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.
New FlixBus Route Connects Reading to Pittsburgh and NYC
FlixBus is expanding its regional route by connecting New York City to Pittsburg, providing Reading residents with direct access to points west for the first
Cutting-edge Cultivation
Rodale Institute’s mission to redefine agriculture is rooted in Greater Reading Where the soil is rich, so are the ideas. From its home in Kutztown,
$700,000 State Grant to Revitalize Historic Penn Street Buildings
Pennsylvania is investing $700,000 through the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency to transform two long-vacant historic buildings at 418 and 422 Penn Street into a vibrant
Shark Tank’s Robert Herjavec Joins RACC to Honor Manufacturing Legacy
Reading Area Community College recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Schmidt Training and Technology Center (STTC) with a keynote address from Robert Herjavec. The
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
East Penn Opens 930,000-Square-Foot Facility in Maidencreek
East Penn Manufacturing is celebrating its 80th anniversary by going big—really big. The company officially opened a 930,000-square-foot distribution center in Maidencreek Township, a facility
Berks County Property Named Most Wishlisted Airbnb in Pennsylvania
Berks County’s Texter Mountain Home has been named the most wishlisted Airbnb in Pennsylvania. This recognition highlights a significant shift in travel trends, with 86
Finanta Opens First Bilingual Credit Union Branch in Reading
Finanta has officially opened its first credit union branch in Reading at 240 Penn Street, bringing bilingual financial services to the downtown area. Building on
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
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
Reading Named One of Three Official Hosts for Free 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones
Pennsylvania is launching three free 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Zones in Reading, Scranton and Pittsburgh to ensure residents across the Commonwealth can join the
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
