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Georgia man accused of forgery in sale of excavator to Berks man
Extradited to Berks on charges by Caernarvon Township police who say he swindled a local man out of $15,000.
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IronPigs game Friday night is rained out
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Berks lacrosse: Braedan Stringer helps Berks Catholic boys to 12-10 win
Results from April 10
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Eight Wilson student-athletes heading to Division I schools
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Things To Do
Bulb donations needed to help brighten Pottstown’s Edgewood Historic Cemetery
“The Edgewood cleanups have become bigger and better each year,” noted Andrew Monastra
Crime and Public Safety
Route 422 reopened in western Berks following crash [updated]
A multi-vehicle crash has closed the road in both directions.
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Details emerge in $750,000 fraud case in Berks
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Here are some famous Yankees who had to go from beard to no beard
The New York Yankees have dropped their ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner. Current owner Hal Steinbrenner, son of The Boss, announced the change Friday before the team’s spring training opener. -
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Election
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Primary election 2025: Who’s running for borough councils and mayor in Berks
Primary voters in Berks County will nominate candidates to represent them on borough councils and...
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Berks officials discuss Trump’s executive order on elections
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Opinion
Editorial: Passover celebration tinged with anxiety once again
Jews will observe the festival of freedom amid serious worries for yet another year.
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Everyday ethics: How to make ethical decisions
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Business
Freak sell-off of ‘safe haven’ US bonds raises fear that confidence in America is fading
This could be bad news for consumers in need of a loan.
Berks Country
Daniel Boone Homestead to mark Pennsylvania’s birthday on March 9
The Daniel Boone Homestead Associates will kick off the 2025 season with the annual open...
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Berks Country calendar for Feb. 26
Photos and Videos
WATCH: South Americans gather to observe the red ‘blood moon’ lunar eclipse
Moongazers gathered in Chile, Argentina and Venezuela to observe a total lunar eclipse.
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Lightweight strollers perfect for on-the-go parents
Lightweight and compact travel strollers will provide a safe and secure place for children to...
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Soft and safe baby mats for playtime fun
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2025 summer camps
Media Providence Friends School offers Summer Friends
Summer Friends runs from June 16- Aug. 22 at Media Providence Friends School, 125 W....