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Wanted in Berks: March 23, 2025
By The Citizen on March 23, 2025
The Berks County sheriff’s office is seeking the following fugitives: Jonathan Montilla-Diaz • Jonathan Montilla-Diaz, 44, whose last known address was in the 800 block…
Boyertown Wellness Fair offers fun fitness activities and more
By The Citizen on March 22, 2025
Promoting health and wellness was the focus of the 18th annual Boyertown Wellness Fair. The event Saturday at Boyertown Area High School was presented by…
Hopewell Furnace seeks support for feeding animals
By The Citizen on March 22, 2025
Friends of Hopewell Furnace is seeking donations to support its efforts to ensure the feeding and care of animals at Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site.…
Campus notes: March 23, 2025
By The Citizen on March 22, 2025
The following area Lebanon Valley College Doctor of Physical Therapy students presented research at the annual American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting in Houston:…
Berks Things to do – The Modern Classics Motorcycle Show returns to Boyertown
By The Citizen on March 20, 2025
The Modern Classics Motorcycle Show returns to Boyertown after a five-year hiatus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, and Sunday, March…
Family of child who drowned in Chester County pond shows mercy towards nanny
By The Citizen on March 20, 2025
WEST CHESTER — A plea for mercy from the family of a young child who drowned in a retention pond at a Chester County park has…
Opportunity House leader announces retirement
By The Citizen on March 20, 2025
After more than three decades at its helm, Modesto Fiume has announced he will be retiring as president and CEO of Opportunity House. Fiume informed…
Berks transfers Ebling Memorial Bridge to Muhlenberg Township
By The Citizen on March 20, 2025
Berks County has turned over ownership of the recently replaced Ebling Memorial Bridge to Muhlenberg Township. The move is part of an ongoing effort by…
Kutztown University Radio student treasurer wins best business director
By The Citizen on March 19, 2025
Kutztown University Radio once again did not fail to impress at the recent 86th Annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Awards in New York City. KUR took…
Marvel Ranch makeover draws praise from customers, Reading City Council members
By The Citizen on March 19, 2025
Workers at Reading’s Marvel Ranch are mum, but reports of a Gordon Ramsay-led makeover of the downtown restaurant abound. City Council President Donna Reed confirmed…
Rodale Institute joins Microsoft, YouTube, Nvidia on list of world’s most innovative companies
By The Citizen on March 19, 2025
Rodale Institute has joined the ranks of Microsoft, OpenAI and YouTube on Fast Company’s annual list of the world’s most innovative companies. The Maxatawny Township-based…
Crime Alert: Amity Township police searching for robbery suspect
By The Citizen on March 19, 2025
Police in Amity Township are searching for a man who robbed a convenience store early Wednesday. According to police, a man armed with an adjustable…
4 hurt in crash caused by wrong-way driver on I-78 in Berks
By The Citizen on March 19, 2025
Four people were injured Tuesday morning in a crash on Interstate 78 caused by a wrong-way driver. According to state police: Just after 6:30 a.m.…
Over 40 World War II veterans sign historic rifle at The Highlands at Wyomissing
By The Citizen on March 18, 2025
Andrew Biggio never met his great-uncle, but he’s gotten to know him well. “My uncle was killed in World War II — I’m named after…
Family fun planned at Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center
By The Citizen on March 17, 2025
PENNSBURG — With the change in seasons, it’s time to visit the Heritage Center. The 1826 Seipt Family Barn reopens for tours beginning Friday, March…