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Recent Xfinity outages in Reading area caused by vandals

READING, Pa. - Xfinity says vandals were the cause of an outage in the region this past weekend. It says someone cut fiber lines early Sunday morning. Customers from Mohnton to Sinking Spring reported issues with their cable and internet for much of the day. Xfinity says the incident impacted...

Reading, PA · 13h
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After a fatal pedestrian crash near North 5th Street in Reading, one resident says the city needs to improve safety

READING, Pa. - A fatal pedestrian crash along North Fifth Street in Reading is raising concerns about traffic safety in the area, with one resident calling for permanent measures to slow drivers down. Victor Perez said he witnessed the crash on Oct. 7, when a 70-year-old man was struck by...

Reading, PA · 13h
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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 · 2d
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Copper wire thefts continue in Berks County

UNION TWP., Pa. - State police say more copper wires have been stolen in Berks County. They say someone took $2,500 worth of copper wire from between three telephone poles. The theft happened around Halloween in the 500 block of Fire Tower Road. Similar thefts have been reported in Robeson...

Berks County, PA · 1d

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Police: Driver seriously hurt after car collides with truck hauling trailer of wood on Route 10

CUMRU TWP., Pa. — A driver was hospitalized with serious injuries Tuesday after a car traveling the wrong way on Route 10 struck a truck hauling a trailer loaded with wood. Cumru Township Police Chief Madison Winchester told 69 News on scene that witnesses saw the car heading south in the northbound lane of Route 10 in Cumru Township. A truck traveling north in the northbound lane could not avoid the car and struck it nearly head-on, according to the police chief.

Cumru Township, PA · 2d

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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

Berks Weekly

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Berks County officials warn of rising scams targeting residents, veterans and businesses

Berks County officials are warning residents about an increase in sophisticated scams targeting people throughout the county, including older adults, veterans, business owners and families. The schemes range from fraudulent arrest warrants and impersonated law enforcement officers to fake government communications, cryptocurrency demands and attempts to steal personal information. During...

Berks County, PA · 2d

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Tip leads to assault charges for man after downtown State College altercation

CENTRE COUNTY. Pa. (WTAJ) — A Lancaster County man is facing charges after an anonymous tip given to police allegedly connected him to a State College assault investigation. Joshua Paul Musser, 21, of Ephrata, was arraigned Wednesday on multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, misdemeanor simple assault, and two summary charges after police said he […]

State College, PA · 15h

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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

Berks Weekly

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Reading pedestrian dies from injuries sustained in October crash

A 70-year-old Reading man has died from injuries sustained after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing a city street last month, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office. The victim was identified as Robert Bruce Bellairs Jr., 70, of the 600 block of North Sixth Street in...

Reading, PA · 2d

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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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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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Wyomissing Borough Council Adopts Redevelopment Overlay District

At its Nov. 10 Council Meeting, Wyomissing Borough Council voted to adopt revisions to its zoning ordinance modifying the C2 Overlay District to support the revitalization of aging commercial properties, including the Berkshire Mall area, by providing strategic flexibility for potential redevelopment. The district establishes a framework for future investment that prioritizes the Borough’s interest by preserving and improving the character and quality of life that residents value.

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

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Mayor Eddie Morán Announces the City of Reading’s 2026 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony

Mayor Eddie Morán invites the community to join the City of Reading’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 5:30 p.m., at the southeast corner of 5th & Penn Street in downtown Reading, a cherished tradition that celebrates the holiday season with joy, warmth, and unity.

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 · 20h

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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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Richland Borough tables well project payment discussion, hears tank update

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. Richland Borough Council approved two payments and a change order for Well No. 9 work, while tabling discussion on a final payment to Kinsley Construction at its Nov. 10 meeting. Council member Matt Johnson was...

Richland, PA · 1d

Lebanon Daily News

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Lebanon school officials hear feedback on possible withdrawal from CTC

Lebanon School District officials said a majority of survey respondents support a proposed in-house career and technical education program as school board members consider a potential withdrawal from the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center . During the school board's committee of the whole meeting Nov. 9, officials reported the findings of public feedback about potential plans for developing an in-house career and technology education program (CTE). Throughout October, Lebanon district officials hosted three forums to get public feedback while they consider exiting the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center (CTC). In addition to the public forums, Lebanon Superintendent Nicole Malinoski said school officials met with Lebanon High School faculty, hosted a district focus group in September and met with 41 high school students currently enrolled in the CTC. "Our goal as an administrative team is that every student leaves enrolled, enlisted, or employed in a career that they love, and our students and community are at the heart of this decision that we are making," she said to school board members. "We truly want to make the best decision for the students and the families that we serve." The Lebanon Daily News reported that the public forums had low

Lebanon, PA · 2d