Local Wanderlust
By Alicia Ahakinian, Intern, GRCA Adventure awaits less than two hours away The Greater Reading area is centrally located allowing easy access to many different towns, cities and neighboring states. Each of
Betty’s Burritos & Wraps enters a new chapter
Betty’s Burritos & Wraps, known for its tasty wraps, burritos, soups and salads, reopened under new owners husband and wife Steve and Taylor George. The nearly 20-year-old popular eatery is
Reading zoners grant adaptive reuse for a 51-unit apartments
The Reading Zoning Hearing Board voted to provide zoning relief for apartments on properties along Sixth Street and Plum Street. The project entails rehabbing several blighted former industrial buildings on
City unveils 3rd and Spruce all abilities playground
Mayor Morán and city officials gathered for the opening of a newly finalized 3rd and Spruce All Abilities Playground, marking a crucial stride towards inclusivity and community engagement in the
Reading to Philadelphia intercity passenger rail project accepted in federal program
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) received confirmation from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) that its application to participate in FRA’s Corridor Identification and Development Program (CIDP) has been
Top 9 Greater Reading Road Trips
By Lisa Haggerty, Marketing Director, Pennsylvania’s Americana Region Visit our top picks or blaze your own path. Stay for a day or a whole week. Let curiosity be your guide
Albright College launches School of Educational Innovation
Albright College’s Board of Trustees has given the green light for a new School of Educational Innovation, which will serve to integrate Total Experience Learning (TExpL) methodology across all of
City of Reading launches CRIZ working group to spur economic revitalization
The City of Reading announced the establishment of the City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) Appointment Working Group, a strategic initiative aimed at fostering economic growth and community development. The
88-year-old chocolate shop announces 1st female owner takes the reins
Billy’s Homemade Candies, an 88-year-old business dedicated to handmade chocolates at 4949 Kutztown Road in the Temple section of Muhlenberg Township, has announced Tricia Kummerer as its new owner, the
Fritura Kings opens a second location in Reading
Fritura Kings has opened a second location in downtown Reading. The new spot is located at 16 N. 6th Street. The restaurant serves a delicious mix of Spanish, Dominican and
Winning You Over
Greater Reading scores-big in minor league sports By Keith Stamm, Director of Workforce Development, GRCA Sports and the Greater Reading area have a long history together. In fact, our love
Sinking Spring gains national recognition for its outstanding Halloween celebrations
TravelMag, a leading travel publication, has recognized Sinking Spring as one of the best towns and small cities in the United States for celebrating Halloween. Shocktoberfest, Pennsylvania’s premier haunted scream
