Although the end of July is upon us, we’ve still got a few more weeks of summer left to enjoy and relax. One of the highlights is summer is cooking on the grill. So we thought we’d provide these tips we found on CNN.com to make sure you’re grilling safely.…
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Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Lancaster County
Lancaster County, known for its population of Amish and Mennonite, is largely farm country. It winding county roads and acres of picturesque green pastures make it an idea location for motorcycle riding. But even in paradise, accidents happen. According to WHPTV.com, another fatal motorcycle accident happened this week in Lancaster…
Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Carlisle, PA
A man was killed on Thursday when his motorcycle was struck from behind by a car on northbound I-81 in Carlisle. According to the Cumberland Times-News, Pennsylvania State Police say the the motorcycle was in the right lane when the front of a Carlisle woman’s car touched the back of…
Electronic Devices Have Become a Distraction Across All Modes of Transportation
We read an eye-opening article on Philly.com about the widespread use of electronic devices across all modes of transportation. The article revisited the tragic accident that happened last year on the Delaware River when a tugboat ran over an amphibious “duck” boat, killing 2 international tourists. According to the article,…
Fireworks Safety
One of the biggest summer holidays is the Fourth of July, the day when Americans celebrate our independence and the birthday of the United States. Celebrations often include red, white, and blue to commemorate the American flag as well as vibrant firework displays. So we thought we’d pass along some…
Bus Accident on PA Turnpike Kills Drive and Injures 23 Passengers
On Monday a tour bus hit a tractor trailer on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, killing the bus driver and injuring 23 passengers. The accident happened when the bus slammed into the rear of a flatbed tractor trailer near the Donegal exit of the turnpike. An article on HamptonRoads.com reported that the…
Fatal Motorcycle Accident on 309 in Butler Township
One of our local papers, the Standard Speaker, (www.StandardSpeaker.com) has reported that a fatal accident happened on Sunday involving a motorcycle and a car. According to the article, the motorcycle was northbound on Route 309 when a car was turning left from another road onto 309. The impact caused the…
Truck Driver Being Investigated in Fatal Amtrak Crash in Nevada
According to an article on today’s HuffingtonPost.com, authorities say five people remain unaccounted for and 6 are dead after an accident on Friday involving a tractor trailer and an Amtrak train. Investigators are searching for answers as to why the truck driver failed to stop before the crossing, which had…
Tractor Trailer Driver Cited for Failure to Maintain Lane in Delaware Accident
A tractor trailer accident that occurred this week on Coastal Highway 1 in Delaware not only tied up traffic on one of the main routes the beach for shore-goers, it also highlights what can happen when a truck with a wide load loses control of its cargo. According to DelawareOnline.com,…
Accident on I-84 in Pennsylvania Destroyed 3 Cars and Involved 2 Tractor Trailers
An accident on Monday afternoon on I-84 in Pennsylvania near the New York state line involved seven people, destroyed 3 cars, and damaged 2 tractor trailers. The RecordOnline.com of Middletown, NY has reported that state police are investigating the accident which appears to have been caused when the first tractor…