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Man charged in fatal shooting, after South Whitehall neighborhood wakes up to gunfire, man running through backyards

Man charged in fatal shooting, after South Whitehall neighborhood wakes up to gunfire, man running through backyards

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Grant funding Reading's Hillside Pool site more than double what was previously announced

Grant funding Reading's Hillside Pool site more than double what was previously announced

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The correct grant amount is $1,962,038.30, not the $672,000 previously stated.

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Berks DA: Man shot wife in Bethel, faces multiple charges

Berks DA: Man shot wife in Bethel, faces multiple charges

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  • 5 hrs ago

Berks District Attorney John Adams says a woman was shot in a domestic incident in Bethel Friday morning.

Fourth suspect arrested in "Operation Trapped"

Fourth suspect arrested in "Operation Trapped"

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  • 6 hrs ago

The Berks County District Attorney's office says a fourth suspect has been arrested as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation calle…

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Reading FilmFest prepares for big milestone

Reading FilmFest prepares for big milestone

  • 69 News
  • 10 hrs ago

The festival celebrates the work of local filmmakers along with diverse creators from across the country.

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Oktoberfest celebrations continue at Reading Liederkranz

Oktoberfest celebrations continue at Reading Liederkranz

  • 69 News
  • 16 hrs ago

The event honors German culture with plenty of live music, drinks and food.

PennDOT postpones a portion of Lenhartsville Bridge roadwork

PennDOT postpones a portion of Lenhartsville Bridge roadwork

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  • 16 hrs ago

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is temporarily hitting the brakes on a portion of the construction project on the Lenhartsville Bridge.

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Casey, McCormick tackle immigration, economy, other issues in Pa. Senate debate

Casey, McCormick tackle immigration, economy, other issues in Pa. Senate debate

  • Grace Griffaton
  • 18 hrs ago

A battleground Senate race is unfolding in Pennsylvania, one that could ultimately determine which party holds control of the Senate.

Source: Dockworkers' union to suspend strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract

Source: Dockworkers' union to suspend strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract

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  • 22 hrs ago

DETROIT (AP) - The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports has reached a deal to suspend their strike…

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Mail-in ballots starting to be sent out in Pa. What if you fill out your ballot incorrectly?

Mail-in ballots starting to be sent out in Pa. What if you fill out your ballot incorrectly?

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  • 22 hrs ago

Mail-in ballots are going out across Pennsylvania, and election officials are reminding people to follow the directions.

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Reading Regional Airport to host aviation career fair

Reading Regional Airport to host aviation career fair

  • 69 News
  • 23 hrs ago

Participants can spend the day at seminars, check out aircraft displays, use flight simulators and explore more than 30 exhibits.

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Winery holding donation drive to assist people impacted by Helene

Winery holding donation drive to assist people impacted by Helene

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  • 23 hrs ago

Clover Hill Vineyards and Winery is hosting a donation drive to help people in North Carolina towns impacted by Helene.

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Boyertown watering hole gets spooky transformation into 'Beetlejuice' pop-up bar

Boyertown watering hole gets spooky transformation into 'Beetlejuice' pop-up bar

  • 69 News
  • 23 hrs ago

Organizers say even the menu has been spiced up with themed drinks like "Dante's Inferno."

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'I just hope one day my son will walk in the door': Grieving mother remembers son following fatal crash

'I just hope one day my son will walk in the door': Grieving mother remembers son following fatal crash

  • Tom Rader
  • 23 hrs ago

The teen's mother recalled for 69 News the last time she saw her son alive.

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Boscov's celebrates 110th anniversary

Boscov's celebrates 110th anniversary

  • Caitlin Rearden
  • 23 hrs ago

Over Boscov's 110-year history, one store has grown into multiple and changed and blossomed into what the company is today.

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Wanted in Berks: Curtis Smith-Little

Wanted in Berks: Curtis Smith-Little

  • 69 News
  • 23 hrs ago

Authorities are looking for a man wanted on assault charges.

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State Police seek to identify Alsace Twp. burglar

State Police seek to identify Alsace Twp. burglar

  • 69 News
  • Oct 3, 2024

Investigators say the man was carrying a black backpack and bolt cutters.

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