Blandon News Archives

Traffic alert A major construction project starts tonight on Route 222. Lane restrictions will be in effect from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. between Route 61 and Spring Ridge Drive.

The following establishments were mentioned by readers who wrote in to tell about the best burgers in Berks: American House, Sinking Spring "The chef at American House, Chad, makes the best burger - it is always juicy and flavorful, done perfectly and served with delicious cheese." a ' Jerry Frasso, South Heidelberg Township.

Traffic alert Drivers passing through Blandon this week won't be able to use Route 73.

Age: 48. Address: Muhlenberg Township. Family: Husband, Michael; and three children: Matthew, 25, West Hartford, Conn.; Christopher, 24, Harrisburg; and Nicole, 21, senior at Lebanon Valley College.

What's on your iPod? Reading Eagle Name: Allison Reeder Local residence: Blandon Playlist summary: "Unforgettable," Nat King Cole "Time After Time," Cyndi Lauper "Take My Breath Away," Berlin "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," Israel Kamakawiwo'ole "Que Sera, Sera," Doris Day "Opened My Eyes," Buckcherry "Oh My Love," John Lennon "Julia," The Beatles ...

A Blandon family was displaced after a fire Monday morning extensively damaged their house at 320 Main St., fire officials said.

Officials have reopened a section of Route 73 that was closed because of a fire at a house at 320 Main St.

How to help Crime Alert Berks County, a citizen crime-fighting group, is offering cash rewards of up to $5,000 to anyone supplying tips that lead to an arrest in this case or any other crime.