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Road closures around Hersheypark Stadium announced ahead of upcoming concerts this weekend
HERSHEY, Pa. — With two big concerts at Hersheypark Stadium expected to draw large crowds this weekend, the Derry Township Police Department on Friday announced temporary road closures in the Hersheypark area to help with the anticipated traffic rush. On Friday, when Creed is performing, the following roads will...
Charges over new N. Annville Twp. ordinance filed one day, dropped the next
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Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers to deploy to Europe to help train soldiers with Ukrainian Armed Forces
FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. — Around 150 soldiers from the Pennsylvania National Guard will soon make their way to Europe to begin a year-long deployment. On Wednesday, the soldiers were honored with a deployment ceremony at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County. The ceremony allowed friends and family to say goodbye to their loved ones before heading overseas.
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...
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.
Manheim Township Starbucks workers vote for union at Belmont Shoppes location
Baristas and shift supervisors at Starbucks in The Shoppes at Belmont in Manheim Township voted 19-0 this week to join Workers United, an affiliate of Service Employees International Union, according to the National Labor Relations Board. There were 24 eligible employees to vote at the 1581 Fruitville Pike Starbucks; five...
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...
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 Public Library awarded Professional Development Mini-Grant
The Pennsylvania Department of Education Office of Commonwealth Libraries has announced that 14 libraries across Pennsylvania have been awarded Professional Development Mini-Grants to enable librarians and staff to develop new skills and stay up to date on current trends. In Berks County, the Reading Public Library received a $5,000 mini-grant.
Dog finds forever home after 7 years at shelter in Schuylkill County
PINE GROVE, Pa. — A shelter dog's long wait for a forever home is finally over. Pinky, a pit bull mix, was adopted this week after spending seven years at the Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA in Pine Grove, Schuylkill County. Rescue workers said it was hard to find a...
Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County is revitalizing its amphitheater
EPHRATA, Pa. — The Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County is one of the oldest tourist attractions in the Susquehanna Valley. Dating back to the early 1700s, it still draws visitors from around the world. Now, there's something new on the horizon, and you can help. "The Ephrata Cloister is...
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