Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Reading.
Neighbors in West Reading will join a pedestrian safety audit led by Bowman Consulting to review issues like crosswalk timing and school zone flashers near the elementary center and along Penn Avenue, after 12 pedestrian accidents occurred in 2024 and 2025.
A final report with recommendations is expected by June.
Reading Theater Project presents a script-in-hand reading of Fourteen Votes by Susan Sneeringer at 1 p.m. Saturday, Apr.
18 at the Wyomissing Public Library - free admission with required reservations. The play examines voting and civic duty with local actors.
Record Store Day (April 18) will offer exclusive vinyl releases including rare editions by iconic bands like The Doors and Miles Davis.
Local shop Vertigo Music in Reading is among those joining the event to provide limited edition records for collectors.
Reading & Northern Railroad will host Union Pacific’s Big Boy #4014 on summer excursions to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
Ticket sales start today at 9 a.m. for trips leaving Nesquehoning on June 13, 14, July 1 and a diesel round trip on July 2.
Daniel Boone Homestead is hosting A Revolutionary Children’s Day on Sunday, May 3 from noon to 4 p.m. in Exeter Township where children learn historic crafts like candle dipping and swordsmanship, visit General Washington (an interactive part of celebrating America’s 250th birthday), and tour historic buildings.
Genesius Theatre presents a world premiere adaptation of Peter Pan at its 153 N.
10th Street playhouse from today through April 18. Performances start at 7:30 p.m. on select evenings with 3:00 p.m. matinees offering a fresh retelling for families and kids.
Peter Suppa, a building and trades instructor at Reading-Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center, won the 2026 Annie Sullivan Award during a ceremony Wednesday at Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences.
He has built a half-day special education program for students with disabilities including autism and intellectual challenges.
Middle school students competed in the National Civics Bee on Thursday in Pottsville + they tested their knowledge and skills in civics.
The Shapiro Administration announced over $10.2 million to buy rights that keep 31 farms from being developed; a 46-acre crop and livestock farm in Windsor Township owned by Barry C. and Donna E.
Kline received $150,650 in funding ($26,960 from the state and $123,690 from the county) to remain used for farming.
Wheeling Nailers vs. Reading Royals
7-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Watch the game live on FloHockey with replays available for subscribers.
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.
Ephrata Rhythm & Brews
12-5 p.m. — Thomas P. Grater Community Park — Cost varies — Celebrate local craft beverages and music while enjoying a variety of food trucks in a spring park setting.
Peso Pluma Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique musical style of Peso Pluma, a trailblazing artist with millions of monthly listeners.
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