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Central Pa. bridge will close for 3 years, cost $234M for repairs
The Veterans Memorial Bridge connecting Columbia and Wrightsville will close for three years during a renovation project that is now expected to cost $234 million, nearly three times its original budget. Officials from both boroughs worry about the impact the project will have on traffic and their economies. The 1.2-mile...
Reading Country Club in Exeter up for sale
EXETER TWP., Pa. - The landmark Reading Country Club is up for sale. Exeter Township, which owns the property, specifies a minimum asking price of 4.8 Million dollars, according to their website. The property for sale includes the golf course and clubhouse. The township says bids will be accepted until...
Dwelling fire reported in city of Reading
READING, Pa. -- Firefighters responded to a dwelling fire in Reading Friday. It was reported in the 600 block of Locust St. in the city. Reports say the small structure fire was mostly knocked down by 5:20 p.m. No words on injuries or what caused the fire to start. This...
Ephrata Chamber Hosts Annual Wine Walk
The annual Chamber of Commerce Wine Walk in Ephrata will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, with check-in for 21-and-over participants beginning at 4 p.m. at the Ephrata Recreation Center, 112 Basin St. SW. Photo ID will be required at check-in. From there, the three-hour Wine Walk will take you to several businesses in downtown Ephrata.
Lancaster County names Director of Public Safety
LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — Lancaster County has a new director to lead its Department of Public Safety. Brian Pasquale was appointed as the county’s first public safety director. Thanks for signing up!. Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now. WHTM Daily Digest. The department will oversee county...
Surveys closing soon on city parks, health
Lancaster residents have just a couple more days to weigh in on a pair of city surveys: One on community health, the other on the design of three city playgrounds. Both are due to wrap up at the end of the week. The Healthy Lives, Healthy Lancaster survey has been...
Renewed Centre Park opens in Reading after extensive restoration
The City of Reading celebrated the dedication of the newly revitalized Centre Park, located at 725 Centre Ave. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held Friday morning, marked the completion of the project, and was attended by city officials, state representatives, along with local residents who have long been invested in the park’s future.
Grant awards funds for more native trees in Pennsylvania
LITITZ, Pa. — You may notice some new trees being planted in your neighborhood this fall. Over 3,000 native trees are expected to be planted across Pennsylvania thanks to funding from the GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Through their 2024 Healing the Planet grant program, 32 groups were...
Novus Medical Services celebrates opening of new Reading clinic
Novus Medical Services, a leading LGBTQ+-owned and affirming sexual health organization, celebrated the grand opening of its newest clinic in Reading, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday afternoon. The event marked the official opening of Novus’ sixth clinic in Eastern Pennsylvania, further expanding its reach to provide essential sexual health services to the community.
Discover Career Opportunities: PennDOT’s Lancaster Hiring Event Opens Doors for CDL Operators and Mechanics
LANCASTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is set to host a hiring event aimed at filling key positions for CDL operators and diesel equipment mechanics in Lancaster County. This initiative, scheduled for Tuesday, September 10, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, will take place at the Lancaster County Maintenance Office, located at 2105 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.
Long’s Park, Heart of Lancaster: 2 Labor Day art shows to bring thousands to Lancaster
Between the Long's Park Art Festival and the Heart of Lancaster Arts and Craft Show, Lancaster County could see as many as 30,000 art enthusiasts this Labor Day weekend. The two shows combined, which are about six miles apart in distance, will feature works from more than 300 artists. Former...
Berks County Board of Elections hears details on litigation involving the counting of mail-in ballots
READING, Pa. – The Berks County Board of Elections on Thursday heard a report concerning the details of a recent Commonwealth Court decision involving mail-in and absentee ballots. Special Counsel, Wyomissing attorney Jeff Butkowski, gave the details on the decision regarding Zimmerman V. the Depart of State. At issue...
Fulton Bank receives 2024 Department of Defense Freedom Award
Fulton Bank has been named a recipient of the 2024 Secretary of Defense Freedom Award for its support of National Guard and Reserve members. The award is the highest recognition given by the Department of Defense to employers, and was presented during an Aug. 22 ceremony at the Pentagon. Lancaster-based...
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