Saturday, June 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ State Rep Mark Gillen honored five first responders on Wednesday in Robeson Township for their bravery during an April 28 house fire on White Bear Road that killed three people and injured firefighters, awarding citations to Lt. Christian Sixtos-Flores, Barry Readinger, Deputy Chief Brian Rhein, Cpl. Jeb Cooper, and Chief Scott Gullo – they risked their lives to pull victims from the blaze and perform CPR despite heavy smoke and heat. Reading Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gavin Mata, owner of the Bally-based personal care agency, pleaded guilty to Medicaid fraud and perjury and was sentenced by Judge Thomas Parisi to one month in jail (22 months of parole and five years of probation) and must pay $235,778 in restitution after his scheme falsely billed Medicaid for services not rendered. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nine Berks County housing programs received a total of $2.1 million from Pennsylvania to support affordable housing initiatives — recipients include Opportunity House, which will convert the Eckert House into 15 units, and local groups aiding eviction prevention — the funds come from natural gas impact fees and a realty transfer tax. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday night, Darin Ruf, Dusty Wathan and Trevor May were inducted into Baseballtown Hall of Fame at FirstEnergy Stadium. Ruf set a home run record in August 2012 while Wathan and May celebrated their deep ties to Reading—marking a milestone in the town's rich baseball history. Reading Eagle
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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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Ryan Adams Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ryan Adams live and enjoy an evening of incredible music.
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