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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Berks County Sheriff’s Office is seeking two fugitives—Dionisio Morales, 47, last seen in the 1200 block of North Ninth Street for fraudulently obtaining food stamps, and Jenna Garman, 32, last seen in the 1300 block of Fairview Avenue for giving a false witness statement on a firearm purchase background check—with physical details provided and anyone with information urged to call 610-478-6390. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Studio B in Boyertown will open an art exhibit called LIFE on Aug. 29 from 5–7 p.m.—the free show featuring local artists in all mediums will run until Nov. 30. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT will close lanes on Route 222 south of Berks County in Lancaster County from Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. to Aug. 25 at 6 a.m. to repair bridges between Bushong Road and Pool Road—this work is part of an $8.5 million project that will finish on Oct. 20. Reading Eagle
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Reading hosted the Duryea Hillclimb race on Sunday afternoon when drivers from 13 states raced along the 2.2-mile course on Duryea Drive as part of the Pennsylvania Hillclimb Championship Series, and fans lined the route while donations raised benefited local community groups. WFMZ-TV
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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.
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RiverFest
11 AM – 10 PM — Jim Dietrich Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate local music and culinary delights along the scenic Schuylkill River.
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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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