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Martin's County Market will not reopen, owner's put the local landmark up for sale
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — The Lancaster County landmark, Martin’s County Market, will not be reopening and is officially up for sale, according to local reality sites. The owners are now looking for a new buyer to either purchase the building or lease it. The family-owned business had...
After vandalism, Lebanon Cemetery reopens in time for Memorial Day
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) — All but a small section of a vandalized cemetery in York is open in time for Memorial Day. Friends of Lebanon Cemetery announced Sunday that the cemetery had reopened to the public. One section, they said, remains temporarily closed. “Please use caution when visiting the...
Wyomissing’s Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony: Honoring our Nation’s Heros
The Borough of Wyomissing proudly announces its Annual Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony, set to take place on Saturday, May 25th, 2024. This cherished community event will commence promptly at 10:00 AM, starting from Wyomissing Hills Elementary School and winding through the surrounding neighborhood before culminating at the Wyomissing Hills Memorial Park and Playground.
Storms knock out power for thousands in the Lehigh Valley
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Thousands of people are without power Thursday morning as strong thunderstorms move across the region.According to PPL Electric, nearly 12,000 customers in Lehigh County are without power as of 9 a.m., and more than 10,000 customers are without power in Northampton County.Met-Ed says more than 400 of its customers in Lehigh County lost power, while more than 2,000 people are without power in Berks County.The brunt of this storm system, which packed reports of gusty winds, heavy downpours and hail, has moved out of the region, though meteorologist Grant Gilmore says these storms have produced damage in the Bethlehem area, including downed trees and power lines.In the Philadelphia area, the most severe weather has moved on, though there's still a chance for spotty but strong showers throughout the morning.As the front drops to our south this afternoon, skies will clear for a partly sunny second half of the day. Another round of showers is possible late tonight and again early Friday morning.
Local teen actress Leilah Giddens shines on global stage in Tubi’s hit series ‘My Crazy Quince’
Berks County’s own rising star, Leilah Giddens, a student at Conrad Weiser High School, recently captivated audiences nationwide with her debut appearance on Tubi’s hit series, “My Crazy Quince.” Episode 2, featuring the talented young actor, aired on May 16th, 2024. Giddens, whose passion for acting...
Investigation into animal hoarding and cruelty case continues
BERN TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Efforts are underway to evaluate and treat the 51 cats and dogs that authorities say they removed from a house in Bern Township Wednesday. Officials with the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) say they initially responded to check up on an animal with a broken leg.
Sunday's Major League Linescores
Kikuchi, Richards (4), Pop (5), Swanson (7), Y.García (8), Romano (9) and D.Jansen; Mize, Wentz (5), Vest (6), Holton (7), Foley (8), Englert (9) and J.Rogers, C.Kelly. W_Englert 1-0. L_Romano 1-2. HRs_Toronto, Biggio (2), Kiner-Falefa (4), Varsho (10). Detroit, Torkelson (4), C.Kelly (2), Vierling (5). Kansas City000001000—170 Tampa...
State Police seek public’s help in finding fugitive
MOUNT AETNA, Pa. (WHTM) – State troopers are searching for a man they say led them on a police chase Tuesday and are seeking the public’s assistance. The Pennsylvania State Police at Jonestown said a white Hispanic man fled in a teal Jeep Renegade in Berks County. He...
Memorial Day cookouts cost more this year as price of one BBQ staple jumps a staggering 50 percent in one year
Data collected by Datasembly on grocery prices in the past year point to a more than 10% cost increase in foods that are staples in Memorial Day festivities.
Be prepared for thunderstorms and gusty winds in part of Pennsylvania until Wednesday evening
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:43 p.m. for thunderstorms and gusty winds until 8 p.m. for Western Chester, Eastern Chester, Western Montgomery and Upper Bucks as well as Carbon, Monroe, Berks, Lehigh and Northampton counties. "Isolated showers and thunderstorms will move through this...
City officials dedicate new Baer Park Splash Pad and Rain Garden
On a bright Monday morning, the City of Reading celebrated a significant milestone in its commitment to community enrichment and sustainability with the dedication ceremony for the newly completed Baer Park Splash Pad and Rain Garden. City officials, including Mayor Eddie Moran, gathered alongside project contributors and local residents to...
Florida-based real estate investment trust acquires Berks County healthcare building for $10.5 million
BERN TWP., Pa. - Sila Realty Trust, a company that sees opportunity in an aging U.S. population, said it has acquired a medical building in Berks County for $10.5 million. The Tampa-based real estate investment trust (REIT) said it bought a two-story, 30,000-square-foot outpatient building on the campus of the Tower Behavioral Health facility, about four miles north of Reading. Sila did not disclose the address. Tower Behavioral Health is on Wellness Drive in Bern Township, near the Reading Regional Airport.
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