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Human remains discovered in Flying Hills community of Cumru Township

Human remains were discovered Sunday evening in the Flying Hills community of Cumru Township, prompting an ongoing investigation involving local, county, and federal authorities. According...
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Bridge repair, brush cutting: PennDOT upcoming roadwork December 29, 2025

Road work is scheduled across several state roads in Berks County this week and into early January, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation....
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City of Reading and Opportunity House announce collaborative “Code Blue” Winter Shelter Plan

As winter temperatures drop, the City of Reading, in close collaboration with Opportunity House and multiple community partners, is prepared to activate its annual...
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Winter Storm Watch issued for Berks; 4 to 6 inches of snow possible Friday into Saturday

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Berks County, warning that hazardous winter weather could impact the area from Friday...
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City of Reading announces holiday closures and service schedule changes

The City of Reading has announced holiday-related closures and service schedule changes affecting City Hall operations, waste collection, and street sweeping during the Christmas...
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YMCA of Reading & Berks County awarded Y-USA grant to expand pickleball and renovate racquet sports wing at Sinking Spring YMCA

The YMCA of Reading & Berks County has been awarded a capital grant from YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) to support the expansion and...
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Public Input Hearing on proposed Pennsylvania American water rate increases set for January 20 in Berks County

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has scheduled a public input hearing in Berks County as part of its review of proposed rate increases by...
Politics

Andy Wagner, teacher, community leader, and advocate, announces candidacy for Pennsylvania State House in the 128th District

Andy Wagner, a teacher, community leader, and advocate, has officially announced his candidacy for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in the 128th Legislative District. Wagner...
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How a Berks County family attacked by a rabid cat fell through gaps in Pa.’s animal control system

This story was produced by the Berks County bureau of Spotlight PA, an independent, nonpartisan newsroom. Sign up for Good Day, Berks, a daily...
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New Year’s Eve Fireworks to return to Reading for 29th year

The City of Reading, in collaboration with Berks Festival Inc., is excited to host the 29th Annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks Celebration. The fireworks...
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