Neighborhood grocery store set to open on Walkers Brook Drive in 2026

Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own work to The Reading Observer.

As Reading continues municipal budget season, town officials are offering residents a new way to better understand how local finances work and where their tax dollars go.

For residents following leadership changes at Town Hall, the Select Board voted on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, to appoint Jayne Wellman as Reading’s next Town Manager.

Looking to refresh your spring style, without spending a dime? The Reading Public Library is hosting a fun, sustainability-focused Accessory Swap this April.

As voters head to the polls for the April 7 Annual Town Election, they will notice a question on the back of the ballot asking whether to approve a series of proposed changes to Reading’s Home Rule Charter.

The Friends of the Reading Public Library are seeking volunteers to help bring one of Reading’s most anticipated community events back this spring.

Calling all artists in grades K-7! Flex your creativity and celebrate 250 years of American independence by designing a new special edition library card.

After 32 years serving in the House of Representatives, I have decided that I will not seek re-election to another term this fall.

The Reading Historical Commission has provided an update on the future of 52 Salem Street, a historic property that may hold significant cultural and architectural value

Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own work to The Reading Observer.

The Reading School Committee has announced four finalists in its search for the district’s next Superintendent, following the upcoming departure of Dr. Thomas Milaschewski at the end of the school year.

This spring, discover how your library supports strong bonds between young people and their parents and caregivers.

On March 26 at 7 pm hear from five of Reading’s distinguished women leaders at a special panel discussion.

Today, State Representative Tram Nguyen announced earning the endorsement of Salem Ward 6 City Councillor Katelyn Holappa.

Our creative community is strongest when many voices are heard. If you feel inspired, please consider submitting your own work to The Reading Observer.

The Reading Select Board will take the next step in the Town Manager Selection process on Monday, March 23, 2026, when members interview Acting Town Manager Jayne Wellman for the permanent position.

Residents looking to clear out old or unwanted metal items will have an easy opportunity to do so next week.

If laughter is the best medicine, get to the Old Hose House Theater stat on Saturday, April 4, for a dose of wild and unpredictable improv comedy with Accidentally On Purpose featuring Reading’s own Patrick Beckman.

The Love is a Verb Social Justice Team of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading is proud to invite the public to a talk by the esteemed Reverend Dr. Clyde Grubbs.