New Years Eve: A Look Back at 2023

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Jamie Buck
December 31, 2023

In Today’s Huntingdon Valley Insider:

📅 Sun Dec 31. New Years Eve 🎉🍾
🥳 A Look back at Top Stories of 2023
⛅️ Weather + 🏈 Sports + 🎭 Events
🎖️ Local Business Directory + 💁‍♂️ Feature your Business

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Look Back #1: I-95 Collapse in Philadelphia

  • On June 11, an elevated section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia collapsed following a tanker truck fire near the Cottman Avenue exit in the Tacony section.

  • The tanker, carrying 8,500 gallons of fuel, caught fire after an accident, resulting in the death of the driver, Nathaniel Moody.

  • This incident severely disrupted local traffic and the supply chain along this crucial north-south highway corridor.

  • Temporary lanes were reopened in less than two weeks, with live-streaming of repair efforts by PennDOT.

  • The permanent northbound lanes were opened on November 7, with the entire project expected to be completed in 2024.

Look Back #2: Danelo Cavalcante's Prison Escape

  • Danelo Cavalcante, a convicted murderer, escaped from Chester County Prison on August 31.

  • His escape sparked a tense two-week manhunt in the greater Philadelphia area.

  • Cavalcante managed to evade capture, even changing his appearance and stealing various items.

  • He was eventually captured using thermal technology and with the help of a Customs and Border Control K-9 named "Yoda."

Look Back #3: Philadelphia Police Officer Killed at PHL Parking Garage

  • Officer Richard Mendez, aged 50, was fatally shot on October 12 while responding to a vehicle break-in at the Philadelphia International Airport parking garage.

  • Another officer was injured in the incident.

Look Back #4: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Affects Huntingdon Valley

  • Over the summer, smoke from Canadian wildfires significantly impacted air quality across U.S. cities, including Huntingdon Valley and the Philly area.

  • The smoke led to multiple air quality warnings and at one stage, New York City recorded the worst air quality globally.

TODAY is… New Year's Eve, celebrated annually on December 31, marking the end of the year – a day that often feels like it caps off a lengthy yet swiftly passing year. This occasion prompts many to reflect on the past year's events and set intentions for the upcoming one, even if they don't participate in midnight festivities.

🏈 Eagles 

In recent Eagles news, ahead of their game against the Cardinals, Jalen Hurts has been fined $16,391 for a penalty incurred during the team's recent game against the New York Giants. This fine, a rare occurrence for quarterbacks, follows an interception return for a touchdown by the Giants' Adoree' Jackson. Additionally, ahead of their upcoming game against the Cardinals, the Eagles have made some roster changes, details of which were not specified.

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