Residents are invited to come together on Saturday, June 21, from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the Reading Town Common for the 2025 Juneteenth Freedom Festival, a family-friendly celebration of Black freedom, culture, and community.

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.

The Town of Reading is offering residents more opportunities to recycle specific household items with three upcoming community recycling drop-off events. These events, held at the Department of Public Works (DPW) Yard at 75 Newcrossing Road, aim to make it easier for residents to responsibly dispose of items that aren’t typically collected curbside.

It’s time to mark your calendars for the 5th annual Reading Pride Parade and Celebration, scheduled for Saturday, June 7.

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), in collaboration with the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment and the Provincetown Board of Health, is alerting the public to a potential hepatitis A exposure associated with a food service worker at The Red Inn in Provincetown.

Reading residents gathered under clear blue skies on Monday, May 26, 2025, to observe the town’s annual Memorial Day Parade and remembrance ceremonies honoring those who gave their lives in service to the country.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.