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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The eastbound lanes of Route 422 in Exeter Township are closed for an extended period — Berks County emergency officials said the closure follows a dump truck flip between the Interstate 176 and Mount Penn exits. Reading Eagle
- ➤ A fire gutted a Centre Township home overnight—firefighters rescued a dog from the rear second-floor porch just before 3 a.m. on Tuesday. Reading Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Reading natives (30-year-old Edgar Holguin-Reyes and 27-year-old Yakayra Reyes) were arrested on Tuesday when Bergen County officials seized about 14,000 fentanyl pills with intent to distribute during a traffic stop on I-287 in Mahwah, NJ; they now face charges and will appear in court in Hackensack. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ On Monday, April 1, investigators said four people were shot in three separate incidents in Reading — including a City Park event involving two young adults. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Reading Public Museum will mark 100 years since its cornerstone was laid on May 1 at 3 p.m. by dedicating a new time capsule and honoring a NASA Moon Tree (located at 500 Museum Road). The free event will recreate the 1925 ceremony (with museum staff and community members) to celebrate the museum's centennial. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Registration is open for the 2025 Schuylkill River Sojourn where participants will learn about the 200th anniversary of the Schuylkill Navigation system that powered the Industrial Revolution. The event will explore how the river shaped local communities. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 1, Gov. Mifflin, Schuylkill Valley and Twin Valley won their games as the Mustangs maintained their unbeaten record. The wins set a strong tone for Berks baseball season—promising exciting contests ahead. Reading Eagle
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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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Real Estate Investing Insights
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Platinum Cafe & Lounge — Free entry — Discover valuable strategies for real estate success and connect with industry experts.
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Spring 2025 Job Fair
1-5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Free parking — Connect with employers hiring for various positions in Berks County.
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