Reading
Morning News
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fleetwood community center is hosting a benefit breakfast this month to support the families of fallen Walnuttown fire chiefs Jeff Buck & Robert Shick and the fire department. The event offers a chance for the community to honor local service. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CannFest in Berks County will showcase medical marijuana benefits for anxiety relief through expert talks and interactive displays (organizers say the event defies typical expectations). WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from local colleges and high schools earned honor society inductions, scholarships, and awards today. Lebanon Valley College, Kutztown University, and Alvernia University students were recognized (including DAR scholarship winners) during initiatives promoting academic excellence. Reading Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in parts of east central and southeast Pennsylvania should take steps to protect tender plants as a freeze watch is in effect from late Monday night through Tuesday morning, with temperatures possibly dropping as low as 25°F, risking damage to crops and outdoor plumbing (follow local guidelines). WFMZ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reading Hospital hosted a warm reunion for NICU families and life-saving nurses as they celebrated the progress of tiny patients, bringing families together to share joy & gratitude for the skilled care that helped them thrive. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler finished his final rehab start Sunday at TD Bank Ballpark (in Reading) by throwing four innings amid cool weather. He said he is set to rejoin the rotation for a three-game series in Atlanta on Friday and will adjust his style as his fastball is slower. Reading Eagle
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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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