Each year, the Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) hosts an electricity-themed art contest for high school students in Reading, North Reading, Wilmington, and Lynnfield Center. The 2025 contest, launched on February 1, revolves around the theme ‘Innovation in Energy’.

The weather didn’t fully cooperate for this year’s Winterfest, but that didn’t stop the community from coming out and enjoying the festivities while they could! We had a fantastic early crowd until what was predicted to be a passing shower turned into a steady downpour. Despite the damp conditions, the energy remained high, and we are incredibly grateful to anyone who participated.

The Middlesex Sherrif’s Office (MSO) is alerting residents to an increase in scam attempts targeting individuals through phone calls, emails, text messages, and online platforms. These scams use sophisticated tactics to deceive victims and often impersonate law enforcement officials.

The Friends of Reading METCO (FoRMETCO) and Reading Public Schools (RPS) are proud to present a special screening of CodeSwitching: Race an Identity in the Suburban Schoolhouse, a compelling documentary by filmmaker Mike Mascoll. This event offers a unique opportunity for the community to gain deeper insight into the experiences of students of the METCO program as they navigate racial and cultural identity in pursuit of education.

The Town of Reading’s Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 7:00 pm to gather community input on the Town Manager’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2026 (FY26). The hearing will take place in the Select Board Meeting Room at Town Hall (16 Lowell Street), with remote participation available via Zoom.

The Reading Lion's Club is bringing laughter to the community with a Comedy Night at the Wakefield Elks Lodge on Saturday, April 12. this exciting event promises an evening filled with humor, fun, and fundraising for a great cause.

The Town of Reading is seeking resident input to guide future land use considerations in the Industrial Zoning District along and near Walker’s Brook Drive. This area, known as the Eastern Gateway, presents an opportunity for thoughtful planning to enhance the community’s long-term needs.

Did you know that improperly disposing of dog waste can have serious environmental and public health consequences? Tossing dog waste into storm drains or catch basins sends harmful bacteria and pollutants directly into wetlands, streams, and even drinking water sources.

Reading residents are invited to meet Karen Rose-Gillis, candidate for local office, at Whitelam Books located at 610 Main Street on Monday, March 10 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This event offers an opportunity for community members to ask questions, share concerns and discuss important town matters directly with the candidate.

The Reading Municipal Lights Department (RMLD) is making it easier for residential customers to upgrade to energy-efficient heat pump systems with a robust incentive program. Through rebates and a 0% interest loan option, RMLD aims to support customers in reducing their carbon footprint while improving home energy efficiency.

Dear Reading Community,

My name is Dana Guarino, and I am running for one of the two open positions on the Reading School Committee.  I would like the opportunity to earn your vote on April 8th 2025.  My wife and I have an 11-year-old daughter and twin boys who are almost 9.  They all attend Joshua Eaton.  

Dear Reading Community,

I hope this message finds you well. I am excited to officially announce my re-election campaign for one of the two Select Board seats on April 8th.

State Senator Jason Lewis is accepting applications for summer 2025 internships with his office, offering a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to gain hands-on experience in state government. Senator Lewis represents the Fifth Middlesex District, which includes Malden, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, and parts of Winchester. As a member of the Senate President Karen Spilka’s leadership team, he plays a key role in shaping public policy, particularly in education, healthcare, and economic opportunity.

Music lovers, mark your calendars - Reading PorchFest is back for itsseventh year on Satuday, June 28, 2025!

The popular music festival invites residents to take part in a day filled with live performances on porches, driveways, and front yards throughout Reading. Whether you are a musician looking to perform, a homeowners interested in hosting a band or solo act, or both - now is the time to sign up! Registration links are available at ReadingPorchFest.com.

Hello residents of Reading! My name is Christopher Cook, and I’m excited to announce my candidacy for the Reading Select Board in the upcoming election on April 8th. My family and I are recent residents of Reading, and from the moment we arrived, we knew we had made the right choice. We were drawn to this town because of its strong sense of community, excellent schools, and vibrant local businesses. 

The Town of Reading is seeking input from residents to help shape the community’s future. Over the past several months, municipal staff and resident volunteers have been actively listening to community members to better understand the challenges they face. Now, the Town is asking for further feedback through a brief survey designed to help identify top priorities and explore ways to build a more resilient Reading.

Pickleball enthusiasts in Reading are gearing up for the 3rd annual Reading Pickleball Players Association (RPPA) fundraiser, set to take place on Saturday, March 16, 2025, at the Reading Memorial High School Fieldhouse. This highly anticipated community event brings players of all skill levels together for a day of fun, friendly competition, an fundraising.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) has released its Spring 2025 schedule, featuring a variety of essential services for residents, including street sweeping, hazardous materials collection, scrap metal pickup, and electronics recycling. Mark your calendars and take advantage of these opportunities to keep Reading clean and sustainable.

The Town of Reading is preparing for an upcoming change in trash and recycling as part of the next rubbish/recycling contract, which will transition from manual collection to automated collection in July 2026. To facilitate this change, new trash and recycling carts will be delivered to every household currently receiving town collection services starting in April 2025.

Mark your calendars - Winterfest 2025 is coming to the Reading Town Common on Thursday, March 6, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This annual outoor celebration, hosted by the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce, brings together residents and visitors for an evening of great food, craft beer, live music, and winter activities.