Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
Good morning, Reading.
The Oley Valley Halloween parade delighted local families with spooky festivities on Saturday—bringing creative costumes and fun activity to the area.
Olivet Reformed United Church of Christ and St. Andrew’s United Church of Christ will hold a special Holy Communion service today at 9:15 a.m. at Olivet—marking the 300th anniversary of the first German Reformed Church communion in America—while other local churches host fall festivals, trunk or treats, and community bazaars.
The Reading chapter of Sisters Network held a fundraising gala Saturday night in Berks County to honor breast cancer survivors and help people learn about early cancer screening.
Founder Karen Eubanks Jackson and chapter president Dorraine Holbert urged locals to get tested — sharing free help and information to save lives.
Berks County real estate transactions recorded today show transfers with sale amounts ranging from $1 to over $1 million and some properties with no money exchanged—these deeds are filed as public records at the recorder’s office.
The report is based on the latest file from the county recorder.
Conestoga Valley rallied from a 17-7 deficit by scoring two late touchdown passes from Sawyer Esbenshade to Jayden Conaway, winning 21-17 over Exeter on Friday night.
The Buckskins remain undefeated at (9-0) and will face Muhlenberg in their regular season finale.
Daniel Boone won its first game of the season with a 26 to 23 victory over Northern Lehigh on Friday night as Haydn Moyer ran for 190 yards and Dominic Stoudt scored with both runs and a 7-yard touchdown pass.
Wilson beat McCaskey 56 to 0 and Muhlenberg edged Academy Park 42 to 37—results that set up a championship showdown for Wilson and a crucial home game for Muhlenberg as the season nears its end.
The Wyomissing Spartans beat Octorara with a score of 49 to 8 on Saturday at Wyomissing as 13 players rushed for a total of 332 yards and key touchdowns came from Justice Hardy and Marcus Armstead.
The team will finish its regular season on Friday night at Lampeter-Strasburg before starting District 3 Class 4A tournament play.
The Berks Rugby girls team has been invited to play in Italy — a sign of the sport's growing popularity — and will travel there to compete in international games.
Annville Cleona beat Schuylkill Valley 14—7 and Berks Catholic beat Hamburg 38—7, giving both teams 6—0 league records.
They will meet at Berks Catholic at 7 p.m. Friday for the Lancaster—Lebanon League Section 5 title.
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.
Fall 2025 Job Fair
1-5 p.m. — Redner's Event Center — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore exciting job opportunities on your career journey.
Halloween Bash
12-2 p.m. — Bernville Area Community Library — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with crafts, snacks, and a live concert by the Reading Philharmonic Orchestra.
Michael Jackson Tribute by Who's Bad
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a power-packed tribute to the King of Pop with the longest-running Michael Jackson tribute band.
Reading Royals vs. Trois-Rivières Lions
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Santander Arena — Group Tickets from $10 — Enjoy an exciting hockey matchup with affordable group outings available.
Dustin Lynch & Scotty McCreery Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Event rate parking available — Enjoy an evening of hit country music with top artists Dustin Lynch and Scotty McCreery.
Reading Symphony Orchestra - Mozart and More
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Enjoy a night of classical elegance featuring Mozart’s beloved compositions alongside Elgar and Brahms.
Reading Royals vs. Wheeling Nailers
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Santander Arena — Group tickets starting at $10 — Catch an exciting hockey showdown with affordable group options.
Twilight in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the beloved score of Twilight brought to life in concert.
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