Several Berks County nonprofits are set to benefit from a new round of state funding aimed at reducing food waste and strengthening hunger relief efforts across Pennsylvania.The Shapiro administration announced this week that the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is investing more
Mayor Eddie Moran delivered an expansive State of the City address outlining public safety improvements, major infrastructure investments, economic development projects, and long-term planning efforts that he said demonstrate growing momentum across the City of Reading.The address, attended by elect
Entech Engineering, Inc. (Entech) has announced a ten-year extension of its headquarters lease at the Gateway Building on Penn Street, reaffirming a deep and deliberate commitment to the City of Reading and its role as the economic and civic heart of Berks County.Founded in Reading in 1981, Entech h
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 — More than 300,000 Haitians nationwide are expected to lose federal immi
Mayor Eddie Morán announced Thursday afternoon that snow removal operations continue across the City of Reading, with Public Works crews working around the clock to clear priority corridors, Snow Emergency routes, school zones, and residential connectors.“Our crews continue to make steady progress t
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
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts announced Wednesday that it has received a series of new and expanded philanthropic gifts heading into 2026, significantly strengthening the organization’s ability to expand scholarships, youth education, and community-based creative educational experiences in respons
The Reading Science Center has announced the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors, adding a range of professional experience and community leadership to support the organization’s STEM-focused mission.The new board members are Megan Adukaitis, Susanna Fultz, Megan Campbell Sterl
Mayor Eddie Morán announced Wednesday afternoon that the City of Reading’s snow removal operations are actively underway following recent winter weather, with Public Works crews working around the clock to clear priority corridors, school zones, and residential connectors to ensure public safety and
Natural Lands has announced the preservation of a nearly 60-acre property in Union Township, Berks County, that was transferred to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR) Bureau of Forestry. The land provides critical habitat for migratory songbirds and other wildli
Berks Community Health Center has announced that Andrew Laskowski has joined their senior leadership team as Chief Financial Officer in January.Andrew brings 25 years of fiscal experience working with non-profits, including most recently working with a West Virginia Federally Qualified Health Cent
Update: There is a change of venue for the 21st annual Patty Pagoda Groundhog Day, on Monday (2/2/26) at 7am. It will now take place in front of the “READING Pagoda” sign in the 800-block of Penn Street in Reading, due to possible concerns about road conditions on the mountain and forecasted wind ch
Runners, cyclists, trail-lovers and all neighbors of Reading are being called into action this week to reimagine the Reading Gateway Bridge. The public is invited to share their ideas, hopes, and visions for the bridge in an open forum held on Thursday, Jan. 29 from 5:30 to 6:30pm at the WCR Center
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Mayor Eddie Morán is reminding residents that placing snow from sidewalks, driveways, or private property into City streets is prohibited by City ordinance and creates serious safety hazards during winter storm operations.“As our Public Works crews continue working around the clock to keep our roads
In honor of its heritage and 167-year legacy, the YMCA of Reading & Berks County celebrated excellence, leadership, and long-standing dedication to the community at its 167th Annual Meeting on January 14, 2026. The annual event recognized outstanding staff through the 2025 CEO Choice Awards, honored
The Reading Public Library has announced its 2026 Board of Directors, a dedicated group of community leaders who bring a wide range of expertise, perspectives, and a shared commitment to advancing the Library’s mission of free and open access to information, literacy, and lifelong learning.The 2026
Exeter Township police have released details following a crisis response Sunday afternoon that resulted in a fatality.On Sunday, January 25, 2026, at approximately 2:40 PM, Exeter Township Police were dispatched to Longview Drive for a report of a male subject armed with a weapon and threatening sel
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 — City Council members no longer have access to taxpayer money to hold co
Due to the weekend winter forecast, Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA) has announced it will not operate fixed-route bus service on Sunday, January 25, 2026.BARTA Special Services shared-ride service will only operate medically necessary and essential worker trips. All services for
A Spring Township woman is facing a misdemeanor charge after police say a 5-year-old child was found wandering outside alone during winter conditions in December.According to Spring Township Police, officers were dispatched on Dec. 14, 2025, to a welfare check in the 2300 block of Reading Avenue aft
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Berks County as a significant winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow and ice to the area beginning Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service.The warning will be in effect from 7 p.m. Saturday through 1 p.m. Monday. Forecasters say the s
Mayor Eddie Morán declared a Snow Emergency in the City of Reading during a press conference Friday afternoon at the Reading Public Works Garage on North Sixth Street, citing concerns over heavy snowfall and hazardous travel conditions.“Effective immediately, I am declaring a snow emergency for the
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania upheld a final order of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) finding that the Reading Housing Authority (RHA) violated the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act by unlawfully denying a reasonable accommodation to a tenant with a disability who requeste
