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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday night, the annual United Way shopping spree at Redner's saw winner Thomas Henefer donate $1,400 worth of groceries to partner New Journey Community Outreach (the largest community meal center serving 400 meals daily) and the items were placed on pantry shelves on March 27th. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ IM ABLE Foundation raised over $350,000 at its annual BASH fundraiser on March 15 at the Alvernia Plex in Reading, surpassing its $250,000 goal with 750 registrants and 50 volunteers. The event featured a wheelchair basketball tournament and awarded life-changing adaptive equipment including a custom wheelchair for Aiden Guzovsky and a handcycle for first responder Emily Nappi while honoring key community supporters with awards. Reading Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eight people were injured in a crash on Route 422 in Exeter when a juvenile driver fled an attempted traffic stop around 9:00 p.m. Tuesday night; state police are investigating and one passenger remains critically injured (the district attorney said charges are expected for those in the fleeing vehicle) as the busy road was shut down for several hours. WFMZ-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local farms and food banks face challenges after the USDA canceled a federal program that moved nearly 20,000 pounds of fruit from Weaver's Orchard to community food banks each year. Helping Harvest expects a 15% drop in deliveries that would cut nearly $3 million in groceries, and Gov. Shapiro is now challenging the decision. WFMZ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Berks County Commissioners kicked off a two-year planning process for a new state-of-the-art 2040 Comprehensive Plan that will guide land use, housing, infrastructure and recreation county-wide. The plan—featuring a corridor build-out analysis and enhanced community outreach—aims to support informed local government decisions for future growth. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 26, Reading High, Fleetwood, and Brandywine won their volleyball matches in a Berks roundup — the results underscore local teams' success in the sport. Reading Eagle
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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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Royal Scam at Berks Jazz Fest 2025
7 PM – 1 AM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate classic rock as The Royal Scam honors Steely Dan at the prestigious Berks Jazz Fest.
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Brian Culbertson Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of smooth jazz with Brian Culbertson.
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Aubrey Logan Concert
3-7 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Find tickets online — Enjoy an afternoon of spectacular music by the talented Aubrey Logan.
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Open House at 203 Eric Ave
4:00-5:30 p.m. — 203 Eric Ave, Reading, PA — $299,777 — Discover a charming single-family home in the sought-after Governor Mifflin School District with modern renovations and abundant natural light.
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Eslabon Armado Concert in Reading
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening with Eslabon Armado at Santander Arena.
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Open House at 830 Grandell Ave
4-6 PM — 830 Grandell Ave, Reading, PA — Free entry — Explore this charming 4-bedroom home with a beautiful backyard in the heart of Muhlenberg Township.
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The Thorn Performance
7-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning tale of love and sacrifice through captivating visual artistry.
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