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New warehouse in Upper Macungie corridor gets OK
UPPER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — A revised warehouse plan in the township is one step closer to construction. Upper Macungie Zoning Hearing Board on Wednesday unanimously approved a revised plan for a warehouse at Nestle Way and Schantz Road, across the road from the municipal building. The warehouse would...
Weekend-long car show begins n MontCo
POTTSTOWN, Pa. -- A weekend-long car show is underway in Pottstown, Montgomery County. L'oe Show held a bike ride and brunch Friday morning. On Saturday, visitors can enjoy a car and coffee event, group meet-ups and more. The Main Show closes the weekend on Sunday. There will be prizes, special...
Dwelling fire reported in city of Reading
READING, Pa. -- Firefighters responded to a dwelling fire in Reading Friday. It was reported in the 600 block of Locust St. in the city. Reports say the small structure fire was mostly knocked down by 5:20 p.m. No words on injuries or what caused the fire to start. This...
Reading Country Club in Exeter up for sale
EXETER TWP., Pa. - The landmark Reading Country Club is up for sale. Exeter Township, which owns the property, specifies a minimum asking price of 4.8 Million dollars, according to their website. The property for sale includes the golf course and clubhouse. The township says bids will be accepted until...
'Stomachs of steel:' Allentown Fair hosts Scrapple-eating contest, no forks needed
ALLENTOWN, PA. — In a matter of minutes, Josh Kraty used his hands to stuff close to three pounds of scrapple into his mouth. Months of stomach expansion training led up to that victorious moment. Two seats down, Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk stuck a fork in the meat and...
From livestock to live music: 2024 Great Allentown Fair’s gates open (PHOTOS)
A slice of some good ol’ Americana was on display as the Great Allentown Fair opened Wednesday night at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The fair hosts a little something for everyone, from amusement rides to live entertainment, livestock, concerts, games, food and more. A few highlights from Wednesday showcased local...
Pa. House committee helps open Allentown Fair, as CDC urges precautions around livestock
The 172nd Great Allentown Fair that opened Wednesday and continues through Labor Day provides a vital link to Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage, along with world-class entertainment, rides and food from 82 vendors. That’s according to state lawmakers who met Wednesday inside the Agri~Plex on the Allentown Fairgrounds at North 17th...
Electrical odor at Cedarbrook causes temporary evacuation
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - Lehigh County Communications has confirmed that several residents of the Cedarbrook Nursing Home were evacuated around noon Friday, following reports of a power outage and electrical smell. EMS crews were called at 12:03 p.m. to the county-owned facilities at 4243 Dorney Park Road. Odor was...
Managing the Lehigh Valley's warehouse boom: The search for solutions
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — Battles over warehouses are nothing new, as those living in Lower Macungie can attest. A 2010 agreement between the township and Jaindl Land Co. diverted plans for a nearly 700-acre quarryin Lower Macungie Township in favor of a mix of residential, commercial and industrial development.
Allentown's Back-to-School Bash: Free supplies and axe-throwing for students
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- A faith-based nonprofit agency in Allentown is helping families save money as their kids begin the new school year. The Lehigh Conference of Churches hosted its first-ever Back-to-School Bash Friday in Allentown. Students stocked up on free school supplies and got free hair cuts. Students also enjoyed...
September Events In and Around Chester County, PA
Enjoy an outdoor BYO dinner under the lights with live music and beverage vendors. The event is modeled after traditional late summer or early fall Dinner in White events held in communities around the world. Guests enjoy takeout from one of Pottstown’s restaurants and eateries, or prepare their own picnic meal, dine together and say farewell to summer with a ceremonial white-napkin wave. Smith Family Plaza at Borough Hall, 150 E. High St., Pottstown. 6 to 9 p.m. $15. FeteEnBlancPottstown.com.
Renewed Centre Park opens in Reading after extensive restoration
The City of Reading celebrated the dedication of the newly revitalized Centre Park, located at 725 Centre Ave. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held Friday morning, marked the completion of the project, and was attended by city officials, state representatives, along with local residents who have long been invested in the park’s future.
Berks County Board of Elections hears details on litigation involving the counting of mail-in ballots
READING, Pa. – The Berks County Board of Elections on Thursday heard a report concerning the details of a recent Commonwealth Court decision involving mail-in and absentee ballots. Special Counsel, Wyomissing attorney Jeff Butkowski, gave the details on the decision regarding Zimmerman V. the Depart of State. At issue...
Restoration on Portion of Monocacy Creek Is Underway | WDIY Local News
On Tuesday, Northampton County announced their partnership with Wildlands Conservancy to restore around a half mile of the Monocacy Creek. A press release from the County shared that the zone includes the part of the creek that flows through the Archibald Johnston Conservation Area (AJCA) in Bethlehem Township. The creek...
PennDOT: Pipe Replacement Project on Route 332 Begins Monday
PennDOT announced pipe replacement is scheduled on Route 332 (Newtown-Richboro Road) in Northampton and Newtown townships, under a $14.9 million project to upgrade stormwater management facilities over the next month. Motorists are advised of the following travel restrictions. Tuesday, September 3, through early October, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.,...
Pipe Replacement on Route 332: Expect Lane Closures and Delays
BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a pipe replacement project on Route 332 (Newtown Richboro Road) in Northampton and Newtown townships. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance stormwater management facilities across more than 90 state highways in the Philadelphia region.
Novus Medical Services celebrates opening of new Reading clinic
Novus Medical Services, a leading LGBTQ+-owned and affirming sexual health organization, celebrated the grand opening of its newest clinic in Reading, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday afternoon. The event marked the official opening of Novus’ sixth clinic in Eastern Pennsylvania, further expanding its reach to provide essential sexual health services to the community.
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