Oak View Group, managers of Santander Arena, has announced a series of significant upgrades and renovations designed to enhance the fan experience, modernize facility operations, and elevate the overall atmosphere for guests and event partners ahead of the venue’s upcoming 25th Anniversary in 2026.O
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.READING — Reading City Council is considering a “Welcoming City” ordinance that w
On Saturday evening, music lovers gathered at Atonement Lutheran Church in Wyomissing for Berks Sinfonietta’s latest concert, Music in C. The program explored the expressive range of the key of C major and minor, featuring works by Mozart, Handel, and the long-overlooked French composer Louise Farre
PennDOT has announced several upcoming road projects across Berks County that will bring lane restrictions and potential delays for motorists beginning Monday, October 27. Drivers are encouraged to use caution and plan for extra travel time as crews complete maintenance work at multiple locations.In
A longtime advocate for expanding access to healthcare in Berks County has been recognized with a statewide honor.Gary Rightmire, a board member at Berks Community Health Center (BCHC), received the APEX Award for Board Excellence and Service from the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Cen
The County of Berks announced Friday that significant progress has been made in restoring and upgrading highway lighting along Route 422 on the West Shore Bypass. The improvements are the result of a coordinated effort with PennDOT, Pagoda Electric, and Met-Ed.Over the past several months, crews hav
When emergency lights flash across Berks County, firefighters aren’t the only volunteers on the scene. Standing at intersections, placing cones, and waving drivers through detours are members of the local fire police — a group whose mission is to protect both the public and first responders.Brian Si
Berks County District Attorney John T. Adams on Friday detailed the results of Operation Postal Storm, a multi-agency investigation that dismantled a drug trafficking network tied to large-scale narcotics distribution in the county.Adams said investigators determined the organization was moving abou
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.Local governments, private businesses, and colleges in Berks County are among tho
South Central Transit Authority (SCTA) has approved Route & Schedule changes for Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) to be implemented on Monday, January 5, 2026. The approved changes were approved at the October SCTA Monthly Board meeting. The approved changes were proposed for rev
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
McGlinn Cancer Institute at Reading Hospital is offering free prostate and skin cancer screenings in a continued effort to support community health and education. Regular screenings increase the chance of finding cancer early when it’s most treatable.“These free screenings give our community the opp
The Berks History Center (BHC) invites the public to experience Eagle Eyes: The Times of Our Lives in News Photos Through Six Decades, a captivating program that explores the rich tapestry of Berks County’s history through the lens of local photojournalism. This engaging presentation features approx
The Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) has been awarded a $4000 grant from the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to support the Subaru Loves Pets Adoption Event on October 25, including expenses associated with preparing animals for adoption. The grant wil
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors (BPC) have announced upcoming lane closures on Interstate 78 as work continues on the Lenhartsville Bridge Replacement Project.The right lane of I-78 westbound will be closed between October 30 and Novembe
Muhlenberg Junior High School is preparing to bring a little magic to the stage this fall with its upcoming production of Mary Poppins, Jr., opening Thursday, November 21.The musical will transport audiences to Cherry Tree Lane, where the iconic, “practically perfect” nanny arrives to set things rig
The IM ABLE Foundation has announced its newest fall event, Ruck & Roll, set for Sunday, November 2, at Blue Marsh National Recreation Area in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. Designed to promote physical challenge, community connection, and inclusivity, the event will also raise critical funds to suppor
On October 14, 2025, the Junior League of Reading hosted an impactful panel discussion titled “Nurturing Equity” at the Exeter Community Library. The event featured esteemed speakers Dr. Olubunmi Ojikutu, MD, Dr. Jillian S. Krause, MD, and State Representative Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, who shared insi
Update – 10/21/2025 at 12:25 AM: Cumru Township Police say James Rice was taken into custody by the Maryland State Police without incident at approximately 12:05 AM on 10/21/25. Cumru Township Detectives obtained information for James Rice’s phone, which provided Rice’s location in Maryland. The Mar
Sunday, Mayor Eddie Morán honored internationally acclaimed salsa artist Tito Nieves with a temporary dedication — “Tito Nieves Way” — on the 100 block of North 6th Street, next to the Santander Performing Arts Center.The ceremony took place ahead of Nieves’ performance at the Santander Performing A
Reading has taken a key step toward accessing millions in future state funding through Pennsylvania’s City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) program.The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue announced this week that it has officially established a tax baseline for Reading’s CRIZ zone, setting
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.MAIDENCREEK TOWNSHIP — As construction gets underway on a nearly 1-million-square
The Holiday Toy Run rolls out Sunday, Oct. 19, to kick off CHOR Youth & Family Services’ 2025 Holiday Gift Drive, marking the 35th year of the community tradition.Organizers expect hundreds of motorcycles, cars, and supporters to gather at Meadowbrook Country Club, 1153 Rick Road, Reading. Check-in
The Department of Animal Protection from the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) responded Thursday to a call regarding an RV traveling through Reading, PA, with a large volume of dogs in unsanitary conditions. During the visit, a total of 44 dogs were removed from the vehicle.In a successful
