The New England Aquarium invites guests to experience Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo like never before on the Simons Theatre's five-story giant screen. This family-friendly evening on the Saturday after Thanksgiving offers audiences the chance to revisit the ocean adventure that introduced millions to the wonders of marine life, from clownfish and blue tangs to sea turtles and white sharks.

Hundreds of residents gathered at Memorial Park on a chilly Veterans Day morning to honor the men and women who have served our country. Despite the cold, and even a few snowflakes, the crowd stood together in gratitude and reflection during a heartfelt ceremony organized by the Reading Veterans Services Office.

The MBTA has officially withdrawn its Notice of Intent (NOI) for the proposed Turnback Track project near Vine Street in Reading - marking the second time the proposal has been withdrawn without prejudice, meaning the MBTA can refile the project again at any time.

The Reading Public Health Department is alerting residents that the FDA and CDC are investigating a national outbreak of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula.

Ten years, 3,653 consecutive days of lacing up, getting out the door, and running - rain, shine, snow, or heat. On Friday night, November 7, longtime resident and Town Moderator Alan Foulds reached this remarkable milestone, placing him among only a small number of committed runners nationwide.

The Town of Reading invites you to help shape the future of Walkers Brook Drive. We will share project updates, potential design alternatives, and next steps. Your input is key to guide this phase.

As Reading prepares for its fall Subsequent Town Meeting, residents and Town Meeting members will soon gather to make important decisions about local policies, finances, and community priorities.

Young people with lived experience in the foster care system presented projects at Boston CASA's first in-person Youth Advisory Board Forum on Nov. 1 at the Cambridge Public Library. The presentations addressed critical child welfare issues and proposed solutions backed by original research and personal insights.

After more than 30 years designing and crafting jewelry that combines artistry with heritage, Richard Berberian is closing Elyse Fine Jewelers.

After two years of careful planning, the Reading Public Library is excited to announce the construction of a new outdoor terrace. This project was developed through collaboration between community members, town staff, and design experts, and made possible by the generosity of the Reading Public Library Foundation.

The Women’s League of Reading (WLR) celebrated a major milestone this past Sunday, November 2, as their annual BrewFest at Lord Hobo completely sold out for the first time since its debut. The community came together for an afternoon of fun, food, and fundraising - all in support of the Reading Food Pantry.

The Town of Reading is advising residents that beginning Thursday, November 6, at 7:00 am, weather permitting, roadway paving work will take place on several local streets. PJ Alberts Inc. will be applying the final top pavement layer on the following roadways:

Town Moderator Alan Foulds is known for his steady and even-handed approach when it comes to running Town Meeting. He’s been at it now for 29 years and counting. For his running club, Mystic Runners, Alan has published a weekly newsletter, chronicling the clubs events and race results for 18 years. You might say consistency is a high priority for him.

The Joe Andruzzi Foundation (JAF), providing help, hope, and a reason to smile for New England cancer patients and their families through crucial financial support, will host a ‘Hop Over’ event at Hopothecary Ales Brewery and Kitchen in North Reading, MA on Thursday, November 6.

The Town of Reading’s Veterans Services Department invites the community to join in honoring the service and sacrifice of Reading’s veterans at the annual Veterans Day Ceremony, to be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 am at Memorial Park.

Earlier last month, the Peter Sanborn community had the pleasure of hosting the Reading Police Department for an engaging “Bingo with Badges” event!

Hundreds of families filled Main Street on Tuesday, October 28, for Reading’s annual downtown Trick-or-Treat event, visiting local businesses, Town Hall, the Pleasant Street Center, and the Police Department - all while showing off their best spooky, silly, and creative Halloween costumes.

For the first time in history, more than a month into the federal government shutdown, over 1 million Massachusetts residents are facing the first month in which they will not receive any funds for food through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). There is no clarity on when SNAP benefits will resume, but for so many families, SNAP is a lifeline. They are already stretching their budgets to the max to put food on the table each day.

Looking for a meaningful way to reduce your carbon footprint and support clean energy close to home? RMLD’s Renewable Choice program lets customers voluntarily increase the amount of renewable, non-carbon energy powering their home or business - going above the standard energy mix delivered each year.

The Reading Center for Active Living (RECAL) project continues to make great progress. Over the past year, the Town has achieved several critical milestones, moving the project from concept into reality.