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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michael and Diane Duff received the Richard J. Caron Award of Excellence at a Caron Treatment Centers dinner — the award honored the Berks couple for their generosity. Reading Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 31-year-old Reading man fled state police on a moped near the Pagoda on Skyline Drive at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday and led troopers on a foot chase during which he was subdued with a stun gun — he now faces charges for fleeing, a suspended license, an outstanding warrant and an uninsured moped with an improper registration plate. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ A 31-year-old Reading man was arrested on May 7 after officers pursued him from Skyline Drive near the Pagoda into the city where he fled on foot and was subdued with a taser; he admitted to operating an uninsured moped with improper registration while his license was suspended and an outstanding warrant existed. Berks Weekly
- ➤ On May 7, 2025 at 1:35 p.m., local law enforcement raided two illicit massage parlors in Berks during a human trafficking investigation—officers said the action led to their immediate closure. Reading Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mifflin Intermediate School students participated in their third annual Color Run fundraiser on May 2 to raise money for school initiatives—organized by the Parent Teacher Organization. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Twin Valley School District superintendent Robert Scoboria explained how a middle school science class sent a video to astronaut Sunita Williams — earning autographed photos and sparking creative projects. Meanwhile, machining students at Berks Career and Technology Center will produce precision flanges for NASA — giving them real-world experience in a career program. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Binghamton’s walk-off homer overshadowed a strong night by Reading’s Keaton Anthony as the Fightin Phils lost 9-7. Reading Eagle
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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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Fightin Phils vs. Erie Sea Wolves
2:45 PM — FirstEnergy Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Experience the thrill of Double-A baseball as the Fightin Phils take on their rivals in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Ride the Helldiver Experience
9 AM – 5 PM — Mid Atlantic Air Museum — Admission fee required — Take an unforgettable ride in one of the only flying SB2C Helldivers in the world during WWII Weekend.
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