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Penn Township: Fatal Accident on Route 183

Thursday: Accident on Route 183 (Bernville Road) in Penn Township near Old State Road, initially reported to be 3 vehicles with entrapment and multiple injuries, including one fatality. The road is expected to be closed for an extended period of time. Accident on Route 183 (Bernville Road) in Penn Township near Old State Road, initially reported to be 3 vehicles with entrapment and multiple injuries, including one fatality. The road is expected to be closed for an extended period of time.

Reading: Shooting

Thursday: Reading Police and EMS responded to a shooting Saturday morning around 6:00 a.m. in the 800 block of Nicolls Street. Officers initially reported finding two people on the ground with gunshot wounds. One victim was transported to the hospital, but their condition is not yet known. The second person was reported deceased, though this has not been confirmed by authorities.

Soda nozzle at bar observed with slime build up: Restaurant Inspections, October 2, 2025

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County. Inspections are a “snapshot” of the day and time of the inspection. Violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to t

Haunted Hollow returns to Jim Dietrich Park with scares and family fun

Muhlenberg Township is bringing back its popular Haunted Hollow event at Jim Dietrich Park this October, transforming the park along the river into a spooky seasonal destination. The event runs from Friday, October 10, through Sunday, October 12, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. each evening.Visitors can expe

Amanda Lynn McCoy appointed Executive Director of Berks History Center

The Berks History Center (BHC) has announced the appointment of Amanda Lynn McCoy as its new Executive Director, effective September 29, 2025. A lifelong Berks County resident with deep roots in the community and a strong background in nonprofit leadership, Amanda brings passion, experience, and vis

PSP Hamburg arrests juvenile, mother following roadway obstruction in Upper Bern Township

Pennsylvania State Police in Hamburg arrested a juvenile male and his mother after a large gathering of off-road vehicles obstructed traffic on Old Route 22 at Wolf Creek Road Saturday afternoon.According to state police, on September 27 around 2:00 p.m., troopers observed a group of approximately 1

Tammy Black – educator, vocal performer, and Berks Opera Co. artistic director sharing her passion across Berks

Not many children can claim a vocal performance debut in front of an audience at the age of four, however, Tamara (Tammy) Black and her three-year-old brother, Rich, sang at their first wedding together at those tender ages. “My mother, Francine Black, is a career musician, and I grew up singing eve

Lauren Conrad: turning love and loss into a legacy of light

Plans for a beautiful October wedding for Lauren Ludwig and Kyle Conrad, were scheduled to take place on October 29th, 2011. Not only would the day mark the beginning of their life together, but would serve as the highlight of their story and their lifelong friendship. “Kyle and I grew up together a

Garrett Hyneman: Paving the way for youth engagement with the environment

Garrett Hyneman is a 2025 Governor Mifflin graduate who is heading to Lehigh University this fall. “I will major in mechanical engineering, environment and sustainability, with an emphasis on green energy. I will be running division one cross-country as well. I received a half tuition trustees schol

Ramón Márquez: From Reading youth to Wilson School District leader making the most of every opportunity

More than just the writer of this story, I’ve had the opportunity to watch this young man throughout his life and witness his enthusiasm, positive attitude, and work ethic. Today, Ramón Márquez is the ninth-grade building principal for the Wilson School District, raising three children with his wife

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