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10/12/2026 · Mercer County
Democrats Adjust Mail Ballot Practices, Data Shows
Democratic voters are requesting fewer mail ballots for upcoming elections, but those who do are returning them more quickly. An analysis by NBC News Decision Desk and the University of Pennsylvania details these shifts in early voting patterns.
Haitian Student Dies Following Immigration Status Change
Pierre Damas Bel, a 20-year-old Haitian student, died by suicide last month. His death occurred after his legal immigration status ended and immigration authorities required him to wear an ankle monitor. His family held funeral services for him over the weekend.
10/07/2026
College Students Express Concerns Over National Political System
College students are voicing concerns about the national political system's ability to address their future needs. This sentiment reflects a perceived disinterest from government in improving their lives. The Associated Press gathered these observations through recent reporting.
10/05/2026
Supreme Court to Review Migrant Detention Policy, Global Incidents Unfold
The Supreme Court will examine a policy requiring the mandatory detention of migrants. Meanwhile, UK police detained a British-Iranian citizen on terror suspicions, and a Russian drone struck a school in Kyiv.
10/03/2026
New York Rape Law Prompts Discussion After Cornell Case
New York's penal law regarding rape has come under scrutiny after a Cornell University student's case did not result in criminal charges. The law specifically defines rape as penile-vaginal penetration, which legal experts and advocates say can exclude other forms of sexual assault.
10/02/2026
Cornell Lawsuit Prompts Scrutiny of Police Sexual Assault Investigations
A lawsuit filed against Cornell University, alleging a brutal rape, has highlighted concerns about police investigative practices in sexual assault cases. Experts indicate many police officers lack sufficient training in trauma-informed approaches.
10/01/2026
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2026 DOG LICENSES (Available effective 12/1/2025) In Pennsylvania, all dogs must be licensed at the point of purchase or adoption (earliest is 8 weeks of age) and by 3 months if no transfer of ownership has occurred. All dogs that do not have a lifetime license must be licensed by January 1st of each year.Keep your dog safe and protect your wallet. A dog license costs far less than the $500.00 fine plus court costs you could face as the dog owner for not having one. Licensing brings lost pets home faster. A license is easier to spot. A microchip isn't. Give your dog the protection they deserve and keep them licensed. Dog Law Act 47 Local Dog Warden Fees Regular License Fees Male -- $10.80 Female -- $10.80 Annual Dog Application Senior Citizen or Disability License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior license) Male -- $8.80 Female -- $8.80 Solicitud De Licencia Para Perro REGULAR AND SENIOR CITIZEN OR DISABILITY ANNUAL DOG LICENSES CAN NOW BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT: www.padoglicense.com Lifetime License Fees Male -- $52.80 Female -- $52.80 Lifetime Dog Application Permanent Verification Form is Required** Permanent Verification Form Senior Citizen/Disability Lifetime License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior Lifetime License) Male -- $36.80 Female -- $36.80 Solicitud De Licenia Por Vida Para Perro Formulario Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Es Requerido ** Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Completed Lifetime Application & Permanent Verification Identification Form must be submitted to the Treasurer's office to purchase a lifetime license. (Lifetime licenses can only be issued by the County Treasurer's Office and requires the pet to be microchipped). Check or Money Order payable to Berks County Treasurer can be mailed to: Berks County Treasurer, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Frequently Asked Questions: Dog - FAQ's Transfer Affidavit Address Change Affidavit Duplicate Request Form Dog Agent Listing Note: The Agents listed below are only for Regular or Senior Annual Dog Licenses Click here for the list Toggle section Animal Rescue League Route 724 & Morgantown Bypass Birdsboro, PA 19508 610-373-8830 Klick Financial 4148 Kutztown Road Temple, PA 19560 610-816-5199 Oley Valley Feed 143 Cleaver Road Oley, PA 19547 610-987-3568 Erb & Henry Equipment Inc. 22-26 Henry Avenue New Berlinville, PA 19545 610-367-2169 Mtn View Supply Inc 5104 Old Rte 22 Hamburg, PA 19526 610-488-1025 Reifsnyder's Agriculture Center 7180 Bernville Road Bernville, PA 19506 610-488-0667 Hamburg Borough 61 N. 3rd Street Hamburg, PA 19526 610-562-7821 Nissley Feed & Hardware 223 Mill Road Morgantown, PA 19543 610-286-9029 Werley Fuel 717 Lancaster Avenue Reading, PA 19607 610-375-6166 Hereford Township 3131 Seisholtzville Road Hereford, PA 18056 610-845-2929 Noble Street Notary 204 Noble Street Kutztown, PA 19530 610-683-7920
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