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Summer playground program in full swing
The township summer playground program continues through July 26. Locations include Devonshire, Frank McCullough Sr., Lindberg and Laubach parks. Any township student who has completed kindergarten through age 12 is able to participate. Registration can be completed the first day at the park you will be attending. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon Mondays through Friday and 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. LEFT: Lobach Jäckelyn Lema completes a handstand at the Laubach Park summer playground program. Additional photos appear on Page A11.PRESS PHOTO BY C. RICHARD CHARTRAND.
Norwegian Cruise Line picks Philadelphia for new homeport
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (WHTM) – For the first time, Philadelphia will serve as a major cruise port. The Port of Philadelphia will be Norwegian Cruise Line’s new homeport starting in the 2026 spring/summer season. On April 16, 2026, Norwegian Jewel will commence seven-to-nine-day cruises to Bermuda out of Philadelphia from the SouthPort Marine Terminal Complex. Philadelphia will also […]
Thanks to Dedicated Volunteers, Historic Carousel at Pottstown Back in Action
A Pottstown historic carousel is once again up and running after a decades-long hiatus thanks to the dedication of a group of committed volunteers, reports Todd Haas for 6abc. “It’s a work of art, really,” said State Rep. Joe Ciresi. “If you just come in, if you don’t want to ride it, just look at it. It’s unbelievable how beautiful it is. And to know the people volunteered to restore it.”
Century plant blooms at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa.
Something very special is blooming at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pa. right now.The rare century plant only flowers once every few decades."In its native habitat, it could take up to 100 years to grow to flower. But here at Longwood Gardens, ours is a rockstar, you could say, living life pretty large," said East Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens.The 36-foot-tall plant in the Silver Garden is bursting through the greenhouse."We actually took a pane of glass out and we have hundreds of flowers up top - bees, butterflies, birds pollinating that thing," says Gercens.This one is 22 years old. It...
Luke Bryan to perform at Dauphin County farm
Country star Luke Bryan will trade the arena stage for a Dauphin County farm in September. He chose Bow Creek Farm & Cattle Co. in Grantville to round out his 2024 "Farm Tour" schedule. This year will be Bryan's 15th of setting up stages in the fields of local farms to give back to the community.
Pedestrian killed in Port Richmond in crash involving driver wanted out of Bucks County
A driver wanted in Bucks County was captured after a tragic accident in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section.The victim was standing behind a parked van on the corner of Frankford and Allegheny avenues around 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday when he was struck.The crash happened just two blocks from his home.Police say surveillance video shows the car the wanted man was driving was traveling east on Allegheny Avenue when the vehicle jumped the curb, slammed into a concrete barrier, then a metal barrier before hitting a 38-year-old man.The victim was launched roughly 30 feet into the intersection, police say.The pedestrian died at the scene.ALSO SEE: 30-year-old woman on bike killed after being struck by speeding driver in Center City PhiladelphiaThe driver is a 41-year-old man, according to police. His identity has not yet been released.He was not injured.Police are not saying why there was a search warrant for the driver in Bucks County.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
ArtsQuest's Blast Furnace Blues to showcase music, barbecue competition
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Local and national blues acts will take the stage at SteelStacks this weekend. ArtsQuest’s annual Blast Furnace Blues Festival, celebrating its 13th year, will return with 11 musical acts paired with plenty of delicious, smoked eats. The free outdoor festival will be from 5 to...
Over $26 million coming to Central PA for water infrastructure improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced Thursday $207.6 million to improve water infrastructure across the state. The funds, approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), will help communities access clean, safe drinking water, remove or replace hazardous contained pipes and collect and treat wastewater. Of that $207.6 million, $26,013,070 is being […]
Pennsylvania sees first human case of West Nile Virus this year
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- A Baldwin resident has been hospitalized with Allegheny County's first human case of West Nile virus this year. The Allegheny County Health Department said the Baldwin resident experienced fever and weakness, leading to hospitalization. The health department won't be releasing any more information but said the patient reported being outside frequently.
New York Times: Phoenixville’s 25th Annual Blobfest Celebrates Nostalgia from Popular 1958 Film
The 25th annual Blobfest took place in Phoenixville from July 12-14. The event celebrates the 1958 film "The Blob," which was mostly filled in Phoenixville near The Colonial Theatre. Since 2000, Phoenixville has been the host city of the annual Blobfest, a festival that celebrates the 1958 film, “The Blob,”...
Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival Set To Debut at Greater Philadelphia Expo Center Sept. 28-29
The Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival is set to make its grand debut at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Sept. 28-29. The Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival is set to make its grand debut at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Sept. 28-29. The Pennsylvania Chocolate and...
Elected Democrats, candidate call for Dauphin County party leadership to resign
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Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks
EXETER TWP., Pa. - "When one facility went out of production, half the country couldn't find sole source nutrients for their babies,” said CEO of ByHeart, Ron Belldegrun. Now, a bill in D.C. called the Investing in New Families and Newborns Through Tax Credit Act aims to give a boost to places like ByHeart, an Exeter Township-based baby formula company.
Pa. borough closes hall following threats sparked by mayor’s comments in wake of Trump shooting
BERNVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — A Berks County borough hall is closed after “threatening communications” were received following comments made by the borough’s mayor following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Bernville Borough Council issued a statement offering condolences to the victims of the shooting,...
Update: Excessive heat warning previously issued will expire at 8 p.m.
The warning was for Berks, Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks counties. "The threat of dangerous heat has ended," according to the National Weather Service. Tips from the weather service for staying safe during a heat wave. Stay hydrated: Make sure to drink plenty of fluids. Seek shelter: Opt for an air-conditioned...
Fleetwood man trains for shot to win gold at Olympics
MAIDENCREEK TWP., Pa. - Just a little over a week away from the 2024 Olympic Games, a Berks County man is gearing up for his chance to compete. He'll be the seventh person with ties to the county to head to the Olympics. On Aug. 2, you can tune into...
Penn State Board of Trustees sued by one of its members
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is facing a lawsuit from one of its own members after allegedly refusing to give access to important information. Trustee Barry Fenchak filed the suit Tuesday, June 16, after repeatedly asking about Penn State’s use of the endowment money since “June of 2022.” In the […]
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