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Berks Weekly

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Berks County company awarded $825,840 state grant to replace diesel-powered equipment

A Berks County company has been awarded more than $825,000 in state funding to replace diesel-powered equipment with an electric alternative as part of a statewide initiative aimed at reducing fuel costs and improving air quality. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that AMG Resources will receive $825,840...

Berks County, PA · 1d

PennLive.com

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Central Pa. mom, daughter charged with stealing from relative with dementia

A West Lampeter Township woman and her daughter stole more than $63,000 from the woman’s mother, who has dementia and for whom the two women were power of attorney, according to West Lampeter Townshippolice. Jean C. Miles, 59, and Jennifer Miles, 33, of Carol Lynn Drive, were each charged...

West Lampeter Township, PA · 2d

Berks Weekly

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ReadingFilmFEST brings independent filmmakers, stories and new perspectives to downtown Reading

The 12th annual ReadingFilmFEST is bringing filmmakers, actors and audiences together in downtown Reading for a weekend of independent cinema, offering opportunities to explore new stories, meet the people behind them and learn more about the filmmaking process. Running November 6–8, the festival features documentaries, independent features, short films, animation...

Reading, PA · 1d

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Fact Check: Video Does NOT Prove 2026 Massive Voter Registration Fraud Scheme in Pennsylvania

Does a video prove that a November 2026 investigation uncovered a massive voter registration fraud scheme in Pennsylvania? No, that's not true: The video showed a 2024 press conference. It concerned a case that ended more than six months before the 2026 midterms. The claim appeared in a post (archived...

Pennsylvania · 2d

abc27 News

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Nonprofit preserves 24 acres of woodlands, Conestoga River watershed

LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — A 24-acre property in Lancaster County, including just over a quarter mile of Conestoga River shoreline is now preserved. Lancaster Conservancy worked with a landowner to add a new conservation easement along the river south of Lancaster City. It also includes woodlands and tributaries to the river. “The owners of this […]

Lancaster County, PA · 2d

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Ronks Farm's Pumpkin Madness Returns Saturday With Fireworks, Nearly 1,400-Pound Giant

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm is closing out its season the loud way this Saturday, with pumpkins flying through the air, fireworks lighting up the Lancaster County sky, and a 16-year-old grower showing off a gourd that could weigh well over a thousand pounds. The farm's 17th annual Pumpkin Madness festival runs November 7 in Paradise Township, and it's shaping up to be one last blowout before the gates close for winter.

Ronks, PA · 20h

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Chester County battles swarm of phorid flies

Phorid flies, small insects that often breed in moist areas, swarm homes and neighborhoods near Chester County mushroom farms each fall. This year, state officials are strengthening measures to control their spread. Eric Toedter is the founder and president of MYCOguard, a company that helps mushroom farms control pests. He said the flies feed on mushroom mycelium and can spread into nearby residential areas. They pose a challenge for farmers during the fall holiday season because fly populations peak when demand for mushrooms rises.

Chester County, PA · 2d

abc27 News

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Ephrata squeaks by Lower Dauphin | Friday Night Football Week 11

EPHRATA, Pa. (WHTM) — The Mountaineers took down the Falcons in the opening round of the District 3 5A playoffs. Ephrata defeated Lower Dauphin 16-14. They move on to face Northern in the quarterfinals.

Ephrata, PA · 1d

WFMZ-TV Online

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Exhibition opens at National Centre for Padre Pio in Berks County, displaying relics of Catholic saints

BARTO, Pa.- More than 600 first- and second-class relics are now on display at the National Centre for Padre Pio in Berks County. "This is probably the largest temporary relic exhibit in the United States," says Joseph Santoro, relic expert and director of programming and mission outreach at the center.

Berks County, PA · 2d

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Art Now Sought for 2026 ‘Scenes of the Schuylkill’ Show

POTTSTOWN PA – Artists are being encouraged to begin offering submissions for the 22nd annual “Scenes of the Schuylkill” juried art show and sale. The event, conducted by the Schuylkill River Greenways (SRG) National Heritage Area, benefits its work in making the river publicly accessible for tourism and recreation. It also serves to visually define the river’s beauty and bounty for local, state, and national audiences.

Montgomery County, PA · 1d

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4 men charged in fake cash scheme in Lebanon, York and other counties

Four New York men have been charged in an alleged scheme involving merchandise returns for purchases made with fake cash at stores in 16 counties, according to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office. Fitzroy James, Fabian Coke, Gabriel Young and Christopher Nicholas have been charged with felony counts of organized retail...

York County, PA · 2d

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Lancaster Cemetery offering 'Photos with Krampus' as holiday fundraiser

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The Lancaster Cemetery is offering a unique experience as a way to fundraise this holiday season. The cemetery announced that they will be offering "photos with Krampus" as part of their effort to raise funds for Lancaster City's historic Victorian Cemetery. Photo ops will...

Lancaster, PA · 2d

Berks Weekly

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Excessive fruit fly activity observed in bar area: Restaurant Inspections, Nov. 5, 2026

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County. Inspections are a “snapshot” of the day and time of the inspection. Violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the facility. For more information on retail food inspection reports, visit: agriculture.pa.gov.

Berks County, PA · 2d

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Consolidating care: New $94 million veterinary lab to open Chester County

On Oct. 2, construction of the new $94 million University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture began. The 63,000-square-foot lab will bring together the New Bolton Center laboratory of the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System (PADLS) and the Pennsylvania Equine Toxicology Research Laboratory (PETRL). The lab is expected to be completed in 2028, and PADLS and PETRL will move in by 2029.

Chester County, PA · 2d

TAG24 NEWS

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Dog has heartwarming reaction to finally being rescued after a year tied to four-foot chain

Chester County, Pennsylvania - Rescuers from Chester County discovered an animal suffering. Just around the corner, a dog was enduring a terrible existence. For a whole year, the pup was chained to an excessively short iron leash, living amid feces and dead animals with no clean water. Thanks to some vigilant neighbors, the tragic situation was finally brought to an end. A resident contacted the staff of the nonprofit organization Lucky Dawg Animal Rescue after noticing the neglected animal. On site, the rescuers were confronted with a heartbreaking scene. Just a mile from their facility, the ...

Chester County, PA · 2d

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The GIANT Co. Opens 60,000-Square-Foot Store in Sadsbury Township

Chester County residents have a new place to shop for groceries in Sadsbury Township. A new GIANT store opened Friday, Nov. 6, at The Shops at Sadsbury, 880 Nova Way, in the Route 30/Route 10 development by Soloff Realty & Development Co. It is the 14th GIANT location in Chester County.

Chester County, PA · 2d

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Ballots still being counted in local election

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Votes are still being counted in a Midstate race that is still too close to call. The 2026 General Election was held on November 3, which resulted in the Democratic Party winning big not only nationally, but also in Pennsylvania. Democrats secured a trifecta victory in the election, but one local race has yet to be called.

Lancaster County, PA · 1d

WFMZ-TV Online

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PokéCon Fest brings fans to Reading to buy, sell, trade, browse all things Pokémon

READING, PA. - The DoubleTree Hilton Hotel in Reading turned into a Pokémon lovers’ dream on Saturday. PokéCon Fest brought out trainers, collectors, gamers, and longtime fans to Berks County. Thousands of people packed into the DoubleTree to buy, sell, or trade Pokémon cards or browse all...

Reading, PA · 15h

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Pennsylvania Christmas Store Has a Room of 1,000 Lights and More Than 750 Personalized Ornament Designs

A whole room glowing with 1,000 lights sits inside one little Christmas shop. That alone made me stop scrolling. Then I learned the same store offers more than 750 ornament designs you can personalize. Seven hundred fifty. I can’t imagine choosing just one without a long, happy debate. Names,...

Lancaster County, PA · 2d