A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Berks County, with forecasters warning that a significant winter storm could bring heavy snow and gusty winds from Sunday morning through Monday afternoon.According to the National Weather Service, total snow accumulations exceeding 6 inches are possible acro
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
The Reading Area Water Authority is asking customers to reduce water use after Berks County was placed under a drought warning by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).In an alert issued Feb. 19, the authority announced a Voluntary Water Conservation Notice for all customers,
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.An ICE memo gives a glimpse into the agency’s intent for warehouses it quietly pu
The City of Reading mourns the passing of former District 4 Councilman Stratton “Strat” Marmarou, who died this morning at the age of 92. A lifelong public servant, Marmarou dedicated decades to the safety, civic life, and well-being of Reading’s residents.Marmarou retired from the Reading Police De
The Douglass Township Board of Supervisors have announced that the Township has been awarded a $180,000 grant through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnership Program to support the improvements of Ganshahawny Park on Old Philadelph
Berks County Treasurer Mitchell R. Darcourt has announced that Womelsdorf Borough (District 95) is now able to pay outstanding annual and interim real estate tax bills online with credit/debit cards. Womelsdorf joins the City of Reading (Districts 01-19) and other townships and boroughs in the onlin
Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe honored Ken Bonkoski, the facilities manager at Antietam School District who has guided the district’s recovery and rebuilding project after a flood devastated one of its school buildings in 2023, as a 2026 Pennsylvania Recognizing Inspiring School
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.Update: Berks County Commissioner Christian Leinbach said Tuesday evening there’s
Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich today touted how regional teams created under the Shapiro Administration and backed by the U.S. Department of Justice will help keep older Pennsylvanians safe and protected from abuse.These regional coalitions are called Multidisciplinary Tea
Update – 2/17/26: The Berks County Coroner’s Office released the following information Tuesday: The victim, identified as 76-year-old Ann D. Arena of Caernarvon Township, was walking across the lot with another woman when both were struck. Arena was transported to the emergency department at Reading
The Reading Public Museum is proud to present Re-Discovering Native America: Stories in Motion with The Red Road Project, a compelling photo-docuseries on view from February 7 through May 3, 2026. This exhibition highlights inspiring stories of present-day Native American individuals and communities
Reading Hospital is again partnering with The Junior League of Reading and Berks Teens to host “Let’s Talk, Period,” a popular event focused on menstrual equity and period positivity for teens and tweens.The free event will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reading Hospital School
The Borough of Wyomissing has granted a conditional extension to the Berkshire Mall after inspections confirmed substantial progress in repairing critical safety systems following weather-related damage.Borough officials responded on Feb. 9 and 10 to reports of burst water and sprinkler piping at th
Family Promise of Berks County is proud to celebrate 20 years of service to the Berks County community, marking two decades of compassionate support, housing stability, and hope for families, youth, and young adults experiencing housing insecurity.Founded in 2006, Family Promise of Berks County has
Olivet Boys & Girls Club of Reading & Berks County has announced its signature annual fundraising event, the 2026 Leaders & Legends Dinner, to be held Monday, March 30, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading. This year’s theme, “Game Plan for Greatness,” highlights the transformative power of men
When Dr. Archit A. Naik talks about innovation in breast cancer surgery, he doesn’t start with technology. He starts with people.“Patients come to you at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives,” said Naik, a breast surgical oncologist with Tower Health. “My responsibility is to make sure I’
Alvernia University selects SCHRADERGROUP Studio as architect and Heim Construction Co. as general contractor for the American House at Reading CollegeTowne project, a phased rehabilitation of the historic, 45,000-square-foot building at 354 Penn St.“American House is a key part of our CollegeTowne
The Miller Center for the Arts at Reading Area Community College has unveiled its 2026 season lineup, featuring a mix of music, comedy, dance, family programming and new free offerings for students.Running from February through June, the season includes Broadway-themed events, tribute concerts, cont
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s District 5 has announced several upcoming road work projects across Berks County next week, with most work scheduled during daytime hours.On US 222 between the Lancaster County line and PA 73, PennDOT maintenance forces will perform other maintenance a
A Berks County farm is among 25 across Pennsylvania that will be permanently preserved through a nearly $7.1 million state investment aimed at protecting prime farmland from future development.The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture announced that the State Agricultural Land Preservation Board ap
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 — When Cindy Rightmyer found out the Trump administration spent $87.4
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
The City of Reading has announced that Caramel’s Dog Park at Schlegel Park will be temporarily closed to the public effective immediately to allow for the installation of new lighting as part of the City’s GESA Sustainability & Modernization Project in partnership with Schneider Electric and AEC Lig
