Community members, local officials and advocates gathered at Reading’s City Park Monday afternoon to remember those who have died from an overdose, support their families and highlight efforts to prevent future deaths as part of International Overdose Awareness Day.The flag-raising ceremony marked t
The Reading Pagoda will soon welcome visitors inside for a series of public tours as the landmark moves closer to resuming full operations.The Foundation for the Reading Pagoda announced four dates in September and October for a soft launch of the renovated building. Visitors will have an opportunit
A 58-year-old Northampton County man was charged with aggravated assault after Pennsylvania State Police said two emergency medical technicians were injured during an incident inside an ambulance in Tilden Township.According to state police, James Zuppert, of Nazareth, was being transported by Hambu
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters.HARRISBURG — Key federal Medicaid changes will roll out next year, and Pe
Berks County Parks and Recreation plans September programs focused on nature, history and outdoor activitiesBerks County Parks and Recreation will offer a series of free programs throughout September, with activities ranging from guided walks and nature journaling to live music, wildlife presentatio
Seven newly graduated Pennsylvania State Police troopers will report to Troop L Reading next week following the graduation of the agency’s 176th Cadet Class.The seven troopers assigned to Troop L are Tyler Elsdon, Eliezer A. Hernandez, Brandon W. Knapp, Joseph L. Kuria, Keeshawn O. McNeill, Luke T.
Building a Better Boyertown invites the community to celebrate the 19th Annual Boyertown Oktoberfest on Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12th in the Boyertown Town Center parking lot.A favorite Boyertown tradition, Oktoberfest brings together German heritage, live entertainment, great
Berks County Public Libraries is marking its 40th anniversary with a limited-edition library card featuring symbols of Berks County and Pennsylvania Dutch heritage.The commemorative card will become available Sept. 1 at Berks County Public Libraries locations as libraries nationwide observe National
Congratulations to Michael Schlicher, Facilities, on being named the 2026 Kutztown University Employee of the Year.Schlicher was named the Employee of the Year during KU’s Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration Friday, Aug. 21. Schlicher, Employee of the Month for August 2025, was 1-of-12 fin
Lace up your sneakers because Reading Hospital Road Run returns to West Reading on Sunday, Oct. 18, to support Reading Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU).For 159 years, Reading Hospital has been the heartbeat of Berks County, caring for generations of families through
Pennsylvania residents struggling with problem gambling can now receive help addressing housing, transportation, employment and other needs through a new statewide case management program that includes a Berks County provider.The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs announced this we
The Reading Housing Authority will open its public housing waiting list beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8, for several apartment and household categories across its properties in Reading.Applications will be accepted online beginning at 8 a.m. Sept. 8 and must be received by midnight Thursday, Sept. 10.The
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
Berks Community Health Center has announced the addition of two nurse practitioners who will provide primary care services at its Oakbrook and Rockland locations in Reading.Jiyoung Kim, a primary care nurse practitioner, will see patients at BCHC’s Oakbrook location at 1040 Liggett Ave., while Frank
Oak View Group, the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, and operators of Santander Arena and Santander Performing Arts Center, is seeking a new naming rights partner for both properties. OVG’s Global Partnerships team, which manages sponsorship sales, brand consu
The Veterans Coalition of Pennsylvania is continuing to expand its support for veterans in Berks County while preparing for its annual Save 22 event in September, an effort aimed at raising awareness of veteran suicide and supporting the organization’s ongoing programs.Michael Weil, Executive Direct
Berks Sinfonietta opened its 13th season Saturday evening in Wyomissing with a concert that paired one of classical music’s major symphonies with performances by two young musicians selected through the orchestra’s annual scholarship competition.The Aug. 22 concert, held at Atonement Lutheran Church
Mary’s Shelter recognized a $500,000 estate gift Monday that organization leaders say will help strengthen programs for families and unaccompanied homeless youth and support the shelter’s long-term growth.The gift from the Estate of Laura Sander was formally presented during an Aug. 24 ceremony at M
Miller-Keystone Blood Center celebrated the grand reopening of its newly renovated Reading Donor Center on Monday, marking the completion of upgrades aimed at improving the experience for blood donors and staff.Blood center leadership, community leaders and supporters gathered for a ribbon-cutting c
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.CUMRU TOWNSHIP — For the older residents of the Sencit Towne House Apartments in
Police departments across Berks County will conduct increased DUI enforcement through the end of September as part of an effort to identify and remove impaired drivers from area roadways.The North Central Regional DUI Enforcement Program announced that increased enforcement operations will begin thi
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest.Two candidates with vastly different visions for elections are competing for Pennsylvania’s governorship this year.On one side, in
Berks County Community Foundation has announced a major new gift that will support the community. The late Marian S. Snyder left a total of $17.1 million to the Community Foundation, one of the largest gifts the foundation has ever received.Mrs. Snyder died in 2018, but the final portion of the esta
ReadingFilmFEST will return to downtown Reading Nov. 6-8 for its 12th annual celebration of independent cinema, featuring three days of film screenings, filmmaker discussions, educational programming and special events.Founded in 2015 by working filmmakers alongside the Reading Film Office, the fest
