Good morning, Reading.

Betty Guldin turned 100 today at Mifflin Court Senior Living in Cumru Township where family and friends gathered to celebrate.

She credited her daily half-hour walks for her long, healthy life.

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance shared five achievements from 2025 including a $2 million manufacturing loan, a third award for its marketing team, record membership, and a larger Women2Women conference.

GRCA will launch new 2026 efforts — a Workforce Housing Taskforce and transport upgrades — to boost local business.

Reading is preparing for a festive New Year’s Eve — with events including a James Bond-themed symphony concert at Santander Performing Arts Center, a Moon Over New York City Gala at DoubleTree, a noon museum balloon drop, a Royals’ Pajama Party game, and 9:30 p.m. fireworks from Mount Penn.

Residents saw an 8.9% increase in utility rates on Dec.

1 as Met Ed raised prices amid delays in renewable energy projects. Advocates say PJM (the grid-managing agency) must speed project approvals to help lower future costs and boost clean energy supply.

UIIN released its latest thought-leadership edition featuring Alvernia University’s O'Pake Institute, which trains local students as consultants through Project #6 and the SPARK Business Incubator.

The digital thoughtbook is free for download today.

Reading High beat Berks Catholic 48-40 on Monday night at the Geigle when Jostin DeCastro scored 18 points, including 12 in the final quarter; the team was scheduled to face Lansdale Catholic at 7:15 p.m. in the championship game.

Gary Owen Live Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets required — Experience two decades of sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling from comedian Gary Owen.

Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Reading Royals Hockey Game

7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Watch on FloHockey — Cheer for your favorite team in this exciting hockey matchup.