Reading
Morning News
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saturday, June 6 marks the 75th Shoemakersville Children’s Fair and Parade in Shoemakersville. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at 8th and Main streets with grand marshal Kyle Lord, and family activities with food, games & a basket raffle will support local youth programs. Berks Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Lutheran Church will launch its 275th anniversary celebrations on May 31 with festival worship at 10 a.m. and a free organ recital at 1:30 p.m. at its historic sanctuary on Washington Street; the church also announced a $3,000,000 restoration project. Berks Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a recent city council meeting, board president Dr. Melissa Jamula detailed how the Reading Education Foundation spent nearly $300K over five years funding programs such as hydroponic gardens and theater trips that impacted over 15,000 students—fostering new opportunities for local education. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro & Secretary Rick Siger announced today a $17M Main Street Matters funding round, with West Reading receiving $60K to support facade improvements at six small businesses as part of more than 50 statewide projects. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ City of Reading launched a pilot grant program to convert vacant upper-floor spaces on Penn Street into workforce housing. Applications for competitive grants of $25,000 to $100,000 are accepted through July 3 — the initiative aims to reduce a shortage of about 5,000 units while supporting redevelopment. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The Spring Township Board of Supervisors postponed its public hearing on a proposed Raising Cane's fast-food restaurant for a third time, setting the next meeting for June 22 at 7:15 p.m. The decision, linked to changes in the Spring Ridge residential development, delays the project further. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ City Council is reviewing a proposal by developer Alan Shuman to install restored stained-glass windows in a new sun porch at a planned guest house on 42 S. Fifth St. near the historic Trexler Mansion, and the council will vote on the measure at its next meeting on June 8. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Reading Hospital, trauma survivors including Harlie Trumbach and Steve McLaughlin shared personal recovery stories during an event that celebrated their progress and the care team who helped rebuild their lives. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Wilson edged New Oxford 12-11 in District 3 Class 3A after Ian Miller scored five goals and Twin Valley won 13-1 over Cocalico with Cooper Glass netting six goals — both teams will play in the opening rounds of the PIAA tournament. Reading Eagle
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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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