Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Reading.
🚧 Accidents
A police officer discovered a home burning along Route 10 in Robeson Township early Wednesday—April 9—and investigations showed the fire claimed the lives of two occupants.
Two residents, 69-year-old Steve Kurtz and 34-year-old Carolyn Kurtz, died after a fire gutted their home in Robeson Township early Wednesday morning when a police officer smelled smoke and alerted first responders—crews arrived just after 1 a.m. and found no working smoke detectors.
🚨 Crime
On Wednesday, district attorney John Adams said defendant Julian Evans, whose cooperation helped convict co-defendants in the Brookline Park shooting that killed 18-year-old Amiere Bibbs on March 14th, 2022, pleaded guilty to four charges and was sentenced to six to 15 years in state prison — making him the final defendant in the case.
🎭 Culture
The Reading Theater Project announced the cast and details for Parish Blood Drive, the first reading in its Play Reading Series: Revelation.
The staged reading will take place on Thursday, April 24 at 7pm at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts’ Boscov Theatre—free parking is available behind the building.
🎓 Education
Melissa Terwilliger was named director of social services at Alvernia and will help students facing housing and food insecurity by connecting them with resources like SNAP and WIC benefits—she uses her background in social work to give a voice to those in need.
At fall new student orientation, Alvernia University set a luminary tradition when hundreds of lights filled the Quad to show its shared mission and values.
President Glynis A. Fitzgerald highlighted the new SOLAR program, the fifth anniversary of CollegeTowne, and recent campus renovations that support the university’s growth and care for students.
In fall 2024, Alvernia University launched its SOLAR initiative to give students free career clothes, counseling, tutoring and more to help with school and life.
The move-in day featured a candlelight ceremony—over 500 new students received medallions to mark the start of their journey to success.
🎉 Reading Events
Submit an event →
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.
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.
The Thorn Performance
7-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning tale of love and sacrifice through captivating visual artistry.
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.
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.
Reading Symphony Orchestra - Let's Dance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Cost not listed — Experience a captivating blend of symphonic music and ballet featuring the Joffrey Ballet Studio Company.
Open House at 2622 Perkiomen Avenue
8-10 p.m. — 2622 Perkiomen Ave — $309,000 — Explore this spacious home featuring four bedrooms and a large backyard in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Vince Gill Concert
7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the musical talents of Vince Gill live in Reading, PA.
🏠 Reading Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Reading Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Reading Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Reading.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.