Berks County Director of Veterans Affairs Jay Ostrich and Deputy Director Will Tobin will present testimony to the Pennsylvania State Legislature in Harrisburg on Monday, November 17, in support of PA House Resolution 157, which urges the U.S. Congress to pass H.R. 1947, the Treatment and Relief thr
Gipprich Jewelers, Berks County’s oldest family-owned jeweler, is proudly celebrating 80 years in business — a milestone that shines as bright as the jewelry they’ve sold since 1945.Founded by Walter J. Gipprich during the hard economic times of the 1940s, Gipprich Jewelers began as a small hometown
VOiCEup Berks has announced that local resident and 2022 Oley Valley High School graduate, EliAnna Bermudez, has been named the Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) 2025 Distinguished Alumni of the Year, an alumni honor awarded across YVC’s international network. Youth Volunteer Corps includes more than 30 a
PennDOT District 5 has released its schedule of upcoming road projects in Berks County, with several maintenance operations expected to cause delays next week. Drivers are urged to use caution and allow extra travel time through these active work zones.In Centre Township, maintenance crews will cond
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 — The City of Reading may be forced to pull millions of dollars from its
Officials from the Pennsylvania Lottery and GIANT, a Lottery retailer, today presented a commemorative check to the winner of a recent $1 million Powerball ticket, which was sold for the Saturday, November 1 drawing. The check presentation was held at GIANT, 4655 Perkiomen Avenue, Exeter Township, w
Amid rising levels of food insecurity, largely due to the recent federal government shutdown and uncertainty around the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank is prepared to help ensure that Berks & Schuylkill County neighbors will have food on their tables
Safe Berks has announced that effective immediately, Dimitrios Aletras, Jr., has been named Director of Development at Safe Berks at such a crucial time for the organization as they navigate celebrating their 50 years being a leader in the community while meeting the demands of the moment and the re
This year marked the 31st Anniversary of the Pink Ribbon Week Charity Challenge of the Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County, and what a celebration it was! The week was filled with fun, community spirit, and incredible generosity — all in support of those affected by breast cancer right he
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
Opportunity House is asking the community to support local families in need through its Fill-A-Truck donation event, on Saturday, November 15, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Raymour and Flanigan Furniture, 629 Snyder Road, Leesport.This initiative helps replenish essential supplies for Opportunity Hous
The IM ABLE Foundation proudly marked the success of its inaugural Ruck & Roll event on Sunday, November 2, at Blue Marsh National Recreation Area. The event drew 88 participants, including 14 veterans and 8 athletes with disabilities, for a day focused on movement, challenge, and purpose.Created as
Always looking to the future, the Reading & Northern Railroad has unveiled its first diesel locomotive featuring a patriotic design celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. The company also announced that the paint scheme was conceived by one of its own team members.R
The Yocum Institute for Arts Education has announced a significant transition in leadership. After more than two decades of service, the organization is celebrating Susan Rohn as she concludes her outstanding career with the Institute. Her dedication and vision have profoundly shaped the organizatio
The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is alerting Pennsylvanians that there are 13 cases across 10 states of infant botulism connected to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula, a milk-based powder formula with iron for children birth to 12 months.One Pennsylvania infant, who reportedly consum
Albright College Athletics will add men’s ice hockey as the newest NCAA Division III varsity sport, increasing the number of Albright Lion programs to 27 teams. The team will compete in the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC). Men’s ice hockey is set to begin in winter of 2026. Jeff German will lead th
Saturday, one of the largest food drives in the country – Scouting America’s Scouting for Food – gathered 55,500 lbs. of food for area families experiencing food insecurity, which was brought in to Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank.The food was received and sorted by Helping Harvest volunteers and sta
The City of Reading will officially welcome the holiday season with its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6 p.m. The celebration will take place at the southeast corner of 5th and Penn Streets in Downtown Reading.Mayor Eddie Morán is inviting residents and visitors to
Opportunity House has launched a new initiative aimed at addressing family homelessness in Berks County. The program, called STEP–Supporting Transitions through Empowerment and Progression, combines transitional housing with rapid rehousing to help parents and children move from homelessness to perm
The Pennsylvania Lottery recently awarded an online prize worth $154,141.71 on the ELF eInstant game, to a player from Berks County.The ELF eInstant game is a connect-style game that contributes to the Happy Holidays Jackpot. Game play features a chance to multiply any winnings up to 20 times, a cha
The Pennsylvania State Police – Reading will take part in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign from Monday, November 10 through Sunday, November 30, 2025. The initiative focuses on increasing seat belt use and reducing roadway fatalities caused by unbelt
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.As municipal leaders in Pennsylvania hold budget workshops for 2026, some have pr
The West Reading-Wyomissing Rotary Club is proud to honor Suzanne Cody, Director of Business Development & Firm Associate at Muhlenberg Greene Architects as the Club’s People of Action Award – Paul Harris Fellow in recognition of her exceptional dedication to creating lasting changes within our comm
Berks Nature has announced the appointment of Tami Shimp as its new President, succeeding Kim Murphy, who has served with distinction and dedication for 21 years.Tami Shimp brings a wealth of experience, visionary leadership, and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission. Her appointment marks
