Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
Good morning, Reading.
🏘️ Community
Jim Boscov, chairman of Boscov’s Department Store and Our City Reading Inc., was named the 2025 BCIU Outstanding Community Partner Award recipient for his decades of leadership and community service in Reading.
His work with the Helping Harvest Annex project and neighborhood revitalization efforts has boosted local education and opportunities — a legacy that will benefit families for years to come.
🚨 Crime
Virginia man Richard Edgar was arraigned Thursday on 19 counts for stalking a Berks County woman and making false child abuse reports in Caernarvon Township after calls on Aug.
17, 19, and 20—he now remains in Berks County Jail without bail.
Family members of Travelle Martin—wanted on felony assault charges—requested help from Berks officials after he disappeared from a Flying Hills home on Jan.
2, while police continue searching for him.
🏥 Health
The Council on Chemical Abuse approved $889,405 from the Berks County Opioid Settlement Fund on August 19 to fund programs that treat and prevent opioid use disorder in Berks.
The funds will support projects like workforce development, bilingual outreach and naloxone access at the Reading YMCA — while also providing treatment services in the jail system and for families.
🏈 Sports
Conrad Weiser won 29—22 over Abington in Friday's season opener by sticking to basic plays and using a strong running game.
Coach Al Moyer said the team played with unity despite losing key players last season while Brayden Sweitzer and Javien Rivera led the rush.
Aidan Miller, the Reading Fightin Phils’ shortstop prospect, blasted two homers in an 8—4 win over the Altoona Curse at PNG Field in Lakemont on August 22.
He finished 3 for 5 with 3 RBI and 2 runs scored and is batting .249 with 12 home runs this season.
🎉 Reading Events
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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.
Nurse Blake
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $53 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious performance.
Zach Williams Revival Nights Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience hope-filled music from Grammy Winner Zach Williams on his Revival Nights Fall 2025 Tour.
Dusty Slay Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Nashville's stand-up comedian Dusty Slay.
Los Tigres Del Norte Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Tickets start at $81 — Enjoy live performances from the legendary band Los Tigres Del Norte in Reading, PA.
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