Good morning, Reading.

County officials are holding a meeting until 7:30 p.m. today to gather community input on the redesign and renovation of Stonecliffe skate park—closed two years ago due to safety issues from wear and tear.

Cyclists will ride along the Schuylkill River Trail on Saturday, starting at 9 a.m. at Pottstown Riverfront Park, where they can choose from a 37-mile, 15-mile, or 4-mile Family Fun Ride and enjoy a park party with local vendors.

More than 40 people gathered Friday at Penn State Berks to mark the 25th anniversary of Sept.

11 by honoring victims and first responders. Rose Glaser and state rep Jacklyn Rusnock stressed unity — urging all to remember the past and work together.

Community leaders and local church officials gathered Saturday at DoubleTree by Hilton in Reading to raise funds for Hope Rescue Mission through its annual gala while Recovery Coaching Services, Inc. received the David H.

Roland Award for supporting individuals affected by substance abuse.

William Shatner will host the Live On-stage with Star Trek Two: The Wrath of Khan event in Reading in January.

The event is set to bring star power and on-stage entertainment to local audiences.

Albright College professor David Kopec says government oversight of AI makes sense if done without slowing innovation in Reading.

He warned that strict regulation might favor dominant companies and risk giving a competitive edge to foreign firms (China), leaving no clear plan yet.

The Reading Zoning Hearing Board approved plans for new stonework and wrought-iron fencing at the historic Aldine mansion, 200 N.

Fourth St., on Wednesday—granting zoning relief to property owner Gary Wegman; a separate case has been delayed until October.

The Cumru Twp. Planning Commission met Monday night to review plans for a new housing development with 530 homes off Route 10 north of Flying Hills.

About 660 American flags will be planted on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church cemetery in Cumru Township to honor veterans and raise suicide prevention awareness, organizers said.

Bowhunters in parts of Berks County can begin early archery season this Saturday in Wildlife Management Unit 5C — though the state season opens Oct.

3. Thick foliage may make spotting deer hard, but Sunday hunts now expand early opportunities for local enthusiasts.