Reading to Host 3rd Annual Halloween on Penn Event: A Spooktacular Evening of Fun, Candy, and Costumes

The City of Reading invites residents to the 3rd Annual Halloween on Penn event on October 25th, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the 600 block of Penn Street.

The event will feature vendors providing candies and Halloween items, pumpkin decorating stations, and a photo booth, with attendees encouraged to wear costumes. Free parking is available from 4 to 9 p.m. at the 4th and Cherry Garage and South Penn Garage, courtesy of The Reading Parking Authority

Upcoming Local Events

• The Return of The Sounds of SunnyBrook House Band - Oct 11th, 1:00 PM EDT

• THE LAST BIG BAND – LIVE AT RIVET! -
  Oct 11th, 6:00 PM

• Eagles Themed Bingo at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook -

  Oct 11th, 7:00 PM EDT

• LADIES NIGHT LIVE: SHADES OF MEN IN MOTION XXL (THE SHOW) AT RIVET! - Oct 12th 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

• Trivia Thursday's at Gatsby's Pub -
  Oct 12th 7:00 PM EDT

• Peer Respite Comedy Fundraiser at SoulJoel's -

  Oct 12th, 7:00 PM EDT

• Trivia Night at Iron Gate Biergarten -
  Oct 12th, 7:00-10 PM

• THE UPTOWN BAND AT RIVET! -

  Oct 13th, 8:00 - 11:30 PM

• Katie Hannigan at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook -

  Oct 13th, 8:00 PM EDT

• RIVET ROCKTOBERFEST III -

  Oct 14th 1:00 - 10:00 PM

• Fall Fest 2023 at Northern Star Farm
  Oct 14th, 10-5 PM
  Oct 15th, 10-5 PM

• North End Swim Club's 4th Annual Community Fall Fest -
  Oct 14th, 2-5 PM

• Horse’s & Hayrides at The Gilbertsville Farm -
  Oct 14th, 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Get Lost in the Hollow, a Corn Maze Fundraiser -
  Oct 14th, 6-9 PM

• Hocus Pocus in the Park @ Limerick Community Park -
  Oct 14th, 6 PM

• Rachel Feinstein at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook -

  Oct 14th, 7:00 PM EDT

• Adult Magic Show w/ Ari Paul -

  Oct 14th, 9:00 PM EDT

• Amity Harvest Fest -
  Oct 14th @ 12PM - October 15th, 6PM

• Fall Festival at Boyertown Community Park -
  Oct 15th, 12-4:30 PM

• Halloween Light Show -
  Oct 15th, 7-9:30 PM

• Kunal C Arora at SoulJoel's inside SunnyBrook -

  Oct 15th, 8:00 PM EDT

• Week Without Violence YWCA Tri-County Event - October 16th-21st - 2 PM

• Flash Light Corn Maze @ The Gilbertsville Farm-
  Oct 17th, 6 - 9 PM EDT

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Exeter Township Supervisors Unanimously Approve Chick-fil-A Land Redevelopment Plan to Enhance Kitchen and Drive-Thru Efficiency

The Exeter Township supervisors unanimously approved the Chick-fil-A land redevelopment plan in a notably brief meeting on Monday night.

The plan, which began in May, involves reconfiguring the site to expand the kitchen area and create two drive-thru lanes to enhance food preparation and traffic flow. Although the reconfiguration results in the loss of 11 parking stalls, the practical impact is negligible since the current setup already blocks 11 spaces to aid drive-thru efficiency.

The parking arrangement complies with township code, and no additional indoor seating will be added. New landscaping will be introduced to replace that removed during construction.

CRIME

Serial Child Molester Confronted by Victims in Court, Receives 25 to 54 Years, Likely to Spend Rest of Life Behind Bars

Thomas M. Jeffers, a man from Lower Providence, was sentenced to 25 to 54 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple counts of child rape and sexual abuse related to incidents from 1996 to 2003.

Two victims, now adults, confronted him in court, sharing the lifelong trauma and struggles they've faced due to the abuse. Jeffers, who had previous convictions for similar offenses in the 1980s, showed no reaction to the emotional testimonies.

Despite arguments from his defense about his own history of being sexually abused and psychological issues, the judge, moved by the victims' bravery and the severity of the impact on their lives, imposed a sentence that likely means Jeffers will die in prison.

Chester County Correctional Officer Arrested for Smuggling Drugs into Prison, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Antoine Williams, a 27-year-old correctional officer from Philadelphia, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies for allegedly smuggling drugs and contraband into Chester County Prison.

Inmates informed authorities about Williams' activities, which included hiding drugs in trash bag rolls and distributing them to prisoners, while receiving payments via a cash app.

The allegations were supported by prison security videos and records of numerous cash app transactions between an inmate's relative, Williams' associates, and Williams himself.

Williams, who is charged with eight felony counts of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance and other related offenses, is currently free on $150,000 unsecured bail, with a preliminary hearing set for October 18.

LOCAL SPORTS

EAGLES

Eagles Aim to Extend Winning Streaks in Week 6 Showdown Against Improved Jets at MetLife Stadium

The Philadelphia Eagles, maintaining a 5-0 record after defeating the Los Angeles Rams, will face the New York Jets in Week 6, aiming to advance to 6-0 this season and 13-0 in their all-time series against the Jets, which spans 50 years.

The Eagles, entering the game as 6.5-point road favorites, have shown a strong performance under coach Nick Sirianni, especially in road games. While the Jets have demonstrated competitive play despite challenges, their quarterback Zach Wilson, with four touchdowns to six turnovers this season, may not pose a significant threat. The upcoming game could be closely contested before a potential pull-away by the Eagles.

PHILLIES

Phillies and Braves Locked at 1-1 in NLDS: Momentum and Strategy Crucial in Upcoming Games in Philadelphia

The Phillies and the Braves are tied 1-1 in the 2023 National League Division Series, mirroring the previous season's scenario. Despite a strong start in Game 2, with Zack Wheeler's no-hit bid and a 4-0 lead, the Phillies experienced a meltdown, including Wheeler giving up a two-run homer and the team leaving 11 runners on base, resulting in a 5-4 win for the Braves.

While the Phillies express confidence and cite their strong postseason record at Citizens Bank Park, the Braves aim to maintain momentum in the upcoming games in Philadelphia.

Aaron Nola, who has previously delivered strong performances against the Braves, will start Game 3, while the Braves have not announced their starter. Both teams acknowledge the need for strategic play and managing momentum in the upcoming games.

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