š± Are broken sprinklers putting Reading neighborhoods at greater fire risk?
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In today's newsletter:
- Are broken sprinklers putting Reading neighborhoods at greater fire risk?
- What did FDA inspectors uncover inside Readingās ByHeart formula plant?
- Which Berks museumsāIncluding Readingāsājust landed fresh state funding?
Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? Youāve lost a tooth! š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Mostly cloudy and colder, with a high of 29 and low of 13 degrees. āļø Brr!
- Monday: Cold; afternoon flurries, temps: high: 30, low: 16.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and cold, with a high of 32 and low of 24 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Reading fire marshal warns of dangerous pattern in city buildings without sprinkler systems (wfmz.com) ā Readingās fire marshal is warning that a string of arsons and major fires in city buildings without working sprinkler systems shows a dangerous pattern that puts residents and firefighters at risk. He highlighted several costly Reading fires tied to shut-off sprinklers and urged all local property owners to maintain sprinkler and alarm systems to prevent future disasters. 
ā¢ What caused the ByHeart Botulism Outbreak that went on for years? (lexblog.com) ā ByHeartās now-closed Blendhouse facility in Reading is at the center of a multi-year infant formula botulism investigation, with FDA inspectors documenting serious sanitation, contamination, and pest-control problems. The article explains how the Reading plant made the base formula, details federal warning letters and inspections, and outlines how these issues connect to a nationwide recall and dozens of infant hospitalizations.
ā¢ State awards over $181K to support Berks County museums and historical groups (berksweekly.com) ā More than $181,000 in state cultural grants is headed to Berks County, including support for the Foundation for the Reading Public Museum and several nearby museums and history groups. The annual program helps cover basic operating costs so these institutions can keep preserving local history, running exhibits, and offering educational programs for residents across Reading and the county.
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Orthros & Divine Liturgy
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Slow Flow with Tiffany: Sundays - Winter Session 1
New Beginnings Massage Wellness Center , 200 Spring Ridge Dr Suite 202 , Wyomissing
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Jingle & Joy with Santa Claus: An Inclusive Santa Event
Rooted In Wellness , Play & Grow Studio , 1235 Penn Ave 206 (Main Office #306 , Wyomissing
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Divine Liturgy
Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church , 1001 E Wyomissing Blvd , Reading
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Second Sunday at West Reading Farmers Market - Holiday Edition
West Reading Center , 513 Penn Ave , West Reading
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Sunday December 14
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi all, I know this time of year is very hard for a lot of folks, myself included.
You lose people you love, and it hurts like U know what. I always say name one thing to be grateful for everyday. Well a therapist taught me that,ā¦ (Nextdoor Hyde Park) - Our neighborhood is normally very quiet....
(Lorane) - There have been a lot of sirens - LOTS of sirens.... anyone know what's going on? (It's 7:30 Friday night.) (Nextdoor Lorane)
- MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Activities Assistant Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $20-$37/Hr in Reading. Apply here.
- Pennsylvania State University posted a job opening for Part Time - Student - Beaver Athletic & Wellness Center Event & Facility Worker in Reading. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Reading here.
š Nearby News
Downingtown
- Whitford Charitable Classic raises $100,000 for 10 charities (dailylocal.com)
- Downingtown Christmas Parade Set for Dec. 13 (wmmr.com)
- Downingtown West's Meenan giving a voice to Whippets' 5-0 start (cityofbasketballlove.com)
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