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Tornado Warning

20 hours ago: 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.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

23 hours ago: The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Berks County until 9:00 PM Monday night. A couple tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to a quarter size possible. Scattered wind gusts up to 70 MPH likely. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Berks County until 9:00 PM Monday night. A couple tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to a quarter size possible. Scattered wind gusts up to 70 MPH likely.

Restored Bicentennial Eagle unveiled at Berks County Heritage Center

A piece of Berks County history tied to the nation’s Bicentennial celebration has been restored and returned to public view just in time for America’s 250th anniversary.County officials, community partners and residents gathered Tuesday at the Berks County Heritage Center to unveil the restored Bice

Downtown Reading preparing for World Cup Fan Zone celebrations

Reading officials are reminding residents and visitors about a series of free Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone events coming to downtown Reading next month, bringing FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement to the city with watch parties, live entertainment, soccer activities and a large-scale block party.The

BARTA to increase shared-ride fares Aug. 1, first adjustment since 2017

The South Central Transit Authority (SCTA) announced Wednesday that fares for BARTA Special Services shared-ride and paratransit transportation will increase effective Aug. 1, marking the first fare adjustment for the service in nearly a decade.According to SCTA, the average full fare for BARTA Spec

Council on Chemical Abuse’s Marcia Goodman Hinnershitz honored with statewide Legacy in Prevention award

The Commonwealth Prevention Alliance recently presented Council on Chemical Abuse Director of Planning & Resource Development Marcia Goodman Hinnershitz with the 2026 Marcopul Award for Legacy in Prevention.The award was presented last week during the annual Commonwealth Prevention Alliance conferen

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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