Pennsylvania State Police have charged a Berks County man in connection with a series of alleged burglaries targeting the homes of recently deceased residents.According to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office, Derrick Raker was charged with eight counts of burglary, nine counts of persons not
A Berks County player recently won an online Pennsylvania Lottery prize worth $636,731.59, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery.The prize was awarded through the EZ eInstant game MONOPOLY Money Mint, which contributes to both the Minor and Mega EZ Jackpot. Game play includes opportunities to multip
PennDOT has announced several daytime roadwork projects across Berks County scheduled for early March, including brush cutting, bridge repairs, and other maintenance activities. Drivers can expect lane restrictions, shoulder work, and periodic delays at multiple locations throughout the week and are
This article originally appeared in Good Day, Berks — Spotlight PA’s free daily newsletter for Berks County and your daily dose of Berks County essentials. Sign up here.This week’s Community Spotlight honoree is Suzanne Harteg, 71, who has coordinated her church’s efforts to benefit Family Promise o
The Berks County Bar Association is inviting students in grades 5 through 8 to participate in its 2026 Law Day Multimedia Competition, encouraging young people to explore the role of law in American life through creative projects.According to the Bar Association, this year’s Law Day theme is “The Ru
The Reading Theater Project has announced the 11th annual “5-Minute Fringe Festival: Legacy.” This live theater production will feature new work by 12 playwrights and performers from around the region. Performances begin Friday, Feb. 27, and continue through Sunday, March 1 at the Yocum Institute
Berks Community Health Center (BCHC) will honor Donald F. Smith, Jr., Esq., founding member and former Board member, with the health center’s Civitas Award at the seventh annual Picture Berks Healthy on Monday, March 16, 2026. Also receiving recognition is United Way of Berks County, which will be p
ProBerco has announced the appointment of five distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors, each bringing extensive expertise and a strong commitment to advancing our mission. Their collective experience across diverse sectors will provide invaluable insight and strategic guidance, strengt
Lifelong Republican and educator Mitch Micale has announced his campaign for Pennsylvania State Representative in the 130th Legislative District.According to Micale, his campaign will focus on lowering the cost of living for Pennsylvania families, strengthening public safety by supporting and equipp
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited the Berks County Agriculture Center in Bern Township on Thursday to provide an update on proposed federal immigration detention facilities in Berks and Schuylkill counties, reiterating his opposition and saying the state will use its legal and regulatory authority to try to
This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.READING — Gov. Josh Shapiro says he will use “every tool at his disposal” to stop
This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.READING — Maryland’s attorney general is suing the federal government to prevent
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
For Kara Mickiewicz ’27, it all started with one week in July. Shark Week.Mickiewicz spent her childhood glued to the annual Discovery Channel event, certain she’d end up studying the ocean. Today, she’s doing exactly that — tracking harbor porpoise and minke whales in the Gulf of Maine as an underg
Habitat for Humanity of Berks County has announced the appointment of Dr. Khalid Mumin, Superintendent of the Reading School District, to a five-year term on its Board of Directors.Dr. Mumin previously served as a valued member of the Habitat Berks Board during his earlier tenure as superintendent,
Alvernia University and community partners marked a major milestone Wednesday with a ceremonial wall-breaking at the historic American House building in downtown Reading, launching the next phase of the Reading CollegeTowne initiative.The renovation of the 45,000-square-foot, four-story property at
This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.UPPER BERN — Roughly 100 people protested this weekend outside the municipal buil
This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.READING — Lt. Rebecca Zentmyer is the only professional female firefighter in Rea
The City of Reading announced Monday its official proclamation recognizing Black History Month, reaffirming the city’s commitment to honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans locally and nationwide.As part of the observance, Reading City Hall began illumination Monday eveni
Berks County District Attorney John T. Adams is joining prosecutors across Pennsylvania in urging state leaders to adopt a series of public safety policy changes aimed at addressing gun violence, victim services, and emerging drug concerns.In a recent press release dated Feb. 19, Adams announced his
This story, written by Luisa Corporan for Barrio Alegría, is part of a series designed to empower the community to take action in mitigating the impact of pollution and the misuse of natural resources. Lea este artículo en español aquí.We receive different types of messages every day; however, when
Nearly one year ago, Robert Eisenhower of Bernville underwent life-saving heart surgery at Reading Hospital after his valve dissolved – a situation his wife, Brenda, described as “very close to the end.”Thanks to the skill and quick actions of Dr. Brian McCauley and the cardiac care team, Eisenhower
This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.UPPER BERN — Not enough clean water. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of sewage d
Vox Philia will present its annual Black History Month concert later this month, bringing together multiple choirs from Berks County and surrounding institutions for a collaborative choral performance.The concert is scheduled for Saturday, February 28 at 4 p.m. at Immanuel UCC, 99 S. Waverly Street
