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Berks Book Bonanza moves into new home; begins preparations for 2024 sale
Berks Book Bonanza volunteers will begin moving into their new home at the County of Berks South Campus location in Mohnton. The move comes one month after the Berks County Commissioners approved a lease agreement with the non-profit entity. Since its departure from the VF Outlet in West Reading following...
Owner of dog day care in Lancaster County charged in death of animal
A woman who runs a Columbia pet daycare center let a foster dog in her care die after an attack while she tried to figure out what to do, according to the Pennsylvania SPCA. Investigators charged Caitlin Michelle Perry, 30, of Houston Street, with aggravated cruelty to animals by causing serious bodily injury or death, torture and a related charge in connection with a Nov. 4 dog-on-dog attack at the animal day care that she runs out of her home, Wiggle Butts Co.
Reading mayor warns of fake emails being sent in his name
READING, Pa. - Reading Mayor Eddie Moran is warning the public about fake emails being sent is his name. He says several people have reported receiving emails from an account named eddiemoran1976@gmail.com. If you find a message from that address in your inbox, Mayor Moran says to delete it and...
No plans yet for site of burned down grocery store, Ephrata officials say
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Rumors have been circulating online about possible plans for the site of Martin's County Market in Lancaster County. The family-owned market closed indefinitely after a fire on February 15. In response to the rumors, Ephrata Township officials told CBS 21 News Wednesday that at...
Lancaster County man accused of entering school bus without authorization, threatening driver
MILLERSVILLE, Pa. — A Lancaster County man has been charged with three misdemeanors after police say he entered a school bus without authorization and threatened the bus driver during an incident earlier this month. Angel Lui Sanchez-Abreau, 31, of Millersville, is charged with unauthorized school bus entry, terroristic threats,...
Oley Valley school board appoints acting superintendent
OLEY TWP., Pa. – The Oley Valley School District Board of Directors on Wednesday appointed an acting superintendent. Erin Anderson, the district's assistant superintendent, will fill the acting superintendent role, effective Thursday. Anderson fills the vacancy left by the resignation of Gina Finnerty. “I am proud, I am humbled...
Pennsylvania firefighter dies after returning home from fire call
WYOMISSING, Pa. (WHTM) – A Pennsylvania fire department is mourning the loss of one of their own after he unexpectedly passed away after responding to a call. The Wyomissing Fire Department says Captain Derrick Nester, a 17-year veteran of the department, passed away unexpectedly on May 6. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, Nester worked […]
Walking tour highlights ideal spots to grow new businesses in downtown Reading
READING, Pa. - Several people participated in a walking tour of commercial properties in downtown Reading Thursday morning, looking for the perfect spot to bring in business. "It's a great way for us to show investors, developers and community members what's available in the downtown, what the future of Reading is, what the vision is for growth," said Mark Mohn, government affairs director for Reading Berks Association of Realtors.
Wyomissing superintendent steps down, transfers to position at Twin Valley
WYOMISSING, Pa. - The Wyomissing School District's superintendent announced he's stepping down to accept a new position. Robert Scoboria informed the school board of his decision to transfer to the role of superintendent at the Twin Valley School District, which officials say is expected to be approved at their meeting on May 20th.
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