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Vanessa Campos selected as new Reading City Council vice president
Vanessa Campos selected as new Reading City Council vice president
Reading City Council voted 5-2 to appoint its new vice president, with Jaime Baez and Melissa Venture opposing the choice.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Vanessa Campos selected as new Reading City Council vice president
Reading City Council agrees on committee representatives for 2026
Reading City Council agrees on committee representatives for 2026
Reading City Council will have some new representation on various boards and committees that impact everything from shade trees to the city’s budget.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Reading City Council agrees on committee representatives for 2026
Some Berks schools to receive state funding for agricultural programs
Some Berks schools to receive state funding for agricultural programs
Pennsylvania’s “state farm bill” includes $600,000 in grants to expand career opportunities.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Some Berks schools to receive state funding for agricultural programs
Exeter Township begins search for new supervisor
Exeter Township begins search for new supervisor
Exeter Township’s new chairperson said the board must move quickly to fill a vacancy so that supervisors can reopen the 2026 budget to address a million dollar-plus deficit.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Exeter Township begins search for new supervisor
Steelers fans gather to watch playoff game
Steelers fans gather to watch playoff game
After a short playoff stint, the Philadelphia Eagles are out, but Pennsylvania still had another football team in the running for the Super Bowl.
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January 13, 2026 at 4:02 AM
Steelers fans gather to watch playoff game
'Feel confident': Lehigh Valley’s new women-only gym aims to create safe, motivating atmosphere
'Feel confident': Lehigh Valley’s new women-only gym aims to create safe, motivating atmosphere
Women looking to lead a healthy lifestyle in the new year have a new fitness facility just for them in Northampton County.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:32 AM
'Feel confident': Lehigh Valley’s new women-only gym aims to create safe, motivating atmosphere
Health Beat: Doctor visits for flu symptoms reach record high
Health Beat: Doctor visits for flu symptoms reach record high
Experts say 8.2% of outpatient visits are for flu-like symptoms.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:02 AM
Health Beat: Doctor visits for flu symptoms reach record high
String band competition rescheduled for Lincoln Financial Field after New Year’s delay
String band competition rescheduled for Lincoln Financial Field after New Year’s delay
Officials with the Mummers Parade had to postpone the String Band Competition this year, due to the weather on New Year's Day not cooperating.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:32 AM
String band competition rescheduled for Lincoln Financial Field after New Year’s delay
Possible measles exposure reported at PHL, 30th Street Station
Possible measles exposure reported at PHL, 30th Street Station
Officials are warning travelers of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport and other mass transit stations in the city.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Possible measles exposure reported at PHL, 30th Street Station
City attempts to balance parking spaces and driver safety with new proposed ordinance
City attempts to balance parking spaces and driver safety with new proposed ordinance
The city says it's a matter of finding a middle ground between driver safety and providing adequate parking.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:32 AM
City attempts to balance parking spaces and driver safety with new proposed ordinance
Lower Macungie mourns passing of longtime firefighter
Lower Macungie mourns passing of longtime firefighter
The Lower Macungie Fire Department has announced the passing of Jim VanWert, who served with the department for 45 years.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:02 AM
Lower Macungie mourns passing of longtime firefighter
State lawmakers examine literacy strategies at Daniel Boone public hearing
State lawmakers examine literacy strategies at Daniel Boone public hearing
The Pennsylvania Senate Majority Policy Committee held the public hearing to examine literacy rates across the state.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:32 AM
State lawmakers examine literacy strategies at Daniel Boone public hearing
Pa Farm Show celebrates America's 250th birthday with interactive exhibits, culinary treats
Pa Farm Show celebrates America's 250th birthday with interactive exhibits, culinary treats
A special feature is an exhibit honoring Pennsylvania's place in the nation's history as part of America's 250th birthday.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Pa Farm Show celebrates America's 250th birthday with interactive exhibits, culinary treats
FBI says it has found no video of Border Patrol agent shooting 2 people in Oregon
FBI says it has found no video of Border Patrol agent shooting 2 people in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The FBI said in a court document made public Monday that it had found no surveillance or other video of a Border Patrol agent shooting and
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January 12, 2026 at 11:32 PM
FBI says it has found no video of Border Patrol agent shooting 2 people in Oregon
What the Tech? The wildest and weirdest gadgets at the CES show in Las Vegas
What the Tech? The wildest and weirdest gadgets at the CES show in Las Vegas
CES is where the future of technology is unveiled. Sometimes it’s brilliant. Sometimes it makes you tilt your head and say, “Really?”
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January 12, 2026 at 11:02 PM
What the Tech? The wildest and weirdest gadgets at the CES show in Las Vegas
‘You can't rehabilitate a corpse’: DEA launches ‘Fentanyl Free America’ initiative as crisis persists
‘You can't rehabilitate a corpse’: DEA launches ‘Fentanyl Free America’ initiative as crisis persists
"This is Narcan. This is saving lives,” Keith Smith showed 69 News reporter Bo Koltnow.
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January 12, 2026 at 10:32 PM
‘You can't rehabilitate a corpse’: DEA launches ‘Fentanyl Free America’ initiative as crisis persists
What will Allegiant merger mean for Lehigh Valley travelers?
What will Allegiant merger mean for Lehigh Valley travelers?
Will a new acquisition from Allegiant make nonstop commercial flights from the Lehigh Valley to international destinations a reality once more?
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January 12, 2026 at 10:02 PM
What will Allegiant merger mean for Lehigh Valley travelers?
Two more milder days before an extended cold pattern returns
Two more milder days before an extended cold pattern returns
Monday made seven straight days of highs in the 40s and 50s, so it's now officially a week-long January thaw.
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January 12, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Two more milder days before an extended cold pattern returns
‘We are deeply grateful’: Cigar lounge bids farewell in Berks County
‘We are deeply grateful’: Cigar lounge bids farewell in Berks County
A destination for premium cigars, cocktails and food has ended operations in Berks County.
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January 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM
‘We are deeply grateful’: Cigar lounge bids farewell in Berks County
'When one door closes another door opens!': Lehigh Valley store to open at new, larger location
'When one door closes another door opens!': Lehigh Valley store to open at new, larger location
A nonprofit-run store, providing free clothing and other items to local individuals in need, will soon have a new home in the Lehigh Valley.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:32 PM
'When one door closes another door opens!': Lehigh Valley store to open at new, larger location
Gov. Shapiro announces $82M investment in parks, trails, and conservation projects
Gov. Shapiro announces $82M investment in parks, trails, and conservation projects
The funding will support projects in 58 counties. Among the counties included are Berks, Chester, Lehigh, Montgomery, and Schuylkill, to name a few.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Gov. Shapiro announces $82M investment in parks, trails, and conservation projects
Bethlehem power plant officially under new ownership
Bethlehem power plant officially under new ownership
Last week, Constellation completed its $26.6 billion acquisition of Calpine Corporation from Energy Capital Partners.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Bethlehem power plant officially under new ownership
Lehigh Valley Congressman Ryan Mackenzie touts accomplishments, marks 1st year in office
Lehigh Valley Congressman Ryan Mackenzie touts accomplishments, marks 1st year in office
He and his staff hosted a news conference in Northampton County to talk about some of their accomplishments.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Lehigh Valley Congressman Ryan Mackenzie touts accomplishments, marks 1st year in office
Pen Argyl Borough Council to appoint new member after councilwoman resigns
Pen Argyl Borough Council to appoint new member after councilwoman resigns
The council received and accepted a letter of resignation from Councilwoman Jessica Handelong at its Jan. 5 meeting.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Pen Argyl Borough Council to appoint new member after councilwoman resigns
DA: Officer shoots woman who brandished knife at former Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Allentown
DA: Officer shoots woman who brandished knife at former Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Allentown
The DA's office said the woman was shot once by an officer.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:02 PM
DA: Officer shoots woman who brandished knife at former Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Allentown