Reading
Morning News
Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Suzanne Harteg volunteers at Grace Evangelical Lutheran to coordinate housing support for Family Promise of Berks County, helping families in crisis stay together. The program now rents homes from the Reading Redevelopment Authority to adapt to changes in service models. Berks Weekly
- ➤ A tree-to-table maple syrup demo took place Saturday at Gring's Mill Recreation Area in Reading. Attendees learned how to identify sugar maple trees, tap them, and boil sap into syrup under the guidance of Recreation and Special Events Supervisor Lisa Gaucker. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Center for TMJ & Sleep Disorders LLC celebrates 20 years in business today in Reading; the clinic, founded by Dr. Tammy Balatgek in 2005, treats TMJ dysfunction and sleep disorders using non-surgical approaches. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mnozil Brass (famed for their diverse repertoire and sense of humor) will perform at Kutztown University's Schaeffer Auditorium on Monday, Mar. 2 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the KU Presents series; tickets cost $44 for adults, $42 for seniors and $19 for students. Reading Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Berks County player won $636,731.59 online with the MONOPOLY Money Mint game, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery. The eInstant game features bonus rounds and prize multipliers — available on computers, tablets, or mobile devices. Berks Weekly
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Department of Community and Economic Development awarded $15 million in grants to support small businesses statewide — funding 10 micro-grant programs that will help cover start-up and expansion costs in areas including Berks County. The funds target communities across southeastern counties. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT has announced multiple daytime roadwork projects across Berks County scheduled for March 2-5 and March 6, with maintenance on Dunkel’s Church Road, Tilden Road, I-78 and bridge repairs on US 422 causing lane restrictions & delays from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; rain may worsen travel conditions. Berks Weekly
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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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Phil Wickham Concert
7-8 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham live in Reading.
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Gerald Veasley's Unscripted Jam
3:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Buy ticket — Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Berks Jazz Fest with a night of unscripted jazz featuring renowned artists.
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Berks Sinfonietta: Gershwin Comes Alive
6-9 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience Gershwin's magic brought to life with the Berks Sinfonietta and Lars Potteiger, plus a performance by the Berks High School All-Star Jazz Band.
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Norfolk Admirals vs. Reading Royals
3-4 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost info not specified — Watch an exciting hockey game as the Norfolk Admirals take on the Reading Royals.
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