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.Update: Berks County Commissioner Christian Leinbach said Tuesday evening there’s
Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich today touted how regional teams created under the Shapiro Administration and backed by the U.S. Department of Justice will help keep older Pennsylvanians safe and protected from abuse.These regional coalitions are called Multidisciplinary Tea
Update – 2/17/26: The Berks County Coroner’s Office released the following information Tuesday: The victim, identified as 76-year-old Ann D. Arena of Caernarvon Township, was walking across the lot with another woman when both were struck. Arena was transported to the emergency department at Reading
The Reading Public Museum is proud to present Re-Discovering Native America: Stories in Motion with The Red Road Project, a compelling photo-docuseries on view from February 7 through May 3, 2026. This exhibition highlights inspiring stories of present-day Native American individuals and communities
Reading Hospital is again partnering with The Junior League of Reading and Berks Teens to host “Let’s Talk, Period,” a popular event focused on menstrual equity and period positivity for teens and tweens.The free event will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reading Hospital School
The Borough of Wyomissing has granted a conditional extension to the Berkshire Mall after inspections confirmed substantial progress in repairing critical safety systems following weather-related damage.Borough officials responded on Feb. 9 and 10 to reports of burst water and sprinkler piping at th
Family Promise of Berks County is proud to celebrate 20 years of service to the Berks County community, marking two decades of compassionate support, housing stability, and hope for families, youth, and young adults experiencing housing insecurity.Founded in 2006, Family Promise of Berks County has
Olivet Boys & Girls Club of Reading & Berks County has announced its signature annual fundraising event, the 2026 Leaders & Legends Dinner, to be held Monday, March 30, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading. This year’s theme, “Game Plan for Greatness,” highlights the transformative power of men
When Dr. Archit A. Naik talks about innovation in breast cancer surgery, he doesn’t start with technology. He starts with people.“Patients come to you at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives,” said Naik, a breast surgical oncologist with Tower Health. “My responsibility is to make sure I’
Alvernia University selects SCHRADERGROUP Studio as architect and Heim Construction Co. as general contractor for the American House at Reading CollegeTowne project, a phased rehabilitation of the historic, 45,000-square-foot building at 354 Penn St.“American House is a key part of our CollegeTowne
The Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College has unveiled its 2026 season lineup, featuring a mix of music, comedy, dance, family programming and new free offerings for students.Running from February through June, the season includes Broadway-themed events, tribute concerts, cont
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s District 5 has announced several upcoming road work projects across Berks County next week, with most work scheduled during daytime hours.On US 222 between the Lancaster County line and PA 73, PennDOT maintenance forces will perform other maintenance a
A Berks County farm is among 25 across Pennsylvania that will be permanently preserved through a nearly $7.1 million state investment aimed at protecting prime farmland from future development.The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture announced that the State Agricultural Land Preservation Board ap
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 — When Cindy Rightmyer found out the Trump administration spent $87.4
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
The City of Reading has announced that Caramel’s Dog Park at Schlegel Park will be temporarily closed to the public effective immediately to allow for the installation of new lighting as part of the City’s GESA Sustainability & Modernization Project in partnership with Schneider Electric and AEC Lig
A second search warrant executed Monday in connection with an ongoing investigation into the sale of marijuana and THC products that exceed legal limits from local smoke shops resulted in the seizure of an additional $60,000 worth of suspected THC products, according to an update from the Berks Coun
Nathan Thomas, Ph.D., professor and founder of the theatre program at Alvernia University, was recognized with the Innovative Teaching Award from the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Region 2.The award honors one college or university faculty member each year for excellence
Three men have been charged following a months-long investigation into illegal drug sales from two local smoke shops, Berks County officials announced Monday, saying the case was prompted by community complaints that high-potency THC products were being sold — including to juveniles.According to the
The County of Berks invites residents, community leaders, and partners to join in celebrating the kickoff of Berks 275, commemorating the 275th anniversary of the incorporation of Berks County, at a special public event on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Miller Center at Reading Area Community Col
Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) of Reading, a program of VOiCEup Berks, is once again challenging Berks County youth to turn creativity into compassion through the annual YVC Canstructure Contest. Now in its ninth consecutive year, the youth-led structure-building competition returns on Saturday, March
What began as a class project at Governor Mifflin School District’s Brecknock Elementary has gained fourth graders a state title at the PA Invention Convention, a ticket to the RTX Invention Convention’s National Competition, and attention from a leader in the construction industry.On Wednesday, Feb
The Reading Police Academy is marking 50 years since being commissioned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC).The Academy began its 2026 training year with a full class of forty-two police cadets. Thirteen of those cadet
Berks Women2Women, a special program of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), has announced the 2026 ATHENA Leadership Award and EmpowHER Award winners.The ATHENA Leadership Award celebrates the exemplary leadership of a woman leader who demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in t
