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Open Door Gallery at Worcester Art Museum to Hold Opening Receptionfor New Group Exhibition by Artists with Disabilities

Open Door Gallery at the Worcester Art Museum today announced it will be holding an opening reception for its group exhibition, Repeat After Me, on Thursday, April 16, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

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April recognizes as Autism Acceptance Month

April is recognized as Autism Acceptance Month, a time to promote understanding, inclusion, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum.

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Poetry by Richard Perry: A Wasted Gift

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

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Former North Andover Select Board Chair Tom Licciardello Endorses Tram Nguyen for Congress

Today, State Representative Tram Nguyen announced the endorsement of former North Andover Select Board Chair Tom Licciardello.

Taylor Gregory 4/8/26 Taylor Gregory 4/8/26

Public input sought on major I-95 project

Residents in Reading and surrounding communities will have an opportunity to learn more about proposed improvements to Interstate 95 and provide input during an upcoming virtual public hearing.

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Reading voters decide key races in April 7 Election

Unofficial results from Reading’s April 7, 2026, Annual Town Election show the outcome of several key local races.

TRO Editor 4/7/26 TRO Editor 4/7/26

Rep. Tram Nguyen Statement on Threats to Escalate Military Operations in Iran

State Representative Tram Nguyen issued the below statement on Trump’s threats to increase military operations in Iran.

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Annual Town Election today at RMHS Fieldhouse

Election Day is here! Residents are encouraged to head to the polls today, April 7, 2026, to cast their ballots in Reading’s Annual Town Election.

TRO Editor 4/6/26 TRO Editor 4/6/26

Op-Ed: Implicit Bias Isn’t Just a Theory—I’ve seen it at work.

Most of us believe that we are even-handed in the way we judge other people.

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State Senator Lydia Edwards Endorses Tram Nguyen for Congress

State Representative Tram Nguyen announced the endorsement of State Senator Lydia Edwards.

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Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) holding rates steady through the end of the year and enhancing rebates effective April 1

Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) announced that there will be no distribution rate increase in the spring of 2026.

TRO Editor 4/5/26 TRO Editor 4/5/26

Reading Fire Department receives $18,968 Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant award

The Reading Fire Department has been awarded an $18,968.15 state Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant for Fiscal Year 2026 through the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Department of Fire Services.

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School Committee appoints Dr. Henry Turner as Superintendent

Following a multi-step search process and public deliberation, the School Committee voted on April 4, 2026, to appoint Dr. Henry Turner as the district’s next Superintendent.