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Locally sourced restaurant Tied House closes in Lancaster County
LITITZ, Pa. (WHTM) — A restaurant that was most known for its locally sourced cuisine and local brews recently announced its closure. The Tied House, located at 27-31 East Main Street in Lititz, Lancaster County announced over the weekend that they are now closed. The announced closure of the...
Berks County to conduct Mosquito Control Operation in Exeter Township and St. Lawrence Borough
The Berks County Conservation District Mosquito-Borne Disease Program has announced a truck-mounted, ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation scheduled for Tuesday, July 16th. The targeted areas include residential and recreational zones in Exeter Township south of Rt. 422 and the Exeter Happy Landings Park area in St. Lawrence Borough. This...
Sinking Spring new senior living community pays tribute to former Village Greens Golf Course
Donald S. Robitzer Jr. grew up on the Village Greens Golf Course operated by his family for more than 50 years. As a boy, he spent evenings watering the course and days playing golf. Robitzer appreciates the tribute to his family’s legacy at The Residence at Village Greens, a senior...
11-year-old given citizenship award for saving animals from pet store fire
EXETER TWP., Pa. -- A Berks County boy was honored with a citizenship award on Sunday. The boy, 11-year-old Cole Lechuga, was at Perfect Match Pet Shop in Exeter Township when it caught fire back on June 4th. He's credited with getting all the cats out of the store on...
Reading Pride Celebration announces Mayor Eddie Morán as Berks Pride Fest 2024 Grand Mashall
Reading Pride Celebration has announced the selection of Mayor Eddie Morán as Grand Marshall of the 18th Berks Pride Fest 2024. “Mayor Moran has been a true ally & Friend to Reading Pride and the LGBTQ+ community from his first day in office,” said Enrique Castro, Jr. Executive Director of Reading Pride Celebration (RPC).
Bethel Twp. supervisors confirm bridge ownership, plan to replace superstructure
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Hunter, dog-tracking handler seminar to be held in Lancaster County
The American Blood Trackers Association (ABTA) will be hosting a combined hunter and dog-tracking handler seminar from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. It will take place at the Hand-In-Hand Fire Company, 313 Enterprise Drive, Bird-in-Hand. The cost is $75, which includes food and drinks, and you...
Community theater set to dazzle downtown Reading
When dealt a devastating blow, a hero has two options: give up and succumb to the woes of fate; or rise and become a beacon of hope to the world. A theater project between community engagement organization Barrio Alegría and the Reading Public Library aims to explore what a hero is made of, especially when the cards are stacked against them.
Portion of Pleasure Road in Lancaster area will be closed through the end of August; detour in place
LANCASTER, Pa. — The long-term closure of a Lancaster-area roadway began this week. A portion of Pleasure Road in Manheim Township was closed Monday to begin a culvert repair project, the township's police department said. The road is expected to be closed until the end of August, according to police.
Officials Celebrate Progress Toward CRIZ Designation for City of Reading
Mayor Eddie Morán and State Representative Manny Guzman (D-Berks) express excitement as the state advances the City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) program, bringing Reading one step closer to securing this crucial designation. “This achievement is vital for our city’s economic development strategy and promises transformative benefits for our diverse community,” said Mayor Morán.
Multiple counties in Central PA announce extended senior center hours to help keep older residents cool
LANCASTER, Pa. — As the temperatures continue to soar on Monday, several area senior centers are offering extended hours to help keep Central Pennsylvania seniors cool. The Lancaster County Office of Aging announced that eight senior centers across the county will offer extended hours, while the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging said it will open three of its locations longer on Monday and Tuesday to help its seniors escape the heat.
Bridge inspections, drainage work: PennDOT upcoming roadwork July 15, 2024
PennDOT maintenance forces and private contractors have scheduled several construction projects in Berks County this week. To help our readers avoid travel delays, here are a few of the most notable projects. In Ruscombmanor Township, there will be utility work at the intersection of PA 12 and PA 73 from...
Berks Arts Announces Organizational Changes
Berks Arts has announced several organizational changes. On Monday, June 24, during its annual meeting, the Berks Arts board voted to accept Justin Heimbecker’s resignation as executive director and, at the same time, voted to appoint Tish Davis as the new executive director. Heimbecker submitted his resignation after serving...
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