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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Reading man, 44, died when he became trapped in an industrial paper shredder at Vital Records Control in Muhlenberg Township on Wednesday at about 3:45 p.m.—police said OSHA began investigating the incident. Reading Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two new restaurants will reopen in West Reading. Midtown Sip Savor & Social will take over 600 Penn Ave — the old Say Cheese! Restaurant and Cheese, while Restaurant Blackbird will open at 619 Penn Ave to offer a new dining experience. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the 34th annual WWII Weekend begins at the Mid Atlantic Air Museum in Berks County and will feature over 70 historic aircraft with live entertainment—Gates open at 8:30 a.m. each day as the event serves as the museum’s main fundraiser. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Southern Junior High/Middle School alumni—District Judge Sandy Eshelman Fegley, Bart L. Ganster, and Kirk Sanocki—were inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame on May 30 in the gym, and the alumni association held its biennial reunion the next day at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton to mark the school’s 100th anniversary. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Kutztown University held a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 5th for the new Hawkinson Welcome Center. The center includes a renovated Poplar House + a new 10,300 square foot addition with a lobby, meeting room + offices for staff. Reading Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Schuylkill River Greenways is using goats to remove invasive species from Reeser's Landing, a two and a half acre property in Gibraltar, Birdsboro—an eco-friendly plan that began when the goats arrived Wednesday night and will last for about a week. WFMZ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Berks County Commissioners voted Thursday morning on annual contracts for workforce training that awarded $249,997 to Berks Latino Workforce Development Corp and $250,000 to Connections Work—its apprenticeship program helps people reenter society. They also approved a site investigation at Stonecliffe Park that may limit public access later and promoted two county employees effective June 6 and June 23. WFMZ-TV
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Victor Manuelle Concert
8:00-10:00 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Victor Manuelle live in Reading, PA.
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Run For The Ages Trail Race
8:30 a.m. — Nolde Forest, Reading, PA — $30-$35 entry fee — Experience a scenic 10K trail through beautiful Nolde Forest with age-graded starts for a fair competition.
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Travel Photography Near and Far
7-9 PM — Berks Photographic Society — $10 donation for non-members — Discover the art of travel photography through engaging stories and stunning visuals.
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Sommerfest Saturday June 21 Gates open at 3 Music 4-7
The Ultimate German celebration of Summer in Berks County's best kept secret. Live music by the Alpenlanders, with food and beverage available. $10 for non members $5 for members
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5th Annual Pawfest Block Party
12-5 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate with a day of activities honoring our furry friends and German culture.
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Fireflies: Nature’s Fireworks
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Angora Fruit Farm, Berks County Parks & Recreation — $ — Explore the magic of fireflies and learn about Pennsylvania's state insect in a picturesque setting.
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Berks Celtic Fest 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — Reading Liederkranz — Free for RLK members — Celebrate Celtic culture with food, music, and festivities.
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