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Happy Veterans Day from the West Reading Police Department!

Today, we pause to honor and recognize all the brave men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for the sacrifices made by o...
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Road Closure Notification

The West Reading Police Department would like to inform the public of an upcoming road closure in our area.On November 12th, 13th, 16th, and...
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🚔 CHILD SAFETY SEAT CHECKS! 🚔

The West Reading Police Department encourages all parents and guardians to take advantage of this upcoming Child Safety Seat Check event!The...
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Road Closure Notification

Residents and motorists are advised that the 300 block of Franklin Street will be closed on November 5th and 6th for essential utility work....
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West Reading's Official Trick-or-Treat

🎃🚨 K-9 ZEA IS READY FOR HALLOWEEN! 🐾The costume is on, the mustache is questionable, and she’s ready for action! 😂🍬👻 Wes...
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Penn Avenue Trunk or Treat: A Sweet Success! 🎃🍬

The WRPD had a fantastic time on the Avenue this weekend, handing out candy to over 800 trick-or-treaters!  It was a great opportunity ...
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Penn Avenue Trunk or Treat

🎃 Sweet treats and friendly faces!West Reading Police will be in the 600 block of Penn Avenue this Friday night from 5-8 PM for the Penn ...
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Congratulations, Sergeant Breitenstein!

The West Reading Police Department is proud to congratulate Sergeant Brandon Breitenstein on his promotion to Sergeant! 🎉👮‍♂️Ser...
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Monthly Activity Report - September 2026

Please click the link below to view our Monthly Activity Log PDF for the month of September....
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Upcoming Event and Road Closures - 2026 Reading Hospital Roa...

TRAFFIC & PARKING RESTRICTION ALERT – This Sunday, October 18, 2026, The Friends of Reading Hospital’s annual road run will take pla...
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Nov 11, 2026
Today, we pause to honor and recognize all the brave men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for the sacrifices made by our veterans, both past and present, and the freedoms they have helped protect. ❤️🤍💙 We would also like to recognize and thank the veteran...
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Nov 9, 2026
The West Reading Police Department would like to inform the public of an upcoming road closure in our area. On November 12th, 13th, 16th, and possibly November 17th (if needed), South 6th Avenue between Franklin and Spruce Streets will be closed for paving operations.  Th...
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Created Nov 3, 2026 / Updated Nov 6, 2026
The West Reading Police Department encourages all parents and guardians to take advantage of this upcoming Child Safety Seat Check event! The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) will be conducting child safety seat inspections with certified personnel available to check rear-facin...
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Nov 2, 2026
Residents and motorists are advised that the 300 block of Franklin Street will be closed on November 5th and 6th for essential utility work. The road closure will take place from 7am to 5pm on both days. In preparation for the closure, "No Parking" signs will be posted in adva...
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Created Oct 29, 2026 / Updated Nov 6, 2026
🎃🚨 K-9 ZEA IS READY FOR HALLOWEEN! 🐾 The costume is on, the mustache is questionable, and she’s ready for action! 😂🍬 👻 West Reading’s Official Trick-or-Treat Hours: 📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Keep an eye out for K-9 ZEA as we rotate between locations thro...
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Oct 26, 2026
The WRPD had a fantastic time on the Avenue this weekend, handing out candy to over 800 trick-or-treaters!  It was a great opportunity to interact with our community, take photos with the kids, and even meet some young aspiring police officers! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️ A special shout-ou...
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Oct 21, 2026
🎃 Sweet treats and friendly faces! West Reading Police will be in the 600 block of Penn Avenue this Friday night from 5-8 PM for the Penn Ave. Trunk or Treat festivities! Stop by, say hello, and grab a sweet treat. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone’s costumes and enjoyi...
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Oct 21, 2026
The West Reading Police Department is proud to congratulate Sergeant Brandon Breitenstein on his promotion to Sergeant! 🎉👮‍♂️ Sergeant Breitenstein’s path to this milestone reflects years of dedication to the community and a commitment to continual growth in his profession. He...
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Oct 19, 2026
Please click the link below to view our Monthly Activity Log PDF for the month of September.
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Oct 14, 2026
TRAFFIC & PARKING RESTRICTION ALERT – This Sunday, October 18, 2026, The Friends of Reading Hospital’s annual road run will take place. This year this event consists of a Half Marathon, a 5K race and a 1 mile Fun Walk/Run.  The races will be occurring within West Read...
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