Reading
Morning News
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Georgia, a local mother of 11, relies on Operation Holiday's 35-year donation program — funded solely by community contributions — to receive gift cards for food and holiday presents this season. The program, partnering with 21 local agencies, has recently referred nearly 200 families in need. Reading Eagle
- ➤ A first grader raised over $1,000 with his hot chocolate stand + his mom confirmed that Rohm delivered the funds to the Food Bank of Somerset County. The achievement is boosting community pride and support across the area. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Today, Shillington celebrated the holiday season with a community ceremony featuring newly lit displays on Main Street — drawing families and neighbors to enjoy the festive atmosphere. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Reading native Suzanne Cody was honored in Wyomissing by the Rotary Club as the Paul Harris Fellow and first People of Action Award recipient for cofounding Help a Girl Out, a campaign aiding low-income women and girls in Berks and Schuylkill counties — underscoring her dedication to community service. Reading Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bear Creek Mountain Resort in Longswamp Township upgraded its snowmaking system with 20 new automated guns and 4,500 feet of pipes, setting the stage for an early season with snowmobile races on Friday and skiing on Saturday. A new snack shack will offer light fare + Adirondack chairs for guests. WFMZ-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gring’s Mill has kicked off its 37th annual holiday lights event today – visitors can see a new train display, enjoy live music, and take pictures with Santa until Dec. 23 in Berks County. WFMZ-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state agency will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. at the Gilbertsville Fire and Rescue Station in Gilbertsville to update residents on its investigation of PFAS contamination from the closed landfill at 45 Diehl Dr.—testing began in 2019 and continued through May. Reading Eagle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reading officials are expanding the lead reduction program to protect children in older homes (mostly built before 1978) as the team works through federal rules and contractor scheduling challenges. They urged more families to apply for environmental assessments after a federal report said the program is behind its targets. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Twin Valley’s undefeated Raiders meet Southern Lehigh at 7 p.m. today for the Class 4A state title at Cumberland Valley High School — a game that could cap off their historic season. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Riverside High School standout Tavian Branch announced his commitment to Auburn on Wednesday & will enroll in January after previously pledging to Rutgers and Penn State during a challenging recruiting process. 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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