# Berks Weekly

> Berks County Alerts, Latest News & Stories

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.goodbarber.berksweekly](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.goodbarber.berksweekly)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.goodbarber.berksweekly`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Hugg Media Group
- **Category:** NEWS\_AND\_MAGAZINES
- **Downloads:** 1,491
- **Rating:** 4.43 / 5 (7 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-28
- **First published:** 2024-06-20
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goodbarber.berksweekly)
- **Website:** [https://berksweekly.com](https://berksweekly.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://berksweekly.goodbarber.app/docs/privacy\_policy.html](https://berksweekly.goodbarber.app/docs/privacy_policy.html)

## Description

Go beyond the headlines and explore the stories that matter most with the Berks Weekly app. Enjoy exclusive content from local journalists and a seamless mobile experience, allowing you to read, watch, and listen on the go.<br><br>Breaking News Alerts: Get notified as news develops. Our reporters monitor public safety channels, traffic, weather and more to keep you informed.<br><br>Livestream Video: Watch local news as it happens live! Featuring a theater mode, picture-in-picture popout, and curated playlist for later viewing.<br><br>Submit News Tips: Citizen journalists and the public can now submit photos, videos, upcoming events or press releases directly in the app.<br><br>Ask the Editor: An AI-driven chat providing personalized responses and localized insights. Powered by ChatGPT with data from Berks Weekly.<br><br>Events Calendar: Stay connected with our community events calendar, your go-to resource for local happenings, from festivals and fundraisers to cultural events and neighborhood gatherings.<br><br>Photo Gallery: Explore our local photo gallery, featuring compelling images that highlight the beauty and stories of our community.<br><br>Local Conversations: Experience &#39;Local Conversations,&#39; our exclusive audio series that goes beyond our published articles. Join us as we interview local personalities, offering deeper insights and perspectives on key community topics.

## Rankings

- #1,031,894 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.goodbarber.berksweekly.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`

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