Due to the weekend winter forecast, Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) has announced it will not operate fixed-route bus service on Sunday, January 25, 2026.BARTA Special Services shared-ride service will only operate medically necessary and essential worker trips. All services for
A Spring Township woman is facing a misdemeanor charge after police say a 5-year-old child was found wandering outside alone during winter conditions in December.According to Spring Township Police, officers were dispatched on Dec. 14, 2025, to a welfare check in the 2300 block of Reading Avenue aft
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Berks County as a significant winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow and ice to the area beginning Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service.The warning will be in effect from 7 p.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Monday. Forecasters say the s
Mayor Eddie Morán declared a Snow Emergency in the City of Reading during a press conference Friday afternoon at the Reading Public Works Garage on North Sixth Street, citing concerns over heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions.“Effective immediately, I am declaring a snow emergency for the
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania upheld a final order of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) finding that the Reading Housing Authority (RHA) violated the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act by unlawfully denying a reasonable accommodation to a tenant with a disability who requeste
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital has announced Izzy Rivera (a Wernersville resident) as its 2026 Miracle Champion. Izzy’s story highlights how donor generosity provides children with lifesaving medical care and vital family support programs.At six mo
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has awarded more than $17 million in environmental grants statewide, including funding for a stream and floodplain improvement project in Berks County.As part of the 2025 Growing Greener grant round, the Berks County Conservation District recei
Update: Winter storm warning issued for Berks County; 10 to 15 inches of snow possibleOriginal post: Berks County is expected to see significant snowfall this weekend as a major winter storm moves through eastern Pennsylvania, according to a briefing issued Thursday afternoon by the National Weather
The City of Reading Police Department is providing additional information regarding a heavy police presence in the 800 block of Franklin Street on Thursday morning.According to police, officers were dispatched to the area around 8:30 a.m. on January 22 in response to a reported domestic dispute invo
The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for Berks County, warning of dangerously low wind chill temperatures expected late Friday into Saturday morning.The advisory is in effect from 10 p.m. Friday through 10 a.m. Saturday. Forecasters say wind chill values could drop as low
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
State officials announced multiple rounds of grant funding this week that will bring several million dollars in state investment to infrastructure and transportation projects across Berks County, supporting upgrades to water, sewer, stormwater and pedestrian facilities.Funding was approved by the Co
Penn State Health is expanding pediatric specialty services at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, increasing access to high-quality surgical care for children and adolescents in Berks County and the surrounding regions.Pediatric surgeons from Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital,
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.LOWER ALSACE — Antietam School District officials say a lack of funding and viabl
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced this week that nearly $53 million will be invested in 30 rail freight improvement projects across the state, including more than $3.4 million for two projects in Berks County.The funding, awarded through the Rail Transportation Assist
Genesius Theatre has announced its 55th season, unveiling a 2026 lineup that blends classic works, original productions, family-friendly programming and world premieres under the theme “a season of adventure”.Artistic Director Douglas Carter Beane, who is leading the theater through its next chapter
Registration is now open for the Pennsylvania State Police Troop L Camp Cadet Program, an annual overnight summer camp that gives youth an introduction to life at a police academy.The program will be held June 21 through June 27, 2026, at Camp Manatawny in Douglassville. It is open to boys and girls
A Twin Valley High School senior has been selected to represent Pennsylvania in the prestigious United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP), earning a trip to Washington, D.C., and a $10,000 undergraduate scholarship.Sloane Wolfe, a senior at Twin Valley High School, was named one of Pennsylvania’s t
Two Berks County farms were among 11 farms statewide recognized this week with Century and Bicentennial Farm designations during the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding made the designations on the seventh day of the Fa
State Police have released preliminary details following a multi-vehicle crash that occurred Saturday morning, January 17, on Interstate 78 amid snow covered road conditions in Greenwich Township.According to police, the crash involved 12 vehicles at mile marker 39.1 and was reported around 7:51 a.m
Albright College is expanding its athletic programs practice and competition venues through a partnership with Body Zone Sports and Wellness Complex. Body Zone will serve as the official venue for the new men’s ice hockey team, set to begin this fall, and offers consistent access to high-quality ice
In honor of School Director Recognition Month, the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) recognized its Board of Directors during the BCIU Board meeting held on Thursday, January 15, 2026.For the ninth consecutive year, the BCIU marked this statewide observance through its Annual Student Artwork Sho
The vibrant spirit of Broadway and the power of community will take center stage on Thursday, February 12, at 6:00 p.m., when Berks Broadway Cares hosts an evening of entertainment and generosity at Adler Brewing Company, 2210 Hampden Blvd., Reading. A snow date is scheduled for Friday, February 13.
Two Reading residents are facing drug- and firearm-related charges following a months-long investigation by the Reading Police Department and the Berks County District Attorney’s Office, authorities announced Friday.According to investigators, the joint drugs and guns investigation began in June 202
