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Memorial Day tomorrow - remember and honor
This Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2025, The Town of Reading invites all residents to join in a day of remembrance, reflection, and gratitude. As w commemorate 250 years since the start of the American Revolution, we also pause to honor and remember all those who have given their lives in service to our country.
Don’t leave it behind: the importance of scooping the poop
As the weather warms up and more residents are out walking their dogs, the Town of Reading is reminding pet owners of an important - and legally required - responsibility: cleaning up after your dog.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: you’re not alone
This May, the Town of Reading joins communities in observing Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage individuals to seek support for mental health conditions.
May is Stroke Awareness Month: learn the signs, save a life
May marks Stroke Awareness Month, and the Town of Reading is helping raise awareness about the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms early and understanding risk factors to prevent life-threatening emergencies.
Meeting the need: how the Reading Food Pantry supports hundreds each month
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.
A view from behind the plate: Preston Lucas reflects on 30+ years in Reading Little League
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.
Get involved: volunteer for a town board or committee in Reading
Do you have skills, passion, or just a little free time? The Town of Reading is calling on residents to step up and help shape the future of our community by serving on a local board, committee, or commission.
Community Cleanup rescheduled: join the Conservation Commission on Saturday, May 17
Due to last weekend’s rainy weather, the Maillet, Sommes, and Morgan Conservation Area Community Cleanup has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Rainy day, big impact: community turns out for Annual Bike Giveaway
Neither rain nor chilly weather could dampen the spirit of community this past Saturday, as families, volunteers, and local organizations gathered for Reading’s annual Bike Recycling and Giveaway Event.
Learn how to heat (and cool) smarter at the 2025 Heat Pump Webinar
Reading residents and Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) customers are invited to an informative and practical Heat Pump Webinar, presented in partnership with Adobe Energy Management.
Reading’s Spring Recycling Drop-Off Event is this Saturday
Get ready to clean out your basement, garage, and closets - Reading’s Department of Public Works (DPW) is hosting its annual Spring Recycling Drop-Off Event this Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the DPW Garage, 75 Newcrossing Road.
Reading voters approve Killam School project, ReCAL project narrowly passes
Reading voters turned out for the May 13, 2025, Special Election to weigh in on two critical debt exclusion questions that will shape the future of town infrastructure and services.
Reminder: Special Election tomorrow - make your voice heard!
The Town of Reading is holding a Special Election tomorrow, and all registered voters are encouraged to participate in shaping the future of our community.
Community Cleanup Day at Maillet, Sommes, and Morgan Conservation area Saturday
Join your neighbors for a day of outdoor volunteer work as we care for Reading’s conservation land! Help clear trails, pick up litter, and improve the beauty, safety, and accessibility of our cherished green spaces.
Celebrate the season with song: Reading Community Singers present “For the Beauty of Earth”
Get ready for an inspiring night of music and community spirit as the Reading Community Singers return to the stage for their spring concert, For the Beauty of the Earth.
Calling all creatives: help transform Downtown Reading with public art
The Town of Reading is kicking off a dynamic new public art initiative - and you could be a part of it!
Understanding high blood pressure: a silent but serious condition
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health condition that occurs when the force of blood pushing against the artery walls is consistently too high.
Tragedy on Main Street: Fatal Four-Car crash claims life in Reading
The Reading Police Department is investigating a fatal car crash that occurred late Friday night, reminding us all of the responsibility we carry behind the wheel.
Reading rolls out new trash & recycling carts for all residents
In April, the Town of Reading successfully delivered 16,296 brand-new trash and recycling carts to households across town who currently receive municipal waste collection services. This town-wide rollout is part of the preparations for a new trash and recycling collection contract that will go into effect in July 2026.
Reading residents to vote on two major building projects May 13
The Reading Select Board has placed two important debt exclusion questions on the ballot for the upcoming Special Election on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. In accordance with Massachusetts State Law, cost amounts cannot be listed directly on the ballot. However, residents are encouraged to learn about each proposal and their potential impact before heading to the polls.