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5 hours ago: The National Weather Service has released snow fall reports for Berks County as of 8 AM 2/23/26: The National Weather Service has released snow fall reports for Berks County as of 8 AM 2/23/26:

County of Berks Offices and Courts Closed on Monday, February 23

Yesterday: The County of Berks and the County Court System has announced that Berks County offices and the courts will be closed on Monday, February 23. County departments with 24/7 operations will follow their established policies and protocols. The County of Berks and the County Court System has announced that Berks County offices and the courts will be closed on Monday, February 23. County departments with 24/7 operations will follow their established policies and protocols.

Berks DA among prosecutors calling on state leaders to address emerging public safety threats

Berks County District Attorney John T. Adams is joining prosecutors across Pennsylvania in urging state leaders to adopt a series of public safety policy changes aimed at addressing gun violence, victim services, and emerging drug concerns.In a recent press release dated Feb. 19, Adams announced his

Amid the snow and extreme cold, an urgent call arises to stop pollution

This story, written by Luisa Corporan for Barrio Alegría, is part of a series designed to empower the community to take action in mitigating the impact of pollution and the misuse of natural resources. Lea este artículo en español aquí.We receive different types of messages every day; however, when

A heart stronger than ever: Patient reunites with cardiac team that saved his life

Nearly one year ago, Robert Eisenhower of Bernville underwent life-saving heart surgery at Reading Hospital after his valve dissolved – a situation his wife, Brenda, described as “very close to the end.”Thanks to the skill and quick actions of Dr. Brian McCauley and the cardiac care team, Eisenhower

Officials warn ICE detention centers in Pa. could overwhelm sewer, other critical services

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.UPPER BERN — Not enough clean water. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of sewage d

Dr. Philip Baney: Bringing heart to family medicine

Dr. Philip Baney has been practicing family medicine for a total of 26 years, first establishing a practice in Laureldale, and then for the past 13 years in Hamburg. My reasons for selecting to highlight Dr. Baney for a Berks Weekly News story are rooted in my personal experience as an observer and

Danny Gardner: From local theatre to Broadway and national tours across America

Singer, dancer, and actor, Danny Gardner, is enjoying an exciting life on the road, traveling the country and living his dream on a journey which began right here in Reading, Pa. “I was born in the Reading Hospital and grew up at 126 North 11th Street across from City Park. I would run across the st

Justin Bortz: A Berks County creative with a passion for fine jewelry and music

Justin Bortz was born in Reading, the youngest of ten children. His father, Wayne, son of Earl Bortz, well known for founding Bortz Chocolates, the manufacturer of novelty chocolates which created many of the beloved confections local children grew up with. The brothers established several manufactu

A return to his roots: Dave Kline’s lifelong connection to the garden

As the growing season concludes, most of us are contemplating a trip to the market or grocery store to gather our fixins for the upcoming feast. Our relationship with the fresh produce is little more than selecting, paying for and preparing the food which graces our table. For the serious gardener,

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