More songs were introduced, more singers joined, and it was a lovely evening all around.

Koh emerges from crowded five-way field, pledges to carry fight for affordability and democracy into the general election.

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

Here’s how Reading voted and what the results mean heading into November.

Hundreds of supporters gathered on Salem Common on a clear, sunny Sunday afternoon on August 30 to rally behind Tram Nguyen ahead of the September 1 Democratic primary.

Today is Massachusetts’ September 1 State Primary. If you haven’t voted early, polls are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Registration for Reading Recreation’s Fall programs is now open, but families may notice a shorter lineup than usual this season.

Reading has a new way to get around town.

Featuring special guests, State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, Mass Peace Action’s Brian Garvey, and dozens of endorsers and community activists

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

Tonight’s your chance to ask questions directly about Reading’s proposed FY28 operational override.

Dr. Mariah Lancaster released a statement on August 29, officially ending their candidacy in the Massachusetts 6th district race for the United States Congress. Below is the full statement.

Tram Nguyen today received the endorsement of Democratic candidate Dr. Mariah Lancaster, who announced they are dropping out of the race to help coalesce the field around the strongest progressive in the race. 

As summer winds down and Reading heads into a new school year, the Reading Food Pantry thanks the community for its year-round support and wishes students, teachers, and staff a great year ahead.

“Dan Koh is the candidate in this race whose experience best combines an understanding of the challenges facing our local communities with the ability to navigate Washington and make an impact on day 1,” said Brandt.

In case you missed it, The Marblehead Independent has endorsed Tram Nguyen for Congress in the Sixth Congressional race in its first-ever endorsement editorial.

The Suffolk County Deputy Sheriffs Union (AFSCME Local 419), the union representing correction and jail officers employed within the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department, today announced its endorsement of David Solet for Middlesex District Attorney.

Today, building on a week of cascading support and high-profile endorsements, Tram Nguyen’s campaign for Congress announced the endorsement of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell. 

“But his qualifications go beyond what’s on paper. Dan knows that good leadership starts with listening — week after week, he’s shown up to our community events, takes the time to meet with local officials and residents, and hears directly about the issues that matter most to them,” said Bettencourt. 

Today, Thursday, August 27, is the final day of in-person early voting for the September 1, 2026, state primary in Reading.