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Berks County Intermediate Unit to host Education and Transportation Hiring Events
The Berks County Intermediate Unit will host an Education Hiring Event on Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at St. Paul’s Church (131 N 9th St., Reading, PA 19601) and a Transportation Hiring Event on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at the BCIU Main Office (1111 Commons Blvd., Reading, PA 19605).
Chicken takeout chain opens shop in Pottstown
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - A chicken takeout chain from Philadelphia is now open in Pottstown, Montgomery County and it's already drawing a crowd. Asad's Hot Chicken opened on North Charlotte Street Friday. People lined up to check out the new takeout place. Asad's offers fried chicken sliders and tenders along with...
Schlegel Park Pool opens for 2024 Season with upgraded water circulation system
The City of Reading and the Reading Recreation Commission have announced that the Schlegel Park Pool, one of the largest public pools in Berks County, is now open for the 2024 season. Now open, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of amenities and upgraded facilities throughout the summer. Schlegel...
Lehigh Valley Health Network Unveils New Micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to Public
Lehigh Valley Health Network recently unveiled its new micro-hospital in Gilbertsville, which is just an approval away from fully opening. Lehigh Valley Health Network recently unveiled its new micro-hospital in Gilbertsville to the public, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $40 million hospital is currently awaiting the...
Jump doesn't go as planned for WWII Weekend paratrooper
BERN TWP., Pa - It's a concerning call to get. “We soon got a 911 call that the paratrooper went missing,” said Detective Joshua Santos with Bern Township Police. A Sunday afternoon jump didn't go exactly as planned for one paratrooper at World War II Weekend. "A little before...
Water service shut off in Macungie due to main break
MACUNGIE, Pa. — Macungie Police say a water main break has caused water service to be shut off in the borough on Sunday evening. According to a message from police at 7:24 p.m., the break was discovered in the area of South Church Street. Water service to this area...
Philadelphia Avenue Street Fair comes to Boyertown
Things sure were bustling in Boytertown today. The Philadelphia Avenue Street Fair was held in the downtown area of the Berks County community. There were all kinds of activities for the whole family, from food trucks to pop-up entertainment and kids' game. It was presented by the Bucks-Mont Business Association.
Utility relocation, traffic pattern changes: PennDOT upcoming roadwork June 10, 2024
PennDOT maintenance forces and private contractors have scheduled several construction projects in Berks County this week. To help our readers avoid travel delays, here are a few of the most notable projects. Ruscombmanor Township, daytime lane restrictions will be in effect at the PA 12/PA 73 intersection for utility relocation...
WWII weekend kicks off
READING, Pa. - “This is always a fun event for us and our group loves coming out." says Cori Santagate, a reenactor. Thousands of visitors pour into Reading this weekend for WWII weekend. The one-of-a-kind event is one of the largest in the country,. "It's the largest event probably...
Gov. Mifflin advances to PIAA Class 5A baseball title game following win over Selingsgrove
HERSHEY, Pa. - Governor Mifflin taking on District 4 champ Selingsgrove at Hershey High School with a spot in the PIAA Class 5A baseball title game on the line. In the top of the third, Dylan Barrett with a two-run double and the Mustangs lead 3-1. An inning later, Ethan Grim with two bags himself and it is 4-2 in favor of Governor Mifflin.
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