Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
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🏘️ Community
About 140 Berks County veterans enjoyed a Thanksgiving luncheon sponsored by Penske Truck Leasing, reflecting strong community support.
Janice, a mother of four who escaped an abusive situation, expresses gratitude for the support and resources provided by Helping Harvest and Operation Holiday, helping her family stabilize and thrive.
Centre Park Historic District inaugurates its first living Christmas tree, marking a new tradition by replacing cut trees with a permanent planted one.
🚨 Crime
A man in Schuylkill County was charged with theft for stealing a package with 5 iPhones, as recorded by a doorbell camera.
A man in Schuylkill County was charged for attempting to steal a package, captured by doorbell camera, during a confrontation with another would-be thief.
🎭 Culture
The WCR Center for the Arts is awarded a $10,425 Neag Foundation grant to support six programs in its 2024-2025 Performing Arts Season, enhancing Reading's cultural scene.
🎓 Education
Berks County's Governor Mifflin and Wilson School Districts will enhance student safety by equipping 110 buses with AI-based stop-arm cameras to deter illegal passing, starting January 6, 2025.
🏛️ Government
Reading City Council aims to approve an unofficial Spanish translation of the city's home rule charter by the end of the year, with plans for a voter referendum to officialize it.
🏈 Sports
Reading High leads with a 51-37 win over Bishop Shananhan, highlighting girls' high school basketball results from Dec.
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The Berks Girls Basketball League season begins with key teams and players aiming for success in county, district, and state playoffs.
🎉 Reading Events
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People, Place, and Things Exhibition at Penn State Berks
Experience an exhibition showcasing artists from Eastern Pennsylvania who explore themes of place-making and regional identity.
Reading Symphony Orchestra's Holiday Concert
Experience an enchanting evening of festive music at the Reading Symphony Orchestra's 'Home for the Holidays' concert.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition at Penn State Berks
Experience an exhibition showcasing artists connected to Eastern Pennsylvania, exploring themes of place-making and regional identity.
Home Alone Tour with Macaulay Culkin
Experience a live event featuring Macaulay Culkin discussing his iconic role in the film 'Home Alone' at the Santander Arena.
Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay
Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully lit candlelit setting at the Miller Center for the Arts.
Boscov's Fairgrounds Farmers Market - Year Round Shopping Experience
The Boscov's Fairgrounds Farmers Market offers a variety of fresh produce and goods every Saturday, providing a local shopping experience in Reading, PA.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition
This exhibition features artists from Eastern Pennsylvania whose works explore themes of place-making and regional identity.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition at Penn State Berks
This exhibition showcases artists from Eastern Pennsylvania whose works explore themes of place-making and regional identity.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition
This exhibition at Penn State Berks features artists from Eastern Pennsylvania exploring themes of place-making and regional identity.
Pagoda Holiday Run
This annual festive running event invites participants to don holiday attire for an 8-mile run from Fleet Feet West Reading to Mount Penn.
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