An advertisement cheering the return of beer to a Schuylkill County community | 1933

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On April 7, 1933, changes to the Volstead Act allowed the sale of beer with up to 3.2% alcohol, marking the beginning of the end for Prohibition. In Tower City, PA, Frank Mione’s Café celebrated the occasion with an enthusiastic newspaper advertisement welcoming beer back to their business. Read the full story.

History you can make at home – Mrs. Mione’s lasagna recipe | 1964

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In 1964, the West Schuylkill Herald featured Mrs. Mione’s classic Italian lasagna recipe, a staple at her family’s table in Tower City, PA. Decades later, Mione’s Pizza remains a beloved local institution, still serving up flavors rooted in tradition. Read the full story and recipe.