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Reading Science Center holds 'Science Day' event
The Reading Science Center held its first-ever Celebrate Science Celebration. Drexel University Medical Students hosted the event at their campus in West Reading. And community partners joined in on the fun. The center invited families and guests to discover and explore fields like physics, chemistry, engineering, and more. The center...
The Medical Minute: Supervised Exercise Eases Peripheral Artery Disease Symptoms
HERSHEY, Pa. — Patricia Creque describes herself as “one of those people who has music in my head and am always ready to dance.”. Peripheral artery disease (PAD), however, had made it difficult for her to dance — or even walk. “For years I had such issues...
Berks community organizations team up for 'Healthy Kids Day'
The YMCA of Reading and Berks County teamed up with Berks County Parks and Recreation to bring a day of entertaining activities for the whole family. The organizations started the day with a Healthy Kids Day 5K Run and Walk. They also held a color fun run for kids. And,...
Time capsule commemorating Reading's 275th anniversary buried, hope is to connect next generation with local history
READING, Pa. - A time capsule's been buried in Reading City Park. It commemorates the 275th Anniversary of the city. Items from city departments, local businesses, and organizations are in the capsule. The time capsule also includes postcards to future residents of Reading, submitted by current community members. Organizers say...
Family displaced after fire near Tamaqua
WEST PENN, Pa. — Fire forced a family from their home in Schuylkill County. Calls came in around 11:30 p.m. Tuesday. Firefighters responded to a place on School Drive in West Penn Township, near Tamaqua. Authorities on the scene say two adults and an infant were inside when the...
Red Cross, Reading Fire Co. give out smoke alarms to promote fire safety
The Red Cross and Reading Fire Company handed out a bunch of smoke alarms yesterday. We previewed the event on the Berks Edition earlier this week. Volunteers and Reading City Officials gave residents free smoke alarms in the neighborhood of the Schuylkill-Riverside Firehouse. "Centro Hispano" and the City of Reading...
Selvidge Notches 11 Ks in Shutout Win; Patriots Hit Parade Features 2 HRs
READING, Pa. - The Somerset Patriots shut out the Reading Fightin’ Phils by a score of 9-0 at FirstEnergy Stadium on Saturday night behind a strong pitching performance by Brock Selvidge. The win was Somerset’s second straight, setting up a chance to split the six-game series in Reading on Sunday. The game marked the Patriots’ third shutout of the season and the first started by Selvidge.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER One day after their largest margin of victory this season (11 runs, 13-2), the Patriots posted their second-largest margin of victory with the nine-run...
Afterschool programs in 24 schools in jeopardy of shutting down after state money is redirected
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — It's after-school classrooms and summer programs where some of our most at-risk kids come to learn. But, more importantly, have a safe space when they're not in school. Rachel Strucko is the executive director of the SHINE after-school program. "We believe in it. It changes...
Perrego Powers To $10,000 Money In The Mountains Victory At Big Diamond
MINERSVILLE, PA – Anthony Perrego and the Vinnie Salerno Four-Star Racing team are making a habit of stealing the big money shows here at the Big Diamond Speedway. The powerful duo continued their big show dominance last night in winning the 11th annual Money in the Mountains / Fritz Roehrig memorial race. Perrego led all 50 laps to take home the $10,000 first place prize for the Quandel Concrete Modifieds.
St. George Hosts Spring Expo
St. George's School and Parish wrapped up one of their annual fundraisers this weekend. Their spring expo drew in crowds as people browsed through two rooms full of vendors, crafters, and small businesses. People could purchase home decorations, seasonal wreaths, blankets, specialty soaps, toys, handmade jewelry and baked goods. Local...
Pottsville man arrested on assault charges, accused of throwing child against a wall
FOSTER TWP., SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, Pa. (WOLF) — A man was arrested after a domestic violence incident in Schuylkill County. 62-year-old Michael Miller of Pottsville has been arrested and charged with terroristic threats with intent to terrorize another, aggravated assault on a victim less than 6 and defendant 18 or older, simple assault, endangering the welfare of children, and harassment.
Ja’Quaye James’ 34-point performance propels the Albany Patroons past the Reading Rebels 115-104
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911 call leads to human trafficking arrest
BERN TOWNSHIP, Pa. - A man is behind bars on human trafficking charges following a traffic stop in Bern Township. "This specific case, which resulted in the arrest of William Alberto Gutierrez, is involuntary servitude dealing with labor," said Berks County District Attorney John Adams, who acknowledges human trafficking is a problem here, but says it usually is related to sexual exploitation.
Championship Roundup: Temple wraps up spring seasons
Several of Temple’s non-revenue teams are nearing the end of their spring campaigns as the academic year draws to a close. Some still have a few competitions left before chasing hardware, while others have the opportunity to win a trophy sooner rather than later. Here’s what to know about...
Northwestern’s Grace Yost among record setters at Zephyr Invitational track
Grace Yost is pretty darn good at several track and field events, but the Northwestern senior had one noticeable shortcoming. Well, it was noticeable to everyone — but Yost. “You realize you are running crooked as you’re running crooked,” she said. “But then you think you fix it and you’re still running crooked. “At practice, they had to videotape me, then told me I was still running crooked. ...
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