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Pedestrian dies after being struck on Route 100 in Pottstown

POTTSTOWN, Pa. - A pedestrian is dead after being struck in the southbound lane of Route 100 Wednesday night. The incident happened about 11 p.m. in the area between Shoemaker Road and State Street, according to the Pottstown Police Department. It was not an intersection. Police determined the 52-year-old man...

Pottstown, PA · 2d

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Woman arrested on DUI charge in North Coventry Township

NORTH COVENTRY TOWNSHIP, PA — A woman was arrested on a driving under the influence charge following a single-vehicle crash Sept. 16. Officers with the North Coventry Township Police Department responded to the crash in the 700 block of Catfish Lane at approximately 11:33 p.m. Upon arrival, officers conducted...

North Coventry Township, PA · 1d

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Investigators provide update on body found in Lansdale

The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office is now investigating a body found along the 100 block of E Main Street in Lansdale Saturday morning, according to police. Lansdale Police responded to the scene on Saturday, Nov. 7, at around 11:05 a.m. for a report of a medical emergency, police said. Upon arrival, police said they identified a deceased adult male inside a detached garage. The preliminary investigation does not indicate any criminal activity, according to police.

Lansdale, PA · 13h

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Woman Killed In Wyomissing Pedestrian Crash ID’d: Coroner

A woman struck by a vehicle and killed in Pennsylvania has been identified, authorities announced on Friday, Nov. 6. Melissa Anne Dunn, 65, of Earl Township, was struck in the 800 block of Penn Avenue in Wyomissing, Berks County on Wednesday, Nov. 4, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office. Du…

Wyomissing, PA · 2d

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Montgomery County man found guilty of aggravated assault after firing at police during pursuit, standoff

WEST ROCKHILL TWP., Pa. - A Montgomery County man who led police on a high-speed chase in June of last year has been found guilty of a long list of charges. 35-year-old Charles Bowne III of Pennsburg has been found guilty of aggravated assault, robbery, assaulting a law enforcement officer, fleeing from an officer, possession of a weapon, and other related charges for an incident that occurred in June 2025.

Montgomery County, PA · 2d

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Berks County Man, 34, Dies After Route 322 Crash Shuts Down Clay Township

Route 322 & Rock Rd. — Reported Crash And Emergency Response. A 34-year-old Berks County man died Friday morning after a two-vehicle crash shut down a stretch of Route 322 in Clay Township, Lancaster County. Dennis McDevitt was taken to Lancaster General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, and the crash involved reported entrapment that drew emergency crews to the scene around 6 a.m.

Berks County, PA · 12h

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Missing 15-year-old girl safely located in Berks County

CENTRE TWP., Pa. - 15-year-old Madelyn Chaney has been safely located after being reported missing Wednesday night by her parents, Pennsylvania State Police say. According to police, the girl was located this morning, is safe, and is no longer considered missing. According to a news release, on Wednesday at 10...

Berks County, PA · 2d

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Berks County man dead after crash in Lancaster County

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A Berks County man died after a two-vehicle crash in Lancaster County on Friday morning. Dennis McDevitt, 34, was pronounced dead at the hospital after the crash, according to Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department. More than a dozen units were called to the...

Lancaster County, PA · 1d

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Man wanted on stolen property charge in Robeson Township

ROBESON TOWNSHIP, PA — Police are searching for a Birdsboro man wanted on felony charges after he was involved in a motorcycle accident while operating a stolen vehicle. Matthew Dukeman, 39, of Birdsboro, was riding a motorcycle on March 29, 2026, when he crashed in Robeson Township, according to the Berks County Sheriff’s Office.

Birdsboro, PA · 13h

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Iconic Berks County family business, Peanut Bar, up for sale after 102 years

READING, Pa. - The owner of an iconic downtown bar and restaurant says he’s selling the family business. Michael Leifer, owner of Jimmie Kramer's Peanut Bar Restaurant, told 69 News Thursday that he made the decision due to health issues. He says it was just the right time to sell as he continues getting older.

Berks County, PA · 2d

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Airport Worker Arrested at PHL After Reporting Customs Seal Concern

A 30-year-old Philadelphia man working at Philadelphia International Airport was taken into custody on Tuesday, October 27, after he reported a problem with his airport badge to customs officers. HSI agents had already identified Wenceslao Boccelli Vargas and coordinated his arrest on a Montgomery County warrant when he reported the concern. Vargas now faces a felony drug charge along with misdemeanor counts tied to minors, according to officials.

Philadelphia, PA · 11h

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Berks County Commissioners OK support of grant applications as Mary’s Shelter seeks to fund affordable housing for youth

READING, Pa. – The Berks County Commissioners voted Thursday to authorize letters of support for grant applications on behalf of Mary’s Shelter. The letters of support were for Mary’s Shelter applications for:. Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Funds for the Youth Bridge Program, which provides affordable...

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Man wanted on burglary, assault charges in Reading

READING, PA — Police are searching for a Reading man wanted in connection with an October home invasion and assault. Omi Lopez-Cruz, 18, of Reading, is wanted on charges of burglary and simple assault, according to the Berks County Sheriff’s Office. On Oct. 24, 2026, Lopez-Cruz allegedly entered...

Reading, PA · 13h

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Police take 1 into custody after stabbing in Fleetwood

FLEETWOOD, Pa. - A stabbing drew police to a Berks County community. Just before 9 p.m. Thursday in Fleetwood, officers responded to the 200 block of East Main Street. Police say one person was hurt and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators say one suspect is in custody and there's no...

Fleetwood, PA · 2d

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Towamencin police investigating youth pastor’s contact with a minor

Police have confirmed there is an active investigation into an Immanuel Church youth pastor and his alleged contact with a student. In an email to the congregation Wednesday, Pastor Mark Prugh of Immanuel Church on 1260 Welsh Road said leadership terminated a youth pastor after he “failed to maintain appropriate pastoral and ministry boundaries.”

Towamencin Township, PA · 1d

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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...

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Person killed by police after trying to set cars on fire in Montgomery County

A person is dead after officers used "lethal force" during a confrontation on Friday night, according to Norristown's Chief of Police Michael Trail. This all unfolded around 7:47 p.m. on Nov. 6 when police got a report that a person was trying to set cars on fire along Stanbridge Street in Norristown.

Norristown, PA · 1d

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Reading restaurant launching Sunday brunch, welcoming new general manager

READING, Pa. – A restaurant known for its inventive, globally inspired menu is debuting new leadership and brunch offerings in Berks County. Thorn Alley Kitchen, located in downtown Reading at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, is launching Sunday brunch beginning Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring a creative new menu developed by chef Harley Eighmey, according to a news release.

Reading, PA · 2d

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Police investigating fatal single-vehicle crash in Hilltown

An investigation into a single-vehicle accident that left one person dead in Hilltown Wednesday evening remains ongoing, police said. Speed was likely a factor in the cause of the fatal crash, according to Hilltown Township Police. Emergency units responded to the 1100 block of Fairhill Road in Sellersville in Hilltown...

Hilltown Township, PA · 2d

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Friday Food Feature with Berks County Eats: Gourmand Cafe

A good lunch spot is more than good food. It has to be fast and close to home (or work) and have good food. Living in Wyomissing, we have a lot of great lunch spots around us. One of those is Gourmand Cafe. For a few years, the cafe felt...

Berks County, PA · 2d