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Berks County News area weekly mass times

By Berks County News | May 18, 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 premium gas in cities in Berks County in week ending May 11?

By Berks County News | May 17, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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5.7% of citizens unemployed in Berks County in 2021

By Berks County News | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Berks County hit 5.7% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Maloney urges action against Pennsylvania Game Commission's alleged lack of transparency

By Berks County News | May 17, 2024

The Pennsylvania Game Commission's (PGC) alleged lack of transparency has led Republican House Game and Fisheries Committee Chairman David Maloney to once again reach out to the governor, state Office of Administration, and the PGC. He is urging action against what he describes as an agency that has lost sight of its mission.

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Congressman Meuser Announces Winners of 2024 Congressional Art Competition

By Berks County News | May 16, 2024

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition today. The artwork of the first-place winner will be displayed in the United States Capitol for one year, along with other winners from across the nation. The pieces by students who secured second and third places will be exhibited in Congressman Meuser’s District offices.

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Rep. Meuser advocates for small businesses at Capitol Building event

By Berks County News | May 15, 2024

On May 1, Rep. Dan Meuser, representing Pennsylvania's 9th District, took part in the House Small Business Committee’s 'Small Business Showcase' event held at the Capitol Building. The event invited entrepreneurs from across the nation to present their businesses and discuss with Congress members the effects of stringent rules, regulations, and taxes imposed by the Biden Administration on their operations.

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Lebanon officials commemorate fallen police officers during National Police Week

By Berks County News | May 15, 2024

In the United States, over 24,000 police officers have lost their lives in the line of duty since the first recorded police death in 1786, according to Lebanon County Sheriff Jeffrie Marley. "When an officer dies in the line of duty, the impact is felt widespread in the community," Marley stated.

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Lebanon post office renamed in honor of fallen police officer

By Berks County News | May 15, 2024

The post office located at 101 S. 8th St., Lebanon, has been officially renamed the Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building. This renaming is in honor of Lt. Lebo, a Lebanon city police officer who tragically lost his life while on duty.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Berks County in week ending May 11

By Berks County News | May 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Berks County in week ending May 11?

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Bipartisan legislation introduced to bolster rural maternal health

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

On May 13, 2024, Representatives Kelly (IL-02), Kim (CA-40), Meuser (PA-09), and Schrier (WA-08) introduced the bipartisan Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act. This legislation aims to bolster rural health care facilities that provide crucial obstetric care.

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Lebanon post office renamed after Lt. William Lebo following new law

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

U.S. Congressman Dan Meuser announced on Monday that President Joe Biden has signed into law a legislation he introduced to rename a Post Office in honor of a fallen Lebanon City Police officer. The Post Office at 101 South 8th Street in the city will now be known as "The Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building," according to a press release from Meuser.

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Biden signs resolution renaming Lebanon post office after fallen police Lt. Lebo

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

The Lebanon City Post Office is set to be renamed in honor of the late police Lt. William Lebo, following the signing of a resolution by President Joe Biden. The president signed House Resolution 3865 on May 7, which will see the post office at 101 South 8th St. bear the name "Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building.”

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Bill to rename Lebanon post office after fallen officer becomes law

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced that President Joe Biden has signed into law H.R. 3865, a bill he introduced to rename the post office at 101 South 8th Street in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, as the "Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building.” The announcement coincides with National Police Week, which runs from Sunday, May 12, through Saturday, May 18.

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Rep. Maloney accuses PGC of violating Pennsylvania's Sunshine Law

By Berks County News | May 13, 2024

On May 13, 2024, the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) was accused of violating Pennsylvania's Sunshine Law by Rep. David Maloney (R-Berks). The commission allegedly advertised a "special meeting" to replace its executive director with only 25 hours' notice and without providing a time or means for public comment and participation.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Berks County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending May 11

By Berks County News | May 12, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Berks County News area weekly mass times

By Berks County News | May 11, 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 May 4?

By Berks County News | May 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Berks County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Meuser claims SBA's voter registration drive in Michigan is 'illegal

By Berks County News | May 10, 2024

Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Pa., expressed concerns to Newsmax on Friday regarding the Small Business Administration's (SBA) initiative to register voters in Michigan, describing it as "an illegal electioneering gambit."

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Rep. Meuser criticizes spending bill in Newsmax interview

By Berks County News | May 8, 2024

In a recent interview with Newsmax, Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Pa., voiced his concerns over the latest spending bills. Despite some apprehension among House conservatives, compromises were made to prevent an increase in national debt.