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The homes are the third and fourth Habitat projects on that street, officials say.

The nonprofit’s work transcends bricks and mortar and helps build stable families and stable communities.

U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan toured a Reading home receiving a complete makeover, thanks to the joint efforts of Habitat for Humanity of Berks County and the Reading-Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center.

U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan toured a Reading home receiving a complete makeover, thanks to the joint efforts of Habitat for Humanity of Berks County and the Reading-Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center.

The new house in the 400 block of Miltimore Street is the second completed of eight planned.

A mother and her young daughter were handed the keys to the new house on Miltimore Street.

The home is symbolic of the citys ongoing efforts to turn the Buttonwood Gateway around.

Habitat for Humanity of Berks County celebrated its work on the evening of May 11 with a Birdhouse Challenge at FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading. Last year’s event was put on hold due to COVID, and organizers wanted this year’s evening to be outside to help with safety measures. “We missed you all last year and wanted to make sure we were able to plan a safe event this year," said committee Chairwoman Patrice Bentz of Wyomissing. - Advertisement - The evening began by recognizing s...