Berks Weekly

01/07/2026

The South Heidelberg Police Department reported the results of several High-Visibility Traffic Enforcement initiatives conducted between December 19, 2025, and January 4, 2026, as part of an ongoing effort to improve roadway safety and deter dangerous driving behaviors across its jurisdictions.

The South Heidelberg Police Department reported the results of several High-Visibility Traffic Enforcement initiatives conducted between December 19, 2025, and January 4, 2026, as part of an ongoing effort to improve roadway safety and deter dangerous driving behaviors across its jurisdictions. Acco...

01/07/2026

Building demolition at 143 Poplar Street in Reading

01/07/2026

The Reading Fire Department responded to the report of a partial building collapse just after 1:00 AM early Wednesday morning in the 100 block of Poplar Street, directly across from the Poplar and Walnut Street Parking Garage.

Initially dispatched as police on-scene with a partial building collapse, crews arrived to find a two and a half story end of the row building with debris and bricks in the street. The building itself was previously boarded up and appears abandoned. Firefighters evacuated the attached building with 3 people displaced.

01/07/2026

The Reading Fire Department responded to the report of a partial building collapse just after 1:00 AM early Wednesday morning in the 100 block of Poplar Street, directly across from the Poplar and Walnut Street Parking Garage.

Initially dispatched as police on-scene with a partial building collapse, crews arrived to find a two and a half story end of the row building with debris and bricks in the street. The building itself was previously boarded up and appears abandoned. Firefighters evacuated the attached building with 3 people displaced.

01/07/2026

☁️ A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County until 8:00 AM Wednesday morning. Visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.

01/06/2026

The human remains discovered late last month in the Flying Hills community of Cumru Township have been identified as Travelle Martin, according to a press release issued Tuesday by the Berks County Coroner’s Office.

The human remains discovered late last month in the Flying Hills community of Cumru Township have been identified as Travelle Martin, according to a press release issued Tuesday by the Berks County Coroner’s Office. The remains were located on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in an area off Lakewood Drive w...

01/06/2026

Berks County recorded 15 homicides in 2025, with 12 of those occurring in the City of Reading, according to a summary released Tuesday by District Attorney John T. Adams.

Berks County recorded 15 homicides in 2025, with 12 of those occurring in the City of Reading, according to a summary released Tuesday by District Attorney John T. Adams. Of the 15 homicides, two remain unsolved as of Jan. 6, 2026. Those cases involve the April 5, 2025, shooting death of Christopher...

01/06/2026

In the heart of southeastern Pennsylvania, a financial advisory firm has quietly been shaping the lives of families for a quarter-century. WellSpring Financial, with roots tracing back to January 2001, is marking its 25th anniversary this month, reflecting on a journey of growth, community ties, and unwavering commitment to holistic financial guidance.

WellSpring Financial celebrates 25 years of serving Berks County families, marking a milestone in personalized financial planning and community commitment.

01/05/2026

The Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority will implement a series of route and schedule changes beginning Monday, January 5, 2026, affecting multiple bus lines across Berks County.

The Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority will implement a series of route and schedule changes beginning Monday, January 5, 2026, affecting multiple bus lines across Berks County. The changes were approved by the South Central Transit Authority (SCTA) and are intended to improve on-time perf...

01/05/2026

Berks Sinfonietta will open its 2026 concert season with Soloists A Round, a program celebrating three homegrown musicians, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 4 p.m. The performance will take place at Atonement Lutheran Church.

Details: https://berksweekly.com/features/berks-sinfonietta-opens-2026-season-with-soloists-a-round-on-january-10/

Tickets: https://berkssinfonietta.org/concert/soloists-a-round/