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Reading Police Department, Austin Preparatory provide update investigation into concerning social media video

The Reading Police Department and Austin Preparatory School are providing an update on the investigation into a social media video containing non- specific threats posted by an individual who previously worked at the school.

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Killam School Building Project advances site excavation and drainage work in October

Throughout October, construction at the new Killam School Building Project continued.

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New England Aquarium celebrates Halloween with family-friendly activities

Guests encouraged to visit in costume for special programming, themed treats, and underwater pumpkin displays on October 24 and 25.

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Reading DPW announces fall leaf collection schedule

The Department of Public Works will begin curbside yard waste collection for the fall season the week of Monday, October 26, 2026.

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Thank you for your donations and an update on the Little Essentials Library

The call went out for donations of personal care items for the Little Essentials Library cart and Reading, you delivered!

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Whitelam Books to host Annual Literary Pumpkin Contest October 24-31

Residents can put a creative spin on pumpkin season in the Whitelam Books Annual Literary Pumpkin Contest, running Saturday, October 24, through Saturday, October 31.

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Early voting opens in Reading for Nov. 3 election

In-person early voting opens in Reading on Saturday, October 17, ahead of the November 3 election, giving residents two weeks to vote before Election Day.

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Brush N Paint Art Studio to celebrate grand opening with community open house

Brush N Paint Art Studio, a new pottery and art studio at 1321 Main Street, will celebrate its grand opening with a community open house on Tuesday, October 20.

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Reading Teachers Association Calls for Community Support to Save 40 School Jobs

Last night, educators and community members advocated for the $6.5 million dollar override that would save over 40 school jobs.

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Explore games and play at the Reading Public Library

This fall, discover some of the Library’s programs and spaces where you can gather to relax and play with friends and family.

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Joshua Eaton community event rescheduled to Oct. 21

The Joshua Eaton Community Educational Event has a new date.

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Trash collection delayed one day due to Indigenous Peoples Day holiday

Reading residents are reminded that rubbish collection will be delayed by one day this week due to the holiday.

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Officials seeking unaccounted-for man following death investigation on Center Avenue

Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Reading Police Chief David Clark have confirmed an investigation into an apparent homicide in Reading.

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Volunteers invited to Conservation Clean-Up Day at MSM on October 24

Residents are invited to spend a day outdoors caring for local conservation land at this year’s Conservation Clean-Up Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation area.

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Reading Recreation seeks volunteers for new Snow Patrol program

Reading Recreation, in partnership with Elder Services, is launching Reading Snow Patrol, a free, volunteer-based program that connects residents with nearby neighbors who may need help clearing snow in winter.