Upcoming Local Events

• Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR - September 29th - October 22nd

• Flash Light Corn Maze @ The Gilbertsville Farm - September 29th, 6-9 PM

• IVORY PRESENTS: FREE OUTDOOR SHOW AT RIVET WITH 5 TALENTED ARTISTS! - September 29th, 6-10 PM

• Shady Brook Farm Festival - September 29th, 6-10 PM

• Sam Tripoli headlines at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook - September 29th, 7:00 PM

• A Night of Music with Frank Sinatra and Friends (The DeSimone Brothers) - September 29th 7-9 PM

• Amity Township History Day - September 30th, 10 AM

• Horses and Hayrides @ The Gilbertsville Farm - September 30th, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Jus Nice Sneaker Convention - September 30th, 12-5 PM

• Autumn Splendor Fall Foliage - Colebrookdale Railroad - The Secret Valley Line -
  September 30th - 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

• Fall Festival & Open House @ Gilbertsville Fire & Rescue - September 30th, 4-8 PM

• Brent Terhune debuts at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook - September 30th, 7:00 PM

• Family Friendly Illusionist Show w/ Tom Coverly - September 30th, 7:00 PM

• ROD DEGEORGE’S GUITAR GODS REVIEW AT RIVET! - September 30th, 8 PM

• Candlelight Ghost Tour of Brinton Lodge - September 30th, 8:30 - 10 PM

• City of Reading 275th Anniversary Parade - October 1st, 10 AM

• The Alley Arts & Craft September Event - October 1st, 12-5 PM

• Berks Cultural Diversity Festival - October 1st, 12 - 6 PM

• 1st Sunday Swing Dance Party w/ Temple Avenue - October 1st, 3:00 PM

• Pagoda, Peace Rock and Neversink Mountain..15miles. Moderate + hike - October 1st, 9:00 AM

• Week Without Violence YWCA Tri-County Event - October 16th-21st - 2 PM

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Motorcycle Accident in Union Township Calls for Emergency Response

On Thursday afternoon, a severe motorcycle collision occurred at the intersection of Black Matt Road and West Schuylkill Road in Union Township, prompting Berks County coroners to arrive at the scene.

The emergency services were alerted around 4:40 p.m., following reports of a crash with entrapment involving both a vehicle and a motorcycle. Rapid response teams hurried to the accident site to manage the situation.

Life-saving measures, including CPR, were administered to the motorcycle rider while a rescue engine was summoned to aid in extricating an individual trapped within the vehicle.

By approximately 5 p.m., the trapped individual was successfully extricated from the vehicle, with coroners arriving on scene shortly thereafter.

The incident led to temporary road closures in the vicinity. West Schuylkill Road, also known as Route 724, was shut down between River Bridge Road and Magnolia Drive in Union Township. Additionally, Black Matt Road was closed off between Route 724 and Sovereign Drive, as per emergency dispatch reports.

Pottstown Students to Ride Buses for Free Following Community Donations

A month after disruptive behavior led to the cancellation of two out of three "fare ride" bus runs in Pottstown, a walking school district, the service has not only been restored but now made free for students, thanks to $6,250 in donations from local communities.

Previously, students paid $1.25 for a ride, but behavioral issues caused a shortage of willing drivers, prompting the cancellation. Following a compromise requiring students to sign a behavior agreement, local faith communities and individuals rallied to cover the fare costs for the entire school year, easing the burden on students and their families.

LOCAL CRIME

Berks County Resident Sentenced to 6-15 Years for Fatal DUI Crash

A Berks County resident, found guilty of causing a fatal accident while under the influence, has been sentenced to a prison term ranging from six to 15 years by a Lehigh County judge.

41-year-old Jonathan A. Richards from Shillington was found with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.24%, three times the legal limit, driving against the traffic when he instigated a head-on collision on Hamilton Boulevard in Upper Macungie Township. The unfortunate incident claimed the life of 26-year-old Wadnor-Jean Louis from York.

Richards was convicted on August 3 for homicide by vehicle among other related charges, with Judge Anna-Kristie M. Marks delivering the sentence on Wednesday.

The fatal collision occurred near Farmington Road around 4:40 a.m. on January 17, 2021. Surveillance footage revealed Richards’ Jeep was moving northbound in the southbound lanes when it collided with Louis’ vehicle.

Louis succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while Richards sustained serious injuries.

Delayed Hearing for Notorious Chester County Escapee, Danelo Souza Cavalcante

The preliminary hearing for Danelo Souza Cavalcante, a notable prison escapee from Chester County, has been postponed to a later date, with no new date set yet. Cavalcante had escaped Chester County Prison in August, following a life sentence for first-degree murder, evading police for two weeks before recapture.

The delay in hearing is due to the absence of an attorney for Cavalcante, though the Chester County Public Defender’s Office has confirmed representation.

The hearing, whenever held, may not garner much attention as Cavalcante might waive his right to it, proceeding directly to trial. The details of his escape have been clear and well-documented, with video evidence showing his escape route.

This incident follows another escape in May by Igor Bolte, which led to some security upgrades, though apparently insufficient to prevent Cavalcante's escape. In the aftermath, further security measures are being planned to prevent such incidents in the future.

Woman Arrested for Retail Theft in North Coventry Township

On September 16, 2023, at around 12:11 p.m., the North Coventry Township Police Department responded to a reported retail theft at the Giant store located at 86 Glocker Way. A woman was reported to have picked out items and exited the store without making a payment. Witnesses last saw her leaving the store's parking area in a silver Ford Escape.

Following the report, police officers located the said vehicle on S. Hanover St. The vehicle was operated by Kathleen Campbell, a 62-year-old resident of Pottstown, who was then taken into custody without any issues. After standard processing, Campbell was released but has been charged with one count of retail theft, a misdemeanor as per Pennsylvania law.

Campbell is set to have her preliminary hearing in front of Judge Hipple at District Court 15-3-01 on October 26, 2023.

It's important to note that an arrest, criminal complaint, or charge is not an indication of guilt. Every suspect, arrestee, or defendant is considered innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

PHILLIES

Eventful Game Ends in 3-2 Loss for Philadelphia Phillies Against Pittsburgh

The Philadelphia Phillies faced a 3-2 defeat against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Kyle Schwarber hit his 46th homer, matching last year's NL-leading total, while Trea Turner scored a point by stealing a base.

The game saw a heated moment when Bryce Harper was ejected post a dispute with umpire Ángel Hernández over a call.

Zack Wheeler had a notable performance, pitching four innings as a final preparation for the upcoming NL Wild Card Series. Despite the loss, the game at Citizens Bank Park drew over 34,000 fans, contributing to the highest season total attendance since 2013. The Phillies' home record stands at 49-32, with manager Rob Thomson appreciating the team and fans' support in their playoff journey.

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