A nonprofit lender focused on expanding access to financial services has opened its first credit union branch in Reading.Finanta announced the opening of its new financial center at 240 Penn Street on April 8. The location will offer both consumer and business services, along with financial educatio
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 — Jesús Centeno arrived in Reading from Puerto Rico in 1952 with little m
The City of Reading has announced that Caramel’s Dog Park at Schlegel Park will be temporarily closed beginning Wednesday, April 8, to allow for improvements and maintenance.According to the city, the park will remain closed through Monday, April 13, and is expected to reopen on Tuesday, April 14.Th
A Berks County man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he struck and killed two volunteer firefighters while driving under the influence during an emergency response over the weekend.Berks County District Attorney John T. Adams announced Tuesday that Alexander Sepulveda Rivera ha
A Freeze Warning is in effect for Berks County and surrounding areas from midnight Tuesday through 9 a.m. Wednesday, with a second round of freezing temperatures possible later this week, according to the National Weather Service.Forecasters say overnight lows are expected to fall between 25 and 30
Reading police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday evening in the city.According to the Reading Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 6:57 p.m. on April 6 to the 1000 block of Muhlenberg Street for a reported shooting.Upon arrival, officers located an adult
A two-vehicle crash in Boyertown Borough on Sunday afternoon resulted in the death of a local man, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office.The crash occurred on April 5, 2026, at approximately 4:52 p.m. in the 300 block of South Reading Avenue. Authorities said the victim’s vehicle was travel
Reading police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading.According to the Reading Police Department, officers were dispatched to the hotel at 701 Penn Street around 12:52 a.m. on April 5, 2026, for a reported shooting.When officer
Two members of the Walnuttown Fire Company were killed Saturday in a crash while assisting in a search for a missing person in Richmond Township, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office.Berks County Coroner Matthew J. Stitzel said the incident occurred around 6 p.m. on April 4, when the Berks
A Berks County school was among those recognized in a statewide program highlighting students’ efforts to raise awareness about litter and environmental stewardship.The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful (KPB) announced the winners of the 2026 L
Four outstanding Penn State Berks alumni were recently celebrated by the Penn State Berks Office of Development and Alumni Relations during its annual awards ceremony on March 26, 2026. Alyssa Bushkie received the Alumni Achievement Award, Emily Pfender was presented the Outstanding Young Alumnae Aw
The City of Reading announced Thursday its official proclamation recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month and marking World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, reaffirming the City’s commitment to building a more inclusive and supportive community for individuals with autism and their families.As pa
PennDOT crews are scheduled to carry out a series of roadwork projects across Berks County in the coming days, with sweeping, bridge repairs, and utility work expected to impact several major roadways. Drivers may encounter lane restrictions, shoulder closures, and overnight work zones throughout th
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 Reading Science Center’s third annual Celebrate Science Day is ready for takeoff. On Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., this free community event will soar to new heights at brand-new venue–Reading Regional Airport–offering families an unforgettable afternoon of science exploration in a
The Pennsylvania State Police announced plans to increase enforcement efforts across Berks County and surrounding areas during the Easter holiday weekend.According to a press release, troopers assigned to Troop L, which covers Berks, Lebanon, and Schuylkill counties, will focus on promoting highway
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has awarded nearly $5 million in grants to manufacturing projects across the state, including one in Berks County aimed at reducing energy costs and improving air quality.The funding is part of the Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsy
The City of Reading has extended the 2026 Housing Renewal grace period through April 30, 2026, to give property owners additional time to complete renewals using the City’s new online system. The extension applies to properties under Chapter 308 and renewal fees under Chapter 212.“We realized there
United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that two defendants have been charged in separate Lehigh Valley-area drug cases just unsealed.Richie Rivera, 33, of Reading, Pennsylvania, was charged by indictment with possession with intent to distribute heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine
As the clock ticked toward noon, excitement and anticipation filled the room at Drexel University College of Medicine (DUCOM) at Tower Health.Berks County native Alexis Price-Moyer tore open her white envelope on Match Day and discovered she would begin her general surgery residency at Temple Univer
State Rep. Manuel Guzman, D-Berks, announced Tuesday $150,000 in grant funding has been awarded to the Reading Area Community College through the Pennsylvania Department of Education to support student parents pursuing higher education.The funding will help expand programs that offer tuition assista
The Reading Public Museum has announced it will be hosting a watch party for the launch of the Artemis II mission on Wednesday evening April, 1st in the Neag Planetarium. Doors will open at 6:00p.m. with an estimate launch time of 6:24 p.m.Artemis II is NASA’s first crewed test flight in the Artemis
South Heidelberg police are investigating a burglary that occurred Monday night at a local auto body shop.According to the South Heidelberg Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 9:42 p.m. on March 30, 2026, to 41 Brick Plant Road in Heidelberg Township for a report of a burgla
The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL), in partnership with the Wyomissing Borough, will host a low-cost vaccine clinic for dogs and cats on Thursday, April 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Wyomissing Fire Department, located at 1259 Penn Ave.The clinic will provide essential preventive care servi
