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Tamaqua woman facing charges

Alyssa Bensinger, 24, of Tamaqua is facing charges in Rush Township following an incident at the Hometown Farmer's Market on June 5.

Bensinger allegedly tried to steal a shirt from one of the vendors. When the vendor tried to retrieve the shirt, Bensinger reportedly began striking the vendor in the face.She will be charged with simple assault, retail theft and receiving stolen property. The shirt was valued at $12.