Reading
Morning News
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warm weather brought crowds to West Reading and other Berks County spots today as outdoor diners, softball players, and boaters enjoyed local activities — business owners noted a boost in sales. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Connections Work hosted its annual Impact Awards Breakfast on Thursday at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Reading + recognized local advocates including retired Dan Fogarty as the Life Improvement Ambassador for helping people reenter the community after incarceration. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Residents enjoyed a warm April evening across Berks County while sampling local cuisine, playing softball, and boating at Blue Marsh Lake. The inviting weather — reminiscent of early summer — brought families together in West Reading, Bern Township, and Penn Township. WFMZ-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Maidencreek rescued a dog and its owner Wednesday when they became stranded 60 feet down a steep embankment near the 1300 block of Pleasant Hill Road; both were safe but exhausted. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ An apartment fire in Greenwich Township displaced several residents and triggered two alarms that brought extra units from Lehigh County, officials said. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ A house fire on the 800 block of Douglass Street displaced a local family shortly before 11:30 p.m. Friday in Reading as fire crews responded to the blaze. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ State Police say evacuations were ordered at Lil Wolf Mobile home park in Orefield after a propane leak occurred around 9:45 p.m. Wednesday. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven in Seven details music shows this week: Dave performs today at The Fillmore, Waxahatchee and MJ Lenderman are set for Saturday at The Met, King Tuff and The Chameleons rock Saturday, Health, Carpenter Brut + Desire headline Sunday, and Hotel Fiction plays next Thursday at Brooklyn Bowl plus more. Reading Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennEnvironment toured Manatawny Creek Winery in Amity Township and examined its nearly two-decade-old solar panel system (installed in 2007) that offsets 25% of the winery’s energy use, saying it could serve as a model for other local businesses to adopt renewable energy options. WFMZ-TV
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ First Resource Bancorp’s board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.02 per share on April 15; the dividend is scheduled to be paid on May 15 to shareholders on record as of May 1 (per the company’s announcement). WFMZ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Pa. Congress members introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate June 1 as National Mushroom Day in recognition of the local mushroom industry. The measure honors growers in Chester and Berks (who produce 60% of the nation's mushrooms) and supports local farms and jobs. WFMZ-TV
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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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