In the digital age, community-driven news platforms have become vital in preserving and enriching local journalism. GoReadingBerks is a crucial resource for local news outlets. Through its dedication and expertise, GoReadingBerks has made invaluable contributions by providing historical insights, archival content, and narratives that enhance storytelling in the Reading area.
The Orange Car of Reading: A Citrus Landmark at Front & Court
In the late 1930s, a little tin shack tucked by the Pennsylvania Railroad tracks at Front & Court Streets became one of Reading’s most beloved [...]
Did You Boscov Today? — The Slogan That Turned Shopping into a Berks County Ritual
Here in Berks County, we didn’t just shop at a department store—we “Boscov’d.” The playful question “Did you Boscov today?” became one of Pennsylvania retail’s [...]
Bell Alley Soft Pretzels: the coal-fired shop that fed South Reading for 74 years (1945–2019)
Tucked behind Saints Cyril and Methodius R.C. Church along the narrow, brick-paved run of Bell Alley, a few steps off 613 Laurel Street, a little [...]
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About GoReadingBerks
GoReadingBerks is a digital platform dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Reading and Berks County, Pennsylvania. Through carefully curated articles, vintage photographs, and in-depth research, it explores the region’s past—from its industrial heritage and architectural landmarks to its cultural traditions and community stories.
