving previous ownership, and is part of broader efforts to improve neighborhood housing.
Human remains were found behind a vacant Germantown school, prompting community mourning and police investigation, with residents hoping for answers and justice for the victim, possibly identified as 23-year-old Kada Scott.
A whooping cough outbreak has been reported in the Valley View Local School District in Germantown, with nine confirmed cases. The illness, which is particularly dangerous for infants, has led to 34 cases in Montgomery County this year. Health officials urge pregnant women to get vaccinated.
A woman fitting the description of the suspect in the fatal shooting of a SEPTA bus driver in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood has been taken into custody. The shooting occurred when the 48-year-old driver of SEPTA's Route 23 was shot multiple times in his chest and abdomen area. The suspect, a female in her early 20s, fired multiple shots while getting on and off the bus. No other passengers were injured, and the driver later died at the hospital. The person was apprehended in Germantown, but no weapon has been recovered at this time.
Philadelphia police are investigating after a 14-year-old boy was shot in the Germantown neighborhood. The teenager was shot once in the right thigh and is currently in stable condition at Temple University Hospital. No weapons have been recovered, and no arrests have been made.
HGTV has renovated a house in Germantown as part of their Urban Oasis giveaway. One lucky person will win the house, along with a Mercedes SUV and $50,000. The house was chosen for its charm, architectural interest, and interesting story. Entries for the giveaway can be submitted twice a day starting October 3, with the winner announced in November.
Guests at the Country Inn and Suites by Radisson in Germantown, Wisconsin, were shocked to find snakes in the pool, hot tub, hallway, and even a guest room. The snakes, believed to be northern water snakes, were likely from the wetlands behind the hotel. While some guests took matters into their own hands to remove the snakes, the hotel refused full refunds and blamed a guest for the incident. Choice Hotels, which owns Radisson, declined to comment. The hotel claims it has taken steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Attorney Kevin Snider has filed a lawsuit against the city of Germantown, Tennessee, for withholding information related to a recent water crisis caused by a diesel fuel spill in the city's water supply. Snider claims that city leaders have been stonewalling his requests for data and documents under the Tennessee Public Records Act, and he believes there may be a cover-up. Germantown officials have stated that they responded within the legally required time frame and have demanded that Snider drop the lawsuit or face attorneys' fees and expenses.
A Germantown city employee was fired after spilling approximately 250-300 gallons of diesel fuel, which contaminated the water supply and caused a water crisis. Residents expressed disappointment in the city's handling of the emergency and complained about the lingering issue of diesel-smelling water. The city plans to excavate the soil near the generator and continue monitoring and testing the water. Some residents questioned the safety of the water for the rest of the city and suggested testing samples directly from people's faucets.
Residents of Germantown, Tennessee, are unable to use tap water for drinking or other purposes following a diesel fuel spill that contaminated the water supply system. The spill occurred when a generator at a treatment plant spilled diesel fuel into a reservoir after a power outage during storms. The city's public works crew is working to flush out the contaminated water, but it is unclear when the tap water will be safe for use. Bottled water distribution is ongoing, and some sections of the town have been allowed to resume using water. There have been no reports of people getting sick, but residents are facing challenges and inconvenience due to the water restrictions.
The city of Germantown, Tennessee issued an emergency alert after a diesel spill caused a strong petroleum odor in the tap water. The contamination was caused by a generator leaking diesel fuel into a water reservoir. The city is working to pump off the contaminated water and flush fire hydrants, with the possibility of lifting the alert on Friday pending test results. Officials believe the amount of fuel contamination is low and do not expect it to cause problems for those who consumed water earlier in the day. Customers are advised to use tap water only for flushing toilets and to drink bottled water for now.
A woman in Philadelphia shot two of four would-be burglars who broke into her home in the Germantown neighborhood. The woman confronted the intruders and fired her weapon, causing the offenders to flee. One of the men was found with gunshot wounds and was transported to the hospital, while the second man was located with a gunshot wound to his back. Both men were arrested and charged with burglary. The whereabouts of the other two suspects are unknown.
A severe thunderstorm in Germantown, Tennessee caused a tree to fall and nearly split a home in half, with an elderly woman inside. Fortunately, she was able to escape unharmed and is now staying with family. The extent of the damage to the house is unknown. The storm also caused numerous other trees to fall in the area, resulting in a power outage for neighbors since Sunday night.
A severe thunderstorm in Germantown, Tennessee caused a tree to fall and nearly split a home in half, with an elderly woman inside. Fortunately, she was able to escape unharmed and is now staying with family. The extent of the damage to the house is unknown. Other trees in the area also fell, resulting in a power outage since Sunday evening.
Several roads in Germantown, Tennessee, are blocked due to malfunctioning traffic lights caused by downed trees and power lines. Germantown Police advise drivers to treat intersections with non-functioning traffic lights as four-way stops and exercise caution while driving.
