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West Reading: Missing Juvenile
16 hours ago: Jahziel Acevedo Cruz, a 15‑year‑old male from West Reading, was last seen on April 1, 2026. He is not believed to be missing under suspicious circumstances. Jahziel has connections to the City of Reading, where he is believed to be staying. If you have seen Jahziel or have information about his whereabouts, please contact the West Reading Police Department at 610‑373‑0111. Jahziel Acevedo Cruz, a 15‑year‑old male from West Reading, was last seen on April 1, 2026. He is not believed to be missing under suspicious circumstances. Jahziel has connections to the City of Reading, where he is believed to be staying. If you have seen Jahziel or have information about his whereabouts, please contact the West Reading Police Department at 610‑373‑0111.
Elevated Risk of Fire Spread Today
22 hours ago: There is an elevated risk for fire spread today across portions of eastern Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to around 25 to 35 percent this afternoon. This will be accompanied by temperatures rising generally rising into the 70s and northwest winds around 10 to 15 gusting 20 to 25 mph. These conditions could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. Conditions improve during the evening as the wind diminishes and the relative humidity increases. There is an elevated risk for fire spread today across portions of eastern Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to around 25 to 35 percent this afternoon. This will be accompanied by temperatures rising generally rising into the 70s and northwest winds around 10 to 15 gusting 20 to 25 mph. These conditions could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. Conditions improve during the…

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Berks County raises America250PA flag ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary
Berks County officials and members of the America250PA Berks committee gathered Thursday at the County Services Center to raise the official America250PA Berks flag, marking the lead-up to the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.The ceremony, held at 12:45 p.m., included county staff, committee membe
Observed apparent rodent droppings under the front counter: Restaurant Inspections, April 23, 2026
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County. Inspections are a “snapshot” of the day and time of the inspection. Violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to t
Senate approves Schwank resolution to study Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code
The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a resolution introduced by Judy Schwank directing a comprehensive review of the state’s Municipalities Planning Code.Senate Resolution 211, passed Tuesday by a 46-2 vote, tasks the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee with studying how the code is functioning
Berks ARL and No Nonsense Neutering partner with local municipalities to expand TNVR access ahead of “kitten season”
As warmer weather approaches and “kitten season” begins, the Animal Rescue League of Berks County (ARL) and No Nonsense Neutering (NNN) are working alongside local municipalities in 2026 to expand access to Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) services for community cats. This collaborative effort ai

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Delbert “Del” Bitting: The man behind the wheel at Reading Fairgrounds Speedway
Delbert Gene Bitting was born January 14,1936, the youngest of the four sons of Claude and Florence Bitting. His first home was a farmhouse on Butter Lane in Exeter Township, which they shared with his grandparents. “They lived on one side, and we lived on the other,” he recollected. “The home still
John King: A life shaped by music, community, and resilience
Born in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Reading on August 31, 1952, John King grew up frequently moving while his parents worked to accommodate their growing family. “My earliest recollection was living on Gilson Alley behind South 7th Street. The place was a two-story garage, and the bottom floor was a ch
Samantha Bremekamp: Building community through curiosity and storytelling
After living and working in education in New York City, Vienna, Austria, and New Jersey, Samantha Bremekamp arrived on the scene in Berks County, bringing along her brand of energy and enthusiasm for learning. “We moved here in 2023 after living in New Jersey. I wanted to get to know people in the a
Judy Elllsworth’s love of books fuels the Berks Book Bonanza
A Berks County resident since 1980, Judy Elllsworth has lived in Wyomissing Hills, later moving to Green Valley Estates in Sinking Spring for the last eight years. Prior to living in the area, Judy spent her career working in several capacities. “I’ve done many things; I worked as a Psychiatric Soci

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Posted on: April 23, 2026
Berks County raises America250PA flag ahead of nation’s 250th anniversary
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Berks County District Attorney Press Conference
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Reading Fightin Phils vs. New Hampshire Fisher Cats
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Clint Black Back On The Blacktop Tour
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Prescription Drug Take Back at FirstEnergy Stadium
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Spring Blossom Baby Animal Festival
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