Yo, Philly in the News

• It's not Philly-related, but we were shocked to learn this morning that comedian George Carlin died Sunday evening of heart failure. He was 71.
• Allentown and New Galena Roads in Bucks County will close today for maintenance work. Click through for the full details.
• The Inquirer takes a look at some of the big success stories from the 2008 U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, held this past weekend right here in Philadelphia.
• Pennsylvania hunting licenses for the 2008-09 seasons will go on sale starting at 10AM this morning.
• A look at how violent crime in Philadelphia is affecting the fiscal health of area hospitals. According to recently released data, the city's five Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers collectively lose an estimated $8 million annually in caring for victims of violence who cannot pay for health care.
• The Inquirer profiles Republican Rep. Jim Gerlach from Chester County, and points out that he's actually favored to win this year.

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