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EPA returns to Lincoln Chemical site as removal of hazardous materials continues
READING, Pa. - More than six months after back-to-back fires tore through the former Lincoln Chemical Company in the 600 block of South 9th Street, much progress has been made in getting the site cleaned up. "There are acids and detergents and some of them are benign and some of...
Million Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold In Reading
A shopper at a Reading corner store paid $20 this week to become a millionaire. The lucky winner earned the top prize playing the Million Dollar Cashfall scratch-off game, according to state gaming officials. Reading Beverage at 1257 North 9th St. will receive a $5,000 bonus for…
Video captures loose cow running down Lancaster County street, as person in pursuing Jeep tries to rope it
NEW HOLLAND, Pa. — Only in Lancaster County! A video is making the rounds on social media showing a loose cow trotting down a street in New Holland. The video from Eric Santos shows the cow running down the road, while someone in a Jeep tries to rope it out of the passenger window.
Maxatawny Twp. crash kills Topton man
MAXATAWNY TWP., Pa. - The Berks County Coroner's Office pronounced a 67-year-old man dead at the scene of a two car accident that occurred late Saturday night. Pennsylvania State Police called to the scene at 11:44 p.m. Saturday say Jerry Gambler of Topton died after his vehicle failed to clear a stop sign at the intersection of Topton Road and Route 222 Northbound. Gambler's vehicle struck another vehicle which was driving on Route 222.
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'Piece by piece': Partial demo of Reading church continues
READING, Pa. - Crews from Empire Services wrapped up a little early Friday following one week of demolition work. Piece by piece, the partial demo work at the former St. Cecilia Church at Perkiomen Avenue and Spruce Street in Reading continues. "When the whole tower collapsed, everything went down underneath...
Reading Man Brandished Gun at Driver of Vehicle on I-78: Police
A 23-year-old Reading man is accused of brandishing a firearm in a threatening manner at another Reading man who was traveling in a different vehicle on I-78 west in Lower Saucon Township. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. A 23-year-old Reading man is accused of brandishing a firearm in a...
The Inn on Main: Historic Oley’s Fine Dine
It’s pure joy to take in the marvelous renovation at The Inn on Main in Oley and equally enjoyable to experience a brash, innovative cuisine that is not only seasonal but responds directly to what the Berks County public has long yearned for. From fine wines to Filet Mignon with Bearnaise (or your choice of four other elegantly created sauces), signature drinks to classy entrees such as ProsciuttoCrusted Scallops, this historic locale “revival-restaurant” offers all the menu depth that a storied stone building demands for discerning diners.
‘Health To Go’ interactive vending machine launches in Reading
Penn State College of Medicine has partnered with the SOS Berks Opioid Coalition to launch a new smart ‘Health To Go’ vending machine that can provide free health, wellness and personal care items and connect users to community services. The vending machine is located in the lobby of...
Danner Wins Thrilling USAC Sprint Feature at Grandview Before the Rain
BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – Briggs Danner of Allentown Pa. was able to win out on a four driver battle for the lead, then fend off a last lap challenge from Steven Drevicki of Reading, Pa. to score the win in the 25-lap Rapid Tire USAC East Coast Sprint Series feature Saturday night at Grandview Speedway.
Steel River Playhouse Presents ‘The Prom’
The Steel River Playhouse presents "The Prom," a heartwarming story that celebrates inclusion and acceptance, running from May 25 to Jun. 9. It’s a prom for everyone at Steel River Playhouse (245 E. High Street, Pottstown). A small-town girl wants to take her girlfriend to the prom, and when...
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