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Shocktoberfest – PA’s Premier Haunted Scream Park

Joseph Webb2024-10-13T11:15:40-04:00Halloween, Holidays|

Shocktoberfest is an annual Halloween-themed event located in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, and is renowned for being one of the most intense and immersive haunted attractions [...]

Halloween Traditions in Reading and Berks County

Joseph Webb2024-10-13T10:48:22-04:00Halloween|

Halloween traditions in Reading and Berks County, Pennsylvania, have a rich history that blends local folklore, immigrant customs, and American celebrations. Over the decades, these [...]

Pennsylvania – Heart of the American Potato Chip Industry

Joseph Webb2024-10-07T23:24:56-04:00Businesses-Industry, Chips|

Pennsylvania has earned a reputation as the heart of the American potato chip industry, a title rooted in the state’s rich agricultural history, its entrepreneurial [...]

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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.

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