John Loftus

Breaking News: Northeast man alleges abuse in suit against archdiocese

  A Holmesburg man who alleges he was molested at a Northeast Catholic parish school, was among nine plaintiffs who on Tuesday filed eight lawsuits against ... Full story

Four 'Young Heroes' win Liberty awards

Local students awarded for community service. ... Full story

Giving a voice to childhood sex abuse victims

On the heels of the conviction of a high-ranking Catholic church official, veteran attorneys and a victims' advocate encourage childhood sexual abuse victims to speak up. ... Full story

Police seize synthetic marijuana in local sweep

During a sweep of Northeast Philadelphia stores last week, police seized more than $200,000 in drug paraphernalia ... Full story

Hybrid captured with dog-gone good bait

  A hybrid animal, part dog and part wolf, that had eluded game officials in Pennypack Park for weeks was finally captured on July 2. A hot ... Full story

Judge denies house arrest for Monsignor Lynn

While waiting for sentencing, to be held July 24, Monsignor William Lynn will cool his heels in a jail cell. ... Full story

Lynn led to jail, hung jury for Brennan

Monsignor William Lynn charged on one count of endangering children. Jury deadlocked on verdict for Rev. James Brennan. ... Full story

For church, $11.6 million in legal bills

The Philadelphia Roman Catholic Archdiocese has paid $11.6 million in legal costs in the past two years, mostly stemming from a grand jury report on sexual misconduct by clergy members. ... Full story

Teva center at Read Lion site awaits new review

The drug maker's new CEO and board of directors are reviewing the proposed distribution center. ... Full story

The jury's out

Every seat was filled in the courtroom during last week's closing arguments in the city's historic priest sex abuse trial. ... Full story

Author info

John Loftus | Reporter jloftus@bsmphilly.com ______________________________________________ John Loftus wears a couple of hats — he’s a reporter and, when not pursuing stories, he helps edit stories that are published in the Times. John came to the Northeast Times in 2009, having worked for our prime competitor, the former Northeast News Gleaner. His career has included a healthy dose of reporting and editing at daily newspapers in New Jersey.

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