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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Driven to Serve Muscle Car, Jeep and Truck Show will honor veterans by showcasing over 1,000 modified vehicles at Maple Grove Raceway in Brecknock Township on April 26. The event will also feature the return of the Monster Truck Crush in its 15th year — drawing local fans. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Family Promise of Berks County received a $20,000 grant from Clayton to help families stay housed—this grant is part of a $1.5 million effort that has served over 30,000 families since 2019. Clayton also donated 18 homes for transitional housing as families work toward permanent solutions. Berks Weekly
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said an 18-year-old was shot in the neck Saturday in Reading—authorities are investigating the shooting. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Two people were arrested in Reading for a drug bust—cocaine, crack, meth and marijuana were found in a city home according to investigators. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Artist Kambel Smith, who is autistic, is working on a detailed cardboard replica of Reading’s iconic Pagoda and repurposes materials after supply shortages. He takes about 35 days on each sculpture (a process that began when he started drawing in his youth) and hopes to inspire others with his work. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Middle School life skills students won honorable mention in the Youth Volunteer Corps Canstructure Contest by building creative structures from canned goods to help fight hunger. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Reading School District invested $110 million in facility upgrades that improved HVAC systems, security and overall modernization largely with federal COVID relief funds — the district detailed the upgrades on April 21. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reading airport officials urged FirstEnergy to speed up construction of a new transmission line because Bern Township’s current power capacity is nearly maxed out—delaying major projects at Reading Regional Airport. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilson and Exeter high school lacrosse teams each won non-league games — the victories may boost their season as league play approaches. Reading Eagle
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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.
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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.
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Vince Gill Concert
7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the musical talents of Vince Gill live in Reading, PA.
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Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025
4-8 p.m. — Shiloh Hills Park — Entry fees vary — A fun and engaging running series encouraging kids to embrace an active lifestyle.
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Schuylkill Navigation Bicentennial
10 AM – 4 PM — Berks County Heritage Center — Free displays, fee for lectures — Explore canal history through engaging lectures and historic artifacts at the heritage center.
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