Reading
Morning News
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helping Harvest prepared 14,386 Thanksgiving heat-and-eat-ready meals mainly for seniors in Berks and Schuylkill after a month of work at its new 7,000-square-foot community kitchen at GoggleWorks II on Washington St.- Volunteers also packed 4,752 Thanksgiving boxes and readied whole turkeys and turkey breasts to help families facing food insecurity. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Weis Markets donated $20,000 to Helping Harvest Food Bank in Spring Township through combined customer and corporate contributions—part of its 18th annual Fight Hunger program to assist families facing food insecurity. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hamburg Area High School will stage the 'Mary Poppins' musical later this month—presented by Hamburg Area School District and Hamburg Hawks Performing Arts—with performances on Friday, November 21 at 7 p.m., Saturday, November 22 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 23 at 2 p.m. The production features classic songs and student-led staging, and tickets cost $10 at the school auditorium. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Sister Rose Bartnicki led small groups at St. Ignatius Loyola Parish in Spring Township to teach parishioners her time-tested recipe for traditional Polish kolaczki. She explained each step and the need for careful rolling and filling (a method she perfected over decades). Reading Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln University and Alvernia University signed an agreement today to broaden graduate education and hands-on learning by offering fully funded assistantships and reserved seats in advanced programs. The partnership will also create new undergraduate pathways in engineering—strengthening practical training and regional innovation. Alvernia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Reading’s Pagoda underwent a successful test of its new exterior lighting system and will remain lit as renovations continue under Mayor Eddie Morán’s direction. Officials said the test is part of a wide-ranging plan to restore the landmark—improving its structure, accessibility, and preservation efforts. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ A major water main break disrupted water service for about 8,000 customers on Monday night in Reading—workers shut down the supply along Lancaster Avenue and continued repairs through the night amid lane restrictions and efforts to restore service. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Berks County Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz introduced House Bill 634—known as Alyssa’s Law—on Monday at a committee hearing in Harrisburg to support installing panic buttons in classrooms for faster emergency response. Experts, law enforcement and education officials testified on using safety grants to fund the measures, and schools will decide on adopting them. WFMZ-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Berks County EMS providers warned that funding cuts and low insurance payments are threatening the eight-minute response time that saves lives—long-standing agencies may soon close without more support. Lawmakers and EMS leaders met at Mount Penn Borough Hall to discuss urgent funding and legislative reforms to keep ambulance services on track. Reading Eagle
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers Christopher Posch and Michael Duka are changing the old D.S.W. Hosiery Mill on Moss Street into 55 new apartments designed as affordable, quality homes for local workers with 37 two-bedroom and 18 one-bedroom units. The $6 million project will offer on-site laundry, a tenant gym and a landscaped courtyard — while preserving key historic features of the building. Reading Eagle
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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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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Event rate parking available — Experience legendary rock and metal reimagined with classical elegance in a stunning gothic atmosphere.
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Reading Royals vs. Wheeling Nailers Hockey Game
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group tickets starting at $10 with food add-ons — Experience an exciting night of hockey with affordable group options.
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Reading Royals vs. Worcester Railers
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group Tickets starting at $10 — Enjoy an exciting hockey match and tasty treats with your crew.
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Kuarantine - KISS Tribute with Chris Jericho
7-9:30 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — $25 ADV | $30 DOS — Experience the world’s best non-makeup KISS cover band with a rock n roll party featuring Chris Jericho.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage in Reading.
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