Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
Good morning, Reading.
Amity Athletic Club opens its sports complex for a first responder celebration today from 5 to 10 p.m. at the complex — 63 Amity Park Road, offering free swimming pool use, food trucks and fireworks.
Berks County communities are planning National Night Out events Tuesday evening to help neighbors connect with law enforcement and first responders.
The events feature free food, games, and local activities — including police displays and family fun — at multiple venues such as Gov. Mifflin Intermediate School and Reading neighborhoods.
For more than two decades, Josh Spudeno has worked in the risky tree service business in Reading, using strict safety steps such as helmets and hand signals (tools that help his crew work safely near live power lines and storm hazards).
He plans to grow his business, train new workers, and create a TV show to share how tree work and safety keep yards healthy.
State troopers arrested truck driver Omari G.
Grant of Brooklyn on Thursday when his truck was stopped on I-78 in Bethel Township for displaying false temporary tags—records showed the tags did not match New Jersey data and his past violations made him a flight risk.
Opportunity House has named Emily Cumens as the new Assistant Director of the Patton Avenue Learning Center at Oakbrook Homes in Reading.
Emily, who worked with the YMCA in Berwyn and Boyertown, will help provide affordable early childhood education and care from Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
On Thursday afternoon, heavy rain flooded the Spring Street underpass—a problem locals have seen for years.
Two drivers ignored the barricades and drove into the water, causing their cars to sink.
Summer Concert Series with Vinyl Rush
6-8:30 p.m. — Jim Dietrich Park — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of live music along the river with local food and drinks.
Toad the Wet Sprocket Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may fluctuate — Experience the live music of Toad the Wet Sprocket in an intimate setting.
Nate Bargatze Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with renowned comedian Nate Bargatze.
RiverFest
11 AM – 10 PM — Jim Dietrich Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate local music and culinary delights along the scenic Schuylkill River.
Anuel AA Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices starting from $128 — Experience the vibrant performance of Anuel AA live in Reading, PA.
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