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A relaxing morning in Schuylkill County | Go Joe 27 Day 3
Joe Snedeker and Chelsea Strub are enjoying a peaceful morning near Frackville in Schuylkill County to start day three of Go Joe 27. Today, Newswatch 16's Morning Meteorologist will bike through lower Schuylkill County, stopping in Cressona for noon. Then, Joe will bike from Frackville through Hometown, Tamaqua before crossing into Carbon County, and ending the day in Nesquehoning.
Dogs 'healing wonderfully' after being rescued from home in Schuylkill County
COALDALE, Pa. — Back in May, police removed 17 dogs, two cats, two birds, and a turtle from 70-year-old Bethany Bachert's home in Coaldale. Officers say the animals were malnourished and underfed. They were all seized by the Pennsylvania SPCA. A happy update to report from the SPCA: the...
Frederick Sheeler appointed Board President of Berks History Center
The Berks History Center has announced the appointment of Frederick (Fred) Sheeler as its new board president, effective June 25, 2024. “Fred brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to our mission of preserving and sharing the rich history of Berks County,” said BHC Executive Director, Benjamin Neely. “I am confident that under his leadership, the Berks History Center will continue to thrive and expand its impact on the community. We look forward to the exciting opportunities and growth that lie ahead.”
Berks County Board of Elections responds to concerns over Robesonia election fliers
READING, Pa. – The Berks County Board of Elections voted Thursday that no action should be taken on what appeared to be the illegal distribution of election fliers within the Borough of Robesonia. Cody K. Kauffman, solicitor to the board, said he was recently contacted by the South Heidelberg...
Teen birth rates decrease in Berks with efforts of prevention initiative
Berks Teens has announced the latest data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health that shows a decrease in Teen Birth Rates for Berks County and the City of Reading. After a slight uptick in last year’s data, Berks Teens was encouraged by the improvement and their part in the effort. The numbers indicate that Berks County’s birth rate is, for the first time, better than that of the US data overall, with 13.2 births per 1,000 in 2022. (see graph below.)
Berks Encore receives grant from Meals on Wheels America to address unmet need in Berks County
Berks Encore has announced that it has received $32,500 from Meals on Wheels America, the national leadership organization supporting community-based programs across the U.S. dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger, to help bridge gaps in the availability of essential nutrition services in Berks County, PA. Berks Encore was awarded...
Swimming area reopens at Blue Marsh Lake
BERN TWP., Pa. - Officials at Blue Marsh Lake say the swim area is once again open a week after high bacteria levels caused its closure. As of Friday, swimming restrictions at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area swim beach have been lifted. Officials say water samples taken daily for...
Highway renamed to memorialize fallen New Tripoli firefighters
The names of fallen New Tripoli firefighters Marvin Gruber and Zachary Paris will forever be remembered by everyone driving into New Tripoli. Route 143 in Lynn Township, from the intersection of Route 309 to Berks County, has been renamed Heroes Highway in their memory. Gruber and Paris died in the...
Green Building Alliance Launches Resilient Communities Initiative in Reading
Green Building Alliance will launch its newest program, Resilient Communities, in Meadville and Reading, Pa., providing both communities with a range of services to help reduce energy demand, cut utility costs, and increase energy efficiency and resiliency for the municipal buildings, commercial facilities, and nonprofit and educational institutions within each region.
PA Turnpike to get rid of traditional tolls on this stretch of highway
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced Wednesday that tolls on the turnpike east of Reading and on the Northeast Extension would switch to open road tolling in January 2025. What is open road tolling?. Open road tolling systems charge tolls via sensors overhead and in the roadway that determine each vehicle's...
Berks Summer Fest returns to Reading this weekend
READING, Pa. - Berks Summer Fest returns to FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading Saturday. Organizers say gates open at 10 a.m. "It's gonna be a lot of fun and you couldn't ask for better weather. It is Summer Fest," said Amanda Ehst, community programs director for Berks Arts. The Fest won't...
Work begins on parking lot project at Wyomissing's Stone House
WYOMISSING, Pa. -- Wyomissing borough officials say work is underway on a project to upgrade the area around the Stone House. Borough council approved a project that includes walkway, bridge, and guard rail upgrades, along with improving access for folks with disabilities. Plans also called for adding a small parking...
Kids cool off during another Wacky Water Wednesday in Reading
READING, Pa. - Despite the cloudy conditions Wednesday afternoon, kids in Reading were all smiles for Wacky Water Wednesday. This week, kids cooled off near Amanda Stout Elementary School. Every Wednesday in the summer, the Reading Recreation Commission opens hydrants to create a makeshift spray park in different parts of...
PA: Reading zoning changes would help promote transit-friendly growth downtown, consultants say
Changes to Reading’s zoning ordinance could facilitate adaptive reuse projects and new construction to help promote transit-friendly growth downtown, consultants have told City Council. Changes to Reading’s zoning ordinance could facilitate adaptive reuse projects and new construction to help promote transit-friendly growth downtown, consultants have told City Council.
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