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Food stamp cuts coming at a tough time for thousands of families in Berks
“There are low-income working parents who were barely getting by before (on SNAP benefits), and now will need our help,” he said. → Read More
Pilgrimage at Alvernia shows off university’s campus and history
The sisters spoke about how they continue to serve people at schools, orphanages, hospitals, and retreat houses through the U.S. → Read More
Historic Reading building will soon have wheelchair accessibility
An architectural gem in Reading is about to become much more accessible to the entire community. → Read More
Kurt Geishauser seeking election as judge in Berks
The Exeter Township attorney will cross-file in the May primary. → Read More
Shillington man sentenced to state prison for strangling his mother
Ezra Weitzel had been convicted of strangulation, simple assault and making terroristic threats. → Read More
Berks farmer is among the Pennsylvania veterans turning to agriculture
Charles Lafferty splits his days between the National Guard and farming. → Read More
Red Creek Wildlife Center reopens after fire and has big plans for this year
Schuylkill County nonprofit is again accepting wildlife in need. → Read More
Reading man sentenced to 15 to 30 years in state prison for shooting another man
The victim was driving his car when he was shot, investigators say. → Read More
Alvernia University and Fulton Bank expand partnership to help students
The bank pledges a total of $300,000 over five years for support and mentors for the O’Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship. → Read More
Wyomissing attorney named interim treasurer for Berks
Socrates J. Georgeadis will serve in the role until a new treasurer takes office in 2024. → Read More
Black History Month program will focus on how to improve communities
Black History Month program will focus on how to improve communities → Read More
New Berks County commissioner chosen [Update]
Her term will begin after she is sworn in during a ceremony next Tuesday afternoon. → Read More
Sen. Schwank opens new office in western Berks
The Ruscombmanor Township Democrat seeks to better serve new western Berks constituents in her reconfigured district. → Read More
Justin Bodor seeking election as judge in Berks
“I understand the important role judges play in our legal system because I am in the courtroom almost everyday,” the candidate for judge says. → Read More
Opportunity House hires officer for newly created position
The new role will be important as the nonprofit evolves, officials said. → Read More
As Super Bowl nears, one Eagles loyalist from Berks sees fandom from all sides
Passion for your team can have pros and cons, a Wyomissing psychologist says. → Read More
Berks veteran laid to rest in national cemetery with help from nonprofit
A Vietnam veteran receives military honors during Indiantown Gap Cemetery service. → Read More
A few hardy souls get some sun and camaraderie during a chilly Winter Wellness Walk in Berks
“You just have to bundle up and walk fast,” she said. → Read More
Berks man found guilty of assaulting police officer in Caernarvon Township
The Caernarvon Township officer was knocked unconscious during the attack. → Read More
Jill Scheidt seeking election as judge in Berks
“Protecting children from harm and providing them with an opportunity to grow and thrive are efforts about which I am very passionate,” Scheidt said. → Read More