One of the Reading streets closed May 3 near the former St. Cecilia’s Chapel at 1340 Perkiomen Ave. has reopened. The partial collapse of a…
Posts published in “Essential Reading”
A south Reading man has been recognized for his dedication to maintaining and enhancing a pocket park near his home. Danny Guerrero of the 100…
A proposed unit of Reading’s property maintenance division would specifically target blighted properties. Jamal Abodalo, director of community development, introduced the concept at council’s committee…
The derelict building at the corner of Perkiomen Avenue and Spruce Streets was a concern long before part of the former church’s tower showed signs…
A drive through City Park turned into a harrowing experience for Larry Lubas. The Bern Township man told City Council last week that he was…
City administrators are working with the Reading Parking Authority to increase the number of parking spaces in the 400 through 600 blocks of Penn Street.…
Reading High School has been recognized with a national award for its environmental efforts. The U.S. Department of Education on Friday named Reading High as…
United Way of Berks County has recognized its top supporters at its annual Celebrate United event. The event at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel also…
The Reading School District may have to increase the property tax rate in order to balance the 2024-25 budget, according to administrators. Many districts across…
Five residents of the Reading Housing Authority’s programs have been selected to receive financial assistance to help with their academic goals. Caterin Ortiz of Glenside…
Working to enhance the downtown experience, transform perceptions, build relationships with downtown businesses and attract new ones is what Maritza Loaiza does. Reading’s city core…
A visiting Zambian mayor says she hopes to exchange knowledge and ideas with Reading Mayor Eddie Moran and City Council. “In simple terms, I’m saying…
As a cisgender gay man, Enrique Castro said he will never know the struggles faced by the transgender community. “But I can always stand firm…
When Amanda Funk spotted the array of children’s books celebrating Native America heritage, she scooped them up and hugged them in her arms. “I didn’t…
When Confederate forces opened fire April 12, 1861, on Fort Sumter in Charleston, S.C., it signaled the start of the Civil War. “President Abraham Lincoln…
City Council will not have a seat on the Reading Parking Authority’s board of directors. Council last week turned down a proposal that would require…