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Berks Coroner: Next of Kin Request

15 hours ago: The Berks County Coroner’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating Next of Kin. The decedent’s name is William Banks, a 59-year-old male from the Reading area who passed away on 6/22/2026. Anyone with information can contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.

Tornado Warning

Yesterday: The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Southern Berks County. At 4:35 PM, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Honey Brook, or 10 miles east of New Holland, moving east at 35 mph. The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Southern Berks County. At 4:35 PM, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Honey Brook, or 10 miles east of New Holland, moving east at 35 mph.

DHS secretary highlights child care investments during visit to Boyertown center

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh visited Boyertown on Tuesday to highlight the Shapiro Administration’s efforts to recruit and retain child care workers while expanding access to affordable child care for working families.The visit took place at Boyertown Children’s Ce

Reading man charged after investigation into child sexual abuse material

A 19-year-old Reading man has been charged following an investigation by the Berks County Detectives into the possession of child sexual abuse material, according to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office.Authorities identified the defendant as Jhosua Melenciano Vasquez, of the 100 block of Wes

Butterfly Odyssey brings interactive rainforest conservation exhibit to Reading Public Museum

Families visiting the Reading Public Museum this summer can step into the life of a butterfly while learning about rainforest conservation through the museum’s newest interactive exhibition.Butterfly Odyssey opened June 15 and will remain on display through Aug. 30 in the museum’s temporary exhibiti

Berks County aging agency to transition home-delivered meals program to frozen meal model

The Berks County Area Agency on Aging will implement a new home-delivered meals model beginning July 1, replacing its daily ready-to-eat meal service with frozen meals delivered twice each week.County officials said the change is designed to increase flexibility for older adults while improving meal

Esteban Ruiz turns a passion for music into a promising future

Esteban Ruiz is a testament to the value of music in our schools in Berks County. Born to Maria Velazquez and Jose Ruiz, his family lived in Exeter Township, where Esteban attended the Exeter district schools. “I started playing violin in third grade through the school music program at Owatin Creek

Elise Leid finds her voice through a lifelong love of music

Elise Leid grew up the only child of Jeffery and Stacey Leid, living a carefree life in the countryside of Morgantown, Pa. “We had woods in our back yard, and we had chickens, geese, honey bees, five outside cats, and two dogs. We currently have a farmer that grows hay on my parents property which i

John Burford returns to Reading for reunion, reflects on Army career and hometown roots

Retired U.S. Army Master Sgt. John Burford has traveled around the world since leaving Reading in 1976, straight out of the gate following his graduation. He eventually married and settled in Temple, Texas where he continues to live a productive and active life with his wife and family. His early li

Julian Rios embraces leadership, service, and a bright future

It’s the season of celebrating the milestone of high school graduation for students around Berks County. The occasion represents the culmination of the work students put forth each step of the way from kindergarten through 12th grade, and how they have made the most of their education by adding in a

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