Day: December 25, 2025

Merry Christmas, Joyous Kwanzaa & Happy New Year

As we celebrate the holiday season, we reflect on the importance of community and historical appreciation, values that the Peter Mott House and Lawnside Historical Society embody.


Our board members, officers and dedicated volunteers wish you a Joyous Kwanzaa, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year filled with love, peace, equality, justice and connection to the rich cultural heritage of Lawnside, New Jersey.

We extend heartfelt thanks to our generous donors, supporters and funders who made our many accomplishments possible in 2025.

Join us in preserving, protecting and promoting this singular community’s history as the Borough’s 100th anniversary of incorporation is observed throughout 2026.

Homicide Investigation

The following information is preliminary and subject to change; updates will be provided as they become available. 

On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at approximately 5:03 p.m., a shooting occurred in the 25th District on the 2800 block of North Franklin Street. A 23-year-old male sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was transported by medics to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition. 

The victim later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at approximately 7:41 p.m.

 At this time, no motive or arrests have been identified. The investigation remains ongoing and is being handled by the Homicide Unit, Philadelphia Police department.