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Penn State Berks Senior Spotlight: Lauren Conrad, student marshal

Lauren Conrad has been named student marshal for the Penn State Berks spring 2026 commencement ceremony. She is earning a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry...
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Berks County Parks launches free backpack lending program for kids

Berks County Parks & Recreation has announced a new Backpack Lending Program aimed at helping children and families explore local parks while learning about...
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Pa. farmer wins transparency battle after township spent thousands fighting to keep records secret

This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily...
Nonprofits

Family Promise secures $20K grant from Clayton to prevent homelessness for families in Berks County

Family Promise of Berks County recently received a $20,000 grant from Clayton, ensuring that families in Berks County receive the support they need to...
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Entertainment

GoggleWorks to open Thorn Alley Stage season with Frog Holler concert May 1

The GoggleWorks Center for the Arts will kick off its 2026 Thorn Alley Stage concert season on Friday, May 1, with a performance by...
Traffic & Transit

Old River Road bridge closed indefinitely amid deterioration; follows Route 724 bridge project in Robeson Township

A small roadway in southern Berks County has now been closed to all traffic due to safety concerns, adding to ongoing disruptions tied to...
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In letter to DHS Secretary Mullin, Fetterman reiterates opposition on proposed Pennsylvania ICE warehouses

Following his original letter to former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) today sent a letter to...
Environment

Berks County project receives funding in statewide environmental education push

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has awarded more than $1 million in environmental education grants across the state, including funding for a project...
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Two Berks County students win Berks Sinfonietta scholarship competition

The Berks Sinfonietta has announced the winners of its second annual Scholarship Competition, recognizing standout high school musicians from across Berks County. Joshua Griffith, a...
Restaurant Inspections

Food facility inspection indicates evidence of rodent activity in dry storage areas: Restaurant Inspections, April 30, 2026

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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