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3 hours ago: A Flood Watch has been issued for Berks County by the National Weather Service from noon Thursday through this evening. Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
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Mitsubishi Chemical to invest $20.3 million in Reading expansion, create 42 new jobs
A $20.3 million expansion by Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials in Reading will create 42 new jobs and retain 441 existing full-time positions, according to an announcement Wednesday from Gov. Josh Shapiro.The expansion will take place at the company’s facility at 2120 Fairmount Ave. in Reading.
Two men taken into ICE custody following traffic stop on I-78 in Berks County
Two men were taken into federal custody after Pennsylvania State Police discovered active immigration removal warrants during a traffic stop on Interstate 78 in Berks County over the Independence Day weekend.According to a Pennsylvania State Police public information release, troopers from the Hambu
Reading man jailed after arrest in child sexual abuse investigation
A 31-year-old Reading man is facing multiple felony charges after Berks County detectives arrested him in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 7-year-old child.The Berks County District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that Matthew D. Anoka, of Reading, was charged with rape of a child
Berks Pride Fest to celebrate 20th anniversary with expanded entertainment lineup
Berks Pride Fest will mark its 20th anniversary on Sunday, July 19, with a daylong celebration at Jim Dietrich Park in Muhlenberg Township.Hosted by Reading Pride Celebration, the festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and commemorate two decades of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility and community in
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Toni Reece brings Berks County’s stories to the airwaves
From behind the microphone and through the airwaves, Toni Reece has rapidly become a popular radio host and story teller featuring the people of Berks County through her new show Real Life with Toni Reece, a different kind of talk radio on WEEU. To say that Toni is simply a people person is an under
Michael Toledo: From Reading roots to community leadership
Those who have the pleasure of meeting Michael Toledo will quickly pick up on his reference to “family” in his messages to the community he has been serving for the past 16 years as President and CEO of Centro Hispano in Reading. The concept of family is deeply rooted in his early beginnings as a ch
Bernie Nowartarski: From the NFL dream to coaching the next generation
From his earliest days playing football for Penn Alsace as a young boy, to the NFL, to serving as a coach for many aspiring young players, Bernie Nowartarski remains dedicated to the craft, and to the determination which has helped to sustain him through life’s challenges. Born in St. Joseph’s Hospi
Wayne Shifflett marks 50 years of keeping magic alive in Reading
Reading native, Wayne Shifflett grew up in East Reading, attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and Central Catholic High School, graduating in 1969. He attended The Industrial Management Institute at RACC for architectural drafting while working at Pantry Pride grocery store. Following graduation, he
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Posted on: July 3, 2026
Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 Stops in Reading, Pennsylvania
Berks Weekly
Posted on: July 2, 2026
Reading officials demonstrate fireworks dangers ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
Berks Weekly
Posted on: June 30, 2026
Berks officials announce DUI, boating safety crackdown ahead of July 4
Berks Weekly
Posted on: June 28, 2026
Gold Medalist Kylah Schlott Welcomed Home
Berks Weekly
172nd Berks County Fair
1216 Hilltop Rd Leesport
Jul 8 - Jul 11
Pennsylvania Benjamins vs. Cincinnati Slingers - IAL Football
700 Penn St Reading
From 12:30 AM to 04:00 AM
The Princess Concert
136 N 6th St Reading
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Reading Fightin Phils vs. Altoona Curve
1950 Centre Ave Reading
From 01:00 AM to 03:00 AM