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John Benjamin Hershey
Lancaster, Pa. — John Benjamin Hershey, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024 on the family farm in Limestone Township, Montour County. Born August 5, 1943, he was the son of the late Clarence (Huber) and Lydia (Kreider) Hershey. On April 2, 1966 he married Ruth K. Zeager, and together celebrated 58 years of marriage.
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 73: Brendan Farrell, Norristown Area HS
Starting Experience: I started in my sophomore year. Coaches comment: Brendan is a great player with a strong work ethic. He is a born leader ready to put his mark on this season. Follow EasternPAFootball.com on Twitter @EPAFootball.
Meridian Corporation Reports Strong Q2 Earnings and Declares Dividend
MALVERN, PA — Meridian Corporation (Nasdaq: MRBK) has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2024, showing a significant improvement in earnings and declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.125 per common share. The corporation’s performance highlights robust growth in its core business areas and strategic management decisions that have contributed to its financial health.
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 73: Kevin Hegarty, Plymouth Whitemarsh HS
Coaches Comments: Kevin is a 3 year starter for us and the leader of our defense. He is a kid who can do it all. He’s got great speed, great instincts/vision, and is a punishing LB. He sheds blocks with great physicality and deciphers blocking schemes very well. He can run sideline to sideline or meet someone head on inside the tackles.
Cigarette ash can sparked central Pa. house fire: police
Police say a cigarette ash can is responsible for starting a fire at a Lancaster County home Thursday night. At 7:37 p.m., police, EMS, and fire crews responded to the first block of North Church Street, Ephrata, after reports of a porch fire at a duplex home, Ephrata police told PennLive.
Renegades drop third game of series 5-2
Wilmington, Del. (July 26, 2024) — The Hudson Valley Renegades fell to the Wilmington Blue Rocks 5-2 on Friday night at Frawley Stadium. Jace Avina led off the game with a single and Jared Serna doubled to put runners at second and third. Two batters later, Antonio Gomez drove in Avina with an RBI single to give the Renegades a 1-0 lead.
Love and care go a long way to rehabilitate abused animals
WEST CHESTER — Monday’s discovery of seven deceased Pit/Terrier mix puppies was a situation that ended tragically, but for many abused dogs there is a happy ending. The times have changed drastically for Pit-Mix Ava. Ava had an eye and leg removed, and suffered multiple fractures of the legs and arms.
First Bank House of the Week: Castle-Like Manor in Chadds Ford
A majestic manor home on 10.79 acres with seven bedrooms and eight full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford. This stunning estate is a true personal paradise with its beautifully stone-lined stream, waterfall, and walking paths. The stunning 2003 residence features rich gray Vermont stone....
Photos: CABARET At Ephrata Performing Arts Center
See first look photos of the classic musical CABARET, now playing through August 10th at Ephrata Performing Arts Center. The cast is led by EPAC newcomer Tell Williams IV as the Emcee, Rachael Opdenaker as Sally Bowles, and Zach Haines as Cliff Bradshaw. Rounding out the principal cast is Julia Smith as Fraulein Schneider, Marc Lubbers as Herr Schultz, Rachel Faust as Fraulein Kost, and Rogan Motter as Ernst Ludwig.
Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading honors outstanding students at 2024 awards ceremony
The Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading proudly presented awards to exemplary young volunteers at the 2024 awards ceremony held at the Goggleworks on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. This annual event celebrates the remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication ofBerks County youth who have significantly contributed to the community through their volunteer efforts.
8 questions as Blue Hens open football practice for unusual 2024 season
The University of Delaware football team commences preseason drills Tuesday morning. When the Blue Hens step onto the turf, they’ll be preparing for a season unlike any other in the school’s prolific football history. The 2024 season will be absent the traditional aim of earning national stature, due to Delaware’s 2025 climb to Conference...
Construction begins on new park at old Rodney Reservoir site
Demolition at the former Rodney Street Reservoir in Wilmington is complete, green lighting a park project slated for completion next spring. More than 20 years after the reservoir closed to the public, construction on the new community park is underway. In 2022 the City announced plans to privately develop the...
West Deer Man Arrested and Charged in Frazer Township Shooting Incident
A West Deer man, identified as Jonathan Nealer, 40, is now in custody following a shooting in Frazer Township. Nealer is facing a felony count of aggravated assault after he was accused of shooting a man in the leg during an altercation. This incident took place in the 300 block of Clarks Pike Road earlier in the month, as reported by the Post-Gazette.
Berwyn-Based Peter Zimmerman Architects Helps Client Turn Treehouse-like Pavilion Into Reality
When she envisioned a treehouse-like pavilion for her Villanova home, Julieann Shanahan turned to Peter Zimmerman Architects in Berwyn. When Julieann Shanahan decided to turn a peaceful plot in the corner of her Villanova property into a family retreat, she envisioned building a treehouse-like pavilion similar to one she previously saw at Blackberry Farm in Tennessee, writes Teri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Renegades use three-run ninth to defeat Blue Rocks
Wilmington, Del. (July 25, 2024) — The Hudson Valley Renegades used a three-run rally in the top of the ninth to earn a 5-2 win over the Wilmington Blue Rocks on Thursday night at Frawley Stadium. The win broke a four-game road losing streak for the Renegades. Kyle Carr...
AirJoule Plans Newark-Wilmington, Delaware, Operations
AirJoule, a joint venture between GE Vernova Inc. and Montana Technologies Corp., plans to establish operations in Newark, Delaware. The $15.3 million project is expected to create 60 jobs during the next five years. The company is leasing a 30,000 square foot site on Shea Way in Newark for its...
Upper Merion Grad Ariana Ramsey With USA Rugby for 2nd Olympics
Upper Merion High School graduate Ariana Ramsey is on her way to her second Olympics with the U.S. Women’s Olympic rugby sevens team, writes Aaron Carter for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 24-year-old Ramsey graduated from Dartmouth in May. During her last two years at college, she helped the team...
Harry’s Helping Hands, a food pantry and much more, Christmas in July event a gift to the community
Amidst the Santa on a beach banner and vendor tents sprawled across the First Presbyterian Church parking lot, Harry’s Hands to Help and Heal celebrated its mission and the community Saturday with Christmas in July. “Today, we’re doing our Christmas in July,” Jen Babe, founder and president of Harry’s...
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