Apr 11, 2013 | Reading Eagle/Reading Times
Neighbors spring into action after lightning strikes house in Centre Township
Neighbors rescued about 15 small dogs from a Centre Township home that caught fire after lightning struck the house's chimney Wednesday night, but firefighters found two dead dogs in the house, a fire chief said this morning.
Her walnut treats will make you yodel with joy
Dave Kline and Betty Naftzinger at the Lyons Fiddle Festival. Betty is known for her yodeling prowess, and also for her ability to turn English walnuts into winter treats.
Storm knocks out power in Berks
About 2,400 Met-Ed customers in Berks County are without power this morning due to wind-related damage to power lines, utility spokeswoman Karen T. Baxter said.
Dent to hold town hall meeting in Hamburg
U.S. Rep. Charles W. Dent will hold a town hall meeting today from 3 to 4 p.m. in Hamburg Borough Hall, 61 N. Third St.
Future of Gin Mill Bridge depends on its past
The historic status of Gin Mill Bridge in Centre Township is set to be determined next month.