Winter weather is making another appearance in Reading, with steady snowfall expected to bring about 3-4 inches of total accumulation before tapering off later this afternoon. Town crews began road treatment early and continue working through neighborhood streets to keep travel routes as safe as possible.

The Reading Department of Public Works has moved on to the snow removal and sidewalk plowing phase of storm cleanup following the recent winter storm.

After an intense winter storm, Town officials shared an update, thanking municipal crews and offering important reminders as Reading continues cleanup efforts.

Town officials are urging residents to prepare as Winter Storm Fern is forecast to bring heavy snow to Reading and the surrounding area beginning Sunday, January 25, with impacts expected to continue into Monday.

Town officials are urging residents to prepare as Winter Storm Fern is expected to bring heavy snow to Reading and the surrounding area beginning Sunday, January 25. Forecasts indicate rapidly deteriorating conditions Sunday afternoon through early Monday, with impacts to travel, municipal operations, and services.

Town officials are urging residents to prepare as a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Reading. Forecasts issued Thursday evening called for 12 to 18 inches of snow from Sunday through Monday, with updated projections Friday evening increasing potential totals to as much as 24 inches. The storm is expected to bring hazardous travel conditions, potential power outages, and prolonged severe winter weather.

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.

With well-below-normal temperatures forecast for the weekend, the Reading Public Library will remain open during regular business hours and operate as a warming center for residents in need of a safe, heated space.

For the second year in a row, Reading’s Department of Public Works is spreading winter cheer by unveiling the newly selected names for the town’s snowplow fleet. Students from all five elementary and both middle schools once again submitted creative, witty, and winter-themed suggestions - resulting in another standout lineup of names for the 2025-2026 season.