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Ardmore Ave. Silo Explosion Leaves No Injuries, FWFD Confirms

Fort Wayne, Indiana – The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded to an explosion at a silo on Ardmore Ave with relief that no injuries were reported. The incident at the grain facility sent a large plume of smoke into the sky, and nearby residents were advised to stay indoors as a precaution. Firefighters worked swiftly to contain the situation and prevent any further damage to the surrounding area. While the cause of the explosion is …

Explosion Rocks Construction Site on Ardmore Avenue, Fort Wayne Firefighters Respond

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Firefighters in Fort Wayne responded to a construction site explosion that shook the city’s southwest side on Thursday afternoon. The incident took place at the Brooks Asphalt plant on Ardmore Avenue around 2:30 p.m. Witnesses reported heavy smoke billowing from the site, even after the fire had extinguished on its own by 3 p.m. Fortunately, initial reports indicated that there were no injuries resulting from the explosion. Officials on the scene …

Jury Finds Renee DiPietro Guilty of 3rd Degree Murder in Ardmore Stabbing Case

LOWER MERION TWP., Pennsylvania – A verdict has been reached in the Renee DiPietro murder trial, where she has been found guilty of third-degree murder and possessing an instrument of crime. The incident stemmed from an altercation involving her son, leading to the stabbing death of 31-year-old Michael Sides on June 10, 2023. Authorities revealed that DiPietro used a 16-inch blade hidden in a walking cane to kill the victim, following her son’s involvement in …