Richard Redner, Redner's Markets grocery store chairman, dies at 73
Richard Redner, a grocery store chain owner who helped the company reach $1 billion in sales and a well-known Berks County resident, died Thursday at 73.
Richard Redner, a grocery store chain owner who helped the company reach $1 billion in sales and a well-known Berks County resident, died Thursday at 73.
Richard "Dick" Redner, chairman of the Redner's Markets grocery chain, died Thursday, April 25, at Reading Hospital. After taking over the family business he grew it to a three-state operation with over $1 billion in annual sales.
On Friday at midnight, Taylor Swift dropped her 11th studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department," nearly breaking the internet after surprising fans with a double record two hours later.
A small 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Lincoln Park and Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania on Friday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
A Berks County-born cyclist is biking across the country this year to help raise money for military families. Ryan Lee Gehris is honoring veterans and fallen soldiers by peddling his 8-speed Beach Cruiser throughout the continental United States. Gehris was in Philadelphia Friday morning and headed to Washington, D.C. next.
Both teachers said they listened to Swift's newest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," and they want their former student to know they are cheering her on back home in Pennsylvania.
George Schappell and sister Lori, of Reading, Pa., were the world's oldest conjoined twins, according to the Guinness Book of World Records.
A Berks County astronomy professor shares tips for watching the eclipse Monday afternoon.
Peter Detterline, an astronomy professor in Berks County, explains what's so exciting about Monday's eclipse for viewers in the United States.
A man was fatally shot by police in Reading on Monday morning, the Berks County District Attorney's Office said.
Vallis L. Slaughter was arrested by West Reading police and Berks County detectives Wednesday for his involvement in a 2012 cold case shooting outside of a popular Pennsylvania diner.
Vallis L. Slaughter was arrested by West Reading police and Berks County detectives Wednesday for his involvement in a 2012 cold case shooting outside of a popular Pennsylvania diner.
Seven employees died in the explosion at the R.M. Palmer candy factory in West Reading, Pennsylvania, in March 2023. NTSB investigators said a natural gas leak caused the explosion.
Since Taylor Swift started popping up in stadiums across the U.S. – not to perform but to watch the Chiefs – her influence has only grown.
A class at Alvernia University teaches everything Taylor Swift — and is inviting the "Suburban Legend" to drop in on one of the lectures.
In a class at Alvernia University in Reading, Pennsylvania, students discuss Taylor Swift and analyze her lyrics, music, interviews and more while developing critical thinking skills. Swift grew up near the campus.
Young Ones, a record store in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, has seen a boost in sales, thanks to Taylor Swift's far-reaching popularity.
Young Ones Records in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, saw a surge in business before the holidays, all thanks to Miss Taylor Swift.
The owner of Young Ones Records said he saw customers travel from all over the country to his store in Kutztown.
A human skull found in a pond near a Pottstown home in April 2022 has been identified as a man who hasn't been found since 2004.
Detectives with the Berks County District Attorney's Human Trafficking Task Force began the undercover operation by posting on websites that are known for sexual advertisements on Monday, District Attorney John Adams said in a release.
"Everything Has Changed" for a third-grade Taylor Swift fan after Sunday's Kansas City Chiefs-Buffalo Bills game thanks to Jason Kelce.
A winter storm Friday is leading to school closures and delays in the Philadelphia region and in New Jersey and Delaware.
Crews were called to Stump Lane in Bernville, Berks County, for an explosion at a two-story home on Stump Lane.
Crews were called to Stump Lane in Bernville, Berks County, for an explosion at a two-story home on Stump Lane.
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
The Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing, 118-115, to the New York Knicks on Thursday night.
The body of a kayaker who went missing in the Schuylkill River in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, was found on Thursday, police said.
The body of a fifth missing construction worker was recovered Wednesday from the wreckage site of the Key Bridge collapse.
Under a new law signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker, cars with darkly tinted windows could get parking tickets for $100.
President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to 19 recipients on Friday.
The University of Pennsylvania said a man was charged with disorderly conduct and harassment after spraying a "stink" spray in the encampment.
The Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing, 118-115, to the New York Knicks on Thursday night.
Beacon Animal Rescue in Cape May County said Barstool founder Dave Portnoy is sending the organization a donation to cover the cost of replacing their septic tank.
The body of a kayaker who went missing in the Schuylkill River in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, was found on Thursday, police said.
The body of a kayaker who went missing in the Schuylkill River in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, was found on Thursday, police said.
Under a new law signed by Mayor Cherelle Parker, cars with darkly tinted windows could get parking tickets for $100.
A Philadelphia police officer fatally shot a dog in West Philly on Wednesday as it mauled a 53-year-old man in the street, authorities said.
A local teen is leading the charge of over a hundred young people having their hearts checked in Flourtown to honor her sister's memory.
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankmeier is working to raise awareness.
At least one person was killed and another was injured in a house explosion in New Jersey on Thursday evening.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick protesters began taking down their encampment just after 4 p.m. on Thursday.
Nearly four months after a suspicious fire shut down a Goodwill store in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, it reopened Thursday.
Beacon Animal Rescue in Cape May County said Barstool founder Dave Portnoy is sending the organization a donation to cover the cost of replacing their septic tank.
emperatures have climbed back into the 80s for Thursday's weather in Philadelphia. The weekend is colder and cloudy with rain during Sunday's Broad Street Run.
A program is working to preserve the past as several military monuments sit near Brandywine Park in Wilmington that haven't been touched or cleaned in decades.
emperatures have climbed back into the 80s for Thursday's weather in Philadelphia. The weekend is colder and cloudy with rain during Sunday's Broad Street Run.
High temps stay well above average Thursday as we climb to 80 degrees with an amazing afternoon on tap. Thursday is warm and sunny again, but the weekend is shaping up to be much colder and cloudier.
Police in New Castle County are warning that criminals are putting tracking devices on people's cars, following drivers to their homes and attempting to steal the cars at night.
Tuesday will be warmer than normal with highs in the low 80s. The morning stays quiet, but clouds move later this afternoon along with the chance for thunderstorms mostly north of the city.
A local teen is leading the charge of over a hundred young people having their hearts checked in Flourtown to honor her sister's memory.
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankmeier is working to raise awareness.
Cassie Donahue and her mom Jane are lacing up their sneakers for Sunday's Broad Street Run and it's all for a good cause. The duo is helping raise money for cancer research in honor of their late father and husband.
Recall involves shelled walnuts distributed in 19 states and sold in bulk bins at natural food and co-op stores.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Starting Monday, the city of Philadelphia is cracking down on drivers who park on streets in the 14 neighborhoods being cleaned as part of the Mechanical Street Cleaning program.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
The Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after losing, 118-115, to the New York Knicks on Thursday night.
Philadelphia 76ers fans are not happy Game 6 against the New York Knicks will begin at 9 p.m. on Thursday.
Bryce and Kayla Harper welcomed Kamryn Ray Harper April 22.
Charles Barkley said he wants Philadelphia 76ers fans to pack the Wells Fargo Center for Game 6 against the Knicks Thursday night and "stop those rugrats from New York" from taking over the arena.
Philadelphia won the getaway game despite striking out 18 times against the Los Angeles Angels.
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See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, June 16.
Paramount said long-time CEO Bob Bakish will leave the company, which is in discussions to explore a sale or merger.
Billie Eilish on Monday announced a world tour for her third studio album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," that will see the nine-time Grammy Award-winning singer stop in Philadelphia this fall.
The vinyl sales alone were monumental, Billboard said, with "the largest sales week for an album on vinyl in the modern era."
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Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
On Thursday, Mayor Cherelle Parker signed a law bill prohibiting illegally tinted car windows from parking on city streets. When the measure takes place in 60 days, violators will face a $100 fine.
The temperature roller coaster is heading back down. After a record high of 90 on Thursday, Friday is a much more seasonable high of 70 degrees. Prepare for at least light showers Saturday and steady rain Sunday, which is not great news for those signed up to run the Broad Street Run, Kate Bilo reports.
The Carie Foundation provides assistance to elders and advocates for their rights. Jim Donovan spoke at the foundation's fundraiser Thursday night at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Guests enjoyed art, music food and a silent auction.
Administrators say they are exploring options to end the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, which has reached Day 8. Counter-protesters marched through campus Thursday and urged administrators to remove the encampment.
The 70-year-old man has been missing since Monday, April 29, after he went on a fishing trip on his kayak, police said. The man's identity isn't known at this time.