Reading
Morning News
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reading will host Halloween on Penn for the fifth year—dozens of vendors will offer free candy, prizes, and goodies for local families. The event continues a five-year tradition of lively community celebrations. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Teri Jensen-Sellers, a breast cancer survivor in Pottstown, will soon receive a new roof donated and installed by Bachman's Roofing — a Berks County company — as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition fundraiser begins tomorrow with matching donations up to $10,000. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Genesius Theatre will show The Shark is Broken—a comedy that reveals the problems during the making of Jaws. The play runs from Oct. 3 to Oct. 12 with shows at 7:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at 153 N. 10th Street, and tickets cost $18 to $35.50. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Earlier Monday, the Berks Military History Museum in Mohnton hosted a ceremony in which Belgian Consulate official Filip Vanden Bulcke honored World War II veterans Frank Stellar and Ray Parker—who fought in the Battle of the Bulge—by presenting them with the Order of Leopold medal for their bravery. The award recognizes their sacrifice and keeps alive the memory of the fight for freedom. Reading Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five Berks school districts are receiving Live Healthy grants from Capital Blue Cross — Fleetwood, Daniel Boone, Gov. Mifflin, Hamburg, and Tulpehocken — to boost student wellness with programs like mentoring, after-school physical activities, archery, and advanced Stop the Bleed training. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Berks County nonprofit reported that critical state funds for addiction recovery services are stalled due to the budget impasse, risking treatment beds and prevention programs in the area. Local lawmakers continue to debate the delay as funds that normally arrive by July remain on hold—raising concerns about support for vulnerable residents. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ The 12th annual Guts and Glory Digestive and Wellness Expo will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jim Dietrich Park in Muhlenberg Township, offering free entry with interactive health exhibits, fitness zones, food trucks, and an inflatable colon exhibit; My Gut Instinct Inc is hosting the event with title sponsor Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center—rain date is Sunday. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilson’s Jin Lin Chen won the No. 1 singles title and then teamed with Brooke Mengel to capture the first flight doubles championship at Gov. Mifflin High School on Tuesday—defeating Kutztown’s Madelyn Maley and Clara Engel 6-3, 6-1. Reading Eagle
- ➤ On Monday, Fleetwood defeated Brandywine Heights 3 to 1 as Gigi Gonzalez scored and assisted while Sophie Toucher added a goal, and Twin Valley blanked Reading High 7 to 0 with Ellie Kaplan scoring three times. Gov. Mifflin beat Conrad Weiser 3 to 0 with goals by Zyra Thompson, Anya Medianick, and Kali Schrufer — the wins highlight a strong day in girls soccer. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Wilson will honor seven new members of its Athletic Hall of Fame during halftime of a home football game against Penn Manor on Friday, Oct. 10—this ceremony will celebrate achievements in sports from athletes and a coach with long-lasting impacts on the school's programs. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Conrad Weiser high school's boys cross country team placed third out of 29 teams at the NEPA Invitational held on September 30 at Bloomsburg University; senior Aiden Igielski (16:46.9 for the 5000 meter course) led the team, while freshman Abby Petersheim finished seventh in the girls race as the team placed tenth with 291 points. Reading Eagle
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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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Aaron Lewis Concert
3:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the Grammy nominated former Staind frontman as he promotes his new solo album.
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Aeros and Autos Car Show
9 AM – 2 PM — Reading Regional Airport — Kids 8 and Under Free — Experience a unique showcase of classic cars and aircraft at this community-oriented event.
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X Revolucion Salsera Live
9 p.m. — El Primo Bar & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Dance the night away with X Revolucion Salsera and enjoy drink specials.
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Yellow Brick Joel: Face To Face Tribute
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Event rate parking available — Celebrate the legendary hits of Billy Joel and Elton John performed live.
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Reading Hospital Road Run
12:00 – 3:30 PM — 420 S 6th Ave, West Reading, PA — Check registration for fees — Participate in the 1/2 marathon, 5K, or fun run to support the community.
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How AI is Changing Photography
7-9 p.m. — Berks Photographic Society — $10 donation — Explore the transformative impact of AI on photography and enhance your creative potential.
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