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Line painting, shoulder closure: PennDOT upcoming roadwork April 25, 2026

PennDOT has scheduled multiple road work projects across Berks County in the upcoming week, with a mix of long-term construction, lane closures, and maintenance...
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Fleetwood Bank Partnership celebrated at BCIU Learning Center at Melrose Plaza 1 Playground dedication ceremony

On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) celebrated the dedication of a new playground at its Learning Center at Melrose...
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Meet a business leader connecting teens to entrepreneurship

This article originally appeared in Good Day, Berks — Spotlight PA’s free daily newsletter for Berks County and your daily dose of Berks County...
Business

Berks LaunchBox strengthens the startup ecosystem with 2025 milestones

Throughout 2025, Berks LaunchBox continued accelerating startup growth in the Berks County community. In the last year, Berks LaunchBox assisted 277 entrepreneurs — 58%...
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Crime

Police seek driver of white SUV in Robesonia motorcycle crash

The South Heidelberg Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a white SUV involved in a motorcycle crash...
Crime

13-year-old injured in hit-and-run crash in Reading; police investigating

A 13-year-old boy was injured Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash in the city, according to the Reading...
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Scout recognized for building accessible fishing pier at Blue Marsh Lake

A Berks County Boy Scout was recognized for designing and building a new accessible fishing pier at Blue Marsh Lake, a project officials say...
Crime

Multi-agency investigation leads to arrests in Berks firearms trafficking case; one suspect remains at large

A months-long investigation into illegal firearm trafficking in Berks County has resulted in multiple arrests and charges, with authorities alleging a network of “straw...
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Environment

Schuylkill Highlands Mini-Grant Program accepting applications for 2026

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Schuylkill Highlands Mini-Grant Program, which provides funding of up to $15,000 for projects that advance conservation,...
Education

Penn State Berks works with Wyomissing High School for Presidential AI Challenge

A recent federal initiative focused on artificial intelligence (AI) gave Penn State Berks faculty the chance to partner with students and teachers from the...
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