Reading
Morning News
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reading Housing Authority opened Oakbrook Recreation Park with upgraded baseball and basketball facilities, walking paths, and a picnic grove — hosting its first baseball game today at 4 p.m. and planning a playground with a concession stand in the fall. Reading Eagle
- ➤ AmeriHealth Caritas held a baby shower Tuesday at its Wellness Center at the former Wells Fargo building—providing expectant mothers with prenatal care advice, nutrition guidance, and gift bags to support healthy pregnancies and raise mental health awareness. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The Rotary Club of Spring Township is hosting a casino night on Saturday, May 16 at BarnHouse Bar and Venue (31 Hickory Road) where guests will get $2,000 in casino chips to play games and enjoy food, drinks, live music and raffles, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Reading & Northern Railroad will serve its new Iron Horse Coffee Company brew on trains and in its Jim Thorpe café car starting May 22. The offering includes a Colombian blend available in regular, decaf, and seasonal options with hints of chocolate, toffee, and vanilla. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven local concerts will take place next week. Zzzahara kicks off Friday at The Foundry & Buckcherry will perform Tuesday at Archer Music Hall to support their new album, while Lorna Shore, Failure, and Valentina Sounds add to the vibrant musical lineup. Reading Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Berks’ Best 2026 awards have announced 37 finalist high school seniors from 11 categories, including Business, Communications, and Performing Arts. Local schools such as Gov. Mifflin, Exeter, and Wilson each nominated two students with interviews following the judging round. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reading businesses in the CRIZ zone must file an annual tax report for the 2025 tax year by June 15, submitting it to both the state and city. The report is informational only and CRRIZA partnered with an accounting firm to offer free assistance. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Berks girls track teams earned 15 top seeds including dual seeding by Lily Paolini and Julia Leady. The two-day District 3 meet for Class 2A and 3A athletes will begin Friday at Shippensburg University and finish Saturday. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The Wilson Bulldogs clinched their 14th consecutive county championship by beating Twin Valley 9-3 on Tuesday, May 12 at Alvernia University. Senior midfielder Luke Azzanesi's first-half hat trick helped the team secure a win — boosting their District 3 Class 3A playoff hopes. Reading Eagle
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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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