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Berks County News area weekly mass times

By Berks County News | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the Berks County News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Berks County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By Berks County News | May 3, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Congressman Meuser Joins House Judiciary Committee for Field Hearing in Philadelphia to Examine Violent Crime

By Berks County News | May 3, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) joined Chairman Jim Jordan and the House Judiciary Committee for a Field Hearing in Philadelphia to address rising crime. The hearing, "Victims of Violent Crime in Philadelphia," examined how District Attorney Larry Krasner's pro-criminal policies have emboldened criminals at the expense of victims and city residents.Philadelphia’s anti-law enforcement policies, which include defunding the Philadelphia Police Department by $66 million in recent years, coupled with District Attorney Larry Krasner withdrawing and...

138 coaches at institutions in Berks County earned $27,995 on average in 2022

By Berks County News | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Berks County, was $87,033, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Congressman Meuser Joins Williamsport Entrepreneurs at Small Business Showcase

By Berks County News | May 2, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) recently participated in the House Small Business Committee’s “Small Business Showcase” event in the Capitol Building, where entrepreneurs gathered to discuss the challenges they face due to regulations and taxes. Among the attendees were Vince and Selina Pulizzi, owners of Labels by Pulizzi, a family-owned business from Williamsport.Labels by Pulizzi, in operation since 1968, is a custom printing company that employs 32 individuals in Lycoming County. The business has served its clients with over a billion custom labels...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Berks County in week ending Apr. 27?

By Berks County News | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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PGC Director Resigns for Alleged Unethical Actions, Maloney Reports

By Berks County News | Apr 30, 2024

Apr. 30, 2024HARRISBURG – The director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) has resigned due to alleged unethical actions, as reported by House Game and Fisheries Committee Chairman David Maloney (R-Berks).Bryan Burhans, who has been the executive director of the PGC since 2017, tendered his resignation on Monday following allegations of unethical behavior. Maloney revealed that Burhans was accused of misusing his position for personal gain, involving the management of a state agency with assets worth nearly half a billion dollars.Maloney's investigation into the...

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Congressman Meuser Bill to Incentivize Private Capital Investments in Underserved Areas Passes House During National Small Business Week

By Berks County News | Apr 30, 2024

Legislation introduced by Representatives Dan Meuser (R-PA) and Hillary Scholten (D-MI), known as H.R. 5333, the Investing in All of America Act of 2023, has successfully passed in the House of Representatives. The bill aims to incentivize greater private capital investments in small businesses, particularly those in rural or low-income areas, and those operating in the national security sector.Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) play a crucial role in this legislation, as they raise private capital matched with leverage by the Small Business Administration (SBA)...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Berks County in week ending Apr. 27

By Berks County News | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Berks County in week ending Apr. 27?

By Berks County News | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Berks County News area weekly mass times

By Berks County News | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the Berks County News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Berks County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Berks County News | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Congressman Meuser Statement on EPA’s Detrimental New Coal Plant Rule

By Berks County News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Dan Meuser, Co-Chair of the Congressional Coal Caucus, expressed strong opposition to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new power plant rules targeting U.S. coal. Meuser criticized the finalized rule, stating that it imposes unrealistic standards on coal plants, aiming to force early retirements and hinder the opening of new plants. In response to the EPA's rule, Co-Chair Meuser highlighted the detrimental impact it could have on the nation's energy landscape, particularly on grid reliability. He emphasized, "Despite the...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Berks County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Berks County News | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Congressman Meuser Statement on Border Security and Foreign Aid Supplemental Bills

By Berks County News | Apr 23, 2024

Today, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) made a statement regarding the House's consideration of border security and foreign aid supplemental bills. Meuser expressed his concerns about the Biden Administration's approach to domestic security and global affairs. He criticized the administration for its open border policies, stating, "the Biden Administration has repeatedly demonstrated it’s not up to the challenge of keeping America and her allies safe."Regarding the issue of border security, Meuser highlighted the importance of pairing aid for Ukraine with border security...

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Berks County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q4 2023

By Berks County News | Apr 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Berks County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Which former Berks County News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Berks County News | Apr 21, 2024

This former Berks County News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Berks County News area weekly mass times

By Berks County News | Apr 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Berks County News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Berks County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Berks County News | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Congressman Meuser Criticizes President Biden's Tax Plan During Visit to Pennsylvania

By Berks County News | Apr 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) reacted strongly to President Biden’s recent visit to Northeast Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, where the President discussed a tax plan that has raised concerns among many. Meuser expressed his disapproval of the proposed tax increases, emphasizing their potential negative impact on the middle class and small businesses.In response to President Biden's tax proposals, Congressman Meuser stated, “President Biden continues to prove that he is nothing more than an out of touch tax-and-spend politician." He criticized the...