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Berks County student recognized in statewide Lyme disease awareness art contest
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (343+ words) A Berks County student was among those recognized this week by the Shapiro Administration in the 2026 "Protect. Check. Remove." Lyme Disease Student Art Competition, an annual statewide initiative aimed at raising awareness about tick safety and Lyme disease prevention. Valkyrie…...
IBEW Local 743 in Berks County awarded nearly $300 K for apprenticeship expansion
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (306+ words) The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in Berks County is set to receive nearly $300, 000 as part of a statewide investment aimed at expanding apprenticeship and workforce training opportunities across Pennsylvania. On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development…...
YMCA of Reading & Berks County raises $110, 000 toward annual support campaign at 2026 Breakfast of Champions for Youth
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (257+ words) The YMCA of Reading & Berks County welcomed community leaders, partners, advocates, and supporters to the 2026 Breakfast of Champions for Youth on Tuesday morning at the Double Tree by Hilton Reading, raising $110, 000 so far for its annual support campaign for programs…...
Guzman mobilizes coordinated response to rising v violence in Reading
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (188+ words) Local and state law enforcement leaders brought together to discuss public safety in city and across county. State Rep. Manuel Guzman, D-Berks, convened a coordinated public safety meeting at his office Wednesday with state and local law enforcement leaders and…...
ICE arrested a grandfather who helped police investigate his daughter's murder
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (1641+ words) READING " Erasmo Zavala hoped the legal system could protect his daughter from domestic violence. He encouraged her to seek help from law enforcement and took her to Reading police to file a report against her abuser. She was referred to…...
Wyomissing Memorial Day Parade & Remembrance Ceremony to honor fallen heroes, gold star family, and the meaning of Memorial Day
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (103+ words) Berks Weekly Wyomissing Memorial Day Parade & Remembrance Ceremony to honor fallen heroes, gold star family, and the meaning of Memorial Day West Reading family-friendly diner serving American classics daily from 7am-9pm. R/C Reading Movies 11 & IMAX Stadium seating with high-back rocking…...
Reading marks National Police Week with blue lights, flags at half-staff
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (234+ words) The City of Reading is recognizing National Police Week by honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers both locally and across the country. As part of the observance, Reading City Hall, the Penn Street Bridge, and the Pagoda…...
Reading Police temporarily relocating Desk Sergeant and Dispatch Operations to Berks County Courthouse
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (197+ words) Berks Weekly Reading Police temporarily relocating Desk Sergeant and Dispatch Operations to Berks County Courthouse Pay-what-you-can caf" serving ethically grown coffee and locally sourced foods. R/C Reading Movies 11 & IMAX Stadium seating with high-back rocking chairs, IMAX auditorium, concessions. West…...
Everything you need to know about Reading's CRIZ and how the special tax zone could drive new development
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (869+ words) A new tool allows Reading to shift state and local taxes to revitalization, but its success depends on how the city can attract developers....
Special funds help Berks County avoid property tax increase despite $16 M shortfall
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (840+ words) Future budgets may present more challenges as infrastructure plans and larger projects come to fruition....