Traffic-calming policy and crash analysis update
Reading’s commitment to Vision Zero aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries. Charles Gushue, a traffic engineer…
Reading City Council pulls proposed ban on political activity in city-owned buildings
City Council has withdrawn a proposed ordinance that would have barred political activity on all city-owned property after…
Rudden Family Foundation provides beds, furniture and hope for Reading families
The two little girls bounced with excitement as they followed Joseph Rudden through their mother’s apartment, watching him…
$41.8 million renovation plan proposed for 12th and Marion school in Reading
Reading residents still have time to weigh in on a $41.8 million renovation project proposed for 12th and…
Alvernia moving forward with American House project in Reading
Alvernia University’s plans to renovate and rehabilitate the historic American House in downtown Reading are moving forward. Alvernia…
Great American Cleanup, Earth Day and Adopt-a-Block
Snow still blankets the city, but Reading’s Clean City team said it’s not too early to start planning…
$52 million Fifth and Penn project seen as major step for Reading redevelopment
A long-awaited redevelopment plan for a string of vacant buildings at Fifth and Penn streets is a turning…
Reading City Council seeks $3 million PennDOT grant
City Council took action Monday on a series of measures aimed at improving downtown infrastructure, responding to neighborhood…
Souper Bowl sells out to benefit Opportunity House in Reading
Update Feb. 4, 2026, at 10:24 p.m. to include the names contributing professional potters and potteries. A sell-out…
Reading School District introduces middle school initiative
The Reading School District is launching a yearlong initiative aimed at strengthening learning environments, leadership and classroom practices…
Community shares creative redesign ideas for Reading Gateway Bridge
From musical railings and glowing air-quality lights to murals, sculpture and even planetarium-style overhead effects, community members pitched…
Reading Innovation Academy on track for February occupancy
The Reading School District’s Innovation Academy is on track to receive a certificate of occupancy in early February,…