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Flood Watch

About 1 hour ago: A Flood Watch has been issued for Berks County by the National Weather Service from Saturday morning through late Saturday night. Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. A Flood Watch has been issued for Berks County by the National Weather Service from Saturday morning through late Saturday night. Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

Cumru Township: Accident on 422 West

Thursday: Accident on 422 Westbound in Cumru Township just after the 176 interchange, reported to be 3 vehicles involved, blocking the left lane. Accident on 422 Westbound in Cumru Township just after the 176 interchange, reported to be 3 vehicles involved, blocking the left lane.

Flood Watch issued for Berks County as heavy rain raises flash flood threat Saturday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Berks County, warning that multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms could produce flash flooding from 10 a.m. Saturday through 2 a.m. Sunday.Forecasters said excessive rainfall could lead to flash flooding in low-lying and flood-prone

City of Reading prepares for final weekend of Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone

Downtown Reading will host the final weekend of the Official Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone this Saturday and Sunday, bringing live FIFA World Cup 2026 match broadcasts, concerts, entertainment and family activities to the city.The free event, organized by the City of Reading in partnership with Ex

What protections Pa. renters have beyond local laws

This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily dose of essential local stories at spotlightpa.org/newsletters/gooddayberks.READING — A group of activists wants Reading City Council to adopt a wide-ranging

PUC approves reduced Pennsylvania American Water rate increases, orders customer service improvements

Pennsylvania American Water customers will see smaller rate increases than the utility originally requested after the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a modified rate plan Thursday that cuts the company’s proposed revenue increase by more than half while requiring a series of customer

Ebony McNeil combines leadership with mentorship to help men build stronger lives through The Forge

Born in Reading, the only son of Richard and Lorraine McNeil, Ebony McNeil grew up enjoying his boyhood, doing what boys typically love to do; playing outside most of the time, riding bikes, and spending time at places like the Olivet’s Boys Club, a place that was central to kids in the city of Read

Lori Lilley: A passionate advocate for Carsonia Lake’s wildlife

Berks County natives Lori (Hinnershitz) Lilley and her husband, Christopher were both born and raised in the Antietam Valley, Lori in Mt. Penn, and Christopher in Stony Creek. Crystal Lake, once a central part of the historical Carsonia Park era, holds a great deal of sentimental value to both. “I w

Toni Reece brings Berks County’s stories to the airwaves

From behind the microphone and through the airwaves, Toni Reece has rapidly become a popular radio host and story teller featuring the people of Berks County through her new show Real Life with Toni Reece, a different kind of talk radio on WEEU. To say that Toni is simply a people person is an under

Michael Toledo: From Reading roots to community leadership

Those who have the pleasure of meeting Michael Toledo will quickly pick up on his reference to “family” in his messages to the community he has been serving for the past 16 years as President and CEO of Centro Hispano in Reading. The concept of family is deeply rooted in his early beginnings as a ch

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