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Exton Man, Gene Delaplane, Digs Up the Past at the Oldest Home Still Standing in Berks County
Exton resident Gene Delaplane, a former history teacher and the president of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology’s local chapter, is among a group of volunteers who are working at the oldest house in Berks County to uncover remnants of everyday life in the 1700s, writes Susan Miers Smith for the Daily Local News.
Second winner announced for the “My Super Neighbor” competition
Mayor Eddie Morán, The City of Reading, and Keep Reading Beautiful (KRB), gave announced the February prize winner of the inaugural “My Super Neighbor” competition. This year-long initiative, aims to recognize outstanding home maintenance and promote community spirit, strengthening residents’ sense of belonging and appreciation. Through...
Primo Hoagies opens first Berks location
WYOMISSING, Pa. - Berks County's first Primo Hoagies opened Thursday at The Block at Wyomissing Square. Store officials cut the ribbon and broke bread before opening the doors at 10 a.m. The chain, which began in South Philly in 1992, has stores in eight states. The first 100 customers on...
Swimming Area closed at Blue Marsh Lake due to high bacteria levels
Swimming at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area of Blue Marsh Lake is currently restricted due to high bacteria levels, announced The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Friday afternoon. Officials say water tests will be done daily until the levels return to a safe level for public use. This only affects the water area, picnicking and boating will not be restricted at the lake.
More than 8,000 still have no power in the Lehigh Valley, Warren County
More than 8,000 residents remain without power a day and a half after windy storms swept through the Lehigh Valley and northwestern New Jersey. About 5,000 residents of Northampton and Lehigh counites still have no power and close to 3,500 are without power in Warren County, according to outage maps provided by local utility companies.
Schnecksville Fire Company celebrates Pennsylvania German Day
Schnecksville Fire Company is hosting a celebration of Pennsylvania German language and culture today. The celebration will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. This celebration comes as today, June 28, is designated to recognize Pennsylvania Germans.
Schnecksville Community Fair opens its gates
The 39th annual Schnecksville Community Fair opening ceremony on June 18 began on a somber note as fair President Emory Minnich announced this would probably be his last time on stage as president. “I have been looking for a replacement for about six years already,” Minnich said. “Nobody has stepped...
Summer in sand returns to Peddlers Village
You know it's officially summertime when 'Summer in Sand' returns to Peddlers Village. The event brings together world-renowned sand artists to sculpt and build massive works of art. Blakely McHugh is there with a preview of the sand sculptures!
Community works together for Pottstown cleanup
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - Community members came together in Pottstown to spruce things up. The non-profit organization Hobart's Run organized a community clean up. Volunteers focused on the area of Chestnut Street, Walnut and North Adams Street. After they finished cleaning things up, they got to enjoy pizza donated by Little...
Local media professor talks format ahead of big CNN Presidential Debate
READING, Pa. - Ready or not, it's once again presidential debate night in America. "70 percent of American voters are expected to watch tonight,” said Jodi Radosh, communications professor at Alvernia University. In addition to it being the earliest in the general election season, so early in fact neither...
'Let's celebrate this day': Pennsylvania German Day recognized by government to preserve culture, language
N. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - It was a celebration of all things Pennsylvania German, on Friday afternoon in Lehigh County. June 28 is officially designated by the state government to recognize the culture and language, which is also known as Pennsylvania Dutch. Wilkumm -- or welcome -- to Pennsylvania German...
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