Berks Weekly

Berks Weekly is a locally owned digital newspaper covering Reading and Berks County, PA.

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The renovated theater now features luxury heated recliners, next-generation IMAX projection, immersive sound, and a brand-new screen, while ticket prices remain the same. The IMAX remains the only one in Berks County, with more upgrades planned throughout the theater this summer.

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Before a press conference in West Reading announcing millions in Main Street Matters investments across Pennsylvania, Governor Josh Shapiro made a brief stop at Holistic Skateshop to meet with owner JD Turner and talk about small businesses, downtown communities.

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Felipe Tahuilan, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, convicted for rape of child, corruption of minors and endangering the welfare of children, and aggravated assault in Berks County, Pennsylvania.

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A long-vacant industrial building in Reading is set for a major transformation. City officials joined leaders from Ethosource and Wyatt Seating on Wednesday to announce a $6.5 million redevelopment project at 2047 Kutztown Road.

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The City of Reading officially broke ground on a new solar energy project at the Public Works campus, with more than 4,200 solar panels planned across city facilities as part of the city’s renewable energy goals.

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@USMS_Philly Reading Division, arrested Brendan Nichols for felonious assault by firearm in relation to a Mar 27 shooting in Cleveland, Ohio. Nichols, an active member of the Pennsylvania Benjamins, an arena league football team, was arrested at hotel in Cumru Twp, Berks County.

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As warmer weather brings more people outdoors, the Exeter Township Police Department is reminding both drivers and pedestrians to stay alert and understand their responsibilities on the road following a recent two-week pedestrian enforcement initiative.

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Berks County raised the official America250PA Berks flag Thursday at the County Services Center. The ceremony included kids of county staff taking part in Take Your Child to Work Day.

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@USMS_Philly (Reading Division) has arrested Berks Co. fugitive Kadrise Patience in West Palm Beach, FL. He was wanted for failure to appear on murder charges after being released in 2024. The homicide occurred June 17, 2021, in Reading. He currently awaits extradition to PA.

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Exeter High School in Berks County hosted its first PSP High School Citizens Police Academy. Students learned about evidence collection, crash and criminal investigations, forensics, traffic enforcement, and career opportunities offered by the State Police.

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Despite the cold and a last-minute venue change, Patty Pagoda made her annual Groundhog Day prediction Monday. Reading’s famous forecaster would spot her shadow — and she did, predicting six more weeks of winter. https://t.co/oyfK6lF9pC

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A snow squall warning is in effect until 4:15 AM EST for I-78, I-476, US-22, US-222 near Allentown, PA--NJ and I-78, US-422, US-222 near Reading, PA and US-222 near Kutztown, PA and US-422 near Lebanon, PA.

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BERKS COUNTY: Missing Endangered Person Advisory. Wyomissing PD is searching for Melodee Deronette. Call 911 if seen.

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On March 5th, at 2pm, Deputy Marshals from the Eastern PA, Reading and Allentown office, along with NY/NJ RFTF investigators, arrested Jose Pizzaro in the 700 block of Dekalb Ave in Brooklyn NY. Pizarro was wanted for the Oct. 2022 murder of an ex-NFL player in Berks county PA.

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PSP Reading along with multiple other law enforcement are looking for 9 juveniles who escaped from Abraxas Academy tonight around 8:00 PM.

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Updated photos of Cavalcante, reference the below post ⬇️ Dial 911 if seen or call the tip line at 717-562-2987

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It was another hot one today with 1 record set and 3 records tied. Some more records may be in jeopardy for tomorrow and possibly Thursday! Stay safe out there and stay hydrated! ☀️🌡️ #NJwx #PAwx #DEwx

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⚠️ Accident on Pottsville Pike (Route 61) in Ontelaunee Township near Cross Keys Road, reported to be a motorcycle versus a car. The Coroner has been requested to the scene. Fire Police dispatched to closed both directions of Route 61 between Cross Keys Road and Snyder Road.

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⚠️ Accident on 422 West ramp in Wyomissing to North Wyomissing Blvd, reported to be two vehicles, one rolled over with entrapment. Use caution traveling through the area.

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🚧 Tree down on 422 West in Exeter Township Just prior to Daniel Boone Road, reported to be block one lane.