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Morning News
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reading Hospital, The Junior League of Reading and Berks Teens present Let’s Talk, Period — a free event on menstrual equity for teens and tweens — this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences, featuring panelists and period pampering kits. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Night to Shine celebrated 325 special needs guests in a prom night event at the PLEX last Friday in Reading+ hosted by Community Evangelical Church and Alvernia University. The event featured limousine rides, hair and makeup, a full dinner and volunteers who turned the venue into a winter wonderland. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Connections Work will host a career fair on March 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at the DoubleTree by Hilton for people on probation, parole or with prior justice involvement. Over 30 employers and social service providers will assist job seekers (with fill out help and mock interviews). Reading Eagle
- ➤ Hershey Harvest in Laureldale is busy making hundreds of dozens of traditional fastnachts as local families order early to beat the crowd on Fastnacht Day before Lent begins. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local singers practiced Monday night for the Gospel Jubilee organized by the NAACP in honor of Black History Month, and they will perform at 5 p.m. on Sunday at Francis Hall at Alvernia University. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wyomissing High School students won the 43rd annual regional MATHCOUNTS contest at Penn State Berks and will move on to state competition in March (top individual finishers from Boyertown and Wilson also advanced). Reading Eagle
- ➤ Alvernia University renewed its Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for 2026 (its third award), recognizing robust student service and local partnerships. The designation runs through 2032 and highlights its CollegeTowne investment and 40-hour service program for students. Alvernia University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Reading face rising water damage risks as a thaw reveals broken pipes and melting ice dams. Lisa Lavender, CEO of Berks Fire Water Restorations, warns that service calls will likely increase when residents turn on outdoor water sources. WFMZ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reading Hospital offers expert heart care in Berks County at its accredited chest pain center — delivering prompt treatment for heart attacks and advising residents to adopt healthy lifestyle habits to lower heart disease risks, per Dr. Charles F. Barbera. Reading Eagle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Abrams Realty Group plans to close the Berkshire Mall sale with a $1 million deposit in May. The developer will demolish most of the 910,000-sqft property in Wyomissing to build an open-air retail and mixed-use campus with big-box stores, medical offices and a fitness center (plans remain conceptual). Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tryouts for Reading's new arena football team are underway today in Exeter Township as players compete for spots. Final rosters will be released on April 10 & the team will start its season later in April. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Four Berks teams are playing in the District 3 basketball tournament today at 7 p.m., with BCIAA girls champion Wilson — hosting Penn Manor in the Class 6A opener. Other games include Gov. Mifflin versus Ephrata in Class 6A, Oley Valley versus Kutztown in 3A, and Exeter traveling to York Suburban. Reading Eagle
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets starting at $36 — Experience the legendary antics and skills of the Harlem Globetrotters live in Reading.
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Sisqó Live in Concert
3-6 p.m. — Santander Arena — tickets available — Experience the smooth R&B vibes of Sisqó, the voice behind the iconic 'Thong Song.'
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Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Reading Royals
7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Stream the thrilling ice hockey matchup between the Swamp Rabbits and Royals.
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Old School Hip Hop Sunday Funday
3-5 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticketed event — Celebrate the classic era of hip hop with performances from legends like Big Daddy Kane and more.
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Good Thyme for Life Dining Week
Good Thyme For Life is an annual dining event in Berks County for Co-County Wellness Services, raising money for their mission of public health. This year’s event runs from March 2nd-8th and features 7 local restaurants each night, generously donating a portion of the evening revenue to support our work in education and advocacy.
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Reading Anime-Fest
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Free entry for kids — A family-friendly event featuring voice actors, vendors, attractions, and a huge cosplay contest.
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Worcester Railers at Reading Royals
3-4 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost varies — Catch an exciting hockey matchup with the Worcester Railers taking on the Reading Royals.
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Gary Gulman Live Comedy Show
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Tickets starting at $68 — Experience a night of laughter with Gary Gulman’s comedic energy.
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