Berks County plant to close next year; 58 employees to be laid off
Engineered Materials Solutions plans to close a plant in Berks County. The company filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, informing the state it plans to close the facility at 600 Valley Road in Windsor Township near Hamburg, and lay off 58 employees.
Weather Impact Alert | Strong Wind Gusts Monday and Tuesday
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — The FOX43 Weather Impact Team has called a Weather Impact Alert starting Monday, December 29, 2025 at 9 A.M. until Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2 P.M. for strong wind gusts. There are currently no wind alerts just yet, but the National Weather Service is...
Downed helicopter in New Jersey crash registered to Lancaster Co. firm
HAMMONTON, N.J. (WHTM) — A helicopter involved in a mid-air collision in New Jersey Sunday was registered locally, according to the FAA Registry. An Enstrom 280C and an Enstrom F-28A collided mid-air near Hammonton Municipal Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement to abc27 News. A still image...
Daringly Different: Unique Snacks Revamps Identity to Lead Better-for-You Snacking
The Legacy Behind the Refresh (Image Credits: Unsplash) Reading, Pennsylvania – A century-old snack company positioned itself for renewed expansion by introducing a vibrant brand overhaul that emphasizes premium quality and simple ingredients. The Legacy Behind the Refresh Unique Snacks has crafted beloved treats for...
This Amish-style restaurant has people driving in from across Pennsylvania
Nestled in the heart of Amish country, Hershey Farm Restaurant offers a dining experience that attracts visitors from all over Pennsylvania. Known for its hearty, home-cooked meals served in a charming, rustic setting, this restaurant provides a delightful taste of tradition. With an emphasis on fresh, local...
Crews on scene of Berks blaze
HAMBURG, Pa. - Fire crews were called to a building in Hamburg just before noon Saturday, according to Berks County Communications. The fire was reported at 11:50 a.m. in the 100 block of N. 4th Street in Hamburg. The extent of damage to the structure, and the condition of anyone...
Cat Stranded On Utility Pole Sparks Power Outage In Pennsylvania And A Dramatic Rescue...
In Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, a gray-and-white cat found herself in a scary predicament: perched atop a utility pole with no safe way to get down. Multiple rescue teams sprang into action, determined to help her back to solid ground. The tiny feline had somehow managed to climb the pole, only...
The Vanishing Map: The Ghostly Ruins Hidden in Pennsylvania’s Forests
One such striking example is the abandoned Kauffman's Distillery in Berks County, a haunting reminder of a bustling era now lost to time. Tucked away in the Oley Valley, the stone skeleton of Kauffman's Distillery stands as a testament to a forgotten chapter of Pennsylvania's history. Built in the mid-19th century,...
Unique Snacks Rolls Out Bold Rebrand to Fuel Its Next Century of Growth
— Unique Snacks is rolling out a sweeping new brand identity designed to reposition the century-old company for its next phase of growth, with refreshed packaging set to hit store shelves nationwide beginning in January 2026. The rebrand introduces vibrant colors, a modernized logo, and a new tagline, Daringly...
Baron Stiegel Famed Glassmaker Historical Marker
Over the past 15 years we've been documenting all of the historical markers that we come upon across the great state of Pennsylvania. In case you didn't know...there's an official Pennsylvania historical marker trail that you can follow. Millions of people pass by these markers every day and never give them a second...
