House and Senate finalize $300M Chapter 90 funding proposal for FY2027

The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) today announced that Abdullah Mughal and Abdul Raheem Mughal of Reading were awarded scholarships by the MassCPAs Educational Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Program. 

SEIU Unions Representing More Than 120,000-members Says Nguyen’s Lived Experience, Leadership Make Her ‘Clear Choice’

Friends and Family Day is back - with free admission, food, music, community organizations, and fireworks to close out the day.

RCTV Studios is teaming up with Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings for a fundraiser, and the timing couldn’t be better.

On a day when the temperatures were in the 90s, the top track and field athletes from around the state descended upon Merrimack College for the first day of the MIAA Meet of Champions on Thursday, June 4th.

Whitelam Books is excited to welcome author Christopher C. Gorham to our nonfiction book club on Thursday, June 11 at 7:00PM.

The Meet of Champions (MoC), held at Merrimack College on June 4th and June 6th, features the top athletes from across the state in every event, and Reading is well-represented.

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.