October 22, 2024 - 8 hours ago
Accident on 222 north in Spring Township just before the Tulpehocken Overpass, reported to be a jack knife tractor trailer blocking both lanes.
October 22, 2024 - 9 hours ago
Amity Township has declared a Burn Ban until further notice. The township says it will re-evaluate after a measurable rainfall.
October 19, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 222 south in Richmond Township just prior to Krause Road, reported with injuries, one person unconscious. Accident on 222 south in Richmond Township just prior to Krause Road, reported with injuries, one person unconscious.
October 19, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 422 West in the City of Reading at the top off the Lancaster Ave on-ramp, reported to be 3 vehicles with injuries, blocking the ramp. Use caution when traveling through the area. Accident on 422 West in the City of Reading at the top off the Lancaster Ave on-ramp, reported to be 3 vehicles with injuries, blocking the ramp. Use caution when traveling through the area.
October 18, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 422 East in West Reading at the Penn Ave ramp, reported to be with injuries. The left lane of traffic is blocked, causing heavy traffic to back up to the 222/422 interchange. Accident on 422 East in West Reading at the Penn Ave ramp, reported to be with injuries. The left lane of traffic is blocked, causing heavy traffic to back up to the 222/422 interchange.
October 18, 2024 - Thursday
Due to lack of precipitation over the last few months RAWA is issuing a Mandatory Conservation Notice for the City of Reading and the surrounding service areas. A Mandatory 10 to 15% water use restriction is requested at this time. Due to lack of precipitation over the last few months RAWA is issuing a Mandatory Conservation Notice for the City of Reading and the surrounding service areas. A Mandatory 10 to 15% water use restriction is requested at this time.
October 18, 2024 - Thursday
There is an increased risk of fire spread through this afternoon. Relative humidity values are expected to fall to around 20% to 25% across much of the area. This will be combined with north to northeast winds near 10 to 15 mph, with sporadic gusts of 18 to 20 mph possible at times, temperatures in the mid 60s to near 70 degrees, and abundant sunshine. These conditions will support the spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.
October 17, 2024 - Thursday
Lisa Snyder was sentenced today to 2 consecutive sentences of Life in Prison without Parole, followed by 8½ -17 years in prison on the remaining charges. Snyder was convicted last month of two counts of 1st Degree Murder for the deaths of her two children, Conner and Brinley, in September 2019. The investigation was led by PA State Police Troopers Ian Keck and Daniel Womer. The case was tried by ADAs Meg McCallum and Ken Brown. Lisa Snyder was sentenced today to 2 consecutive sentences of Life in Prison without Parole, followed by 8½ -17 years in prison on the remaining charges. Snyder was convicted last month of two counts of 1st Degree Murder for the deaths of her two children, Conner and Brinley, in September 2019. The investigation was led by PA State Police Troopers Ian Keck and Daniel Womer. The case was tried by ADAs Meg McCallum and Ken Brown.
October 17, 2024 - Thursday
Accident at the intersection of Lakeview Drive and Wayne Ave in Wyomissing, reported to be 2 vehicles, 1 on its side, with entrapment. Accident at the intersection of Lakeview Drive and Wayne Ave in Wyomissing, reported to be 2 vehicles, 1 on its side, with entrapment.
October 17, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 422 West in West Reading just past the Penn Ave overpass, reported to be 2 vehicles.
October 17, 2024 - Thursday
Temperatures this morning dropped below freezing across most locations in northeastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey. As a result, the growing season has now ended for the following counties. The National Weather Service has issued the following statement: Temperatures this morning dropped below freezing across most locations in northeastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey. As a result, the growing season has now ended for the following counties: Pennsylvania: Carbon, Monroe, Northampton, Lehigh, Berks, Upper Bucks and Western Montgomery. New Jersey: Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon and Somerset.
October 16, 2024 - Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning Thursday from 2:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 expected. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
October 15, 2024 - Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 possible from late Wednesday night through Thursday morning. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
October 15, 2024 - Thursday
A Frost Advisory has been issued for Berks County from 2:00 AM to 9:00 AM Wednesday. Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
October 15, 2024 - Thursday
Firefighters have responded to a power substation located at 236 South Hull Street in Sinking Spring for report of heavy smoke and fire from the facility. A post outage has been reported in the area.
October 15, 2024 - 7 days ago
The National Weather Service has released the highest Wind Gust report for Berks County from October 14, 2024.
October 14, 2024 - 8 days ago
A Frost Advisory is in effect from 2:00 AM to 9:00 AM Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Temperatures ranging from 33 to 37 degrees will result in areas of frost formation in suburban and rural areas. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
October 10, 2024 - 12 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Berks County beginning at midnight tonight through 9:00 AM Friday. Temperatures ranging from 34 to 37 degrees will result in areas of frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Berks County beginning at midnight tonight through 9:00 AM Friday. Temperatures ranging from 34 to 37 degrees will result in areas of frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
October 8, 2024 - 14 days ago
At the request of the Reading Police Department, the Reading School District will dismiss early on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, due to anticipated road closures in the area in preparation for former President Trump’s visit to the Santander Arena. At the request of the Reading Police Department, the Reading School District will dismiss early on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, due to anticipated road closures in the area in preparation for former President Trump’s visit to the Santander Arena.
October 8, 2024 - 14 days ago
The all-new ranges at State Game Lands 43 in Berks and Chester Counties are now open to the public after construction and renovations. The improvements include a renovated rifle range, and all-new pistol and shotgun patterning ranges. These improvements will greatly benefit both recreational shooters and hunters looking to practice and get ready for upcoming seasons.
October 7, 2024 - 15 days ago
Accident on Penn Ave in Lower Heidelberg Township near Spring Valley Road (near the Sheetz), reported to be head-on with entrapment. Accident on Penn Ave in Lower Heidelberg Township near Spring Valley Road (near the Sheetz), reported to be head-on with entrapment.
October 6, 2024 - 16 days ago
Firefighters in Ruscombmanor Township have responded to a structure fire in the 400 block of Oley Road, reported to be with entrapment. Firefighters in Ruscombmanor Township have responded to a structure fire in the 400 block of Oley Road, reported to be with entrapment.
October 6, 2024 - 16 days ago
President Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States of America, will deliver remarks at a rally in Reading, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 7:00PM EDT. President Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States of America, will deliver remarks at a rally in Reading, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 7:00PM EDT.