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Reading Democrats to Elect Delegates to State Convention
On Monday, March 2 at 6:00pm, Reading Democrats will convene at the Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave., Reading, MA to elect 17 delegates and 4 alternates to represent Reading at the 2026 State Democratic Convention (May 29-30).
State Rep. Ken Gordon Endorses Tram Nguyen for Congress in MA-06
Today, State Representative Ken Gordon is endorsing Tram Nguyen in her campaign for Congress. Rep. Gordon’s district includes Burlington and Bedford in the Massachusetts 6th Congressional District.
Diann Slavit Baylis Announces Candidacy for Governor’s Council
Immigration attorney Diann Slavit Baylis announced today that she is running for Governor’s Council in Massachusetts’ 6th District. Slavit Baylis, a resident of Marblehead, took out nomination papers this week from the Secretary of State’s Office
Town Clerk receives final candidate filings for April election
Nomination papers for the following elected positions were due today at the Town Clerk’s Office, and the candidate filing period has now closed.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Op-Ed: Protecting the American Dream in the Age of Trump By Tram T. Nguyen
Protecting the American Dream in the Age of Trump
Written by Tram T. Nguyen
Town election candidates must file papers by Feb. 17
Nomination papers for the upcoming Town election are available, and prospective candidates must submit completed papers to the Town Clerk’s Office for certification by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Boxford Select Board Members Endorse Tram Nguyen for Congress
Today, State Representative Tram Nguyen announced earning the endorsements of Chair Chuck Costello, Margaret Chow-Menzer, Barbara Jessel, and Peter Perkins, four members of the Boxford Select Board.
Over 80% of Nguyen Fundraising Haul in 2025 Came from MA
Today, State Representative Tram Nguyen announced raising more than $257,000 in 2025 in her campaign to represent the Massachusetts 6th Congressional District. She closed the year with over a quarter of a million dollars raised from 1,185 individual donors, and over 80% of all money raised came from in-state supporters.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Massachusetts Speaker of the House Ron Mariano Endorses Tram Nguyen for Congress in MA-06
Today, Massachusetts Speaker of the House Ron Mariano is endorsing State Representative Tram Nguyen in her campaign to become the next Congressperson to represent the 6th District of Massachusetts.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
In-District State Representatives Haggerty and Robertson Endorse Tram Nguyen
Today, State Representatives Rich Haggerty and Dave Robertson are both endorsing Tram Nguyen in her Congressional race. Haggerty, who currently serves as the Joint Committee on Housing, represents part of Reading, and Robertson represents the towns of Wilmington and Tewksbury, which he shares with Rep. Nguyen.
Salvatore “Sal” Bramante Announces Candidacy for Reading Select Board
Sal Bramante announces his candidacy for one of the two open seats on the Reading Select Board in the April 7, 2026, election. A 1991 Reading Memorial High School graduate, Sal and his wife Heather have lived in Reading since 2001. As a longtime community member, small business owner, and active volunteer, he is running to provide balanced, thoughtful, and fiscally responsible leadership.
Nomination papers due February 17 for upcoming Reading local election
The Reading Town Clerk’s Office is reminding residents that nomination papers for the upcoming Town Election must be submitted for certification no later than Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
2026 Annual Census mailed to Reading residents
The 2026 Annual Census has been mailed from the Town Clerk’s Office, and all residents are encouraged to review the information carefully, make any necessary updates following the instructions provided, sign the form, and return it as soon as possible.
Nomination papers available for 2026 local elections
Nomination papers for the following elected positions are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.