Reading
Morning News
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reading's five parks will close one at a time for about 10 days as they get new pour-in-place play surfaces using a $663,000 grant from the state Department of Community and Economic Development — work set to finish by mid- to late July. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Letter carriers collected almost 82,000 pounds of nonperishable food on Saturday as part of the annual Stamp Out Hunger Drive, delivering donations to the Helping Harvest warehouse in Spring Township — volunteers have begun sorting items for distribution and more food will arrive in the coming days. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Mission BBQ in Wyomissing is giving free sandwiches to all military branches this week to honor veterans & active-duty service members, with a live National Anthem scheduled for Armed Forces Day Saturday. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Reading & Northern Railroad has partnered with Berks County-based Firehouse Coffee to launch its new Iron Horse Coffee Company blend, available with a tasting tent in Jim Thorpe starting May 22. The offering will roll out to all passenger trains soon. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Dieffenbach's is using nostalgia advertising with the old Gibble's logo — showcased on billboards in Berks County — to bring back longtime customers and attract new ones, and its small-batch kettle-cooked chips support local farmers by reducing food waste. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tom Tatum released his 300-page book, Afield Afloat Afar, a tribute compiling 40 years of award-winning outdoor columns & cherished memories of his late wife Patti. He displayed the book at a Celebration of Life Party on May 9 that drew over 200 local readers. Reading Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Regional winners were named for the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing video contests in Philadelphia, Berks/Schuylkill, and Chester/Delaware counties. The state finals are set for tomorrow in Harrisburg & will review top entries from 13 regional contests. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, council approved guidelines for a grant program to let property owners convert unused upper floors on Penn Street into apartments using grants ($25K to $100K) with a 25% match. Council also adjusted meeting room access at city hall and hired Ambius for new atrium decorations. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Reading officials doubled inspections and citations in 2025 to fight blight while urging residents to take pride in maintaining their properties — officials said during Monday’s council meeting. More enforcement is underway with plans for additional outreach to boost neighborhood upkeep. Reading Eagle
- ➤ State police offer free child passenger safety seat checks today from 2 to 7 p.m. at Mary's Shelter (615 Kenhorst Blvd.) as part of the Click It or Ticket campaign, and additional sessions will run on Wed, Fri, Sat and later in May with no appointment needed. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilson Bulldogs won the BCIAA baseball title with a score of 10 to 0 over Muhlenberg on Monday, May 11 at FirstEnergy Stadium (winning pitcher Jack Gabel recorded a six-inning shutout). Reading Eagle
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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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SatchVai Band
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Not specified — Experience the virtuoso guitar performance of Joe Satriani, one of the world's most commercially successful solo artists.
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Cody Tyler Live
7-10 p.m. — Bertie's Inn — Enjoy a night of music with Cody Tyler's band, offering a fusion of country and southern rock sounds.
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Arizona Juggernauts vs Pennsylvania Benjamins
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy thrilling indoor arena football with live music and great food.
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Mid-Atlantic Air Museum WWII Weekend
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mid Atlantic Air Museum — Admission varies — Experience the thrill of history come to life with authentic reenactments of World War II battles.
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6th Annual Paw Fest Block Party
12-5 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — Food and activities available — Enjoy a day of fun supporting adoptable dogs with games, vendors, and raffles.
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2026 Charity Golf Invitational
7 a.m. — Golden Oaks Golf Club — Lunch included — Hit the links for a good cause benefiting FairView Counseling and The Play Therapy Center.
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Stammtisch German Speaking Group
6-7 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — Free entry — Practice your German while enjoying a cozy atmosphere full of conversation and culture.
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Ben Folds Concert
8-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost info unavailable — Experience the genre-bending music of Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds.
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