Reading
Morning News
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Mayor Eddie Morán hosted a Fire Victim Support Drive at the DoubleTree in Reading from 3 to 6 p.m.—he worked with partners including Boscov’s and the Reading School District to support nearly 40 families displaced by last week’s massive apartment building fire on North 5th Street. WFMZ-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An elderly man died this morning after being trapped in machinery during a farm accident in Richmond Township at the 100 block of Mine Road—emergency crews and the coroner responded. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ LaFaver Family Farm is set to expand with a new steer barn that will house 80 cattle during winter—funded by a low-interest $180,000 PA Catalyst loan from the Greater Berks Development Fund. The family farm, known for its non-GMO, grass-fed beef and growing local presence, plans to boost production to meet rising demand. Reading Eagle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State troopers arrested two men after a controlled delivery on a Reading porch intercepted a package containing 6 1/2 pounds of cocaine shipped from Puerto Rico—both were taken into custody with bail set at $150,000 and $5,000. Reading Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reading’s new City Revitalization and Improvement Zone will channel state and local taxes from a 130-acre downtown area into projects to restore dilapidated buildings and spur economic growth. The CRIZ board—nominated by the mayor, a state rep, and a state senator—will start accepting developer applications by the end of the year if pitches meet the guidelines. Berks Weekly
- ➤ The Reading City Council approved a $1.2 million grant application from the Main Street Matters program to fund facade improvements on Penn Street and business support on North Fifth Street—this proposal requires city matching funds and may lead to plans for a new downtown improvement structure. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On August 28, 2025, Reading Hospital hosted a simulation in which community health workers, including Tyleah Betances, experienced the challenges that vulnerable people face after reentry into society—struggling to secure ID, food, and shelter amid financial pressures. The exercise deepened staff understanding of the real barriers many patients confront. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Muhlenberg edged Twin Valley 3-2 in the Hamburg Tournament with goals from Alex Reyes, Fidel Sanchez and Derek Cruz—goalie Johence Avila made 2 key saves. Additional boys soccer matches saw Twin Valley win on penalty kicks against host Hamburg, Conrad Weiser defeat Wilson, Wilson beat Manheim Township 3-1, and Schuylkill Valley secure a 1-0 win over York Suburban. Reading Eagle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Beethoven Symphony No. 9
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, a powerful celebration of unity and the human spirit.
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Treaty Oak Revival Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Event rate parking available — Experience the energetic blend of Red Dirt country and punk rock with Treaty Oak Revival.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets required — Experience the epic journey of Avatar: The Last Airbender through a live orchestra performance of its beloved score.
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Times Past, Time's Passed: An Exhibition of Paintings by Robert Seabourne
You are invited to the reception for an art show of paintings by Robert Seabourne that pay tribute to the beauty & history of the Oley Valley. The show runs from October 1-25, at The Crossroads Guitar & Art in Gilbertsville.
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The Music Of Hans Zimmer and Others
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the epic scores of Hans Zimmer and more in a captivating live performance.
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