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ATV, motorbike 'gatherings' concern some Reading residents, officials
READING, Pa. – Reading City Council heard comments from a city resident Monday night who said he feared for his life when his vehicle was surrounded by a large gathering of motorbikes and all-terrain vehicles. The resident said that on Sunday, April 14, hundreds of operators of motorbikes and...
Warmer today with sunshine and some afternoon clouds; a few showers Wednesday
Plenty of clouds with a shower in spots late. Low: 47. Mostly cloudy and breezy with a couple of showers, especially in the morning. High: 65 Low: 33. Lots of sunshine made for a pleasant Monday to start the work and school week, albeit a bit cool for late April. Our average high for this time of year is in the mid 60s, and we've been at or below that level since the middle of last week, including Monday with highs in the lower 60s.
Officials propose location of Reading train station
READING, Pa. – Reading City Council on Monday night heard a report on a train station analysis for the proposed Schuylkill River passenger rail service that is being studied to restore passenger rail between Reading and Philadelphia. Stantec Engineering project manager AJ Thackrah spoke to council during its Committee...
What Taylor Swift’s home county in Pennsylvania explains about the 2024 election
Few people generate as many headlines as Taylor Swift. Her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and subsequent appearances at his games, including the Super Bowl, created bad blood among many right-wingers. Meanwhile, Democrats hope that an endorsement of Joe Biden would make him untouchable.But while the lavender haze of the primaries wears off, only a handful of states remain, including Swift’s home state of Pennsylvania. Particularly, her home county of Berks County explains plenty about the 2024 election. Here’s how Berks County will drop everything now for Trump or speak now for Biden (and bonus points...
Tower Health’s High School Internship Program recognized for workforce innovation
Reading Hospital – Tower Health received a prestigious award for its High School Internship Program, which helps to address gaps in career exploration opportunities through hands-on experiences. The program was one of three organizations statewide to receive the Workforce Innovators Award from The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) through its 2024 Achievement Awards.
New details emerge in human trafficking arrest in Bern Twp.
BERN TWP., - A man is under arrest and his two alleged victims are safe after one of them made a desperate call to 911. Police were initially alerted around 4 p.m. Friday after authorities received reports of two people being held against their will inside a tractor trailer. Court...
Earthquake reported in Pennsylvania
(WHTM)– An earthquake was reported in Pennsylvania on Friday. According to Earthquake Track’s website, there was a 2.4 magnitude earthquake reported in Berks County just after 4:30 p.m. So far, there have been a total of 27 reports of the earthquake that was found to have originated in Lincoln Park, more specifically at 40.321°N 75.975°W, […]
Moldy hotdog buns, slicer blade with food residue: Restaurant Inspections, Apr. 19, 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.
Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival ready to kick off on 4/20
KUTZTOWN, Pa. - Renninger's Farmer's Market has been turned into a cannabis lover's dream. It's the 10th annual Pennsylvania Cannabis Fest. Starting on 4/20, organizers said they are making sure this 10th year is better than ever. "You know what they say, go big or go home and we're not...
Man on illegal dirt bike charged after leading Reading Police on chase
READING, Pa. - A Reading man is under arrest after allegedly fleeing police on an illegal dirt bike. Early Sunday evening, police on patrol observed two people on dirt bikes without license plates on the sidewalk near 10th and Washington streets. Court documents state that the pair noticed police and...
Buy this charmingly retro dining car on Facebook for $35,000
This living slice of nostalgia is looking for a new lease on life. In Womelsdorf, Pennsylvania, a classic Fodero Dining Car that had long served as a local eatery has hit the market for just $35,000 — and its next owner can simply buy it online. “Looking to sell as a complete unit, not interested in selling parts. In fair condition,” seller Mike Weaver wrote in his listing for the restaurant-vessel on Facebook Marketplace, adding “Transportation options available.” People on weight loss drugs like Ozempic save big on restaurants, take-out: survey Indeed, the stainless steel dining car does not include the lot it currently...
Police in Berks County gear up for 4/20 weekend with crackdown on impaired driving
The North Central Regional DUI Enforcement Program is reminding all travelers to drive safely this weekend. Expecting an in increased incidents of impaired driving this weekend with Saturday’s date 4/20, (4/20 having significance in the cannabis culture) police will employ DUI Checkpoints and DUI Roving Patrols to keep all impaired drivers off the highways throughout Berks County.
Update: Frost advisory expected to expire at 9 a.m.
The advisory was for Western Chester, Eastern Chester, Western Montgomery, Eastern Montgomery, Upper Bucks and Lower Bucks as well as Berks, Lehigh, Northampton and Delaware counties. "The Frost Advisory will be allowed to expire at 9 am. However, another frost advisory may be needed for portions of the area for...
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