Tuesday Jun 30 | The Morning Call
Fire crews are fighting a two-alarm fire at a home in Maxatawny Township , emergency dispatchers said.
Clean history: Blandon man collects antique washing machines dating back to the 1800s
Sen. Arlen Specter Stops by Berks County for Some Coffee Talk
Pennsylvania's newest Democratic Senator, Arlen Specter, covered some major issues over coffee this morning in Berks County.
Berks Democrats welcome former Republican Specter
Berks County Democrats welcomed U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter like a lost son when he visited them Saturday for the first time since becoming a Democrat.
Rockland Township driver dies after crash in Longswamp Township
A Rockland Township man was killed Saturday when he lost control of his car and was thrown from the vehicle after it rolled on State Street near Topton, state police said.
We are losing the things that make communities special
We are losing the things that make communities special The Issue: After 99 years in business, a small hardware store in Topton closes.
Jim Kerr: First convenience, then guilt
It pained me to read that Schappell Hardware in Topton will close Saturday after faithfully serving customers for nearly 100 years.
Schappell's in Topton to close after 99 years
Since age 15, Troy Fairchild has worked at Schappell Hardware in Topton. What started as a summer job in 1973 turned into a career, and Fairchild bought the store in 1997.
Alzheimer's patients participate in art program
As an artist, Helene Zucco knows art can be inspiring and serve as a primary creative outlet for young and old.
Memorial Day events Get in the true spirit of the holiday at a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Aulenbach Cemetery, 2100 Perkiomen Ave., Mount Penn.
Pennsylvania hardware store shutters after 99 years
Just a year shy of its 100th Anniversary, Schappell Hardware in Topton, Pa., is closing its doors, according to WFMZ-TV News, an Eastern Pennsylvania/Western New Jersey station.
Hardware Store Closing After 99 Years In Business
All sales are final at a hardware store in Topton, Berks County because, after 99 years in business, Schappell Hardware on South Home Avenue is closing up shop.
Living a dream: Arndt loves being part of ARDC circuit
Brett Arndt is living his dream. Arndt grew up glued to the television every Thursday night, watching midget races on ESPN.
Health digest: Reading Hospital schedules classes, support groups
Reading Eagle Reading Hospital will present the following classes and support groups: FLOW for Cancer Survivors, Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., Conference Center.
Quilts from 1800s on display for first time in Kutztown; give glimpse into busy women's lives
Health digest: Reading Hospital schedules health education activities
Reading Eagle Reading Hospital will present the following classes and support groups: FLOW for Cancer Survivors, Wednesday, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Conference Center.
You ask Youker: Why is potpie in Berks unlike potpie in other parts of the country?
Reporter Darrin Youker provides answers to quirky curiosities of the Berks County area.
Brandywine Heights School Board asked to delay decision on closing Rockland Elementary
The Brandywine Heights School Board should postpone closing Rockland Elementary School in the fall and take a year to study the impact of the proposed move, residents said at a public hearing in Topton.
Local Barber Retires After 46 Years on the Job
It's been a staple in Topton, Berks County for more than 100 years -- the barber shop near the railroad tracks.
Pennsylvania Germans Focus Of Festival
Volunteer John Huber prepares a display for Saturday s 14th Annual Pennsylvania German Heritage Festival at Harrisburg Area Community College/Lebanon Campus.
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