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RELEASE: RRYHA '23-24 Fall Youth League Half-Ice & Full-Ice
RELEASE: RRYHA '23-24 Fall Youth League Half-Ice & Full-IceReading, PA - The Reading Royals Youth Hockey Association is accepting registrations for their 2023 Fall Youth League presented by Visions Federal Credit Union. The RRYHA offers leagues to boys (Ages: 6-18) and girls (Ages: 6-19) at Half-Ice or Full-Ice levels. "The RRYHA is excited to begin another year of our in-house program," said Vice President of Operations Dakota Procyk. "Our coaches are doing a
RELEASE: Bakich Signs Professional Tryout Contract with Dallas Stars
RELEASE: Bakich Signs Professional Tryout Contract with Dallas StarsReading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Tuesday that forward Solag Bakich has signed a Professional Tryout Contract (PTO) with the Dallas Stars. The Dallas, Texas native will skate for his hometown's NHL club in the Stars' training camp beginning on Thursday, September 21. The Stars will hold an on-site pre-season game against the
RELEASE: Royals Announce Single Game Tickets Go On Sale On Sept. 28
RELEASE: Royals Announce Single Game Tickets Go On Sale On Sept. 28Reading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Tuesday that single game tickets for the 2023-24 season will go live at 10 AM on Thursday, September 28. Tickets start at $12! Ticket Link The Royals are 39 days away from their Opening Night game against the Trois-Rivières Lions on Saturday,
Spotts Insurance Group Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Spotts Insurance Group Celebrates 30th Anniversary Jeffrey Spotts, President and CEO of Spotts Insurance Group, is proud to announce that they are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. Founded in 1993 with one office in Wyomissing, the agency has expanded to meet the needs of their clients with ten additional locations in Berks, Carbon, Chester, Lancaster, Lehigh, and Schuylkill Counties. The Spotts Insurance Group is a full service, award-winning agency that has a reputation as a trusted
ONE MONTH NOTICE: Reading Royals 18th Annual Slapshot Charities Golf Tournament
ONE MONTH NOTICE: Reading Royals 18th Annual Slapshot Charities Golf TournamentReading, PA - We are officially one month out from the Reading Royals charity-based golf outing this Fall presented by Supreme Ceilings. The Reading Royals Charity Golf Tournament is taking place on Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at Heidelberg Country Club (1 Country Club Drive, Bernville, PA). Entering its 18th season, the Swing into the Season Tournament features Royals players and coaches at the event as
RELEASE: Post-Game Fireworks on Opening Night! 40 Days to Opening Night Presented By Supportive Concepts For Families
RELEASE: Post-Game Fireworks on Opening Night! 40 Days to Opening Night Presented By Supportive Concepts For FamiliesReading, PA - The Reading Royals are 40 days away from their Opening Night game against the Trois-Rivières Lions on Saturday, October 28 at 7:00 PM at Santander Arena presented by Supportive Concepts For Families. Be sure to join us after the game for an Opening Night Post-Game Firework show on Penn Street! Fans can look for social media announcements on promotional
Penn State Berks recognizes nearly 100 students for summer 2023 dean’s list
WYOMISSING, Pa. – Penn State Berks has named nearly 100 students to the summer 2023 dean’s list. To earn a dean’s list designation, students must end the semester with a 3.5 grade-point average or higher. Students are listed alphabetically by last name, ordered by hometowns, also listed alphabetically. Akron, PA Luke Andes Alburtis, PA Christopher Adams Allentown, PA Minh Ngo Gordon Shaw Avon, CT Ankita Srivasthava Bath, PA Emma Blanchfield Birdsboro, PA Colby
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Penn State Berks professor forms cycling team to benefit pediatric cancer
Michele Ramsey was inspired by relative diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a toddler WYOMISSING, Pa. — A team of faculty and staff at Penn State Berks have come together to form a cycling team with the ultimate goal of raising funds for pediatric cancer. The team is participating in the Great Cycling Challenge with the goal of raising at least $3,000 and riding at least 500 miles during the month of September, which is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in the United States. Michele Ramsey, associate
RELEASE: Royals Unveil 2023-24 Promotional Schedule
RELEASE: Royals Unveil 2023-24 Promotional ScheduleReading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Thursday the team’s 2023-24 promotional schedule. Every game will have a promotional feature in the coming season. There's no shortage of entertainment for the whole family with popular nights such as Teddy Bear Toss, Pucks and Paws, Pink in the Rink and Motorsports returning to the Royals schedule. The Royals
RELEASE: Artistic Toy Donates 2,000 Teddy Bears Towards Royals' Teddy Bear Toss Game
RELEASE: Artistic Toy Donates 2,000 Teddy Bears Towards Royals' Teddy Bear Toss GameReading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Saturday that they will be receiving 2,000 teddy bears from Artistic Toy in spirit of National Teddy Bear Day. The donated teddy bears will be featured at the Royals' Teddy Bear Toss game on Saturday, December 9 at Santander Arena. "The Royals have been long
RELEASE: Tyson Fawcett, F Returns To Reading For 2023-24 Season
RELEASE: Tyson Fawcett, F Returns To Reading For 2023-24 SeasonReading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Monday that forward Tyson Fawcett has signed with the club for the 2023-24 season. “I am super excited to get back to the Royals and get back into such a first class organization,” Fawcett said. “I’m grateful for the opportunity I have here and can’t wait to do something special
Garden Spot Communities and Frederick Living Announce Affiliation
[NEW HOLLAND, PA] – The Board of Directors for Garden Spot Communities and Frederick Living announce the affiliation of the two organizations. Garden Spot Communities and Frederick Living share a similar mission and values as faith-based, non-profit continuing care retirement communities. The CEOs of the two organizations, Steve Lindsey of Garden Spot Communities and Michelle Rassler of Frederick Living, jointly delivered the exciting news. “It's been a busy summer as our boards, leadership, and outside
RELEASE: 50 Days Until Royals Opening Night Presented By Supportive Concepts For Families
RELEASE: 50 Days Until Royals Opening Night Presented By Supportive Concepts For FamiliesReading, PA - The Reading Royals are 50 days away from their Opening Night game against the Trois-Rivières Lions on Saturday, October 28 at 7:00 PM at Santander Arena presented by Supportive Concepts For Families. Fans can look for social media announcements on promotional deals, group outing opportunities and team events leading up to the home opener by following the Royals on Facebook,
Penn State Berks hosts Penn State Laureate and visual artist Lori Hepner Oct. 2
Penn State Berks hosts Penn State Laureate and visual artist Lori Hepner Oct. 2An integrative arts professor, Hepner was named the laureate for 2023-24 WYOMISSING, Pa. — Lori Hepner, the 2023-24 Penn State Laureate, will visit Penn State Berks and give a live presentation at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2. The event, which will take place in the Perkins Student Center Multipurpose Room, is free and open to the public. A visual artist who has been teaching at Penn State since 2007, Hepner uses movement to
Penn State Berks to host Family and Homecoming Weekend Oct. 6-8
Penn State Berks to host Family and Homecoming Weekend Oct. 6-8 This year’s theme is ‘Building Memories’ WYOMISSING, Pa. — Penn State Berks alumni and family members of students are invited to the college’s annual Family and Homecoming Weekend, Friday, Oct. 6, to Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. This year’s theme is "Building Memories.” The weekend will include activities for the entire family, including social and athletic events that showcase the campus. Most events are free and open to all attendees
Prospective students invited to Penn State Day at Berks campus, Oct. 7
Prospective students invited to Penn State Day at Berks campus, Oct. 7 WYOMISSING, Pa. — Prospective students and their families are invited to a visitation program at Penn State Berks at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in the Perkins Student Center, located just off Broadcasting Road in Wyomissing. The event is part of the University's "Penn State Day" in which Penn State campuses throughout the state host visitation programs during the months of September and October. Attendees must register in advance. From
RELEASE: RRYHA '23-24 Fall Youth League Half-Ice & Full-Ice
RELEASE: RRYHA '23-24 Fall Youth League Half-Ice & Full-IceReading, PA - The Reading Royals Youth Hockey Association is accepting registrations for their 2023 Fall Youth League. The RRYHA offers leagues to boys (Ages: 6-18) and girls (Ages: 6-19) at Half-Ice or Full-Ice levels. "The RRYHA is excited to begin another year of our in-house program," said Vice President of Operations Dakota Procyk. "Our coaches are doing a phenomenal job developing our youth players
RELEASE: Reading Royals 18th Annual Slapshot Charities Golf Tournament
RELEASE: Reading Royals 18th Annual Slapshot Charities Golf TournamentReading, PA - Grab your clubs and help the Reading Royals kick off the 2023-24 season in a charity-based golf outing this Fall presented by Supreme Ceilings. The Reading Royals Charity Golf Tournament is taking place on Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at Heidelberg Country Club (1 Country Club Drive, Bernville, PA). Entering its 18th season, the Swing into the Season Tournament features Royals players and coaches at the
Penn State Berks to host 'Major Possibilities' event Sept. 23
Penn State Berks to host 'Major Possibilities' event Sept. 23WYOMISSING, Pa. – Prospective students are invited to attend the Penn State Berks' "Major Possibilities" information program from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23. This program will highlight the degree offerings at the college. It will begin with an academic fair, staffed bycollege faculty, staff and students, followed by two tracks of information sessions on choosing a major, studying abroad, preparing for graduate school, and
Penn State Berks Global Oscars presents ‘Holy Spider’ on Sept. 12
Penn State Berks Global Oscars presents ‘Holy Spider’ on Sept. 12 WYOMISSING, Pa. — As part of the "Global Oscars Comes to Berks" series, Penn State Berks will present the film "Holy Spider” at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12, in room 5 of the Luerssen Science Building. The presentation is free and open to the public. “Holy Spider,” a Danish-Iranian film directed by Ali Abbasi, follows a journalist who travels to the Iranian holy city of Mashhad and investigates the serial killings of sex workers by the
Penn State Berks hosts 10th annual Guts and Glory Digestive and Wellness Expo
Penn State Berks hosts 10th annual Guts and Glory Digestive and Wellness ExpoThe Sept. 23 event is expected to attract 1,000 community members WYOMISSING, Pa. — The tenth annual Guts & Glory Digestive and Wellness Expo will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Penn State Berks. The expo was founded by the nonprofit organization My Gut Instinct and is sponsored by Penn State Berks, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Penn State Health and Highmark. Guts & Glory is a free,
Member Renewals
Thank you to the following Members who recently renewed their commitment to the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce:Barbara A. Akins, CPABechtelsville Car WashBorough of BoyertownColorworksHammond Group, IncIndependence Blue CrossJim Crawford @ Better Homes & Gardens Real EstateNew Hanover United Methodist ChurchNuage Logic IncPhysicians Care Surgical HospitalSunshine Cleaning Services World Travel, Inc.
Chamber Member Anniversaries
Happy anniversary to the following Members for their consecutive years of Chamber membership: 45+ YearsUniversal Machine Co.20 YearsPermabond, LLC Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation 10 Years Patient First5 YearsYucha Hearing Aids
TCACC Welcomes New Members!
Welcome to the following businesses who have chosen to invest in the TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce. When purchasing goods or services please keep these businesses as well as other Chamber Members in mind when Always Buying Chamber. New Members:Distinct Mobile Automotive Detailing 252 S Water StreetBirdsboro, PA 19518(610) 607-2504https://www.distinctautomotivedetailing.com/Auto Detailing/RestorationAffordable, high-quality detailing services for a variety of vehicle types - delivered to you!Jenman
TCACC thanks our Voluntary Contributors!
Thank you to our Voluntary Contributors during the month of July 2022!Voluntary contributors pay over their dues amount to help us provide additional programs and services to the entire Membership.Arcadia at Limerick PointeArtemis Design, Inc.Borough of PottstownE. Kenneth Nyce Law OfficeMarion & Black, LLCNational Financial NetworkNester InsuranceOrlando Law Offices, P.C.Service Electric Cablevision, Inc.Smale's PrinterySteel River PlayhouseSuperior Credit UnionThe Gambone Group
RELEASE: Receive Financial Support With The Royals Youth Hockey Fund
RELEASE: Receive Financial Support With The Royals Youth Hockey FundReading, PA - The Berks County Community Foundation is continuing to accept applications for the Royals Youth Hockey Fund. The fund was created to provide financial support for youth to participate in the game of hockey in our local area. Youth hockey opportunities in Berks County include the Royals Youth Hockey Association's lessons, camps, clinics, leagues, and programs such as Learn to
Five Years on Top: Tompkins Insurance Honored as a “Best Practices” Agency for Fifth Consecutive Year
Five Years on Top:Tompkins Insurance Honored as a “Best Practices” Agency for Fifth Consecutive YearAnnual Study Spotlights Insurance Industry Leaders Demonstrating Financial Stability and Operational Excellence WYOMISSING – In a significant milestone, Tompkins Insurance Agencies has been designated a “Best Practices” Agency, recognizing it as part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies across the United States for the fifth consecutive year. The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of
COMMUNITY HEALTH & DENTAL CARE HOSTING FREE EDUCATIONAL EVENTS THE IMPORTANCE OF COLORECTAL CANCER AND BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS
COMMUNITY HEALTH & DENTAL CARE HOSTING FREE EDUCATIONAL EVENTS THE IMPORTANCE OF COLORECTAL CANCER AND BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS Pottstown – Community Health & Dental Care, Inc. (CHDC) is offering two FREE educational events on the importance of having Colorectal Cancer Screenings and Breast Cancer Screenings. These educational events will be held on select Mondays in September, October, November, and December at its Coventry Mall location at 351 W. Schuylkill Road, Suite G-15A, Pottstown. The two classes
PBR Announces 2024 Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour Schedule
August 30, 2023 (Reading, PA) - The PBR (Professional Bull Riders) today announced its 2024 competition schedule for the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour, set to bring some of bull riding’s preeminent talents to 30 cities across 20 states, headlined by a historic 11 double-up event weekends. The announcement comes on the spurs of one of the organization’s most dynamic individual seasons in 2023, as the PBR Velocity Tour broke and reset numerous attendance and competition records en-route to its most
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TriCounty Area Chamber Welcomes New Members in April-June 2023
TriCounty Area Chamber Welcomes New Members in April-June 2023Pottstown, PA – The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership based, business advocacy organization serving Members in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester counties as well as along the Route 422 corridor. TCACC’s mission is to leverage the power of membership to provide valued membership services and proactive leadership for the tri-county region.The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed 7 New Members that
Penn State Berks seniors get a taste of European hospitality during study abroad
Penn State Berks seniors get a taste of European hospitality during study abroad WYOMISSING, Pa. – Studying abroad is a pivotal experience most students dream of having. For Penn State Berks senior hospitality management majors Grace Fischer and Amy Yu, they had the opportunity to live the dream firsthand. Earlier this summer, Fischer and Yu took their studies international, studying abroad in Europe with Penn State’s Hospitality Management program through the University Park campus. The trip
Tompkins Community Bank Celebration of Growth
A CELEBRATION OF GROWTH... Earlier this month, Tompkins Community Bank hosted its annual Ag Appreciation luncheon in Leesport, Pennsylvania, to recognize the impact that local agriculturalists have had on the development of the community. More than 100 clients, families, and Tompkins team members from across Pennsylvania came together to celebrate. Pictured left to right are members of Tompkins’ ag lending, community banking, and senior leadership teams: Lenin Agudo, Laurie Grube, Bob Massino, Vicki Ide,
Penn State Berks professor discusses the significance of the ‘Barbie’ movie
Penn State Berks professor discusses the significance of the ‘Barbie’ movie Ramsey is a media expert on issues concerning women’s studies and communication WYOMISSING, Pa. — "Barbie," the Greta Gerwig-directed film about the iconic doll, is now Warner Bros.’ highest-grossing domestic release, earning $537.4 million at the U.S. box office as of Aug. 16, beating the former title holder, the 2008 film “The Dark Knight,” which amassed $536 million, according to CNBC. In an effort to explore the
Penn State Berks engineering students receive LION STEM scholarship
Penn State Berks engineering students receive LION STEM scholarship WYOMISSING, Pa. — Seven incoming Penn State Berks students were awarded a scholarship to study engineering through the Penn State Berks Leveraging Innovation and Optimizing Nurturing (LION) STEM Scholars Program. The program is in its second year; the first year also had seven scholarship recipients. Penn State Berks received a $750,000 grant from the National Science Foundation's Scholarships in Science, Technology,
Penn State Berks Engineering Ahead bridges gap for incoming students
Penn State Berks Engineering Ahead bridges gap for incoming students Program celebrates its eighth year at Penn State Berks WYOMISSING, Pa. – “Being part of Engineering Ahead has made me feel more like an engineer,” stated Aaron Smith, a first-year student from Hamburg, Pennsylvania. “I decided to apply to this program because I heard it would give me a leg up on my college journey. I felt the math review was most helpful, though the industry visits were the most enjoyable. This program has prepared me
Penn State Berks begins 2023-24 academic year with convocation
Penn State Berks begins 2023-24 academic year with convocation WYOMISSING, Pa. – Penn State Berks kicked off the 2023-24 academic year with its fifth annual convocation ceremony for incoming and transfer students to welcome the members of the Class of 2027 to campus. The ceremony began at 12:15 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 under the tent on Perkins Plaza. For the ceremony, faculty donned their academic regalia. The processional was led by Lorena Tribe, faculty senate chair and associate professor of
RELEASE: Royals Sign Forward Mason McCarty & Goalie Jacob Kucharski For 2023-24 Season
RELEASE: Royals Sign Forward Mason McCarty & Goalie Jacob Kucharski For 2023-24 SeasonReading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced on Monday that forward Mason McCarty and goalie Jacob Kucharski have signed with the club for the 2023-24 season. “I am pretty excited to join this team,” McCarty said. “I’ve heard great things about the organization and the city of Reading. I am excited to
Montgomery County Community College celebrates the 40th anniversary of its Lively Arts Series
August 24, 2023, Blue Bell, Pa.— Montgomery County Community College will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its Lively Arts Series starting with several September performances in its newly redesigned theater on its Blue Bell Campus. Tickets for all Lively Arts performances are available at mc3.edu/livelyarts.Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m.: Starting the Lively Arts’ 2023-24 season will be the jazz/new age group, The Lao Tizer Band, featuring Karen Briggs (violin), Eric Marienthal (saxophone) and Chieli
11th Annual Basket Raffle Bingo!
For more than forty years, Helping Hands has provided a safe, social, educational, and stimulating environment and experience for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults. Helping Hands provides a safe space and subsequent programming to allow these adults to live their best everyday life with value. Our programs are designed around each individuals' needs to maximize the person's skills and abilities to his or her fullest potential and guide them to lead a meaningful life in the community. Our
RELEASE: 65 Days Until Royals Opening Night Presented By Supportive Concepts
RELEASE: 65 Days Until Royals Opening Night Presented By Supportive ConceptsReading, PA - The Reading Royals are 65 days away from their Opening Night game against the Trois-Rivières Lions on Saturday, October 28 at 7:00 PM at Santander Arena presented by Supportive Concepts. Fans can look for social media announcements on promotional deals, group outing opportunities and team events leading up to the home opener by following the Royals on Facebook, Instagram and X! In
RELEASE: Join Slapshot’s Kids Club!
RELEASE: Join Slapshot's Kids ClubReading, PA - The Reading Royals unveil the new Slapshot’s Kids Club, previously known titled the Royals Kid’s Club. Sign-ups for Slapshot’s Kids Club are OPEN TO ALL KIDS 14 & UNDER. Like the Royals Kid’s Club, Slapshot’s Kids Club offers exclusive access and opportunities for the youth to enjoy more than just a hockey game. They receive the full Royals experience! Kids Club Sign Up ALL KIDS CLUB MEMBERSHIPS
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