It is with great joy that Linda and Mark Dockser of Reading, MA welcome Alexa Erb into our family as she weds our son Aaron Dockser.  A summer wedding is planned in anticipation of a lifetime of partnership, fun, fulfillment, and love.

Presence&Co, Reading’s newest community space, officially opened its doors this month, offering something increasingly rare in modern life: a place to slow down, disconnect from technology, and connect meaningfully with others.

The Friends of Reading Seniors 60 Plus held their first two official fundraisers on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the St Agnes Parish Hall: Treasures from Your Attic (an antique road-show type of event).  

Presence&Co, a modern third place for real connection and holistic well-being, is thrilled to announce the signing of a lease for its first official location—an approximately 5,000 square-foot space in downtown Reading, MA.

In a small, unassuming space just outside of Reading’s center, a team of dedicated volunteers works quietly but powerfully to keep hundreds of neighbors fed, cared for, and supported.

For Preston Lucas, what began as a way to support his son’s Little League team turned into a lifelong commitment to the community - and to the game of baseball.

For Mark Dockser, public service has never been a question of if - only how. After nearly 25 years in Town Meeting and nine years on Finance Committee, Dockser transitioned to the Select Board with a deep understanding of Reading’s inner workings and a clear motivation: to keep the town moving forward.

At Bedford Green in Bedford, Massachusetts, veterans gather not only to receive gifts - but to be reminded that their service is never forgotten.

For many transgender and non-binary individuals, chest binders are an essential tool for gender affirmation, but accessible safe, affordable options remain a significant challenge. One local entrepreneur has set out to change that by launching a business dedicated to providing high-quality, inclusive, and accessible binders to the community.