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Their captain, their friend: Manheim Township senior brings out the best in her girls soccer teammates
Here are a few ways Ally Mulholland’s teammates like to describe her. She’s tough. She’s competitive. She’s the nicest girl you could ever meet. It’s strange sometimes to see the two sides of Manheim Township’s senior. They appear to be in total conflict. When...
LNP | LancasterOnline Helmet Sticker winners from L-L League football Week 2 games
Here are your LNP | LancasterOnline Helmet Sticker winners from the Lancaster-Lebanon League Week 2 football games. These players helped their teams pick up victories on a jam-packed 28-game slate …. Annville-Cleona — The Dutchmen picked up their first victory, 48-28 over Hanover, and QB-LB Bryce Keller and RB-DE Jonathan...
No. 1 FSU women's soccer beats Villanova, extends unbeaten streak and records 4th shutout
The No. 1 Florida State soccer team (4-0-1) claimed its fourth shutout of the season in a 2-0 victory over Villanova (3-2-0) on Sunday afternoon at the Seminole Soccer Complex. Taylor Huff scored her fifth goal of the season to cap off the four-game homestand. The Seminoles established steady control...
Democrats have little to offer [letter]
Well, the big launch of the Democratic presidential nominee and the party’s platform is here and, as usual, there is a theme but no meat on the bone. “A new way forward” is like “Hope and change” of yesteryear — a great emotional theme but no explanation (map) of where they want you to go.
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.
4,000 bookbags given away during Chester Upland’s annual back-to-school event
The Chester Upland School District in partnership with Making A Change Group, Parent University, The Boys and Girls Club of Chester, and Safer Schools Stronger Neighbors, proudly hosted its annual Back-to-School Backpack Extravaganza, according to a press release. More than 3,000 students and families from Chester and surrounding communities participated...
Spaans Clutch in 2-0 Opening Weekend for Lafayette
EASTON, Pa. – Lafayette field hockey shut out Delaware 1-0 on Sunday afternoon at Rappolt Field. Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans scored the game-winner at 8:50 in the first quarter. Her goal halted Delaware's six-game series win streak, dating back to the 2004 season. The Leopards held the advantage in...
Lois Louise Feiler
Lois Louise Feiler, age 78 of Lancaster passed away on August 26,2024 at Penn State Hospital. Born in Lancaster, the daughter of Paul E., Sr. and Dorothy M. Gertler Brown. She had been employed at Y & S Candies in the packing department prior to her retirement. She is survived...
Cope's Corn building destroyed in 1974 fire that killed owner [Lancaster That Was]
Excerpts and summaries of news stories from the former Intelligencer Journal, Lancaster New Era and Sunday News that focus on the events in the county’s past that are noteworthy, newsworthy or just strange. 25 years ago. In September 1999, officials had decided that a longtime Lancaster landmark was due...
Eugene K. "Gene" Auker
Eugene K. "Gene" Auker, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at home. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late John H. and Sarah Campbell Kreider Auker. He was a Tool & Die maker at Hamilton Watch Company for 42 years and also served as a Union Steward, before his retirement in 2002. Gene was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1958 and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Landisville, the Landisville Lions Club and the PA National Guard. He enjoyed collecting Depression Glassware, Christmas ornaments, travelling, family and friends, especially his grandsons.
Amy C. Rothermel
Amy C. Rothermel, 54, of West Lawn, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. She was born in Reading to Eleanor M. (Bieber) Rothermel of Wyomissing, and the late Jacob C. Rothermel Sr. She graduated from Villanova University in 1993 and from Widener University Commonwealth Law School with her Juris Doctorate in 1997. A respected attorney in good regard, Amy previously worked as an Assistant District Attorney, served as the Program Director of the Paralegal Program and Criminal Justice Institute at Berks Technical Institute, and held her own practice from 2016 through 2020. Most recently, Amy served as a Judicial Law Clerk. She was passionate and unafraid to take charge of any situation. Known for her colorful sense of humor, Amy was blessed to have many close friendships. She especially treasured the maternal, caring relationship she shared with Anna and Benjamin Mowrer, the children of her heart. In addition to her mother, Eleanor, Amy is survived by her siblings: Jacob C. Rothermel, husband of Jennifer, of Coudersport; Briana Kramer of Kutztown; Keene Kramer, husband of Teresa, of Fleetwood; and Judy Bond of Topton; her aunts Barbara Biscanti, widow of John, of Wyomissing, and Victoria Bieber, widow of Carl, of Kutztown; and her nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. She will be greatly missed by her cat, Milo. She was predeceased by her feline companion, Leo. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be offered in her memory to the Cat Works, thecatworksinc.org, or the National Breast Cancer Foundation, https://www.bcrf.org/. A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc, 739 Penn Ave, West Reading PA 19611. Visitation and viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. until the start of services. Condolences may be expressed at kuhnfuneralhomes.com.
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...
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...
Lori L. Mast
Lori L. Mast, 63, of Amity Township, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 9:11 pm at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. Born in Reading, Ms. Mast was the daughter of Carol E. (Showers) Mast of Sinking Spring and the late Jack R. Mast. She attended Zion Mennonite Church in Birdsboro and was employed by Limerick Power Plant. Ms. Mast is survived by her daughter, Angelique S. Laird wife of David E. Laird Jr. of Amity Township and her grandson Dakota J. Laird. She is also survived by her siblings; Timothy P. Mast of Temple, Todd T. Mast of Temple, Kimberly N. Keller wife of Rick L. Keller of Muhlenberg Township and nephew, Joshua A. Keller. A Private Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date. Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
It's time to turn to section play in Lancaster-Lebanon League girls tennis
Lancaster-Lebanon League girls tennis is just getting into the nitty-gritty of its season. Through limited early results and not a lot of context to go on, here are some notes and a look ahead. They’re off. L-L Sections One and Two will get underway with matches slated for Thursday....
Terry Guyer Shuman
Terry Guyer Shuman died on August 19, 2024, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania following a brief illness. He was 78. Born to Lester Shuman and Lila Hunter on March 13, 1946, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, Terry earned a BA in Social Studies from Lock Haven University and worked as a high school history teacher before moving to the bustling community of Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1973. It was a decision that he never regretted. Terry joined the Eastern York school district as a guidance counselor, where he helped students shape the rest of their lives. At Eastern York, he met his future wife Sharon Szabo, and eventually served as head of the Guidance Department.
Leacock Twp. hears of intent for redevelopment that includes museum, warehouse; zoning changes needed
When: Leacock Township supervisors meeting, Aug. 19. What happened: Attorney Dwight Yoder of Gibbel, Kraybill and Hess will submit a petition to the board for a zoning change in Intercourse on Center Street near Old Philadelphia Pike to make way for businesses, a warehouse, apartments and a museum after the supervisors said they would have no objections to the request.
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...
Lancaster Stormers can't hold leads, fall to Long Island Ducks
The Lancaster Stormers squandered a three-run lead in the ninth inning and a one-run lead in the 10th in falling 7-6 to the Long Island Ducks in 10 innings in an Atlantic League game on Saturday at West Islip, New York. Lancaster's lead in the North Division dropped to three...
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