Dive into the stories of the Greater Reading community. From new and unique businesses to expansions, these stories will help you get to know the place we call home.
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
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
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
Construction Underway on Reading’s New STEM School
Construction is progressing on a new STEM school in Reading, aimed at enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education for students. The facility is designed
Family Promise Awarded $20K Grant to Combat Homelessness in Berks
Family Promise of Berks County has been awarded a $20,000 grant to support its efforts in preventing homelessness among local families. This funding will enhance
Berks County Community Foundation Awards Over $1.1 Million in Grants for Q1
The Berks County Community Foundation has awarded its first-quarter grant cycle for 2025, giving over $1.15 million in funding to 142 local organizations through 190
West Reading to Host 7th Annual Craft Pretzel and Beer Fest
West Reading is set to host its annual Pretzel and Beer Fest on Saturday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Penn Avenue.
Berks Jazz Fest Draws 30,000 Visitors, Boosting Local Economy
The Berks Jazz Fest has significantly boosted local businesses in Reading and Berks County. The festival attracted large crowds, leading to increased sales for restaurants,
Albright Announces Lower Tuition for Select Graduation Programs
Albright College has announced a tuition reduction for several of its graduate programs to make advanced education more accessible and affordable. The initiative targets programs
Intentions to Redevelop Santander Building Announced
Officials in Reading, Pennsylvania, have announced plans to redevelop the 120,000-square-foot Santander building in downtown Reading. The redevelopment aims to revitalize the area, attract businesses,
Restoration Begins on Reading’s Historic Pagoda
Renovations have started on Reading’s Pagoda on Mount Penn, aiming to restore and modernize the 117-year-old landmark while preserving its cultural and architectural significance. The
Reading Public Museum Earns Highest National Recognition
The Reading Public Museum has once again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition for museums in the U.S. Accreditation,
