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Reading: Accident on Route 12

14 hours ago: Accident on Route 12 Westbound on the ramp to River Road, reported to be 2 vehicles. Accident on Route 12 Westbound on the ramp to River Road, reported to be 2 vehicles.

Reading: Shooting

10 days ago: Reading Police and EMS responded to a report of a shooting Saturday night in the 500 block of Schuylkill Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 10:52 p.m. following multiple 911 calls reporting a male shot in the hip. One person was transported to the hospital, condition unknown. This post will be updated when additional information becomes available from authorities. Reading Police and EMS responded to a report of a shooting Saturday night in the 500 block of Schuylkill Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 10:52 p.m. following multiple 911 calls reporting a male shot in the hip. One person was transported to the hospital, condition unknown. This post will be updated when additional information becomes available from authorities.

Missing Reading woman and toddler found dead in Ontelaunee Township; deaths ruled homicides

The Berks County District Attorney’s Office has confirmed that a Reading woman and her one-year-old son, who had been reported missing earlier this month, were found dead in Ontelaunee Township. Both deaths have been ruled homicides following autopsies conducted this week.Authorities said the invest

Major hotel in Berks County faces government seizure as owners vow to do more

This article originally appeared in Good Day, Berks — Spotlight PA’s free daily newsletter for Berks County and your daily dose of Berks County essentials. Sign up here.WYOMISSING — Berks County officials will meet today to consider formally designating the former Crowne Plaza hotel as blighted afte

Zucchini observed in walk-in cooler slimy to the touch: Restaurant Inspections, September 23, 2025

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

IM ABLE Foundation celebrates a successful 2nd Annual IM ABLE Games

The IM ABLE Foundation proudly hosted its 2nd Annual IM ABLE Games: Races and Reps on the Runway on Saturday, September 20, at the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum in Reading, PA. With 184 participants and over 40 dedicated staff and volunteers, this one-of-a- kind event once again proved to be a powerful ce

Lauren Conrad: turning love and loss into a legacy of light

Plans for a beautiful October wedding for Lauren Ludwig and Kyle Conrad, were scheduled to take place on October 29th, 2011. Not only would the day mark the beginning of their life together, but would serve as the highlight of their story and their lifelong friendship. “Kyle and I grew up together a

Garrett Hyneman: Paving the way for youth engagement with the environment

Garrett Hyneman is a 2025 Governor Mifflin graduate who is heading to Lehigh University this fall. “I will major in mechanical engineering, environment and sustainability, with an emphasis on green energy. I will be running division one cross-country as well. I received a half tuition trustees schol

Ramón Márquez: From Reading youth to Wilson School District leader making the most of every opportunity

More than just the writer of this story, I’ve had the opportunity to watch this young man throughout his life and witness his enthusiasm, positive attitude, and work ethic. Today, Ramón Márquez is the ninth-grade building principal for the Wilson School District, raising three children with his wife

Steven Newsham: Serving Berks County riders with dedication on and off the bus

For more than a decade, Steven Newsham has been a familiar face to riders of the Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA). As both a part-time bus operator and the president of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1345 (ATU), which represents his fellow operators, Newsham has built his se

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