Whitelam Books is excited to host a Holiday Storytime on Sunday, November 30 at 3:00PM. Join us for this family-friendly event for readers of all ages which will be held during the downtown Reading Tree Lighting Celebration.

Each November, communities across the country observe Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of early detection, treatment options, and ongoing research.

The Reading Police Department has announced that it will once again take a flexible approach to enforcing the Town’s all-night parking ban, implementing restrictions only when snow is predicted, except within the Downtown Business District where regulartions remain in effect at all times.

The Reading Symphony Orchestra (RSO) will launch its 2025-2026 season with Soul and Steel, an exciting program taking place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium at Galvin Middle School in Wakefield. The evening features an eclectic mix of contemporary and classical works, including Anna Meredith’s Nautilus, Judith Weir’s Still, Glowing, and Shostakovich’s powerful Symphony No. 5.

Before you’re swept up in the hustle and bustle of holiday planning, shopping, and enjoyment, check out the library’s winter programs. You’ll want to mark your calendar for our first ever Community Clothing Swap, a LiveWires concert, Toddler Yoga, and so much more.

Town Manager Matt Kraunelis is pleased to share that the Town of Reading has been awarded $4,550 from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection’s Recycling Dividends Program (RDP).

To the Residents of Reading and to our Veterans,

I want to extend my deepest thanks to all who joined us last week in honoring our nation’s heroes. Your presence at our Veterans Day ceremony made the day truly special. Seeing our community come together to recognize and celebrate those who have served fills me with pride and gratitude.

The New England Aquarium invites guests to experience Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo like never before on the Simons Theatre's five-story giant screen. This family-friendly evening on the Saturday after Thanksgiving offers audiences the chance to revisit the ocean adventure that introduced millions to the wonders of marine life, from clownfish and blue tangs to sea turtles and white sharks.

Hundreds of residents gathered at Memorial Park on a chilly Veterans Day morning to honor the men and women who have served our country. Despite the cold, and even a few snowflakes, the crowd stood together in gratitude and reflection during a heartfelt ceremony organized by the Reading Veterans Services Office.

The MBTA has officially withdrawn its Notice of Intent (NOI) for the proposed Turnback Track project near Vine Street in Reading - marking the second time the proposal has been withdrawn without prejudice, meaning the MBTA can refile the project again at any time.

The Reading Public Health Department is alerting residents that the FDA and CDC are investigating a national outbreak of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula.

Ten years, 3,653 consecutive days of lacing up, getting out the door, and running - rain, shine, snow, or heat. On Friday night, November 7, longtime resident and Town Moderator Alan Foulds reached this remarkable milestone, placing him among only a small number of committed runners nationwide.

The Town of Reading invites you to help shape the future of Walkers Brook Drive. We will share project updates, potential design alternatives, and next steps. Your input is key to guide this phase.

As Reading prepares for its fall Subsequent Town Meeting, residents and Town Meeting members will soon gather to make important decisions about local policies, finances, and community priorities.

Young people with lived experience in the foster care system presented projects at Boston CASA's first in-person Youth Advisory Board Forum on Nov. 1 at the Cambridge Public Library. The presentations addressed critical child welfare issues and proposed solutions backed by original research and personal insights.

After more than 30 years designing and crafting jewelry that combines artistry with heritage, Richard Berberian is closing Elyse Fine Jewelers.

After two years of careful planning, the Reading Public Library is excited to announce the construction of a new outdoor terrace. This project was developed through collaboration between community members, town staff, and design experts, and made possible by the generosity of the Reading Public Library Foundation.

The Women’s League of Reading (WLR) celebrated a major milestone this past Sunday, November 2, as their annual BrewFest at Lord Hobo completely sold out for the first time since its debut. The community came together for an afternoon of fun, food, and fundraising - all in support of the Reading Food Pantry.

The Town of Reading is advising residents that beginning Thursday, November 6, at 7:00 am, weather permitting, roadway paving work will take place on several local streets. PJ Alberts Inc. will be applying the final top pavement layer on the following roadways:

Town Moderator Alan Foulds is known for his steady and even-handed approach when it comes to running Town Meeting. He’s been at it now for 29 years and counting. For his running club, Mystic Runners, Alan has published a weekly newsletter, chronicling the clubs events and race results for 18 years. You might say consistency is a high priority for him.