Whitelam Books is pleased to welcome children’s author-illustrator E. B. Goodale.

An unhealthy heat advisory is in effect from June 4-6, and the Town of Reading Public Health Department is urging residents to take steps to protect themselves and their neighbors.

Reading’s boys’ and girls’ track teams had the biggest meet of the year last week - the Division 3 State Championships. 

Union provides scholarships to children and grandchildren of members and retirees to help launch their college experience.

The breakfast and lunch spot built on fresh ingredients, a live omelet bar, and a whole lot of regulars marks its fourth anniversary.

Carey McDonald’s campaign for the 5th Middlesex State Senate District announced endorsements from Mass Alliance, and from the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1445.

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

Starting July 6, large items must be scheduled in advance through Republic Services, curbside bulk item collection no longer included in standard pickup.

Thanks to the generosity of the Reading Public Library Foundation, the library has a beautiful new outdoor space that extends our programming area and offers the community a new spot to meet up and enjoy the outdoors, especially through the summer.

Candidates running for the state’s 6th Congressional District seat to succeed Rep. Seth Moulton will gather at Salem State University on Wednesday, June 17 for a candidate forum and debate.

At Summer Sizzlers, the literary event of the year, seven booktalkers will share their reviews of hot new titles in a buzzy event that’s like a speed date with books.

The beloved fundraiser returned on Sunday, May 3, opening nine unique homes and raising $19,000 for library programs.

New officers, promotions, years of service, and community partners recognized at the RMHS Performing Arts Center.

All ages welcome on the shores of Lake Quannapowitt for an evening of casting lines and making memories.

House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Reading on Friday, June 12 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. at the Pleasant Street Center, located at 49 Pleasant Street.

The morning started overcast as Reading’s Memorial Day parade made its way through town, grey skies but dry, with a thin dedicated crowd lining the route.

Six awkward spelling champions take the stage in this Tony Award-winning musical comedy, where the stakes of the local spelling bee become unexpectedly profound.

The first day of the Division 3 State track and field championships is in the books, and already Reading has a state champion and a new school record.

The Reading Police Department’s 2026 Open House, originally scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, has been canceled due to the anticipated weather forecast.

Two crews from Reading Scout Troop 702 and their adult advisors spent Memorial Day weekend backpacking in southern New Hampshire in preparation for their 9-day trek in Cimarron, New Mexico, this summer.