The Town invites residents to participate in a workshop to continue collecting public input on the Eastern Gateway district. 

The Reading Municipal Lights Department (RMLD) has released its 2024 Annual Report and Financial Statements, offering residents a comprehensive look at the department’s operations, community engagement, and financial performance. The full report is available to the public on RMLD’s website here.

Catcher in the Rye, Of Mice and Men, Harry Potter, and Captain Underpants are just a few examples of books that have faced attempts to be banned. Celebrate your freedom to read with the Reading Public Library during Banned Books Week.

October is a great time to make sure your RMV profile is up to date! Keeping your information current helps ensure your motor vehicle excise tax bill is accurate and sent to the right place.

September is Prostate Awareness Month, a time to educate and raise awareness about one of the most common cancers affecting men.

RCTV is inviting the community to join them for a special fundraising night at Mandarin Reading on Friday, October 17, 2025. Guests can enjoy a delicious meal while supporting local community television.

Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) hosted judges, community leaders, and supporters at their new headquarters at 151 Merrimac Street Wednesday evening, celebrating unprecedented growth while highlighting the urgent need for more advocates.

Each September, communities across the country recognize Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of the most serious cancers affecting women. Ovarian cancer is a malignancy of the almond-shaped organs in the female reproductive system that produce eggs and certain hormones. It is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women in the United States.

The MBTA has submitted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the Reading Conservation Commission for the proposed Reading Turnback Track Project, aimed at expanding rail service capacity between Reading Station and Boston.

Even in a state with abundant resources, hunger remains a serious challenge. According to the Greater Boston Food Bank, one in three residents in eastern Massachusetts experiences food insecurity — a figure that has remained steady for three consecutive years. Here in Reading, the Food Pantry is working every day to meet that need while building connections that strengthen my community.

The Town of Reading has received reports about an uptick of coyote attacks on other animals and would like to remind Reading residents about steps you can take to safely coexist with coyotes and other wildlife in our community.

The Town is hosting a Community Meeting at the Reading Public Library on Monday October 27th at 6:00 pm to share the findings and community feedback on the Eastern Gateway – an area along Walkers Brook Drive under consideration for new zoning and growth opportunities. This is a chance to directly hear what residents and neighbors have said to date, as well as to provide your own input and thoughts on the future of this area. We encourage your attendance and are looking forward to continuing the effort together.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome author Cynthia Platt  as she shares her new book, Turkeys in Disguise on Saturday, September 27 at 3:00pm.  Whitelam Books is located in downtown Reading at 610 Main Street, near the intersection of Haven Street and Main Street.  This event is free and open to the public – all are welcome! 

In celebration of the 2025 National Public Power Week (October 6-10), Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) invites customers to attend an open house on Thursday, October 9, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the RMLD Garage located at 218 Ash Street, Reading. 

On Wednesday, September 17, community members gathered on the Town Hall lawn for “A Time to Gather” - an evening of remembrance, healing, and prevention. The vigil honored the lives lost to substance misuse and suicide across Reading and the Mystic Valley over the past 15 years, while offering hope and support to those in recovery and the families who walk alongside them.

Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) will host an open house at their new headquarters to celebrate their growing impact in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties and showcase their expanded capacity to support children in vulnerable circumstances. 

The Reading Memorial High School (RMHS) Marching Band is launching a unique fundraiser this fall with its Scratch & Win Raffle, providing community members with a chance to win big while supporting local student musicians.

Continuing with our recent community-led swaps, don’t miss out on our first-ever Community Children’s Costume Swap on Sept 27. Donations close Monday, Sept 22. The Library’s popular Trick or Treat Storytime (ages 0-5) is on Friday, Oct 24.

The Women’s League of Reading is inviting the community to come together for a fun-filled, family-friendly afternoon - all while supporting a vital local cause. On Sunday, November 2, the League will host its annual Fall Brewfest at Lord Hobo Brewing Co. in Woburn from 12:30 to 4:30 pm, with proceeds directly benefitting the Reading Food Pantry.

Starting tomorrow, Thursday 9/18,  the Town’s Forestry division will begin work removing 10 large Ash trees in Memorial Park. After close monitoring by the tree warden, these trees now pose a safety risk and must come down. All of the trees slated to come down have been infested by the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive non-native pest that causes severe decline and mortality in Ash trees.