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One teen dead, another injured in Reading stabbing; investigation ongoing

Update - 6/17/25: DA: No charges filed in fatal Reading stabbing; self-defense cited Original post: Reading Police are continuing to investigate a stabbing that left...
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Lebanon man charged in drug delivery resulting in death following Robesonia overdose

A Lebanon County man has been charged in connection with a fatal drug overdose that occurred in Robesonia last year, according to the Berks...
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Reading Science Center awarded $2,500 grant for Science Storytime Program

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) recently awarded the Reading Science Center a $2,500 grant to support their Science Storytime program. The funds are...
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Kutztown native recognized for outstanding service in U.S. Air Force

A Berks County native is being recognized for his leadership and commitment to service as part of the U.S. Air Force’s 8th Fighter Wing. Staff...
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Entertainment

Downtown Reading comes alive with WWII Mid-Day Parade and First Friday Block Party

Downtown Reading was buzzing with activity on Friday as two major events brought history, music, food, and community together on Penn Street. The day began...
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Demolition completed at East Reading Pool site; splash pad and parking Lot planned

The City of Reading has completed the demolition of the former East Reading Pool, clearing the way for a planned redevelopment of the site...
Crime

Philadelphia man arrested in Spring Township bank robbery

A Philadelphia man has been arrested and charged in connection with a bank robbery that occurred Thursday afternoon in Spring Township. According to police, officers...
Environment

EPA completes final cleanup at hazardous Reading Drum site

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially completed the final phase of hazardous waste removal at the Reading Drum site, concluding a comprehensive...
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Brooklyn man pleads guilty to kidnapping a child from Berks County in 2022

United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Duane Taylor, 50, of Brooklyn, New York, entered a plea of guilty Thursday before United States District...
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Kutztown University dedicates Hawkinson Welcome Center

Kutztown University celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Hawkinson Welcome Center Thursday morning, June 5, with the campus and local community in attendance. The...
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