Recapping Everything in Reading, MA

Celebrate Juneteenth with a family-friendly afternoon on the Town Common. This year, the Festival features a Community Conversation held at Old South Church at 1:30 pm, and a Cultural Arts program with music, student performances, and more. There will be face painting and activities for children, food, and a pop-up market. Here’s a look at what’s happening! 

Announcing my next Community Office Hours in Reading! Either Rich or a member of his staff will be present to answer any questions you may have. Rich will be at Caffè Nero, 676 Main Street today Tuesday, June 16th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

If you aren’t able to attend these sessions, you can contact his office at (617) 772-2575 or email his Legislative Aide, Konah B...

Republic will be in town during the Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June, 19th. There will be NO delay in Friday’s pick up route. If Friday is your normal trash day, please have everything out as you normally would by 6:30am that morning. Please call the Public Works department if you have any questions at 781-942-9077, thank you!

Here’s the updated list of all meetings with agendas currently scheduled for this week in Reading. Please note that this information is accurate as of Monday morning only—new meetings may be added or existing ones modified at any time. To view the agenda PDFs, simply click on the meeting name. For the latest updates, visit

“Rate Changes Balance Infrastructure Needs with Cost Relief for Residents“

The Select Board has approved the town’s Fiscal Year 2027 utility rates following a public hearing and detailed presentation from town staff and consultants.

Town Manager Jayne Wellman presented the proposal alongside consultant Matt Abrahams, Finance Direc...