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Frost Advisory
Yesterday: The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Berks County beginning at midnight tonight through 9:00 AM Friday. Temperatures ranging from 34 to 37 degrees will result in areas of frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Berks County beginning at midnight tonight through 9:00 AM Friday. Temperatures ranging from 34 to 37 degrees will result in areas of frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
RACC Classes Canceled Wednesday
Thursday: RACC Classes Canceled Wednesday

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Trump supporters line Penn Street ahead of rally in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania
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Trump speaks at rally in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania
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Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz arrives in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania
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