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Muhlenberg Township Police seek information after stabbing on Kutztown Road

Muhlenberg Township Police seek information after stabbing on Kutztown Road

Muhlenberg Township Police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a stabbing that occurred Thursday evening in the 2100 block of Kutztown Road.Officers responded to the area on July 17 and encountered a large group of people fighting in the street and on the sidewalk. According to poli

Albright College appoints nine new members to its Board of Trustees

Albright College appoints nine new members to its Board of Trustees

As Albright College continues to move boldly forward in its institutional turnaround, we are pleased to welcome both new energy and familiar returning commitment to the Board of Trustees. At its June 6 meeting, the Board affirmed the appointment of nine new members, each of whom will serve a three-y

Berks residents join national “Good Trouble Lives On” day of action to honor John Lewis and defend democracy

Berks residents join national “Good Trouble Lives On” day of action to honor John Lewis and defend democracy

On Thursday, July 17, around two hundred residents gathered in Reading as part of Good Trouble Lives On — a nationwide day of action honoring the life and legacy of civil rights hero Congressman John Lewis.The local event, organized by Make the Road and a local Public Citizen volunteer, was one of h

Winning $400,000 Cash 5 ticket sold in Spring Township

Winning $400,000 Cash 5 ticket sold in Spring Township

A Pennsylvania Lottery player in Berks County is holding a winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket worth $400,000 from the Thursday, July 17 drawing.The jackpot-winning ticket matched all five numbers drawn—5, 15, 21, 23, and 35—and was sold at Weis Markets, located at 1112 West Wyomissing Boulevard i

Rotary’s STEM YEA program empowers 8th grade students across five counties

Rotary’s STEM YEA program empowers 8th grade students across five counties

An amazing 3-day STEM YEA was held July 10-13, 2025, for aspiring 8th grade students, presented by the Rotary District 7430 Rotary Clubs provided an immersive opportunity for hands-on learning, collaboration and teamwork while expanding their STEM knowledge. Fifty-four students from twenty-eight Mid

Foundation for the Reading Public Museum acquires 250+ artworks from Albright College

Foundation for the Reading Public Museum acquires 250+ artworks from Albright College

The Foundation for the Reading Public Museum has announced the acquisition of more than 250 works from the Freedman Gallery Collection of Albright College. These works, which include paintings, photographs and prints, will join the rich holdings of the Reading Public Museum, allowing them to remain

In Nature’s Studio 2025 brings theater, music, dance, and puppetry to the Arboretum

In Nature’s Studio 2025 brings theater, music, dance, and puppetry to the Arboretum

The Reading Theater Project has announced the 2025 In Nature’s Studio, an outdoor performance event at the Reading Public Museum Arboretum, 500 Museum Road, Reading, Pennsylvania. The performance will take place Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, and is free to attend, thanks to grant sup

ARL issues Code Red for July 17 due to extreme heat

ARL issues Code Red for July 17 due to extreme heat

The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) has issued a Code Red for the City of Reading due to a sustained heat index above 95 degrees for Thursday, July 17, 2025 from 1 pm – 6 pm. Under Bill #22, an amendment added to the City Code, Chapter 141, Part 2 Animals, Section 205 Caring for Animals i

Heat Advisory issued for Berks County Thursday as heat index nears 100 degrees

Heat Advisory issued for Berks County Thursday as heat index nears 100 degrees

Berks County residents are being urged to take precautions as the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for the area on Thursday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Forecasters say heat index values could reach up to 100 degrees, creating hazardous conditions for those spending time outdoo

8 adaptive athletes conquer Spartan Race with the support of 48 volunteers

8 adaptive athletes conquer Spartan Race with the support of 48 volunteers

In a powerful display of resilience, teamwork, and inclusion, eight athletes with disabilities completed the grueling Spartan Race this past weekend with the help of 48 dedicated volunteers, thanks to a partnership between the IM ABLE Foundation, Dealers of Hope, and Oscar Mike.These athletes—rangin

Allentown, Reading officials sound alarm on park misuse and water dangers

Allentown, Reading officials sound alarm on park misuse and water dangers

Leaders from the cities of Allentown and Reading came together Tuesday for a joint press conference to address the growing dangers of illegal swimming and other public safety concerns in local parks and waterways.Held at Cedar Beach Park in Allentown, the event brought together Allentown Mayor Matt

Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County announces the 2025 recipient of the BCSS Director’s Scholarship

Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County announces the 2025 recipient of the BCSS Director’s Scholarship

Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County (BCSS) has announced that the 2025 recipient of the Director’s Scholarship is Gabrielle Casalenuovo. The BCSS Director’s Scholarship is awarded annually to an individual who will major in the healthcare field.The BCSS Director’s Scholarship began in 202

Reading man charged in firearms trafficking investigation

Reading man charged in firearms trafficking investigation

A Reading man is facing multiple felony charges following an investigation into illegal firearms purchases and trafficking activity, the Berks County District Attorney’s Office announced Monday.Carlos Liciaga, 43, of the 1100 block of Church Street, was charged with 13 counts of making materially fa

Reading celebrates grand opening of city’s first public dog park at Schlegel Park

Reading celebrates grand opening of city’s first public dog park at Schlegel Park

Reading officials, residents, and plenty of four-legged companions gathered Monday morning for the grand opening of Caramel & Friends Dog Park, the city’s first official dog park, located at Schlegel Park in southwest Reading.The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, community remarks, and a hea

Motorcyclist killed in crash on Penn Avenue in West Reading

Motorcyclist killed in crash on Penn Avenue in West Reading

A motorcyclist was killed Sunday afternoon in a crash involving a pickup truck at the intersection of Penn Avenue and South 2nd Avenue in West Reading, according to borough police.Officers were dispatched to the scene around 3:07 p.m. after receiving reports of a serious collision. Preliminary findi

Flood watch issued for Berks County as heavy rain expected Monday

Flood watch issued for Berks County as heavy rain expected Monday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Berks County, in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday evening, as forecasters warn of the potential for flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall.Slow-moving showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop Monday afternoon, bringing th

Police seek information in hit-and-run crash that damaged gas line at local business

Police seek information in hit-and-run crash that damaged gas line at local business

South Heidelberg Township Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a tractor trailer that caused damage to a local business and resulted in a gas leak.According to police, the incident occurred around 2:23 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, at Hollywood Cleaners, located at 4700 Penn Avenue. A

State Police report DUI patrol results from Hamburg Station checkpoint

State Police report DUI patrol results from Hamburg Station checkpoint

The Pennsylvania State Police at Troop L, Hamburg, released results from a recent DUI enforcement effort conducted over the weekend. The initiative, which included a sobriety checkpoint, was part of the department’s ongoing commitment to reducing alcohol-related crashes across the Commonwealth.Accor

County of Berks affected by statewide 9-1-1 outage

County of Berks affected by statewide 9-1-1 outage

Update – 11:57 PM: Via PEMA – At this time, 911 services have been restored in Pennsylvania. An investigation into what caused intermittent outages will continue, and we will update you on that as soon as we can. We worked with counties to fully test that the system is operational. Please do not cal

Reading man pleads guilty to armed robberies of Reading gas stations, credit union

Reading man pleads guilty to armed robberies of Reading gas stations, credit union

United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Mikal Portalatin, 34, of Reading, Pennsylvania, entered a plea of guilty before United States District Judge John M. Gallagher yesterday to one count of Hobbs Act robbery, one count of attempted Hobbs Act robbery, one count of using and carrying a

Department of Health alerts Pennsylvanians about recall of children’s bikes due to lead levels

Department of Health alerts Pennsylvanians about recall of children’s bikes due to lead levels

The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is alerting parents and caregivers about the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s recall of SPPTTY kids bicycles due to lead levels that exceed federal safety standards.“Lead is harmful if ingested and poses significant risks to children’s health,” sa

Berks Community Health Center expands chronic disease management with Model of Care grant from NACHC

Berks Community Health Center expands chronic disease management with Model of Care grant from NACHC

Berks Community Health Center (BCHC) is proud to share that we received the Models of Care grant from the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC, www.nachc.org) through funding from Johnson & Johnson.With this funding, we have expanded our self-management program for patients with u

Police ramp up DUI enforcement across Berks County this summer

Police ramp up DUI enforcement across Berks County this summer

Berks County law enforcement agencies are stepping up efforts to keep impaired drivers off the roads this summer through an increase in DUI checkpoints, roving patrols, and aggressive driving enforcement initiatives.According to a statement from the Berks Coordinator of the DUI Enforcement Program,

Stephanie Grace to rock the Stone House Lawn in next Summer Concert Series event

Stephanie Grace to rock the Stone House Lawn in next Summer Concert Series event

The Borough of Wyomissing has announced the third installment of its 2025 Summer Concert Series, featuring rising country/pop star Stephanie Grace on Sunday, July 13th at 6:00 PM on the picturesque Stone House Lawn.Hailing from nearby Douglassville, Stephanie Grace is quickly making a name for herse