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.
Pyle’s Keystone Store of Blue Marsh
Pyle’s Keystone Store sat at the bend where State Hill Road tipped you down into the village of Blue Marsh, a few easy strides from [...]
Pleasant Valley Lost
Pleasant Valley—once the unassuming hinge of the lower Tulpehocken between State Hill and Mt. Pleasant—was a compact hamlet where farm met factory, canal met country [...]
The Quarries of Mount Penn: Witman, Kirschmann, and Reading Sand & Stone
Mount Penn’s western face was reshaped between the 1890s and mid-1920s by three distinct quarry operations whose scars created the notorious “white spot” visible from [...]
Featured series – Sin City
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.
