Join your neighbors for a day of outdoor volunteer work as we care for Reading’s conservation land! Help clear trails, pick up litter, and improve the beauty, safety, and accessibility of our cherished green spaces.

Get ready for an inspiring night of music and community spirit as the Reading Community Singers return to the stage for their spring concert, For the Beauty of the Earth.

The Town of Reading is kicking off a dynamic new public art initiative - and you could be a part of it!

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health condition that occurs when the force of blood pushing against the artery walls is consistently too high.

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.

In April, the Town of Reading successfully delivered 16,296 brand-new trash and recycling carts to households across town who currently receive municipal waste collection services. This town-wide rollout is part of the preparations for a new trash and recycling collection contract that will go into effect in July 2026.

The Reading Select Board has placed two important debt exclusion questions on the ballot for the upcoming Special Election on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. In accordance with Massachusetts State Law, cost amounts cannot be listed directly on the ballot. However, residents are encouraged to learn about each proposal and their potential impact before heading to the polls.

For Mark Dockser, public service has never been a question of if - only how. After nearly 25 years in Town Meeting and nine years on Finance Committee, Dockser transitioned to the Select Board with a deep understanding of Reading’s inner workings and a clear motivation: to keep the town moving forward.

Join your neighbors for a day of outdoor volunteer work as we care for Reading’s conservation land! Help clear trails, pick up litter, and improve the beauty, safety, and accessibility of our cherished green spaces.

ReadingCares and the Reading Climate Advisory Committee are again hosting the annual Bike Recycling and Give-Away.

This spring, Reading residents will have two significant opportunities to shape the future of their town: the Annual Town Meeting begins Monday, April 28, and the Special Election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13. These events will help determine the fate of key capital projects and investments that affect residents across all ages.

As Reading prepares for Town Meeting and critical decisions about the town’s future, Finance Committee Chair Joe Carnahan has shared a detailed letter outlining the upcoming budget, major financial considerations, and long-term planning challenges.

Reading’s love for pickleball is potentially about to get a big upgrade. With the popularity of the sport soaring across the country - and right time here at home - the Town of Reading is preparing to create a new, purpose-built, pickleball complex at Symonds Way/Range Road. Article 14, which seeks funding approval for the project, will be considered at the upcoming Town Meeting.

For over four decades, the Reading Food Pantry has been a cornerstone of compassion in our community - providing nourishment, dignity, and connection to neighbors in need. In 2024, thanks to an outpouring of support from volunteers, donors, and local organizations, the Pantry had one of its most impactful years in its 41-year history.

The Town of Reading and its manager, Matt Kraunelis, are pleased to announce the promotion of Assistant Fire Chief Rick Nelson to the position of Fire Chief following a unanimous confirmation vote of the Reading Select Board, and a competitive search that included several highly qualified candidates and utilized a comprehensive assessment center process.

Get ready to dig in - the Reading Garden Club’s annual Plant Sale is back! Join fellow plant lovers on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Reading Town Common for a vibrant morning of flowers, greenery, and community connection.

At Bedford Green in Bedford, Massachusetts, veterans gather not only to receive gifts - but to be reminded that their service is never forgotten.

The Town of Reading’s Department of Public Works (DPQ), in coordination with Lazaro Paving Corp., will begin road resurfacing and related construction work within the next few weeks. This project will affect several roads in town, including areas directly adjacent to homes.

Residents of Reading may notice low-flying helicopters in certain areas this week as part of a targeted mosquito control effort. The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project (EMMCP) will be conducting a helicopter application of a biological larvicide known as Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis) to help reduce mosquito populations early in the season.

ReadingCares and the Reading Climate Advisory Committee are once again proud to host the annual Bike Recycling and Give-Away event! This wonderful community initiative provides an opportunity to donate bikes you no longer need - and to find a new one, for free.