Work in the Town Forest parking area is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Sept. 16, and will close Lot 5 for approximately three days while crews complete the project.

Whitelam Books is pleased to welcome Reading-based author and educator Michael McLaughlin to share his new book, Plymouth Blitz: The Bombing of Portland Square and the Devastation of a City.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026, marks National Voter Registration Day, an annual nationwide push to make sure eligible voters are registered well ahead of Election Day.

Whitelam Books is excited to welcome children’s authors Ellen Mayer and Sara Levine.

The donation will be used to purchase two eight-foot double benches for the pavilion area at the new pickleball courts.

On September 21, audiobooks will be relocated to the first floor on the shelves after the DVDs.

The New England Aquarium is offering discounted admission this fall for homeschooling families to experience its educational programs and exhibits.

On Tuesday, September 22 at 7 pm, Chase Mack, the Communications Director of the Community Preservation Coalition, will present information on the Community Preservation Act and answer audience questions. 

Customers are invited to a fun-filled event to celebrate Public Power and the spirit of community.

This is the second of two season previews, yesterday for the girls and today for the boys.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome back children's author Monica Acker as she celebrates her new picture book Pirate Baby:

Reading’s boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams enter this fall season with their sights set on surpassing last season’s results.

Massachusetts held its state primary on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, and while Reading’s own results have already been reported, the races on Reading’s ballot were also decided by voters across the state.

Reading paused on Friday morning, September 11, 2026, as residents, first responders, DPW employees, and town staff gathered on the town common to mark 25 years since the attacks.

Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own work to The Reading Observer.

Reading residents looking for a way to shape town policy and quality of life have until September 30 to apply for one of several open seats on town boards, committees, and commissions.

Committee to advocate for the $6.5 million Proposition 2 ½ override on Reading’s November 3, 2026 ballot.

Reading residents have several more chances this month to learn about and weigh in on the town’s proposed FY28 override.

The Reading Select Board issued a proclamation at its September 8 meeting at Reading Town Hall honoring the victims of September 11, 2001.

The Reading Select Board presented a Certificate of Recognition during the Select Board meeting to the town’s 11-year-old Little League division team.