A potential winter storm is forecasted for Sunday evening into Monday, bringing the possibility of snow, wind, and power outages. The Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) is urging residents to monitor local forecasts and review its Storm Preparation Guide to stay safe and informed before, during, and after the storm.

Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) and its Board of Commissioners (Board) have announced that Jason Small will take the helm as general manager effective January 2, 2026.

Calendar is available free of charge at select community locations beginning on November 26 

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 Municipal Light Department (RMLD) General Manager Search Committee has recommended three finalists to the RMLD Board of Commissioners (Board).  The Board will interview each of the finalists during the scheduled public meeting on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.

The 2025 Power Week Open House is Thursday, October 9, 2025, 3 to 6 p.m. at the RMLD Garage, 218 Ash Street, Reading.

The Reading Municipal Lights Department (RMLD) has released its 2024 Annual Report and Financial Statements, offering residents a comprehensive look at the department’s operations, community engagement, and financial performance. The full report is available to the public on RMLD’s website here.

The Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) and the RMLD Board of Commissioners (Board) announced that Paul Heanue will serve as interim general manager, effective August 25, 2025. Heanue brings decades of utility experience, including 10 years as general manager for Hingham Municipal Lighting Plant.