Reading
Morning News
Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The demolition of the dilapidated building at 431 Penn St., owned by Reading, is set to commence today. Reading Eagle
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 57-year-old Robert Vargas was identified two months after dying from thermal burns and smoke inhalation in a Reading apartment fire on Christmas Eve. WFMZ-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Muhlenberg Twp., Pa., the discovery of a dropped cell phone led to the arrest of Luis Rosario and Kalif Johnson on charges of attempted homicide and aggravated assault after a juvenile was shot twice. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ A Reading man faces charges related to child pornography following an investigation sparked by a National Center for Missing and Exploited Children complaint. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Reading Area Community College is proposing an expansion of its student union, requiring zoning approval. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reading City Council approves a comprehensive housing and blight strategy focusing on data-driven enforcement, support for property owners, and collaboration across agencies. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four high school girls from Berks County won regional wrestling titles, and a total of five qualified for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Championships. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Four high school basketball teams from Berks will start the PIAA tournament with home games after notable performances, including Wyomissing's victory for their third consecutive District 3 title. Reading Eagle
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Tito Double P ¡AY MAMÀ! Tour
The Tito Double P ¡AY MAMÀ! TOUR will be held at the Santander Arena in Reading, PA, offering an engaging evening of entertainment.
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Concert by Christine D'Clario
Christine D'Clario will perform live at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading, PA.
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Ethan Tapper: How to Love a Forest - Book Discussion
Ethan Tapper, a forester and author, will explore his book and discuss human interaction with forest ecosystems in a lecture followed by a Q&A session.
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Bluebird Box Workshop
Participants will learn how to attract bluebirds and build a nesting box to take home, enhancing their backyard's wildlife environment.
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Junk Journaling Workshop Series: Part 3
This workshop focuses on creating junk journals using various recycled materials, providing limited supplies and the option to purchase materials on-site.
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Penntera Live at Nightclub Reverb
Penntera will perform at Nightclub Reverb in Reading, PA, featuring tribute acts Priest Unleashed and The Moshfits for a night of rock music.
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Rock ‘Til You Drop
6 PM-12 AM | Adler Brewing Company | $10 at the Door | A night of local Rock and Metal featuring various talented bands.
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Virtual Tour of Fairlane Gardens
9 AM - 7 PM | Fairlane Gardens at Reading | Free entry | Explore the best of senior living amenities and services through a virtual tour.
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Berks Jazz Festival
8 p.m. | WCR Center for the Arts | Various ticket prices | Experience a celebration of jazz with world-renowned musicians across diverse genres over ten days.
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