Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
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🏘️ Community
A Facebook post spurred local action as Dave Devitt of Lezzer Lumber organized discounted propane deliveries to homeless encampments amid bitter cold.
Red City Grinders + Opportunity House stepped up to keep people warm as local groups rally against harsh winter conditions.
🎭 Culture
Berks Arts will expand the 35th annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest to run from March 19 through April 30 and align with Jazz Appreciation Month.
The festival will culminate with a special concert featuring trumpeter Rick Braun at the Miller Center for the Arts on the Reading Area Community College campus.
🎓 Education
BCIU honored its Board of Directors during its meeting on Thursday, Jan.
15+ hosting its Annual Student Artwork Showcase that celebrated the leadership and creativity of high school students from all 18 districts, with the artwork on display in the boardroom and online.
📰 Real Estate
The Reading-Berks Association of Realtors (R-BAR) announced its 2026 board led by president Melissa Fox; the board celebrated record charitable contributions and community outreach in 2025 across Berks County.
🏈 Sports
Albright College has partnered with Body Zone Sports and Wellness Complex to serve as the new home ice venue for a men’s ice hockey program starting this fall.
The facility, six miles from campus, offers NHL-sized rinks + locker rooms, ample seating, and scoreboards for games.
Wyomissing, led by Dom Arguelles who scored 33 points, won 71-69 in double overtime against Oley Valley on Jan.
16 — lifting the Spartans to a 5-2 record in Division 3.
🎉 Reading Events
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Annual Schnitzelfest
6-8 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — $40 members, $50 guests, $12 for children 5-12 — Indulge in a delicious variety of schnitzel toppings while voting for your favorite to earn a spot on the permanent menu.
Shiver by the River 2026
10 AM – 4 PM — Jim Dietrich Park — Free entry — Participate in a fun-filled day with races and post-race snacks.
Tropical Invasion Concert
8-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — All in prices available — Experience a night of vibrant Latin rhythms with Elvis Crespo and more.
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