Reading
Morning News
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday marked three years since an explosion leveled building 2 at R.M. Palmer’s West Reading facility — which killed seven — and the event remains a somber milestone in the community. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sam Sidhu, now CEO of Customers Bancorp, outlined a strategic vision to boost technology use and expand into new markets after taking over in January. He plans to drive growth in loans, deposits, and earnings with key leadership changes (including a new CFO and COO). Reading Eagle
- ➤ Spring Township officials will hold a public hearing on Apr. 27 — to discuss amending the development plan for a 3,379 sqft Raising Cane’s restaurant at Kohl’s parking lot. Approval would let the fast-food chain submit its final plan and bring its first location to Berks County. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thorn Alley Kitchen (at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts downtown) will open Friday, Apr. 10 and offer a globally inspired menu featuring Korean fried chicken served on a pedestal along with a full bar and morning café menu to blend art and food. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Conrad Weiser Theatre Company will present Les Misérables: School Edition (a musical based on Victor Hugo’s classic) at the high school’s renovated auditorium from April 17 to 19. Advance tickets are $10, and a community outreach named Beyond the Barricade will share local resources during intermissions. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Educator Samantha Bremekamp moved to Berks County in 2023 and launched her TV show Sam’Splains the World to connect locals through field trips with artists and bakers. She now produces the WEEU Feedback Show with Toni Reese — airing weekdays from 10:00 to noon — and hosts a cooking segment. Berks Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Berks Jazz Fest hosts its Get Jazzed program at the DoubleTree today, where skilled musicians (like saxophonist Eric Marienthal and Tulpehocken High School director Matthew Schrack) mentor student performers and encourage musical collaboration. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Charlotte Thomas was named Twin Valley’s April Intern of the Month at Robeson Lutheran Preschool (supporting the three-year-old class). She plans to attend Kutztown University in the fall to major in elementary and special education. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Legislators are considering a bipartisan bill (which passed committee) that would require radon testing in schools and will soon be debated by the full house. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Reading resident Noemi Gonzalez joined home care advocates in Harrisburg Tuesday to urge lawmakers to raise Medicaid reimbursement rates & secure wages for caregivers, following her struggle with paralysis and unstable care services. Her advocacy highlights a statewide crisis that leaves thousands of in-home care shifts unfilled each month. Reading Eagle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, the Reading Planning Commission approved revised plans for 601 Penn St. to convert the former Santander building into 177 apartments with 267 off-street parking spaces as part of a settlement with Dream Ventures PA II LLC (controlled by Heights Advisors); the board addressed previous zoning concerns. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Berks County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame will induct seven new members at its 49th annual banquet on Sunday, Apr. 19 at Redner’s Event Center at FirstEnergy Stadium & honor five boys cross country teams and Baseballtown Charities Dream League with reservations open until Apr. 3. Reading Eagle
- ➤ On Monday, Exeter won both non-league lacrosse matches as Marley Weller scored seven in the girls game and Lucas Kabatt had five for the boys, with Twin Valley, Ephrata and others also posting wins—key highlights from Berks sports updates on March 23. Reading Eagle
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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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Romeo Santos & Prince Royce Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Cost varies — Enjoy an evening of captivating Latin music from two of the genre's biggest stars.
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MTB Try-it Day!
6-7:30 p.m. — The Nature Place at Angelica Park — Free event — Perfect for students to discover mountain biking, regardless of experience level.
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Wheeling Nailers vs. Reading Royals
7-8 p.m. — Santander Arena — Stream available — Watch an exciting hockey clash as the Nailers take on the Royals live.
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Wheeling Nailers vs. Reading Royals
7-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Watch the game live on FloHockey with replays available for subscribers.
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Lamb Of God Concert
6-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket information available online — Experience an electrifying evening with Lamb Of God as they rock Reading with an unforgettable performance.
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