A new four-day blues festival will debut in downtown Reading this November, bringing national and regional performers, free jam sessions and ticketed concerts to the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading.Organizers unveiled details of Busker Incognito’s Blues & Boogie Weekend during a press conference Thursd
A Governor Mifflin High School student represented the 127th Legislative District during a special session of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives held Wednesday at Congress Hall in Philadelphia.State Rep. Manuel Guzman Jr. selected Kuljeet Sangha, a 17-year-old student from Shillington, to ser
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
Two Berks County projects will receive a combined $190,876 through the 2026 Schuylkill River Restoration Fund to reduce agricultural runoff, restore streamside habitat and improve water quality.Schuylkill River Greenways announced Wednesday that $653,402 will be distributed among eight projects thro
The Oct. 3 Story Lane Book Fair and Market at the Reading Public Library is bringing together the best not only in local literature, but also nationally renowned authors as well. The book fair’s organizers, Barrio Alegria and the Reading Public Library, announced Monday the celebration of literature
The City of Reading said four illegal or unpermitted after-hours clubs were shut down and 135 directed police patrols were conducted as part of a coordinated enforcement effort following changes to the city’s disruptive conduct ordinance earlier this year.According to the city, the Reading Police De
Cyclists will travel from Pottstown to Reading and back along the Schuylkill River Trail later this month as part of Schuylkill River Greenways’ annual Ride for the River fundraiser.The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19, beginning and ending at Pottstown Riverfront Park. Participants can cho
John Paul II Center for Special Learning recently named Emmalee McCullough the Adult Program Director. Prior to her promotion, she was the program’s Quality Compliance Officer.“We are thrilled to have Emmalee step into the role of Adult Program,” says Kaylee Simcik, Principal. “Emmalee brings a weal
Update – 9/5/26: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District has announced that the Swim Area at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area, Blue Marsh Lake, has been reopened. Bacteria readings for the designated swimming area have returned to safe levels. The swim beach has been re-opened as of Septem
Schuylkill River Greenways has received commitments totaling $650,000 from the Switchpoint Foundation and The Wyomissing Foundation, bringing its Stewardship Fund Campaign to $3.5 million of a $5 million goal.The Switchpoint Foundation pledged $500,000 and The Wyomissing Foundation awarded a $150,00
The City of Reading, Berks County and Berks Nature are preparing for the start of the 2026-2027 Deer Management Program partnership. While hunting is strictly prohibited on Mt. Penn and in Antietam Lake Park, this joint partnership with the USDA Wildlife Services provides an archery-only hunting sea
Governor Mifflin School District officials and local law enforcement met with parents and community members Thursday night to review two recent safety incidents, answer questions about the district’s response and discuss changes being made to security procedures.The Community Partnership Meeting was
Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank is calling on residents, businesses and community organizations across Berks and Schuylkill counties to help address food insecurity during Hunger Action Month this September.The Reading-based food bank is joining Feeding Pennsylvania and the nationwide Feeding Americ
The Reading Theater Project has announced its 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of script-in-hand readings, workshops, festivals and a full-length production under the season theme “Kaleidoscope.”The season began Sunday, Aug. 23, with “In Nature’s Studio,” an arts festival held at the Reading Public M
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
Pennsylvania State Police at Hamburg reported three DUI arrests following increased enforcement efforts over the weekend that included a sobriety checkpoint.State police said troopers increased patrols with a focus on identifying drivers suspected of operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol
Dr. Robert Fillman, assistant professor of English, was awarded Kutztown University’s 2026 John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. The award was presented during the university’s Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration Friday, Aug. 21.The John P. Schellenberg Award
A new shared housing project taking shape in Sinking Spring aims to provide an affordable alternative for seniors and veterans while creating a community where residents can maintain their independence and support one another.Homes of Grace co-owners April Crossley and Lura Bare are developing their
Small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Berks County and several surrounding counties may be eligible for federal disaster loans following drought conditions that began in May.The U.S. Small Business Administration announced that low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans are availa
As students across Pennsylvania return to the classroom, state labor officials are reminding employers, parents and young workers about restrictions governing the employment of minors during the school year.The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry said the state’s Child Labor Act limits when
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Berks County for Thursday, with hot and humid conditions expected to push heat index values as high as 100 degrees.The advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. In addition to Berks County, the advisory covers por
The Berks LaunchBox powered by Penn State has announced six recipients of its ‘IMAGINE Your Business’ grant, designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs accelerate their business growth. The program awards up to $2,000 to assist startups with prototyping, marketing, product development and other esse
The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) is thrilled to announce that Alex Roché, GRCA’s Director of Advocacy, has been appointed to the Reading Housing Authority (RHA) Board of Commissioners. The term begins next month (September) and ends in 2031.“”It is an honor to work with the Reading Housin
The Reading Public Museum has announced its newest exhibition, Rockwell/Wyeth: Icons of Americana, opening September 19, 2026, and on view through January 3, 2027. Featuring nearly 40 original works by Norman Rockwell and N.C. Wyeth, along with covers of The Saturday Evening Post illustrated by Rock
