October 27, 2026 - Thursday
Accident on Pricetown Road in Alsace Township at Elizabeth Ave, reported to be 4-5 vehicles with injuries and possible entrapment. Fire Police dispatched to close Pricetown Road. Accident on Pricetown Road in Alsace Township at Elizabeth Ave, reported to be 4-5 vehicles with injuries and possible entrapment. Fire Police dispatched to close Pricetown Road.
October 24, 2026 - Thursday
Berks County District Attorney John Adams is scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday, October 26, at 11:30 a.m. to discuss recent arrests in connection with the homicides of Michael Petrino Jr. and Leonardo Mercado-Gomez. Berks County District Attorney John Adams is scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday, October 26, at 11:30 a.m. to discuss recent arrests in connection with the homicides of Michael Petrino Jr. and Leonardo Mercado-Gomez.
October 23, 2026 - Thursday
Please be advised that a brief reopening ceremony will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 10 to 10:10 a.m. at the Route 724 Bridge over Allegheny Creek. Please be advised that a brief reopening ceremony will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 10 to 10:10 a.m. at the Route 724 Bridge over Allegheny Creek.
October 23, 2026 - Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for Berks County from midnight tonight to 9 AM Saturday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for Berks County from midnight tonight to 9 AM Saturday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected.
October 23, 2026 - 8 days ago
On 10/21/2026 at 1630 hours the South Heidelberg Police Department attempted to stop a silver Dodge Challenger bearing an unknown Pennsylvania registration. The vehicle was traveling north bound on Bernville Road and illegally passed vehicles in the 200 block of Bernville Road, Heidelberg Township.
October 22, 2026 - 8 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch for Berks County from late Friday night through Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch for Berks County from late Friday night through Saturday morning.
October 22, 2026 - 8 days ago
Emergency crews have responded to a reported building collapse in Sinking Spring Borough after a dump truck struck a house in the 200 block of Weidman Avenue. Emergency crews have responded to a reported building collapse in Sinking Spring Borough after a dump truck struck a house in the 200 block of Weidman Avenue.
October 20, 2026 - 10 days ago
Accident on 422 West just after East Neversink Road, reported to be a vehicle rear ended and one on its side. Use caution while traveling through the area. ⚠️ Accident on 422 West just after East Neversink Road, reported to be a vehicle rear ended and one on its side. Use caution while traveling through the area.
October 19, 2026 - 11 days ago
Reading Police and EMS have responded to the report of a shooting Monday afternoon in the 00 block of South 11th Street, initially described as a person shot in the leg. Victim was transported to the hospital, condition unknown. This post will be updated as additional information becomes available from authorities. Reading Police and EMS have responded to the report of a shooting Monday afternoon in the 00 block of South 11th Street, initially described as a person shot in the leg. Victim was transported to the hospital, condition unknown. This post will be updated as additional information becomes available from authorities.
October 18, 2026 - 12 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory from 1 AM to 9 AM Monday. Temperatures as low as 35 degrees will result in areas of frost formation. The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory from 1 AM to 9 AM Monday. Temperatures as low as 35 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 17, 2026 - 13 days ago
The docks at the Dry Brooks and State Hill Boat Launches have been removed for the winter season. Boat launches remain open for winter boating activities. The docks at the Dry Brooks and State Hill Boat Launches have been removed for the winter season. Boat launches remain open for winter boating activities.
October 17, 2026 - 13 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning from 1 AM to 9 AM Sunday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 32 expected. The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning from 1 AM to 9 AM Sunday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 32 expected.
October 16, 2026 - 14 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Berks County until 5:45 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Berks County until 5:45 PM.
October 16, 2026 - 14 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Berks County until 8 PM Friday evening. A couple of tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to half inch size possible. Widespread gusts up to 80 MPH likely. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Berks County until 8 PM Friday evening. A couple of tornadoes possible. Isolated hail up to half inch size possible. Widespread gusts up to 80 MPH likely.
October 16, 2026 - 14 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch for Berks County from late Saturday night through Sunday morning.
October 16, 2026 - 15 days ago
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a theft in Hereford Township after a Facebook Marketplace transaction resulted in a reported loss of more than $8,500. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a theft in Hereford Township after a Facebook Marketplace transaction resulted in a reported loss of more than $8,500.
October 15, 2026 - 15 days ago
Police and EMS were dispatched to the 600 block of Avenue B, the Glenside section of Reading, Thursday around 4 PM, for the report of a shooting, initially described as a male shot in the chest. According to emergency dispatch reports, one person was transported to the hospital for treatment. This post will be updated as additional information becomes available from authorities. UPDATE: Reading Police say the victim has died. Police say the incident was isolated and there is no threat to the public. The investigation remains ongoing.
October 15, 2026 - 15 days ago
A potent cold front arrives later Friday. Some severe thunderstorms with damaging winds are possible later in the afternoon and evening. The main wind risk with thunderstorms may be in the form of a narrow squall line. It turns much colder Friday night. A potent cold front arrives later Friday. Some severe thunderstorms with damaging winds are possible later in the afternoon and evening. The main wind risk with thunderstorms may be in the form of a narrow squall line. It turns much colder Friday night.
October 14, 2026 - 16 days ago
Tulpehocken Road from Paper Mill Road to the Red Bridge Recreation Area parking lot is scheduled to be closed for paving on weekdays from October 15th - October 23rd, weather permitting. Tulpehocken Road from Paper Mill Road to the Red Bridge Recreation Area parking lot is scheduled to be closed for paving on weekdays from October 15th - October 23rd, weather permitting.
October 14, 2026 - 16 days ago
This year this event consists of a Half Marathon, a 5K race and a 1 mile Fun Walk/Run. TRAFFIC & PARKING RESTRICTION ALERT – This Sunday, October 18, 2026, The Friends of Reading Hospital’s annual road run will take place. This year this event consists of a Half Marathon, a 5K race and a 1 mile Fun Walk/Run. The races will be occurring within West Reading and Wyomissing Boroughs and the City of Reading, which will cause roads to be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic or to have an Officer directing traffic. Road closures will begin between at 7:30 AM and should end by noon.
October 2, 2026 - 29 days ago
The Berks County South Campus will be closed to staff and the public on Monday, October 5, while Met-Ed completes a scheduled electrical utility project. The Berks County South Campus will be closed to staff and the public on Monday, October 5, while Met-Ed completes a scheduled electrical utility project.
October 1, 2026 - 29 days ago
Reading Police are offering a limited supply of free steering wheel locks to community members on a first-come, first-served basis. Reading Police are offering a limited supply of free steering wheel locks to community members on a first-come, first-served basis.
October 1, 2026 - 30 days ago
A 45-year-old man was found dead inside a Mount Penn Borough home Wednesday following an hours-long response involving police, firefighters and the Berks County Emergency Response Team. A 45-year-old man was found dead inside a Mount Penn Borough home Wednesday following an hours-long response involving police, firefighters and the Berks County Emergency Response Team.
September 30, 2026 - 30 days ago
Kutztown police seek public’s help identifying two people in ongoing investigation The Kutztown Borough Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the two individuals pictured below in connection with an ongoing investigation. If you have any information regarding the identity of either individual or any information that may assist with this investigation, please contact Cpl. Lawson or Ofc. Mann. We appreciate your assistance and thank you for helping our department with this investigation.