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Clothes observed being washed in buckets in ware washing sink, evidence of roach activity: Restaurant Inspections, May 9, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County. Inspections are a “snapshot” of the day and time of the inspection. Violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the facility. For more information on retail food inspection reports, visit: agriculture.pa.gov.
Homes at or under $500,000 in Lebanon
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between April 29 and May 5. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Lebanon, all of which featured homes under $500,000. Below, we provide an overview of the top three...
Schuylkill County man dies after Berks County crash
BETHEL TOWNSHIP, BERKS COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Schuylkill County man died in the hospital after crashing in Berks County Tuesday afternoon. Pennsylvania State Police say the crash happened in the area of State Route 183 and Appalachian National Scenic Trail Tuesday around 2:30 p.m. Troopers say when they arrived on the scene they found the car […]
'We need to get this crime under control': Residents react to ‘smash and grab’ theft at ATM
TULPEHOCKEN TWP., Pa - Pennsylvania State Police say the thieves used a stolen pickup truck and wore masks to hide their faces during a brazen, early morning theft. "I come here at six o'clock in the morning to the Sunoco and got a cup of coffee, and it was full of troopers over there," said Leon Martin of Myerstown. "I mean, it was just packed full."
Locally-owned Lebanon Co. cafe announces closure
NORTH CORNWALL TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — A local breakfast and lunch cafe in Lebanon County recently announced that they will be closing their doors for good in the coming days. Cafe Panache is a locally sourced cafe with a ‘French flair’ that first opened its doors at 931 Russell...
71st Apple Dumpling Festival promises fun for everyone
SINKING SPRING, Pa. - How do you like them apples?. "Oh! Here we are, at the 71st annual Apple Dumpling Festival at Willow Glen Park in Sinking Spring," said owner Patrick Konopelski. Konopelski said this year's fest is sure to be "ap-peeling" for friends, families and neighbors. "The Apple Dumpling...
Wanted in Berks: Jeremiah Colon
READING POLICE, Pa. - Police in Reading are asking for help locating a teen wanted for aggravated assault. On March 28, police say 18-year-old Jeremiah Colon went into the victim's residence through a window and grabbed their phone and began looking through it. It was then that police say Colon...
Mice droppings in rear storage area: Lebanon County restaurant inspections, May 6, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Tony’s Roma Pizzeria, 52 W. Main St. Myerstown, April 24. Pass. The floor/wall juncture in rear storage area is not coved and closed to 1/32 inch. Evidence of mice (droppings) in rear storage area and closet.
PA Fire Captain, 43, Dies of Heart Attack Following Strenuous Overtime Shift
Captain Derrick Nester, 43 years of age and a 17-year veteran of the Wyomissing Fire Department, unexpectedly passed away at home on Monday, May 6, 2024. The U.S. Fire Administration announced the line-of-duty death Thursday. “Captain Derrick L. Nester was working an overtime shift on Sunday, May 5, 2024, when...
Lebanon County property transfers: See area home sale prices
The following real estate transfers were recorded recently in Lebanon County:. June G. Hollinger Estate to Mark A. Smith, 618 Hill St., $158,000. Lloyd and Ada Sensenig to Michael Kohler, 711 S. 15th St., $154,750. Roberto Valentin to Natalia Aybar, 593 Guilford St., $225,000. Cityscape Development Group LLC to PJZ...
School officials: Investigation underway after student brings knife to Richland Elementary
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Officials with the Richland School District say an investigation is underway after an elementary student reportedly brought a knife to school on Thursday. School officials say the incident was addressed immediately and the district is working with local law enforcement to conduct a thorough...
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