Business
Sunset Mexican Ice Cream Shop opens second location in Southwest Reading
Sunset Mexican Ice Cream Shop celebrated the grand opening of its second location this week with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 733 Lancaster Avenue,...
News
Opportunity House to host annual Garden Party September 18
Opportunity House will host its annual Garden Party on Thursday, September 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 430 N. Second Street in Reading....
News
Downtown Reading advances to public voting for $120K grant for free music series
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts is now in the running to bring a free outdoor music series to Reading starting in 2026. With funding...
Entertainment
6th Ward Block Party returns with music, food, and new art installation
The City of Reading will host the Fourth Annual 6th Ward Block Party on Saturday, September 13, offering an afternoon of live music, food,...
Agriculture
Penn Street Market returns with fresh food, community spirit, and a new partnership
Each summer, the return of the Penn Street Market signals more than just fresh produce—it marks a weekly ritual that connects neighbors, supports local...
News
Officers come to the rescue of overheated falcon on Penn Street
What started as a routine call about an injured hawk turned into a unique rescue mission in downtown Reading—one that showcased quick thinking, compassion,...
Business
Passing the razor, Berks Barber School continues the legacy of Charlie Haynes in Reading
Near the corner of Schuylkill Avenue and West Buttonwood, a small building carries decades of quiet significance in Reading’s history. Inside, the hum of...
Entertainment
Bless the Mic: Slam poetry and soulful expression electrify downtown Reading
The WCR Center for the Arts pulsed with energy, rhythm, and raw emotion on Saturday, June 14, as the inaugural Bless the Mic Slam...
Entertainment
Reading Public Library launches Summer@RPL with season-long activities for all ages
The Reading Public Library is gearing up for a summer filled with books, creativity, and community with the return of its annual Summer@RPL program....
Business
From IMAX to Indie Films: R/C Reading Movies is more than just a theater
At the edge of the Penn Street Bridge—where visitors first cross into downtown Reading—R/C Reading Movies 11 & IMAX stands as a cinematic gateway...
