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Neighbors

At Centro Hispano, Pastor Jeannie turns compassion into community impact

Virgen Rubero has spent a great portion of her adult life caring for others. First, as a mother of four children, and later, starting...
In the Classroom

Leslie Esterly: Placing children with multiple disabilities on a path to reaching their greatest potential

For the past 19 years, Leslie Esterly has been working with the youngest of students in the Reading School District challenged with multiple disabilities...
Neighbors

Shaped by Shillington: Michael Pinto’s childhood memories inspire community service

Lifetime resident Michael Pinto has fond memories growing up in the Shillington community. Riding his bike through the tree-lined streets, summertime at the pool,...
First Responders

On a mission to end child trafficking, Detective Kevin Quinter leads with heart

When Detective Sergeant Kevin Quinter entered into a career in law enforcement with the Wyomissing Police Department in 2008 he was a husband and...
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In the Classroom

Dr. Solomon Lausch: Returning to the classroom to inspire young minds

The mark of a devoted educator often lies in one’s personal mission to promote a love of learning wherever it takes them throughout their...
Hometown Focus

A pressing piece of Pagoda history finds a new home at City Hall

While the lights atop Mount Penn have dimmed for the time being, one of the Reading Pagoda’s most charming souvenirs continues to shine—now from...
Public Service

“You just never know”: Hamburg postal worker shares journey, resilience after dog attack on her route

For Amanda Salen, working for the U.S. Postal Service wasn’t always part of the plan. But it’s quickly become more than just a job...
First Responders

Dominic Lombardo: On the front lines of emergency care

At just 24 years old, Dominic Lombardo has already spent nearly a decade in emergency medical services. As a paramedic and clinical coordinator at...
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History

County airman dies as POW during American WWII fire bombing of Tokyo

Twelve heavy bomber crew members from PA were Prisoners of War in the Tokyo Military Prison when it was destroyed during an American firebombing...
Milestones

Shoemakersville letter carrier honored for 40 years of service

Longtime Shoemakersville letter carrier Robert Oswald was honored Friday morning for 40 years of dedicated service with the United States Postal Service. The celebration,...
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