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It’s tick season: stay safe and informed about tick-borne illness
As warmer months settle in, it’s officially tick season in Massachusetts. Ticks are more than just a nuisance - they can carry serious diseases that impact both people and pets.
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month: prioritizing prevention and early detection
June marks Men’s Health Awareness month, a critical time to spotlight the unique health challenges men face and to encourage early detection, regular checkups, and open conversations about both physical and mental health.
June is PTSD Awareness Month: understanding, supporting, and finding help
The Town of Reading is recognizing PTSD Awareness Month this June, encouraging residents to learn more about post-traumatic stress disorder, its symptoms, and available treatments. Increasing awareness is a crucial step toward reducing stigma and connecting those affected with the help they need.
Staying safe in extreme heat: heatwave and heatstroke tips for Reading residents
With rising summer temperatures, the Town of Reading has issued an important public advisory on how to stay safe during heatwaves and how to recognize and respond to heatstroke symptoms.
Reading Police urge vigilance following surge in vehicle break-ins and thefts
The Reading Police Department is investigating a series of recent vehicle break-ins and thefts that have disrupted the normally quiet community and prompted renewed calls for residents to secure their property.
State Health Officials warn of potential hepatitis A exposure linked to Provincetown restaurant
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), in collaboration with the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment and the Provincetown Board of Health, is alerting the public to a potential hepatitis A exposure associated with a food service worker at The Red Inn in Provincetown.
Don’t leave it behind: the importance of scooping the poop
As the weather warms up and more residents are out walking their dogs, the Town of Reading is reminding pet owners of an important - and legally required - responsibility: cleaning up after your dog.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: you’re not alone
This May, the Town of Reading joins communities in observing Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage individuals to seek support for mental health conditions.
May is Stroke Awareness Month: learn the signs, save a life
May marks Stroke Awareness Month, and the Town of Reading is helping raise awareness about the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms early and understanding risk factors to prevent life-threatening emergencies.
Tragedy on Main Street: Fatal Four-Car crash claims life in Reading
The Reading Police Department is investigating a fatal car crash that occurred late Friday night, reminding us all of the responsibility we carry behind the wheel.