The Reading Recreation Division has announced that registration for its Fall 2025 programs will open on Thursday, August 21, at 8:00 am.

RCTV Studios proudly announced on their Facebook page that the Reading Memorial High School Class of 2025 graduate, Blake Thomas, has been awarded the 2025 RCTV Scholarship.

Chief David Clark reports that the Reading Police Department, with assistance from the Massachusetts State Police Collision and Accident Reconstruction Section (CARS) and the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, has completed its investigation into the May four-car crash that resulted in the death of one individual.

It’s been a summer filled with story – silent reading parties and workshops to help you hone your storytelling chops.

With rising summer temperatures, the Town of Reading has issued an important public advisory on how to stay safe during heatwaves and how to recognize and respond to heatstroke symptoms.

The Town of Reading is joining a nationwide effort this August to highlight the importance of vision care during Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month.

The Town of Reading is reminding residents that getting vaccines on time is one of the best ways to protect against serious diseases. August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a nationwide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of vaccinations in maintaining community health.

The Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) will present a free commercial peak demand response (PDR) webinar for business customers on August 20 from 6 to 7 p.m. This webinar is designed specifically for RMLD commercial and industrial customers and will share details and benefits of PDR and the RMLD Commercial PDR program. 

Many young people in foster care enter new schools with few resources, making it difficult to keep pace with their peers. Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is seeking community support to fill back-to-school wishlists for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect.

The Town of Reading is proud to announce an upcoming public celebration in honor of its Green Communities Designation, a milestone in the community’s commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability. The Green Communities Designation Recognition Event will be held on Thursday, August 21, at 10:00 am on the Reading Town Common.

Whitelam Books and twenty-four other Reading businesses recently wrapped up another successful Find Waldo Local adventure in the month of July. Find Waldo Local is a beloved summertime event in Reading, and this year featured a true collaboration of the Reading business community. 

New children’s book from Charlesbridge Publishing features Aquarium’s sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation work.

In a child welfare system that can feel chaotic, impersonal, and isolating, Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) offers something rare and powerful: a consistent adult who shows up, listens, and advocates for a child’s best interests - every step of the way.

The Memorial Park Free Summer Concert Series is in full swing, bringing live music and community fun to Sunday nights in Reading! These concerts are a great way to unwind, connect with neighbors, and enjoy performances from a variety of talented musicians.

Have you licensed your dog for 2025 yet? If not, now’s the time!

Dog licenses were due by March 31, 2025. As of April 1st, dog owners who have not yet registered will face an additional $50 fine. Tickets will be issued at that time.

If you are a Veteran, Senior, Blind, Surviving Spouse, or are facing financial hardship, you may qualify for real estate tax relief through one of several personal exemption programs offered by the Town of Reading.

The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project (EMMCP) will be conducting mosquito control spraying in Reading this summer using truck-mounted aerosol sprayers of biological larvicide. The effort is part of the town’s annual strategy to reduce mosquito populations and protect public health.

Have you signed up for the Town Manager Minute yet? If not, now’s the perfect time to join the growing list of Reading residents who receive timely updates straight from Town Hall.

Reading Rotary proudly welcomed its new leadership at the annual installation dinner held on July 21 at Café Escadrille in Burlington. Surrounded by fellow Rotarians, friends, and community members, Amy Walsh was officially sworn in as President of Reading Rotary for the 2025-2026 Rotary year.

The Reading Rotary proudly recognized eleven outstanding local students with the prestigious Service Above Self Scholarship at its annual Installation and Scholarship Night, held on July 21 at Café Escadrille in Burlington, MA.