Ma-Patisserie Cafe & Bakery Offers Reading a Taste of France
Ma-Patisserie Cafe & Bakery, a small family-owned business, brings a touch of France to Berks County by offering a wide array of authentic French pastries, breads, and light fare. The
Charity Champions: Meet Greater Reading’s Nonprofit Advocates
Meet three individuals in Berks County who passionately support local nonprofits. From cat adoption and food pantries to community improvement initiatives and relief for those suffering tremors, these nonprofit leaders
Berks LaunchBox: Fueling Entrepreneurial Dreams in Berks County
Berks LaunchBox is empowering aspiring entrepreneurs in Berks County through the IMAGINE Your Business grant. Funded by the IMAGINE Berks program, the initiative provides $2,000 microgrants to help launch or
Kutztown University Awarded over $900K to Address Teacher Shortage Through Dual Credit
Kutztown University has been awarded a $946,951 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to expand its Dual Credit Innovation program, aiming to address the state’s teacher shortage. The funding
Farm-tastic finds
Access to local, fresh foods is always on the menu in Greater Reading One of Greater Reading’s defining features is its easy access to a diverse array of farms and
How Reading is Redefining Itself Through Arts and Economic Growth
Reading, Pennsylvania, is thriving! A recent feature in Islands Magazine highlights the city as an affordable, growing destination with a dynamic arts scene. The article shares how Reading has transformed
State Awards $2.8M for Infrastructure Development at Berks County Industrial Park
The Southern Berks Industrial Park has received over $2.8 million in state funding to enhance its infrastructure and attract new businesses. A $2.3 million grant from the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments
Hamburg Earns Main Street Designation with $100K Investment
Hamburg has officially received a Main Street designation along with a $100,000 investment through the Main Street Matters program, announced by DCED Secretary Rick Siger during the kickoff of Small
Reading Ranks Top 10 for Nation’s Best Housing Markets for Spring 2025
Reading, Pennsylvania, has been ranked No. 10 on the Wall Street Journal/Realtor.com Spring 2025 Housing Market Ranking, highlighting it as one of the nation’s most promising real estate markets. The
Santander Arena and Performing Arts Center to See Upgrades Through New Management Deal
The Berks County Convention Center Authority has entered into a new management agreement with Oak View Group (OVG) to oversee operations at the Santander Arena and Santander Performing Arts Center.
Festival Fever
Catch some fun at this ultimate guide to annual Greater Reading events The Greater Reading area is home to an incredible variety of festivals that bring the community together with
Reading Aviation’s Growth Plans Take Flight
Reading Aviation celebrated the completion of extensive renovations at its Reading Regional Airport on Thursday, April 25th. The upgrades included modernized designs throughout the airport to improve the experience for
