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Officials to ramp up police presence, hoping to ensure safe, litter-free Labor Day weekend at Allentown parks
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Sean Barrett and his kids and grandchildren love coming to Canal Park for Labor Day weekend. "I just come out here to catch the scenery," he said. And they're not alone by a long shot. "Allentown's grown a lot, so Canal Park was built with a certain...
Football Recap: Daniel Boone Comes Up Short at Home Against Exeter Township
Daniel Boone couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 36-0 loss at the hands of the Exeter Township Eagles on Friday. The Blazers just can't catch a break and have now endured eight defeats in a row dating back to last season. A...
Football Recap: Bethlehem Catholic Starts Season with Victory on the Road
Bethlehem Catholic had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They enjoyed a cozy 28-14 victory over the East Pennsboro Panthers on Friday. Despite the loss, East Pennsboro still got an impressive performance from Aaron Angelo, who rushed for...
Freedom football snaps 5-game losing streak to Parkland, posts big Week 2 win
Week 2 victories don’t get much better than the Freedom High School football team’s triumph on Friday night. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
KIDS MONEY SCRAMBLE JOINS NASCAR MODIFIED & SPORTSMAN DOUBLE HEADER THIS SATURDAY AT GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY
BECHTELSVILLE, PA. – Grandview Speedway is prepared and ready for the Labor Day holiday weekend with the presentation of two-days of racing to end the month of August. This Saturday, August 31 will feature the T.P. Trailer NASCAR Modifieds and the T.P. Truck Equipment NASCAR Sportsman in another NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series program starting at 7:30 pm. The show will include qualifying events for both classes leading up to the 30-lap T.P. Trailer Modified feature and the 25-lap T.P. Truck Equipment Sportsman feature event.
Learn Pennsylvania Dutch with BHC’s Exciting Classes
Are you interested in immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of the Pennsylvania Dutch? Look no further! Berks History Center (BHC) is thrilled to announce the continuation of their online Pennsylvania Dutch classes beginning Sept. 24. All classes are held virtually via Zoom. “These courses are designed to introduce participants...
Allentown Fair: Jeff Dunham and more picks for Sunday, Sept. 1
Ventriloquist and comedian Jeff Dunham brings his act to the second-to-last day of the Allentown Fair. The winner of the Iron Chef competition will be crowned Sunday afternoon. And it’s nearly your last chance to check out the Dialed Action BMX Stunt Show and Robinson’s Pig Paddling Porkers.
Michigan Man arrested with 27 grams of Methamphetamine in Akron: police
Police have charged a Michigan man with felony drug possession following a vehicle collision Aug. 18 in Akron Borough. Johnathan Kauntz-Cockburn, 27, of Pontiac, is charged with possessing 27 grams of crystal methamphetamine and 1 gram of heroin after a car Kauntz-Cockburn was driving crashed into a utility pole in the 1300 block of Main Street, police said.
PennDOT Road Projects in Berks: September 1, 2024
• Interstate 78 and Route 143 in Lenhartsville area. Short-term lane closures for bridge construction. Overnight work from 9 p.m. to 6 p.m. on I-78 and daytime work from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Route 143. Part of project slated for completion in 2028. Daily. • Tuesday-Friday: Route 12...
East Cocalico board nixes rezoning proposal that would allow warehouse, high-rises
When: East Cocalico Township supervisors meeting, Aug. 15. What happened: Supervisors unanimously rejected a rezoning request for an apartment complex and warehouse at 91 Denver Road. Background: Denver Road Partners LLC hoped to develop a 41-acre tract, most of which is currently zoned R-2 high density residential, except for a...
Berks Fiddle Fest to be held on Sept. 15 in Fleetwood [Spotlight]
The Berks Fiddle Fest will be held on Sept. 15 at Fleetwood Community Park, 334 W. Main St.. Gates open at 9 a.m., and main stage activities start at 10. The day starts with a traditional worship service followed by a variety of Americana musical bands until 1 p.m. That...
Upcoming events at Phoenixville Public Library
The Phoenix Book Club, Phoenixville Public Library’s virtual book discussion group for adults of all ages, will meet on Zoom on Monday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. The group will discuss “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride. In 1972, when workers in Pottstown were...
These books tell stories of kindness and courage
We can all use a nudge now and again to be reminded of what it is to act with kindness and courage, and rather than only telling children how to be kind and courageous, reading books together is a powerful tool to convey those messages. Stories tell us how to...
Ira G. Nolt
Ira G. Nolt, 87, formerly of Ephrata, PA, and lately of Landis Homes, passed to his heavenly home on August 22, 2024, with family by his side. He was the son of the late Milton W. and Margie (Gehman) Nolt. He was married to Dorothy M. (Denlinger) Nolt for 66 years.
Chester Goshert, Jr.
Chester Goshert, Jr., 85, of Reinholds, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. He was born in West Cocalico, son of the late Chester Hainly and Dorothy (Hartranft) Goshert and was the husband of the late Jean E. (Sheaffer) Goshert who passed away in 2019. They shared 59 years of marriage.
Heymann Loon Engagement
It is with great pleasure that Mr. and Mrs. Victor Loon of Villaba Leyte Philippines announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Miss Wynn Bordas Loon of Villaba Leyte, Philippines, to Mr. Franz J Heymann of Ephrata, son of Mrs. Auguste Heymann and the late Mr. George Heymann of Lancaster.
More than 150 run or walk in memory of Gilbertsville boy, 12
More than 150 people walked or ran for the 9th annual Virtual JK5K and Birthday Fun Run to celebrate the life of a Gilbertsville boy during the week of what would have been his birthday. Boyertown-area soccer player Jacob “JK” Karnchanaphati, 12, was entering his first year in junior high...
500 vehicles fill Boyertown Park for 58th Annual Duryea Day
BOYERTOWN —The 58th Annual Duryea Day Antique & Classic Car & Truck Show & Flea Market featured a display of more than 500 cars, trucks, and motorcycles at Boyertown Community Park. Hosted by the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles and the Pottstown Region of the Antique Automobile Club of...
The Mercury’s Sound Off for Sunday, Sept. 1
The Taliban celebrated the 3rd anniversary of the disastrous American withdrawal from Afghanistan by holding a massive parade with the $80 Billion in equipment that the bumbling Biden-Harris administration abandoned. I hope the Taliban leaders had the courtesy to send Joe and Kamala a proper thank-you note for the generous gift.
Thomas Frederick Donchez
Tom Donchez, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania passed away on August 28th, 2024, surrounded by the love of his wife and sons. Born March 10th, 1952, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to the late Helen Donchez. Tom graduated from Liberty High School in Bethlehem and went on to play collegiate football at Penn State...
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