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 Foundation for The Reading Public Museum has announced a new membership program for non-profit organizations that provide day-long and residential care services.Cost of admission has historically been a barrier between access to The Reading Public Museum and non-profit community support organiz
A 38-year-old Reading man died following a motorcycle crash Sunday afternoon on Route 183 in Penn Township, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office and Pennsylvania State Police.Emergency calls were received by the Berks County 911 Center at approximately 1:47 p.m. on May 17 reporting that a
The Shartlesville Community Fire Company #1 has placed a new Electric Vehicle Discharge Line (EVDL) into service to enhance the department’s ability to manage emergencies involving electric and hybrid vehicles.As EV traffic continues to increase along Interstate 78 and throughout the region, fire de
City of Reading officials joined leaders from EthoSource and Wyatt Seating on Wednesday to announce a $6.5 million redevelopment project that will transform a long-vacant industrial property along Kutztown Road into a manufacturing, operations, and office facility.The project will redevelop a 109,00
CHOR Youth & Family Services will host its first-ever Goats & Floats community event on Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jim Dietrich Park. The free family-friendly event is designed to bring the community together while raising awareness for youth and foster care services throughout the
More than 150 community members gathered at Christ Church Reading on May 9 to celebrate the church’s 200th anniversary with the exhumation of a time capsule sealed inside the church’s brownstone steeple cornerstone in 1863.The capsule, which had remained hidden for 163 years, was carefully removed b
The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) is proud to partner with Berks Community Health Center to host a low-cost mobile vaccine and microchip clinic for owned pets in the community.The clinic will take place on Thursday, May 21, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Oakbrook location, 1040 Liggett
The City of Reading has launched the City of Reading Downtown Housing Development Grant Program (COR-DHD), a pilot grant program designed to support workforce housing development in downtown Reading.The program will provide competitive grants to help eliminate cost-prohibitive barriers to converting
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and Feeding Pennsylvania marked the 10th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Agricultural Surplus System (PASS) on Monday, highlighting the program’s impact on reducing food insecurity while supporting local farmers across the commonwealth.The celebration was h
Two parents have been charged in connection with the death of their newborn son following an investigation into suspected child abuse at Tower Health Reading Hospital, according to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office and West Reading Police Department.Authorities identified the infant as Bab
Leer en español This is the third installment in a series about Pennsylvanians in recovery from substance use disorder and how stigma affected their recovery. The series is a collaboration between Public Good News, Centro Integral de la Mujer Madre Tierra, and Life Unites Us. If you’d like to share
Titus Development Company announced a new agreement aimed at transforming the former Titus Station power plant site in Berks County into a large-scale artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure campus.According to the company, Titus Development has entered into a strategic agreement with Go E
The South Heidelberg Police Department announced the results of a series of high-visibility traffic enforcement initiatives conducted between March 18 and May 11 across several municipalities in western Berks County.According to police, the enforcement efforts focused on improving roadway safety and
Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County (BCSS) has announced that Karin Allmendinger and Katia Botelho have joined the BCSS team. Karin has been named Development Associate, and Katia has been named Marketing & Communications Coordinator. The Board of Directors, staff members, and volunteers
D&S Elite Construction announced a leadership transition this week, naming Allen Butler as president while founder Joseph Delibertis transitions into the role of chief executive officer.The Douglassville-based general contracting firm said the change is effective immediately and is intended to supp
A Heat Advisory remains in effect for Berks County and several surrounding areas through 8 p.m. Tuesday, as forecasters warn of dangerous heat and humidity during what is expected to be one of the hottest stretches of the year so far.According to the National Weather Service, heat index values could
The City of Reading officially broke ground Monday on a major solar energy project at the Public Works campus, marking another step toward the city’s goal of transitioning to 100% renewable energy by 2050. City officials, members of City Council, sustainability leaders, and representatives from Sc
A Reading man was arrested Friday after investigators allegedly uncovered bulk quantities of marijuana, cash, and a loaded handgun during the execution of a search warrant at a Moss Street residence, according to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office.Berks County Drug Task Force detectives sai
Reading United AC has announced the appointment of Oliver Calvo as Head Coach of one of the club’s Men’s Reserve Teams, which competes in the CASA Soccer League’s Mid-Atlantic Division. Calvo joins the Reading United technical staff with an extensive background as both a player and a coach at the yo
A Texas truck driver died and another man was injured following a late-night crash involving two tractor trailers on Interstate 78 in Upper Bern Township, according to Pennsylvania State Police and the Berks County Coroner’s Office.Berks County Coroner Matthew J. Stitzel identified the deceased driv
The revamp of a Berks County pedestrian bridge needs the opinions of runners, cyclists, commuters, fishers, and other lovers of outdoors. The 600-foot-long Reading Gateway Bridge spans over the Schuylkill River, connecting Reading and West Reading from Riverfront Park.“There is only one way to redes
A Berks County student was among those recognized this week by the Shapiro Administration in the 2026 “Protect. Check. Remove.” Lyme Disease Student Art Competition, an annual statewide initiative aimed at raising awareness about tick safety and Lyme disease prevention.Valkyrie Lindberg, of Berks Co
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in Berks County is set to receive nearly $300,000 as part of a statewide investment aimed at expanding apprenticeship and workforce training opportunities across Pennsylvania.On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Develo
