By Lauren Gudknecht Assistant Sports Editor Julie Andrews may or may not have missed her window to make an appearance in a third ‘Princess Diaries’ movie. Recently Andrews talked with co-hosts of “The Talk” via video chat where she opened up about a possible addition to the franchise, starring herself and Anne Hathaway. “I’ve heard […]
Month: May 2020
By Sammy Strobel Assistant Sports Editor Due to a Sign-Stealing Scandal, Alex Cora recently lost his job as the Red Sox’s manager. He was suspended, but that suspension is ending. When managing the Red Sox, Cora led them to the 2018 title. The M.L.B. investigators identified Cora as a central figure in an illicit scheme […]
By Lauren Gudknecht Assistant Sports Editor Disney+ has now adjoined itself as a competitive streaming platform. As we are heading into May 2020, fans are wondering what new and exciting things the franchises available through the streaming platform, such as Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and National Geographic, have in store. While this platform has a […]
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49ers Joe Staley retires after 13 seasons
By Sammy Strobel Assistant Sports Editor On April 25, the NFL announced Joe Staley’s retirement. Staley, 35, played for the San Francsisco’s 49ers for 13 years. He is a three-time All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowl selection. “For the last 13 years,” said 49ers CEO, Jed York, “Joe Staley conducted himself in a manner that epitomizes […]
By Donovan Levine Freeform Editor “Until this country can truly acknowledge the ills of its system, we will continue to see black blood drain our streets.” These were the powerful words spoken by James Woodall, President of the Georgia National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Ahmaud Arbery, 25-years-old and unarmed, was killed […]
By Lauren Gudknecht Assistant Sports Editor Since April 15, Luke Combs announced his new quarantine-inspired song on YouTube and finally released the tune on May 1. Written by Combs with Brent Cobb and Ryan Snyder, “Six Feet Apart” talks about the depressing feelings of witnessing spring come alive but not being able to enjoy what […]
By Ibeth Villa Contributing Writer The non-profit organization Barrio Alegría has introduced a new project titled “Uncovering Immigrant Stories,” an eight-week workshop with a focus on giving immigrants in Reading a medium to voice their experiences. Through this project, Barrio Alegría hopes to change the perceptions many Americans have of immigrants. This community project is […]
By Lauren Gudknecht Assistant Sports Editor The NFL teams are concerned that Tom Brady is visiting Tampa Bay Buccaneers coaches in the middle of the restrictions over the coronavirus pandemic. Team officials are seeking discipline against both parties. According to CBS Sports News, “Teams have told the league they are expecting ‘stern’ punishment over the […]
By Lauren Gudknecht Assistant Sports Editor Due to COVID-19, teams and leagues in the NBA, NHL, and MLB have been shut down for the season. There is an estimated amount of $1 billion in consumer capital held by franchises and ticket services, and the patience of the fans is running out. Earlier in the week, […]
By Matthew Bandy Contributing Writer Businesses on Main St. in Kutztown have adapted to the COVID-19 closures of both KU and non-essential businesses, as enforced by Governor Tom Wolf. With KU, and the county as a whole, under a stay-at-home order, some of these businesses have changed their practices to adapt to the current business […]