Reading City Councilman Jaime Baez Jr. will host the annual Party at the Park on Saturday, Aug. 22, bringing an afternoon of activities, resources and entertainment to Pendora Park.The free community event will run from 1 to 6 p.m. at the park, located at 1805 Forrest St. in Reading.Activities will
The West Reading Police Department is reminding pedestrians and drivers to remain alert and follow traffic safety practices while traveling throughout the borough.In a pedestrian safety alert, police encouraged those traveling on foot to remain visible, particularly at night and in low-light conditi
A Temple man has been charged following an investigation into an alleged straw purchase of a firearm in Berks County that was later recovered in the Dominican Republic, according to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office.Detectives with the District Attorney’s Office Gun Violence Reduction Task
A man faces multiple charges after police say he entered vehicles at Hollywood Casino Morgantown, fled officers in a stolen vehicle and crashed into two properties before being apprehended following a search Saturday.Caernarvon Township Police said officers responded around 1:18 a.m. Aug. 15 to a re
PennDOT has announced several road work projects that will bring lane restrictions and possible delays to motorists traveling through Berks County over the next two weeks.PennDOT maintenance crews will conduct shoulder work and widening along Route 222 in Richmond and Maxatawny townships and Kutztow
Alvernia University has been awarded a $16,200 state grant to support an aeroponics greenhouse project, state Rep. Manuel Guzman Jr. announced.The funding comes through the second round of Pennsylvania’s Agricultural Innovation Grant Program, which supports projects aimed at improving agricultural e
State Sen. Tracy Pennycuick announced $100,000 in state grants for two Berks County organizations as part of a series of awards supporting libraries, nonprofits and cultural institutions in the 24th Senate District.The Boyertown Community Library and General Carl Spaatz National USAAF Museum each re
Berks County Controller Joe Rudderow has been elected first vice president of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Controllers.Rudderow was elected to the position during the association’s annual meeting at the end of July. As first vice president, he will serve on the organization’s Executi
Eight projects benefiting Berks County have been awarded more than $816,000 through Pennsylvania’s Agricultural Innovation Grant Program, part of a $9.7 million statewide investment announced Thursday by the Shapiro-Davis administration.Seven projects listed specifically under Berks County received
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
Reading Theater Project will bring an outdoor celebration of art and community to the Reading Public Museum Arboretum on Sunday, Aug. 23, with performances staged throughout the grounds.“In Nature’s Studio,” presented in collaboration with the Reading Public Museum, will feature performances and cre
Nearly 100 racers from 17 states are expected to compete in Reading during the annual Duryea Hillclimb, scheduled for Aug. 15 and 16.The event, which was first held in 1951, is part of the Pennsylvania Hillclimb Association Championship Series. The competition is sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of
Reading Housing Authority (RHA) invites community partners, human service providers, local government officials, housing advocates, and other interested stakeholders to participate in one of two upcoming conversations regarding potential changes to the Public Housing program.As part of the agency’s
A 22-year-old Reading man who died after his motorcycle collided with an SUV during a police pursuit has been identified by the Berks County Coroner’s Office.Luis Antonio Cruz Hernandez, 22, was operating a 1991 Kawasaki motorcycle Monday night, Aug. 10, when Reading police attempted to stop him for
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the cause of a two-alarm house fire in Wyomissing Borough that caused more than $400,000 in damage and killed three pets Saturday night.The fire was reported around 11:46 p.m. Aug. 8 at 9 Edgedale Court. According to state police, the Berks County 911 Cent
For 18 years, Run4Sam has brought the community together to celebrate the life of Samuel Brooklyn Reed through running, fellowship, and giving back. The annual event has funded scholarships, supported local nonprofits, and invested in improvements at Gring’s Mill Park—all while honoring the memory o
The Berks County Area Agency on Aging celebrated the implementation of its enhanced Home-Delivered Meals Program with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday at the Reading Senior Center.The Aug. 10 event highlighted the expansion of nutrition services for older adults and recognized the collaboration betw
The Borough of Wyomissing celebrated the completion of renovations to the Berkshire Heights Playground with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, marking the reopening of the neighborhood recreation space following improvements focused on safety and accessibility.The ceremony was held Aug. 7 at the play
The Board of Directors of Berks Community Health Center has announced the retirement of its founding President and Chief Executive Officer, Mary Kargbo, following 14 years of visionary leadership and dedicated service to the organization and the Berks County community.Since leading the establishment
PennDOT maintenance crews are scheduled to perform road work at several locations across Berks County during the week of Aug. 10, resulting in lane restrictions, closures and detours for motorists. Most work is weather dependent and could be delayed by rain.Old Route 100 in Washington Township will
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.The music, laughter, and happy moments that usually define summe
Berks Community Health Center is collaborating with Keystone Health Agricultural Workers Program to provide care for migrant agricultural workers in Berks County through BCHC’s mobile medical unit, Wellness on Wheels.BCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center with three brick-and-mortar locations i
Opportunity House and the Wyomissing Public Library are teaming up Saturday, Aug. 8, for a “Fill the Truck” donation drive aimed at collecting gently used clothing, household goods and other items for people in need.The donation drive will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. outside the Wyomissing Pub
I flew to San Antonio expecting to test the leader in me. I returned to Reading with my armor cracked open, unafraid. It did not crack because I was under attack. It opened because I was in a room where strength did not require armor.For a week in July, I attended the 2026 NALAC Leadership Institute
