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Wind Advisory

6 hours ago: Wind Advisory in effect for Berks County from 10pm Wednesday to 4am Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 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.

Red Flag Warning

Thursday: The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Saturday, November 18, from 7 AM to 6 PM EST. This warning is in effect due to gusty winds and low relative humidity, which significantly increase the risk of fires spreading rapidly. The affected areas include the Southern Poconos, Lehigh Valley, and all of Southeast Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Saturday, November 18, from 7 AM to 6 PM EST. This warning is in effect due to gusty winds and low relative humidity, which significantly increase the risk of fires spreading rapidly. The affected areas include the Southern Poconos, Lehigh Valley, and all of Southeast Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia.

Police seek public’s help in Laureldale robbery investigation

Police in Laureldale Borough are investigating a robbery that occurred at the Hershey Harvest Store on Monday, November 18, 2024. The incident took place at approximately 6:18 p.m. at the store, located at 3337 Kutztown Road, near the intersection of Kutztown Road and Elizabeth Avenue.According to a

Ag Secretary Redding visits Zahncroft Dairy to showcase dairy apprenticeship success

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker joined the state-supported Center for Dairy Excellence Wednesday at Zahncroft Dairy in Womelsdorf to showcase Dairy Herd Manager Apprentices and how important their work is to the future of Pennsylvania’s dairy indu

Kutztown Folk Festival will not return in 2025 due to economic constraints

After much consideration and careful evaluation, the Board of Directors for the Kutztown Folk Festival has announced that its nine-day summer event will not be held in 2025. This decision comes as a result of mounting financial challenges that have made the event unsustainable.“This was a difficult

Free Winter Arts Camp brings stories, crafts, and fun to Reading youth

Through crafts, tradition, and cheer, children in Reading will be creating a holiday break to remember next week. The second annual Winter Arts Camp will take place at the WCR Center for the Arts, 140 N. 5th St., on Monday, November 25th, and Tuesday, November 26th, 10AM-1PM. The two-day arts camp i

Lynne Angstadt: Building futures beyond the classroom

For nearly two decades, Lynne Angstadt has been a vital force at Conrad Weiser High School, where her passion for both business and education has left a lasting mark on countless students. Originally an accountant, Angstadt’s journey took a transformative turn when she discovered her love for teachi

WCO Shane Casey: Protecting Pennsylvania’s waterways with passion

Pennsylvania’s waterways are more than just picturesque escapes for anglers, boaters, and nature enthusiasts—they’re thriving ecosystems that require careful protection and management. Behind the scenes, Waterways Conservation Officers (WCOs) play a crucial role in conserving these aquatic resources

David Anspach: Building community, one project at a time

David Anspach is a man on a mission. As the Capital Project Manager for the City of Reading, his passion for transforming and rehabilitating the city’s infrastructure is evident in every word he speaks and every project he takes on. Anspach’s journey to this crucial role has been one of dedication,

Tom Voelker: Leading with vision, community, and heart at Daniel Boone Area School District

In the Daniel Boone Area School District, where the communities of Birdsboro, Amity Township, and Union Township intersect, one individual is working tirelessly to inspire students, engage families, and foster a sense of unity within the district. That person is Tom Voelker, superintendent of the Da

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