The Issue: City bike patrols are expanded, and lawmakers approve funds aimed at taking on drug trafficking.
Our Opinion: Such developments are heartening as our community works to reduce the impact of drugs and gangs.
We’re happy to see some positive developments concerning efforts to tackle crime in Berks County.
For one thing, the Reading Police Department has expanded its bicycle patrols. With eight officers certified for duty in May, there are 30 people available to do the work. Read more →