Berks Weekly

09/26/2025

🎶 From her first performance at age four to leading Berks Opera Co. today, Tammy Black has dedicated her life to music. As an educator at Albright College and artistic director of Berks Opera, she’s inspiring students, building community, and bringing opera to audiences across Berks and beyond.

Read her full story here 👉 https://berksweekly.com/stories/arts-culture/tammy-black-educator-vocal-performer-and-berks-opera-co-artistic-director-sharing-her-passion-across-berks/

09/26/2025

🐾 After nearly eight years and more than 275 fire investigations, Reading Fire Department’s K9 Gracie has officially retired.

From helping solve arson cases to boosting morale at City Hall, Gracie was honored today with a celebration at City Hall featuring city leaders, firefighters, and plenty of treats — including her favorite bananas. 🍌

Managing Director Jack Gombach, Fire Chief Stoudt, and others praised the program’s success and the dedication of Gracie’s handler, Lt. Trent Zulick.

Read the full story about Gracie’s career and retirement here 👉 https://berksweekly.com/news/reading-fire-department-honors-k9-gracie-at-retirement-ceremony/

09/26/2025

Reading Fire Department celebrates retirement of Fire K9 Gracie

09/26/2025

The Reading Police Department have reported that 10-year-old Jolyon Serrano has been located and returned home safely.

09/25/2025

As football season kicks off and fall weather sets in, police officers across Berks County are increasing enforcement efforts aimed at keeping roads safe.

As football season kicks off and fall weather sets in, police officers across Berks County are increasing enforcement efforts aimed at keeping roads safe. According to the North Central Regional DUI Enforcement Program, officers will be focusing on two priorities in the weeks ahead: child passenger....

09/25/2025

It is believed the victim was involved in a shootout with unknown individuals when he was shot. At this time, no additional suspect information is available. Authorities do not believe there is a threat to the public.

A 35-year-old man was hospitalized Thursday morning following a shooting on Mineral Spring Road, according to the Reading Police Department. Police said officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of Mineral Spring Road around 8:30 a.m. on September 25, 2025, for reports of gunfire. When they arrived...

09/25/2025

⚠️⛈️ There have been no significant changes to the forecast for this evening into tonight. A broken line of showers and embedded thunderstorms will push into our area through the evening, then weaken later in the night toward the coast. There remains a marginal risk of isolated severe thunderstorms and localized flash flooding, especially within the highlighted area.

09/25/2025

The coaching role at Reading High School will be part-time, complementing his leadership at Olivet.

The Olivet Boys & Girls Club has announced that CEO Rick Perez has been named the next Head Coach of Reading High School Basketball. While Perez will take on this new role, his first and primary responsibility remains leading Olivet Boys & Girls Club in its mission to serve the youth of Greater Read...

09/25/2025

Reading police and EMS responded Thursday morning to a reported shooting in the 1600 block of Mineral Spring Road around 8:30 AM. Initial reports indicated a person had been shot twice, in the arm and chest. The victim was transported by ambulance to a hospital; their condition is not yet known.

Police closed the road with crime scene tape during the investigation and later towed a vehicle from the scene.

Update: Mineral Spring Road has reopened. As of 10:30 a.m., Reading police said the case remains an active investigation and no additional information is being released at this time. Further updates will be provided when available.

09/25/2025

⚠️The forecast for today remains on track. Several rounds of showers and a few t-storms will continue to impact the region through tonight. Some isolated severe t-storms and flash flooding are possible this evening. A brief tornado cannot be ruled out.

09/24/2025

Earlier today, local officials and community members gathered for the ribbon cutting of Sunset Mexican Ice Cream Shop at 733 Lancaster Avenue in Reading. Guests celebrated the grand opening with complimentary tastings, music, and a look inside the newly renovated space.

Alan Shuman, president of Shuman Development Group, said the opening marks another step forward in revitalizing the Lancaster Avenue corridor.

Read more in Reading Magazine: https://cityofreading.com/news/business/sunset-mexican-ice-cream-shop-opens-second-location-in-southwest-reading/

09/24/2025

Tec Centro, a career center in Reading, has started offering English classes for truckers, following a Trump administration crackdown on language proficiency.