Reading
Morning News
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Camel Project will host a free forum called Power in Unity: Accountability to Our Community on Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. at the Boscov Theater at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts. Representatives from Bethany Children’s Home, Green Building Alliance and The Camel Project will share their efforts to reduce youth violence and honor lost local youth — the event will conclude with an open dialogue session for community input. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Filmmaker Ann Goodman made a new documentary that tells the story of James Murphy—known locally as Stoneman Willie—whose preserved body remained at a funeral home for over a century. The sold-out film premiere took place Friday night at GoggleWorks Boscov Theater and she partnered with 69 News’ Tom Rader to shape the project. WFMZ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Reading City Hall glows purple to support the Reading Royals home opener. On Tuesday, it will shine green to honor Veterans Day (City Hall will be closed and street sweeping paused). WFMZ-TV
- ➤ The Reading Planning Commission approved a plan that will convert the former Albright College dormitory on North 13th into 38 apartments—this redevelopment includes fencing, landscaping, stormwater improvements and other code-required infrastructure updates that the applicant must resolve. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Berks County ultramarathoner Brendan Morgan of Shillington starts his 341-mile run today from just south of Pittsburgh and plans to run about 60 miles a day until he reaches the Washington Crossing Bridge by next Thursday—he is raising funds and awareness for mental health with a live GPS tracker. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Tower Health announced major cuts on Friday—laying off 350 workers, including 131 at Pottstown Hospital, and closing key departments such as intensive care and the cancer infusion center due to rising expenses. Nurses said the sudden changes may force patients to travel further for care. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Reading Hospital kicked off No Shave November last Thursday at Building 24 to support men's initiatives at the McGlinn Cancer Institute as administration officials served signature cocktails, and the campaign aims to raise $100,000 with a beard contest at month’s end. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilson built an early lead against William Penn in the District 3 football playoff game on Nov. 7 — the scoreboard showed Wilson at 22 and William Penn at 8 by the third quarter. Reading Eagle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Alabama Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets starting at $46 — Catch Alabama live in Reading, PA for an unforgettable night of music.
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Hockey Showdown: Reading Royals vs. Wheeling Nailers
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Enjoy an exciting night of East Coast Hockey League action as the Royals face off against the Nailers.
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Reading Blues Fest Day Pass
1-5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Check website for ticket details — Experience the soulful sounds of blues legends Kevin Burt and The Three Kings.
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10th Annual Boyertown Turkey Trot
9 a.m.-1 p.m. — Boyertown Community Park — Cost not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun 5k run in Boyertown's scenic community park.
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The Leaders of Humor and Love
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the acclaimed comedic duo Raymond & Miguel as they bring their celebrated tour to Reading.
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