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Annual Help A Girl Out sees another surge in donation growth

The Help A Girl Out grassroots effort in Berks County has announced their 2025 product drive collection numbers. Started in 2021, this marks the...
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Small plane crashes in Robeson Township; no injuries reported

Update: Robeson Township Police provided additional details Friday morning, stating the plane flipped over onto its roof while attempting to land, with the pilot...
Crime

Report of armed individuals in Bern Township fabricated by complainant, police say

A heavy police response to a report of armed individuals on Brossman Court was ultimately determined to be based on a fabricated story, according...
Nonprofits

Chef George Adams named Helping Harvest’s Production Chef

Helping Harvest has welcomed Chef George Adams as the Production Chef for the Helping Harvest Community Kitchen that is scheduled to open in spring...
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Reading Fire Department receives custom mechanics vehicle donated from Reading Truck

The City of Reading Fire Department has received a custom-built Classic II Aluminum service body, generously designed, manufactured and outfitted by Reading Truck at...
Restaurant Inspections

Raw chicken observed thawing in standing water overnight: Restaurant Inspections, March 13, 2025

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County....
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Preserved forest in Union Township now part of French Creek State Park

Natural Lands announced Thursday the preservation of two wooded properties that were transferred to state agencies. They provide critical habitat for migratory songbirds and...
Nonprofits

Opportunity House President and CEO Modesto Fiume to retire after 30 years of service

Modesto Fiume, President and CEO of Opportunity House, has announced he will retire effective June 30, 2025, concluding a three-decade career leading the nonprofit...
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State grants awarded for infrastructure and safety projects in Berks County

Several Berks County communities will receive more than $200,000 in state funding for infrastructure and public safety projects through the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s Local...
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Mt. Penn Fire Company awarded $320K grant for station expansion

Sen. Judy Schwank and Rep. Jacklyn Rusnock announced today that the Mt. Penn Fire Company has been awarded $320,915 in grant funding from the...
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