Forge Bonds
Whether you’re new to Greater Reading, planning to move here, or have called it home for years, you’ll find your community waiting for you! There are several organizations and groups
5 Things People Don’t Expect About Greater Reading
When people first hear about Greater Reading (or Berks County), they often picture a quiet Pennsylvania community. But once they spend time here, they quickly realize there’s much more to
RACC Awarded $150,000 for Student Parent Programs
State Representative Manuel Guzman has announced a $150,000 grant for Reading Area Community College (RACC) to assist students who are also parents. Awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Parent
Canvas of Creativity
Canvas of Creativity Come experience the City of Reading’s vibrant arts community Berks Arts Berks Arts is a dynamic arts organization known for presenting a diverse range of events and programs
Driving Industry Forward
How Greater Reading powers America’s supply chain Every mile driven, every shipment delivered, every warehouse humming with activity, much of it traces back to Greater Reading, Pa. This region doesn’t
Alvernia Begins $23 Million American House Renovation at Reading CollegeTowne
Alvernia University and its partners have officially started the $23 million renovation of the historic American House in downtown Reading. This 45,000-square-foot facility will serve as a major community hub,
RACC Among 13 Colleges Receiving Millions for Campus Improvements
Reading Area Community College is set to receive $3.6 million in state funding from the Department of Education to modernize its campus and improve the student experience. A significant portion
A Finger on the Creative Pulse
Greater Reading and the arts go hand in hand. Whether it’s the sweet orchestration of the Reading Symphony Orchestra, the big-name shows at Santander Arena, the arts education at the
$67K Award Brings Upgraded Learning and Student Spaces to Reading Science Center
The Reading Science Center is set to expand its impact through Pennsylvania’s Neighborhood Assistance Program, receiving support from Customers Bank, Fulton Bank, and Tompkins Bank. This partnership allows the center
$184K State Grant Helps Berks County Nonprofits Fight Hunger and Waste
Pennsylvania is investing $184,519 into five Berks County nonprofits through the Food Recovery Infrastructure Grant (FRIG) Program to combat hunger and reduce environmental waste. Organizations including Helping Harvest, Opportunity House
Penn State Health Expands Pediatric Care at St. Joseph Medical Center
Penn State Health is expanding specialized medical access for local families by bringing pediatric surgical services to St. Joseph Medical Center in Berks County. Surgeons from the top-rated Golisano Children’s
$3.4 Million Grant Boosts Berks County Rail and Manufacturing
Pennsylvania is investing over $3.4 million to upgrade rail infrastructure in Berks County, helping local industries move goods more efficiently and safely. The funding includes $2.6 million for the Berks
