Reading
Morning News
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania hosted Tuesday night's Take the Lead ceremony at Redner's Event Center in Reading to honor women who make a difference. Honorees included a VP at Alvernia, Penn State chancellor, a VP at Berks Community Foundation + chief medical officer at Berks Community Health Center. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ This weekend, an upscale popup consignment shop at Kraras Hall at Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church offers local women a chance to sell unworn clothes and find designer brands at lower prices — the event supports local nonprofits and helps fund community projects. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Nearly $500K has been awarded to benefit Reading's Olivet Boys and Girls Club through Pennsylvania's Violence Intervention and Prevention program. The EMPOWER Resilience initiative will expand mentoring, job training and after-school programming (for kids ages 5 to 18) to help strengthen local youth. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Taco Fest will take place May 2 from noon to 6 p.m. on the 600-700 block of Penn Street and feature food trucks, live bands, cultural performances + a free Cinco de Mayo 5K starting at 3 p.m. with dance lessons offered by Grupo Uaharni. Reading Eagle
- ➤ A children's pop-up is offering up to 90% off on clothing, shoes, and toys at Body Zone Sports and Wellness Complex in Spring Township to help families save. Presale is Wednesday and the sale runs Thursday through Sunday at $3 entry or free with a canned food donation (tickets online). WFMZ-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A truck rolled over its trailer near Limekiln Road in Amity Township around 8 a.m. Wednesday, dumping 200 feet of pellet fertilizer on Route 422, and crews worked for about two hours to clean up while stormwater was monitored (no injuries were reported). WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Patton Avenue Learning Center earned a Keystone STARS 4 Star rating at 1000 Patton Ave (Oakbrook) after moving from a 1 Star rating in months. The center serves young children and boosts affordable, high-quality child care as part of Opportunity House’s community effort. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UGI warns customers today about a rise in scams where fake ads and websites trick people into making unnecessary payments; officials advise calling only 800-276-2722 for billing or service issues and setting up a secure password. Reading Eagle
- ➤ State Rep. Manny Guzman will host a free job fair Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tec Centro Berks, 450 S. Sixth St. The event will help residents cut red tape & meet local employers ready to hire. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hope Springs Clubhouse earned a three-year accreditation from Clubhouse International after a thorough audit and supports young adults aged 16-25 with serious mental health needs in Reading. Operated by Threshold Rehabilitation Services, the program marks its 11-year anniversary. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Food safety inspectors in Berks County completed routine checks at local vendors between March 25 and April 7, 2026 — reports show varied compliance with one facility noting rodent droppings and other minor violations needing correction. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local softball and lacrosse games on Tuesday saw Schuylkill Valley win 13-2 over Tulpehocken with key home runs, while Twin Valley beat Governor Mifflin 11-1 in five innings. Boys lacrosse ended with Conrad Weiser edging Wyomissing 12-10 and Twin Valley's girls lacrosse team winning 18-3 against Berks Catholic. Reading Eagle
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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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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.
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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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Sepultura Concert
6:30–8:00 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — Tickets start at $78 — Experience the electrifying live performance of Sepultura in Reading, PA.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in a spectacular live show.
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