Plum Creek set to Expand Again
Plum Creek Farm, LLC is set for another expansion at its Penn Township location at 5035 Bernville Road. The rapidly growing ice cream, food and farm market operation is preparing
2023 Top 25 Largest Employers in Greater Reading
The 2023 Mid-Year State of the Economy report indicates that healthcare and manufacturing stand out as the leading industries in Greater Reading, as reflected in the top 25 employers list.
2022 Mid-Year State of the Economy
Compiled by Aaron Gantz, Senior Director of Economic Development In this second annual Mid-Year State of the Economy, GRCA presents a compiled economic snapshot of Berks County. Please note, throughout
Alvernia, RACC expand dual admission transfer agreement
Students who graduate from Reading Area Community College (RACC) are being offered a smoother path to furthering their education. RACC and Alvernia University have introduced an expanded dual admissions transfer agreement.
New Apartments at Historic Downtown Building
A long-vacant historic building in downtown Reading will be getting new tenants in a few weeks. The revamped terra cotta exterior of the former Berks County Trust Building will soon
Folino Estate Winery owners open boutique hotel in Kutztown
The founders and owners of Folino Estate Winery in Greenwich Township have opened Vintner’s Inn in Kutztown, offering a wine-inspired boutique hotel experience. “We hope the inn provides a warm
Greater Reading ranks in top 20 places to be a teacher
In a new study, SmartAsset.com crunched the numbers for the 137 largest metro areas to uncover the best places to be a teacher. Nine metrics were used to compare areas
Local College & University staff advocate for community & student success
Greater Reading has five colleges and universities that employ staff members that are dedicated to building a great community of go-getters. Meet a few of our college and university staff
Reading Hospital Recognized as a Top Hospital
Access to quality healthcare is critical – Greater Reading, PA based Reading Hospital has been recognized as a 2022-2023 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital was
Schlouch Inc. nationally recognized for attracting and keeping workforce
Greater Reading, PA-based Schlouch Inc. is one of five national construction companies recognized for its success in both attracting and retaining its workforce. Read More
Rodale Institute set for Pennsylvania to become the Silicon Valley of organic farming
Berks-based Rodale Institute set for Pennsylvania to become the Silicon Valley of organic farming. This is thanks to spiking consumer demand and state-funded resources for farmers looking to grow organic,
Here’s some of what is going on along Route 61 in northern Berks County
Dallas based Crow Holdings Development is building a 652,080-square-foot warehouse along Route 61 and is expected to be completed in early 2023. The warehouse is one of three large projects
