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Genesius Theatre unveils adventure-themed Season 55 featuring classics, originals and family shows

Genesius Theatre unveils adventure-themed Season 55 featuring classics, originals and family shows

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 open for PSP Troop L Camp Cadet Program in Berks County

Registration open for PSP Troop L Camp Cadet Program in Berks County

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

Twin Valley senior selected to represent Pennsylvania in U.S. Senate Youth Program

Twin Valley senior selected to represent Pennsylvania in U.S. Senate Youth Program

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

Berks County farms recognized with Century designations at 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show

Berks County farms recognized with Century designations at 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show

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

I-78 reopens after snow-related multi-vehicle crash in Greenwich Township

I-78 reopens after snow-related multi-vehicle crash in Greenwich Township

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 partners with Body Zone as home venue for new men’s ice hockey program

Albright College partners with Body Zone as home venue for new men’s ice hockey program

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

BCIU honors Board of Directors during School Director Recognition Month

BCIU honors Board of Directors during School Director Recognition Month

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

Berks Broadway Cares brings theatre community together to benefit Reading Pride Celebration and LGBT Center of Greater Reading

Berks Broadway Cares brings theatre community together to benefit Reading Pride Celebration and LGBT Center of Greater Reading

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 men charged following joint drugs and guns investigation

Two Reading men charged following joint drugs and guns investigation

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

Berks County farmers, students highlight agriculture at 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show

Berks County farmers, students highlight agriculture at 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show

Berks County farmers, students, and agricultural organizations were among those represented at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show, which ran January 10–17 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. The event, the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the nation, brought together producers

Alvernia University receives digital equity grant to expand device access

Alvernia University receives digital equity grant to expand device access

Alvernia University has been awarded 120 laptops as part of the COVID-19 ARPA Digital Connectivity Technology Program, a $20 million statewide initiative administered by the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to expand equitable access to digital resources. Laptops are available at no cost

Berks Community Health Center adds four new providers

Berks Community Health Center adds four new providers

​Berks Community Health Center (BCHC) added four new providers in the second half of 2025. Each of these providers brings valuable experience and compassionate care to the BCHC team, and their positive impact is already being felt by the patients they serve.Emma Cooper, MSN, CPNP-PC, joined the pedi

19 Severely dented, distressed canned items observed in food aisles: Restaurant Inspections, January 16, 2025

19 Severely dented, distressed canned items observed in food aisles: Restaurant Inspections, January 16, 2025

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

Bridge work, road work, paving: PennDOT upcoming roadwork January 16, 2026

Bridge work, road work, paving: PennDOT upcoming roadwork January 16, 2026

PennDOT is advising motorists of multiple roadway projects scheduled across Berks County during the week of January 19 through January 23, with daytime lane restrictions expected at various locations.PennDOT maintenance crews will perform bridge repair work on U.S. Route 422 between Penn Street and

Wyomissing police provide update on traffic stop and burglary investigation

Wyomissing police provide update on traffic stop and burglary investigation

The Wyomissing Police Department released information this week regarding two separate incidents, a traffic stop that led to a foot pursuit and a reported burglary investigation.According to police, the first incident occurred during the early morning hours of January 13, at approximately 1:50 a.m.,

Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO bricks set to soar to new heights at Reading Public Museum

Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO bricks set to soar to new heights at Reading Public Museum

Get ready to design, build, and create in Reading Public Museum’s newest hand-on exhibition for the 2026 season with Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO Bricks, which will be on view in The Museum’s Second Floor Temporary Galleries from January 31 through May 17, 2026.​​Featuring scaled replicas of 20 icon

Reading police make large-scale drug seizure following traffic stop

Reading police make large-scale drug seizure following traffic stop

The Reading Police Department is releasing details regarding a large-scale drug seizure that occurred on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.According to the department, at approximately 7:30 p.m., officers assigned to the Patrol Division were on patrol in the area of Cotton Street and South 15th Street when

Berks Sinfonietta announces return of countywide high school scholarship competition for 2026

Berks Sinfonietta announces return of countywide high school scholarship competition for 2026

Berks Sinfonietta has announced the return of its Berks County Scholarship Competition for 2026, offering local high school musicians the chance to earn scholarship support and perform with the orchestra.Now in its second year, the competition is open to Berks County students in grades 10 through 12

ARL renews animal control contracts for 2026

ARL renews animal control contracts for 2026

The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) announced the renewal of its animal control contracts with City of Reading, Upper Bern Township, and Wyomissing Borough for 2026.Through these contracts, the ARL will continue to provide vital animal control services that enhance public safety and ensur

Educators identify opportunities to improve reading performance

Educators identify opportunities to improve reading performance

Educators and reading specialists discussed how new requirements for reading instruction have benefited students and identified areas where further progress could be made during a public hearing of the Senate Majority Policy Committee hosted by Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) and chaired by Sen. Dave A

Berks County school district and university receive PA Farm Bill youth agriculture grants

Berks County school district and university receive PA Farm Bill youth agriculture grants

The Shapiro Administration has awarded more than $600,000 in PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants, including funding for two projects in Berks County aimed at expanding agricultural education and career pathways for local students.The grants, announced during the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show, tota

Police investigating fatal pedestrian crash in Robesonia Borough

Police investigating fatal pedestrian crash in Robesonia Borough

South Heidelberg Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Wednesday evening in Robesonia Borough.According to the South Heidelberg Police Department, officers and EMS units responded at approximately 6:20 p.m. on Jan. 14 to a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a ped

Reading mayor addresses social media misinformation about ICE activity

Reading mayor addresses social media misinformation about ICE activity

Reading Mayor Eddie Morán issued a public statement Wednesday addressing misinformation circulating on social media regarding alleged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the city.According to the mayor, a video currently being shared online shows the Berks County Sheriff’s Office se

Berks Sinfonietta opens 2026 season highlighting local soloists and underperformed works

Berks Sinfonietta opens 2026 season highlighting local soloists and underperformed works

The Berks Sinfonietta opened its 2026 season over the weekend with a program that paired familiar Classical-era concertos with 20th-century works that remain far less frequently heard, offering audiences both grounding and discovery in a single afternoon.Presented at Atonement Lutheran Church in Wyo