February 11, 2025 - 4 hours ago
Reading firefighters responded to the report of a building collapse Tuesday morning around 10am in the 100 block of South 6th Street. Arriving on-scene, firefighters found a portion of a side wall collapsed with debris on the ground. Residents of the building were evacuated with no injuries initially reported. The cause is under investigation.
February 10, 2025 - 23 hours ago
RAWA crews are repairing a main break in the area of 100 Clubhouse Dr. Water will be shut off to fix the break. A boil water notice is in effect - a notification will be sent out by RAWA once the boil water notice is lifted. Avoid the area of 100 Clubhouse Drive while repairs are being made for the safety of our crew.
February 7, 2025 - Thursday
Jason Nival was convicted by a jury today of 3rd Degree Murder and Conspiracy for the murder of Eric Ferrer in Reading. On January 18, 2023, Nival and his two brothers fired 10 shots into the vehicle the victim was driving. Nival remains in custody pending sentencing on April 2nd. The case was investigated by City of Reading Police Sgt. John McKeever, and tried by ADAs Colin Boyer and Wayne Bridgham. Jason Nival was convicted by a jury today of 3rd Degree Murder and Conspiracy for the murder of Eric Ferrer in Reading. On January 18, 2023, Nival and his two brothers fired 10 shots into the vehicle the victim was driving. Nival remains in custody pending sentencing on April 2nd. The case was investigated by City of Reading Police Sgt. John McKeever, and tried by ADAs Colin Boyer and Wayne Bridgham.
February 7, 2025 - Thursday
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Berks County from the National Weather Service noon Saturday to 6:00 AM Sunday. Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one tenth and two tenths of an inch. Plan on slippery road conditions. Slow down and use caution while traveling. A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Berks County from the National Weather Service noon Saturday to 6:00 AM Sunday. Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one tenth and two tenths of an inch. Plan on slippery road conditions. Slow down and use caution while traveling.
February 4, 2025 - 7 days ago
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from midnight Wednesday night to noon Thursday. Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one tenth and two tenths of an inch. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute. Slow down and use caution while traveling.
February 4, 2025 - 7 days ago
The Blue Marsh Lake Trail is closed between the Spillway and Water Road for construction. A detour is avaible following the Spillway wall, along the Tulpehocken, and up the face of the Dike near Water Road.
February 3, 2025 - 8 days ago
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Blue Marsh Lake have announced that the Day Use Area is closed to park visitors until further notice. The announcement was made on the Blue Marsh Lake Facebook page Monday with no explanation as to the cause. The Dry Brooks Boat Ramp is open.
February 3, 2025 - 8 days ago
Access from the Union Canal Trail through Stonecliffe Park will be closed during construction of the City of Reading Sewer project. Access to the Columbia Avenue parking area, skatepark and lower field will be affected by closures through the project completion in 2025. Visitors can still access the Union Canal Trail from parking in the upper lot and going North. Access from the Union Canal Trail through Stonecliffe Park will be closed during construction of the City of Reading Sewer project. Access to the Columbia Avenue parking area, skatepark and lower field will be affected by closures through the project completion in 2025. Visitors can still access the Union Canal Trail from parking in the upper lot and going North.
January 31, 2025 - 11 days ago
Accident on 422 Westbound in Cumru Township just after the 176 interchange. Use caution when traveling through the area.
January 30, 2025 - 12 days ago
Heavy traffic is causing delays on 422 East and West between Lancaster Ave and North Wyomissing blvd. Heavy traffic is causing delays on 422 East and West between Lancaster Ave and North Wyomissing blvd.
January 30, 2025 - 12 days ago
City of Reading Mayor Eddie Moran delivers 2025 State of the City Address at the FirstEnergy Stadium Redner's Event Center. City of Reading Mayor Eddie Moran delivers 2025 State of the City Address at the FirstEnergy Stadium Redner's Event Center.
January 30, 2025 - 13 days ago
Reading Police and EMS have responded to the report of a stabbing Wednesday night in the 1200 block of Amity Street. Initial reports suggest a female was stabbed in the chest. Additional information was not immediately available.
January 29, 2025 - 13 days ago
The Township of Spring Police Department announced congratulations Wednesday to Lt. Ritchey Troutman and Sgt. Todd Peterson on their retirements. Lt. Troutman served 36 years and Sgt. Peterson served 31 years. The Township of Spring Police Department announced congratulations Wednesday to Lt. Ritchey Troutman and Sgt. Todd Peterson on their retirements. Lt. Troutman served 36 years and Sgt. Peterson served 31 years.
January 28, 2025 - 14 days ago
Accident on 422 west in the City of Reading just past Lancaster Ave, reported to be 2 vehicles blocking the on-ramp and left lane of the highway. Accident on 422 west in the City of Reading just past Lancaster Ave, reported to be 2 vehicles blocking the on-ramp and left lane of the highway.
January 28, 2025 - 14 days ago
A Wind Advisory has been issued for Berks County from the National Weather Services from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Wednesday. West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. A Wind Advisory has been issued for Berks County from the National Weather Services from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Wednesday. West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution
January 27, 2025 - 15 days ago
Firefighters responded to the 400 block of Springmont Drive in Spring Township Monday around 11:36 AM for the report of a trash truck into a house. Upon arrival, crews found a trash truck that went off the road, down an embankment, with the front cab into the house. No injuries were initially reported. Firefighters responded to the 400 block of Springmont Drive in Spring Township Monday around 11:36 AM for the report of a trash truck into a house. Upon arrival, crews found a trash truck that went off the road, down an embankment, with the front cab into the house. No injuries were initially reported.
January 25, 2025 - 17 days ago
Accident on Route 12 West in Muhlenberg Township between 11th Street and Spring Valley Road, reported to be a vehicle rollover. Accident on Route 12 West in Muhlenberg Township between 11th Street and Spring Valley Road, reported to be a vehicle rollover.
January 24, 2025 - 18 days ago
Fire Police have been dispatched to the intersection of Route 183 and the 222 ramp to direct traffic for a malfunctioning traffic light.
January 24, 2025 - 18 days ago
The Tilden Township Police are asking for assistance in identifying the attached subject. On 6/13/2024, at approximately 2055Hrs., the suspect in the attached photos conducted a fraudulent purchase at the Lowes in Tilden Township under a business account that he was not authorized on. The suspect used the stolen identity of the account holder to make the purchase. The Tilden Township Police are asking for assistance in identifying the attached subject. On 6/13/2024, at approximately 2055Hrs., the suspect in the attached photos conducted a fraudulent purchase at the Lowes in Tilden Township under a business account that he was not authorized on. The suspect used the stolen identity of the account holder to make the purchase.
January 24, 2025 - 18 days ago
Accident on 422 West in Exeter Township, just prior to the 176 interchange, reported to be one vehicle. Accident on 422 West in Exeter Township, just prior to the 176 interchange, reported to be one vehicle.
January 24, 2025 - 18 days ago
EMS was dispatched to the 200 block of East 5th Street in Bernville Borough shortly before noon Friday for the report of a shooting, initially described to be a police officer shot in the leg. EMS was dispatched to the 200 block of East 5th Street in Bernville Borough shortly before noon Friday for the report of a shooting, initially described to be a police officer shot in the leg.
January 24, 2025 - 18 days ago
The Spring Township Police are asking for assistance in locating a wanted subject (Alexander Franks) for offenses related to Discharging a Firearm into occupied structures, Possessing a Firearm without a license and Receiving Stolen Property related to an incident that occurred in the early morning of January 18, 2025. The Spring Township Police are asking for assistance in locating a wanted subject (Alexander Franks) for offenses related to Discharging a Firearm into occupied structures, Possessing a Firearm without a license and Receiving Stolen Property related to an incident that occurred in the early morning of January 18, 2025.
January 23, 2025 - 19 days ago
Accident on 422 East in Cumru Township about a half mile from the 176 interchange, reported to be 2 vehicles. Accident on 422 East in Cumru Township about a half mile from the 176 interchange, reported to be 2 vehicles.
January 23, 2025 - 19 days ago
Accident on 222 south in Wyomissing before Paper Mill Road, reported to be 3 vehcles blocking the left lane. Accident on 222 south in Wyomissing before Paper Mill Road, reported to be 3 vehcles blocking the left lane.