Reading
Morning News
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peter, a Pottstown father who once faced homelessness during a bitter winter in 2019, rebuilt his life with help from community programs like Operation Holiday—he now works at a foundry and plans to finish electrician training while raising his three children. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Reading’s Christmas on the Mountain opened Saturday at Hillside Playground after high winds delayed Friday’s start — volunteers worked late to finish the 5 million LED light display. The event will run nightly through Dec. 23, but planned work at Hillside Pool may limit space for future displays — city officials and organizers remain committed to the tradition. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Mary’s Shelter in Reading said families have struggled with jobs, daycare, and low income as delayed federal and state funds leave many in need, while Humane Pennsylvania said donations on Giving Tuesday will help fund food, vaccines, and low-cost programs. Both groups ask the community to keep helping whenever they can — a crucial push to support families and animals during this tough year. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Tri-County Chiropractic of Douglassville is accepting new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots until Dec. 5. Residents can drop off toys daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 990 E. Ben Franklin Highway (Route 422) in Amity Township. Reading Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ground was broken on Gateway Commerce Center in New Morgan, a planned 5 million square feet industrial park that will include 1.2 million square feet of warehouse space and direct access to Interstate 76 and Interstate 176—its first phase is expected to generate 450 jobs. Panattoni Development Co. leads the project, with construction by Brinkmann Constructors targeted to finish in the fourth quarter and the full park eventually creating 2,750 jobs. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Reading Choral Society will host the Messiah Community Sing on Dec. 7 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral—430 S. Seventh Ave., West Reading—at 5:30 p.m., where you can bring your own Messiah score or borrow one to sing the Christmas portion including the Hallelujah chorus. This free event is part of the Scottish Rite Holiday Happenings that feature a toy train, Lego displays, a live Nativity scene and a visit from Santa Claus. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Genesius Theatre in Reading will present 'The Behavior of Light,' a new play about art and Pennsylvania written and directed by Douglas Carter Beane. Set in West Reading in 1972, the play will run Friday to Sunday, Dec.12, 13 and 14; Thursday to Saturday, Dec.18, 19 and 20; and Friday and Saturday, Dec.26 and 27 with free parking available (in the lot next to the theatre). Reading Eagle
- ➤ Local artist Kambel Smith from Exeter Township uses his unique way of seeing the world to create sculptures like The Eagle’s Nest—based on Lincoln Financial Field—using materials such as cardboard, lighting, and plastics. His work has drawn attention from Reading locals and will be shown at an exhibition at Syracuse University in January. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cyber charter schools in Pennsylvania will soon follow new laws that require attendance tracking and weekly on-camera check-ins to help keep students safe and ensure they attend class. The reforms also restrict truancy transfers without judge permission and give school districts more power over residency decisions — measures aimed at strengthening accountability. WFMZ-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Applications for LIHEAP to help with heating bills open today after a monthlong delay caused by a federal government shutdown — the program will run until April 10 and provides cash and crisis grants to eligible households. Gov. Shapiro worked with utility companies to start a winter shutoff moratorium on Nov. 1 to keep homes safe during the delay. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Food safety inspectors found insect activity in a restaurant kitchen — several outlets had ready-to-eat foods without proper date marks during inspections from Nov. 12 to Nov. 25. Officials will update the results every other week as part of routine annual checks. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, Wilson won a 64-23 non-league girls basketball game over Lancaster McCaskey as Kailani Hardy scored 17 points, with 12 coming in the first quarter—Laila Jones added 12 points to help the team build a 31-5 lead early. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association is launching its new PIAA Radio Network tomorrow with the first of six broadcasts covering state championship football games. Listeners can access the free audio service through the PIAA website—also streamed on YouTube—and hear play-by-play coverage from a rotating team of announcers. Reading Eagle
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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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Champions of Magic
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets from $27 — Experience an enchanting evening filled with extraordinary magic performances.
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Adirondack Thunder vs. Reading Royals
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets starting at $13 — Watch an exciting matchup in the AHL as Thunder take on the Royals.
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World Ballet Company's The Nutcracker
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a magical ballet performance this holiday season.
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Norfolk Admirals vs. Reading Royals
4-5:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group tickets starting at $10 — Catch the thrilling action as the Admirals take on the Royals in this exciting hockey matchup.
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