Reading Housing Authority opens public comment period on 2026 housing plans
The Reading Housing Authority is accepting public comment on two key planning documents that will guide its operations…
No-kill shelter in Berks Co. recognized for 90% save rate achievement | Southern Berks County
BIRDSBORO, Pa. – A local animal shelter is being honored for its dedication to saving lives. The Animal…
Helping Harvest serves a record number this week, including to meet the need of rural populations | Berks Regional News
TOPTON, Pa.- Helping Harvest Fresh food bank says it will be serving a record number of people this…
Boil-water advisory issued for residents of Kenhorst, Reading’s 18th Ward
Thousands of residents of Kenhorst and Reading’s 18th Ward are being advised to boil water from their taps…
Alvernia launches program to train a new generation of finance industry leaders
Alvernia University has launched a new Banking and Financial Services Academy. The two-year, cohort-based professional program was designed…
Shoplifting suspect tackled in woods after fleeing Lowe’s in Muhlenberg Township
A Reading man with multiple shoplifting convictions was arrested after Muhlenberg Township police said he struggled with a…
Berks County Conservation District receives $317,000 state grant
The Berks County Conservation District has received a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to make…
2 Berks businesses unite to host gift card fundraiser
Two local businesses have united to support Berks County families in need this Thanksgiving. Gourmand Cafe and JPrutzman…
Annual luncheon raises money for Berks veterans
The annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon in Berks County, which has raised money for nonprofit organizations and scholarships for…
Pennsylvania American Water requests rate hikes.
Pennsylvania American Water has filed a request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to raise its water and…
Reading Human Relations Commission reports increasing demand for rental and utility aid
Each weekday, Kimberly Talbot and her staff at Reading’s Human Relations Commission field calls for help with rental…
Helping Harvest prepares 14,000 meals for Thanksgiving in Berks, Schuylkill
Helping Harvest has been busy making Thanksgiving meals for families in Berks and Schuylkill counties. During the past…