Hidden Treasure Trove
Why Greater Reading is a thrifter’s dream destination Greater Reading is a treasure trove for thrift lovers! This region hosts a vibrant thrifting scene that stands out. With over 40
Alvernia and Albright Drive a $300M Economic Impact in Pennsylvania
A new study by the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP) reveals that Albright College and Alvernia University have a significant annual economic impact of over $303
Reading’s Newest Supermarket Brings Fresh Food and Economic Growth
A new supermarket, Super Natural & Fresh Produce III, has opened in Reading at 243 N. 4th Street. The $19 million project, led by grocer Leopoldo Sanchez and supported by
Berks County Community Foundation to Host “Elevate Berks” Community Forum
Berks County Community Foundation will host a virtual community forum, Elevate Berks, on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom. Elevate Berks is a community-wide initiative
Healing the Planet Grant Backs Hawk Mountain Tree Project
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in northern Berks County has received a grant from The GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s 2025 Healing the Planet program. The funding will support native tree
Vincent Simmons
Vincent Simmons, Student at Albright College LLP Intern at Baker Tilly US Where are you from originally? Glassboro, New Jersey How has your experience in Greater Reading shaped your academic
GoggleWorks Expands With Art Park and New Campus Projects
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, now celebrating its 20th anniversary, is expanding its footprint in downtown Reading with a multi-phase Art Park and new building project. Phase 1 of the
How Local Higher Education Connects with the Greater Reading Community
Higher education institutions across Greater Reading are deeply involved in the community, offering programs that extend their impact beyond the classroom. Alvernia University’s CollegeTowne initiative is growing with a new
Reading to Host 4th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway
Mayor Eddie Morán and State Representative Manny Guzman are hosting the 4th Annual Back-to-School Giveaway in Reading on Friday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will
Helping Harvest Community Kitchen Celebrates Grand Opening in Reading
The Helping Harvest Community Kitchen, a new 7,200-square-foot facility located adjacent to the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading, is essential to feeding people in need and combating food
John “JD” Turner
John “JD” Turner, Owner of Holistic Skateshop Lives in Mohnton What motivated you to start your business in Greater Reading? I wanted to make a difference in the lives of Greater
Downtown Reading Buildings See Redevelopment Progress
Reading City Council received an update on the status of three key downtown buildings, each in a different stage of redevelopment. The Berkshire Apartments, at 501 Washington St., is now
