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Drought Notice Affects Boyertown Residents, Restaurants

BOYERTOWN PA – Continued dry conditions, resulting from a lack of rainfall in and around Boyertown, prompted the borough Wednesday (Nov. 11, 2026) to implement mandatory restrictions on non-essential water use. The borough and its water authority put “Stage II Drought Restrictions” into effect. Under its guidelines,...

Boyertown, PA · 1d
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Hill School Drill Alarm Prompts Local Chatboard Concern

POTTSTOWN PA – A practice drill, which apparently was to have been limited to occupants of buildings at The Hill School, 860 Beech St., became a minor public worry Tuesday (Nov. 10, 2026). The drill caught the attention of members of the Central Pottstown and High/Rosedale online communities in...

Pottstown, PA · 2d
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For Pottstown’s Daniel Keota, Die Laughing Turns Personal Hardship Into Community Connection

Daniel Keota found his way to comedy while struggling to breathe. Now, the Pottstown resident is helping give his hometown more reasons to laugh. Through Die Laughing, the organization he runs with his wife, Keota produces comedy shows that support health causes while bringing people together in the community where he grew up.

Pottstown, PA · 1d
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Community raising funds to support family involved in Skippack crash

Community members are raising money to help support a family involved in a crash in Skippack Sunday. A man and his 2-year-old daughter were reportedly struck by a car on 4002 Skippack Pike in Skippack Township on Sunday, Nov. 8 at around 5:17 p.m., according to police. Police said a vehicle was traveling east on Pennsylvania Route 73 while the man, carrying his daughter, and his wife were walking across the crosswalk. The vehicle failed to stop and yield to the pedestrians, striking the man and child, police said.

Skippack, PA · 2d
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New Glenmoore Cafe Maru Revives a Former Restaurant’s Favorites With Gluten-Free Twist

Nearly three years after Oori closed near Pottstown, its Korean-inspired menu has reincarnated in Glenmoore. Maru opened in late August at 2922 Conestoga Road in Ludwig’s Corner, Michael Klein reports for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The cafe brings back signature dishes from Oori, which Chester County restaurateur David Backhus ran...

Glenmoore, PA · 2d

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Don’t Toss It: 8 Montgomery County Repair Shops Worth Knowing

A worn-out heel, a stopped watch, and a lamp with a stubborn switch could all send you to the same. street. Cricket Avenue is home to a cobbler, a watch and clock shop, and a lamp shop. Elsewhere in Montgomery County, specialists repair everything from guitars to sewing machines. If...

Montgomery County, PA · 19h

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Wyomissing Borough Council considers new zoning rules for Berkshire Mall, nearby properties to give developers more flexibility

WYOMISSING, Pa. — There’s still no plan for what might replace the Berkshire Mall. But at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Wyomissing Borough Council will look at what could happen across the area. If a developer wanted to build something different at the mall, what could go in its place?...

Wyomissing, PA · 2d

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Wyomissing eyes 60% property tax hike in proposed 2027 budget

WYOMISSING, Pa. – It took the mayor’s vote to make it happen, but Wyomissing Borough will advertise a proposed 2027 general operating budget with a 60% tax increase. Wyomissing Borough Council was divided on advertising the proposed $31 million budget by a 3-3 vote Tuesday night. Mayor Frederick Levering was then required to vote to break the tie.

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

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North Penn didn't want season to end the way it was headed | Exclusive

All seemed well right around the midway point of the season. Perennial-power North Penn , the reigning PIAA District One Class 6A champion, sat at 4-2 and seemed headed for another high seed in the district tournament. And why would anyone think any differently? The Knights ' two losses had come against Central York (District Three) and Central Bucks West , two of the top teams in the state, while in their four wins they'd only allowed 14 total points. Then things changed. "We lost three straight games (to Pennridge, CB East and CB South ) and we started to question ourselves," North Penn senior quarterback London Evans said. "We had a team meeting and talked about everything and just tried to get everybody on the same page. We knew we had a good football team, but we weren't showing it. And nobody wanted to see our season, especially for the seniors, end without making the playoffs." But in a blink 4-2 turned into 4-5 and the Knights had to win their regular-season finale against Abington to secure a district tournament berth. "We were fired up and ready for Abington," North Penn senior wide receiver/running back Sal Colella said. "You

Lansdale, PA · 1d

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Pennsylvania Family Filled a 150-Year-Old, Four-Story Barn With Everything From Victorian Jewelry to Vintage Clothing

Four floors of antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry, and collectibles fill a Pennsylvania barn that has stood for approximately 150 years. What once served as a family auction house has become an enormous shopping destination where visitors can spend hours browsing. The business has been in the same family’s hands for...

Harleysville, PA · 5d

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Berks Technical Institute hosts food truck festival Thursday to show off Wyomissing campus, training programs

WYOMISSING, Pa. - Berks Technical Institute is hosting a food truck festival Thursday for community members to learn more about the Wyomissing campus and its training opportunities. The event runs for 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Berks County campus, located at 2205 Ridgewood Rd., Suite 100. Food trucks...

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

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Boy's Soccer State Playoffs Results

A trio of first round matchups took place in the state tournament for boy's soccer. Wissahickon vs. Northampton (4A) Jacob Fallenstein scored the game-winning goal in the second half of overtime to send Northampton to the quarterfinals with the 3-2 win. Wyomissing vs. Northern Lehigh (2A) It was all Wyomissing...

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

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New Reading restaurant to serve up fresh pizza, pasta, cheesesteaks and more

READING, Pa. – A new spot for specialty pizzas, sandwiches, and six-packs of beer is coming soon to Berks County. Anthony’s Pizzeria 817, offering freshly prepared pizza, pasta, and other dishes along with beer and wine to-go, is tentatively set to open on Nov. 19 at 817 Oley St. in Reading, owner Henry Cruz told 69 News.

Reading, PA · 1d

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Malvern Prep Celebrates 19 Friars Committing to Play Collegiate Athletics

Today, members of the Malvern Prep Community came together to celebrate the first group of Friar student-athletes to officially announce their commitments to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. These seniors have demonstrated incredible dedication, hard work, and passion, both in the classroom and in competition. Congratulations to...

Malvern, PA · 1d

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Penn State Health to close Downtown Reading campus, transition most services to other Berks County locations

READING, Pa. - Penn State Health plans to close its Downtown Reading campus and transition most of its services to other Berks County locations by 2027, the health system told 69 News on Tuesday. With the exception of dental services, Penn State Health will continue offering all of its health...

Reading, PA · 2d

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Holiday tree to be lit in Reading, Holiday Parade planned for later this month

READING, Pa. - More signs of the holiday season are popping up in downtown Reading. Tuesday morning public works crews started building the Holiday Tree at Fifth and Penn streets. A tree lighting ceremony is planned for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, with holiday performances and appearances by Mayor Eddie...

Reading, PA · 2d

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Ursinus College Secures More Than $10 Million in Projected Support for Student Scholarships

As Ursinus College prepares to select its milestone 10th cohort of Abele Scholars, the college and the Abele Family Foundation are beginning a new chapter in their partnership. Building on its longstanding support, which enabled Ursinus to launch the Abele Scholars Program in 2018, the foundation — established by Will...

Collegeville, PA · 1d

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Generations Of Reading Families Have Stopped At The Peanut Bar Restaurant In Reading, Pennsylvania, For Free Peanuts

Some restaurants hand you a menu and a glass of water. One spot in downtown Reading hands you peanuts, and then it lets you toss the shells right onto the floor. Nobody frowns, and nobody grabs a broom in a panic. The practice has been going on for so long that grandparents, parents, and kids in Berks County have all shared the same simple ritual at the same tables.

Reading, PA · 1d

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Helping Harvest food bank to hold events Saturday: mobile market distribution, Scouting for Food collection

READING, Pa. - The local food bank Helping Harvest has two community events Saturday. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a mobile market at Reading Area Community College, located at 2nd and Chestnut streets. It is a “drive-thru distribution” for residents to receive food from their cars.

Reading, PA · 19h

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Pennsylvania Five-and-Dime Store Still Has Its Original Soda Fountain and 200 Model Airplanes Hanging Over Shoppers

About 200 model airplanes hang from the ceiling of one small Pennsylvania variety store. Yes, you can shop for dish towels and old-fashioned candy under an entire squadron. Up front, an old soda fountain still serves lunch to anyone who grabs a stool. Milkshakes, malts, and fresh root beer still come from the same counter that generations of local families have leaned on.

Quakertown, PA · 2d