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High Wind Watch
19 hours ago: A High Wind Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from Wednesday evening at 7:00 PM through Thursday morning at 7:00 AM. A High Wind Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from Wednesday evening at 7:00 PM through Thursday morning at 7:00 AM.
Wind Advisory
Thursday: A Wind Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from 10 AM to 8 PM Friday. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 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. Secure outdoor objects. A Wind Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from 10 AM to 8 PM Friday. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 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. Secure outdoor objects.

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Conrad Weiser Theatre Company presents their first Readers Theatre production: Class Action, by Brad C. Slaight
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