The Berkeley Observer
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Storytime Returns To All Berkeley County Libraries
Berkeley County Library System announced that storytime programs for children from birth to age 5 will resume at every library location starting the week of Jan. 5 through April 20, 2026.
Berkeley County Launches Community Survey on Housing, Development Needs
Berkeley County is asking residents to help shape the future of affordable housing and community development as it prepares a new five-year strategic plan tied to federal funding.
Faith and Renewal Take Center Stage in Berkeley County
As the New Year begins, women from across Berkeley County and the greater Lowcountry are being invited to pause, reflect and reconnect at a faith-centered gathering set for Saturday, Jan. 17.
Reports of Explosion Shake Cane Bay, Search Finds No Evidence
Residents across parts of Berkeley County reported hearing and feeling what they described as an explosion late Sunday night, prompting an emergency response and an extensive search by Central Berkeley Fire & EMS, officials said.
Dozens Cited in New Year’s Eve Traffic Crackdown in Moncks Corner
Deputies with the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office teamed up with local and state law enforcement agencies on New Year’s Eve as part of a joint traffic enforcement operation aimed at improving roadway safety during the busy holiday.
Berkeley County Opens Registration for 2026 CDBG Workshop
Berkeley County is inviting local nonprofits and community organizations to compete for a key federal funding source to strengthen underserved neighborhoods.
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Teen After 100‑mph Chase
Berkeley County deputies arrested an 18‑year‑old North Charleston man after a high‑speed pursuit that stretched across multiple counties and began during a proactive patrol targeting street racing activity, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office.
Berkeley County Deputies Help Deliver Christmas to Hundreds
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office recently wrapped up its annual Toys for Tots campaign, contributing to a wide-reaching holiday effort that brought Christmas gifts to children across the Lowcountry.
Summerville Man Charged in Child Exploitation Case
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. — A Summerville man is facing multiple felony charges related to the sexual exploitation of a minor following a multi-agency investigation...
Moncks Corner Police Chief Resigns, Reflects On Next Steps
Chief Lee Mixon confirmed his resignation Friday from the Moncks Corner Police Department, marking the end of his tenure leading the town’s law enforcement agency.
