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Muhlenberg Township: Accident on Route 12, 3 Vehicles

14 hours ago: Accident on Route 12 westbound in Muhlenberg Township in the area of Route 61, reported to be 3 vehicles blocking traffic. Accident on Route 12 westbound in Muhlenberg Township in the area of Route 61, reported to be 3 vehicles blocking traffic.

Wyomissing: Accident on Route 12, 4 vehicles

14 hours ago: Accident on Route 12 westbound in Wyomissing just before the ramp 422 east, reported to be 4 vehicles. Accident on Route 12 westbound in Wyomissing just before the ramp 422 east, reported to be 4 vehicles with injuries.

Shapiro Administration announces $41M investment in Western Berks Water Authority upgrades

Berks County is set to benefit from the largest single-round investment in Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) history, as Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration announced $547.1 million in funding for 30 water-related projects across 23 counties.Locally, the Western Berks Wa

Berks County Bar Association polls members on retaining judges

Berks County Bar Association members overwhelmingly support retaining two Berks County judges in the Nov. 4 General Election, according to the results of the association’s recent plebiscite.The Hon. Patrick T. Barrett and the Hon. Eleni Dimitriou Geishauser are standing for retention for 10-year ter

West Reading awarded $30,000 grant to improve walkability and biking networks

West Reading has been awarded a $30,000 state grant to develop an Active Transportation Plan aimed at improving walking and biking connections throughout the borough. The funding is part of a $380,000 investment by the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) and the Pennsylvania Downtown Center to s

County of Berks awarded $20,000 Semiquin grant

The County of Berks was awarded a $20,000 grant from America250PA’s second Semiquincentennial Grant Round that will help the County and the Reading Symphony Orchestra present the Star Spangled Spectacular on July 4, 2026. Specifics on the event are still being planned but the Spectacular will be a d

Cynthia Thomasset – Therapist and artist guiding others toward healing

Our life experiences are valuable assets which allow us to provide support and establish connections with other people. For local therapist, Cynthia Thomasset, establishing herself in a private practice later in life has allowed her to offer a unique perspective to the clients she serves. “As a youn

Tammy Black – educator, vocal performer, and Berks Opera Co. artistic director sharing her passion across Berks

Not many children can claim a vocal performance debut in front of an audience at the age of four, however, Tamara (Tammy) Black and her three-year-old brother, Rich, sang at their first wedding together at those tender ages. “My mother, Francine Black, is a career musician, and I grew up singing eve

Lauren Conrad: turning love and loss into a legacy of light

Plans for a beautiful October wedding for Lauren Ludwig and Kyle Conrad, were scheduled to take place on October 29th, 2011. Not only would the day mark the beginning of their life together, but would serve as the highlight of their story and their lifelong friendship. “Kyle and I grew up together a

Garrett Hyneman: Paving the way for youth engagement with the environment

Garrett Hyneman is a 2025 Governor Mifflin graduate who is heading to Lehigh University this fall. “I will major in mechanical engineering, environment and sustainability, with an emphasis on green energy. I will be running division one cross-country as well. I received a half tuition trustees schol

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