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BerksIDA takes first step in redeveloping long-vacant former Glidden Chemical Plant property

After being abandoned for decades, the former Glidden site at 1853 North 3rd Street in Reading took a major step towards seeing new life...
Nonprofits

Help A Girl Out announces new distribution partners for 2025 collection

Help a Girl Out (HAGO) has announced a new distribution partnership for its 2025 collection. All donations from local collection sites should be delivered...
Nonprofits

Reading Science Center welcomes four new board members

The Reading Science Center has announced the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors, each bringing valuable expertise and community-focused leadership....
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Barn destroyed in Maxatawny Township fire, cause undetermined

A two-story barn was completely destroyed in a fire on Monday morning in Maxatawny Township, Berks County. The incident occurred at approximately 7:55 a.m....
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Traffic & Transit

Nighttime construction, lane restrictions: PennDOT upcoming roadwork Feb. 24, 2025

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced several roadwork projects scheduled to take place across Berks County in the coming week. Motorists are...
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PA Lottery scratch-off ticket worth $1 million sold in Reading

A Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in the City of Reading sold a $1 million-winning Jumbo Bucks Scratch-Off. Berks Beer Distributing Co, 211 South 9th St.,...
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Building a Better Boyertown receives $30K grant for community walkway redesign

Building a Better Boyertown has announced that it has received a generous $30,000 grant from the Boyertown Area Charitable Program of the Berks County...
Restaurant Inspections

Soda dispenser nozzles and milkshake mixer, observed with residue: Restaurant Inspections, Feb. 20, 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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Education

Reading School District Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Murray to step down at end of school year

After 26 years of dedicated service to the Reading School District, Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Murray has announced her decision to step down at the...
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Red Cross seeks more volunteers in Pennsylvania’s rural areas

The American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania is seeking dedicated volunteers in rural communities to respond to local disasters, help donors at blood drives...
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