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Dumpster Day provides Reading residents a chance to clear out the clutter
READING, Pa. - The City of Reading is once again hosting a Dumpster Day. "We place dumpsters in 10 spots around the City of Reading," said Clean City Coordinator, Ryan Bradley. "People can clean out their basements, clean out their backyards, for free." Bradley said he picks the spots for...
Berks County Farm honored for 200 years of family legacy
The Shapiro Administration has recognized the George R. and Barbara A. Hess Farm in Shoemakersville, Berks County, as a Pennsylvania Bicentennial Farm, marking over 200 years of family ownership and operation. This prestigious designation, awarded by Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, highlights the Hess family’s enduring commitment to agriculture and their community, preserving a vital part of Berks County’s rural heritage.
Dollar General stocks shelves with fresh food
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Trips to the grocery store just got a little easier for some people in Lancaster County as the Dollar General Corporation stocks shelves with healthier food options. Mary Cunningham, a shopper, first noticed the fresh produce on Thursday while visiting the Dollar General chain store...
Final 'Wacky Water Wednesday' of summer goes out with a splash
READING, Pa. - It's a sure sign summer is coming to an end. This is the final "Wacky Water Wednesday" of the summer. Reading officials opened up a fire hydrant at the Glenside Homes Wednesday afternoon. Makeshift splash pads came to 10 locations in the city this summer as part...
Lancaster County prison committee closes meetings, silences members
Austin Beiler, the director of operations at the Lancaster Airport Authority and a resident of West Lampeter Township, is entering his third year as a member of the Lancaster County Prison Advisory Committee, a panel whose work is entering a critical final year of planning — the largest capital project in the county’s history could break ground before the close of 2025.
Berks County Board of Elections addresses complaints about Laureldale polling location
READING, Pa. – The Berks County Board of Elections learned Thursday that a controversary surrounding the established voting location in Laureldale Borough is in the process of being settled. Director of Elections Anne Norton said she has been able to reach out to the Laureldale Athletic Association which has...
Reading’s Charlotte Zabinski wins March ‘Super Neighbor’ award for exceptional home maintenance
Mayor Eddie Morán, The City of Reading, and Keep Reading Beautiful (KRB), has announced the March 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...
Rides to be offered in WWII aircraft at upcoming air show
LITITZ, Pa. (WHTM) — If you’ve ever wanted to ride in a vintage World War II airplane, you’ll have your chance next month. The Commemorative Air Force Capital Wing is offering warbird rides at the Lancaster Air Show in Lititz over the weekend of Sept. 6-8. Rides...
Seven more Lancaster County farms will be preserved thanks to funding
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — Lancaster County is number one in the country for farmland preservation and it isn’t stopping anytime soon. Seven more farms totaling 652 acres will now be preserved across the county. More than $2-million of state funding and $540,000 of county funding is being used. Once a farm is preserved, the […]
CHS win upheld in Pennsylvania hospital sale dispute
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's ruling that Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health Systems was in compliance with licensing requirements when it sold Pottstown (Pa.) Hospital to Tower Health. West Reading, Pa.-based Tower Health sued CHS alleging the for-profit system breached an asset purchase agreement the...
Take a look inside the Academy of Live Technology at Rock Lititz
Rock Lititz, the entertainment venue in Lancaster County, started a new chapter on Friday with the launch of a program that will offer students hands-on experience while earning a degree. The Academy of Live Technology at Rock Lititz opened its newly constructed education facility and welcomed students from the Pennsylvania...
Fresh fruit, veggie giveaway to be held at Pottstown YMCA
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - State Representative Joe Ciresi (D - 146th) announced a community event offering free fresh fruit and vegetables for local families. The giveaway will take place Saturday, August 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the YWCA, located at 301 King St., Pottstown. Organizers say the event...
What $500,000 or less gets you in Lancaster County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Lancaster County, here's what sold for or under $500,000 between Aug. 12 and Aug. 18. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top 10 properties in each area, selected based on their proximity to the desired price range and the most spacious living areas available.
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