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Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Yesterday: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County until 1:00 AM Monday. A couple tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to quarter size possible. Scattered gusts up to 70 MPH likely. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County until 1:00 AM Monday. A couple tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to quarter size possible. Scattered gusts up to 70 MPH likely.

Maximum Heat Index for Thursday

Thursday: The National Weather Service has released its maximum heat index reports for Berks County from Thursday, June 11, 2026. The National Weather Service has released its maximum heat index reports for Berks County from Thursday, June 11, 2026:

Pagoda Hillclimb returns to Reading June 20-21 with racers from across East Coast

The annual Pagoda Hillclimb will return to Reading on June 20 and 21, drawing racers from across the East Coast to compete on the historic Duryea Drive course overlooking the city.Hosted by the Blue Mountain Region of the Sports Car Club of America, the event is part of both the Pennsylvania Hillcli

Daniel Boone Homestead to host Colonial 250th Anniversary Celebration on June 27

The Daniel Boone Homestead in Birdsboro will mark America’s upcoming 250th anniversary with a daylong living history event on Saturday, June 27.Hosted by the Daniel Boone Homestead Associates, the “Colonial 250th Anniversary Celebration” will run from noon to 8 p.m. and feature historical demonstrat

Kidder named Dean of the College of Business at Kutztown University

Kutztown University has named Dr. Deborah Kidder as dean of the College of Business. Kidder brings more than 30 years’ experience to KU and will begin her role Monday, June 29.Kidder most recently served as the dean of the Turner College of Business and Technology at Columbus State University from 2

Emails detail how Berks County leaders worked behind the scenes after detention center surprise

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 — On Feb. 2 of this year, Fred Sheeler had urgent news to share with Berk

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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