Hundreds of local residents enjoyed a traditional turkey dinner, music and dancing at Teresa’s Functions and Events’ Crystal Ballroom
Legislature strengthens protections for public transit workers by expanding laws governing assault and battery against on-duty personnel.
Local residents are invited to stop by the Pleasant Street Center between 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Massachusetts Legislature passes supplement budget to close out Fiscal Year 2025.
Massachusetts Legislature passes joint resolutions to safeguard U.S. Constitution from political attacks.
The award recognizes the "ongoing work to reduce waste, improve recycling practices, and support public education around sustainability."
Bipartisan group of Massachusetts state senators votes to protect freedom of expression and safeguard open access to literature.
House proposal updates MA statutes by removing offensive terminology
Massachusetts Senate unanimously votes to provide enhanced safety, stability, and educational opportunities for military families.
Local residents invited to stop by the Pleasant Street Center between 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
The funds will be used for the Reading Center for Active Living, the town’s future community and senior center.
House bill also creates crime of assault & battery with a bodily substance
Massachusetts Senate closes the books on Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) with a $2.3 billion supplemental budget.
The Reading Police Department has been awarded a state grant to increase crosswalk enforcement in town.
The coordinated protests against the Trump administration are scheduled for this weekend.
New law addresses widening funding gap for reimbursements to acute care hospitals and community health centers for vulnerable populations.
Landmark data privacy legislation is poised to lead the nation in consumer protections by limiting the collection and sale of personal data.
Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Massachusetts Senate passes 3 bills to increase safety and lower costs for residents.
Local residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
The blue envelope program fosters safer interactions between police and people with autism spectrum disorder.
With unanimous, bipartisan support, the Senate removes out-of-date and offensive terminology and statutes from Massachusetts law.
The legislation simplifies the process and brings Massachusetts up to date with the other 49 states and international best practices.
House initiative seeks to help prevent the exploitation of women and children
Mass. Legislature passes the Shield Act 2.0 to fortify protections for those seeking and providing reproductive and gender-affirming care.
Reading will receive $900K in road and bridge assistance
Senate passes bill to improve student learning and academic achievement, boost mental health, and foster healthier learning environments.
Local residents are invited to stop by the Pleasant Street Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Senate passes legislation to protect consumers and keep people from being pushed into financial ruin if they are sued for financial debt.
Road and bridge money part of $1.185B transportation infrastructure bill
The town will receive the funds as part of a $1.185 billion transportation bond bill.
Senate members of Joint Committee on Education vote in favor of restricting cell phones in schools after a unanimous, bipartisan vote.
Tens of thousands are expected to rally nationwide on the fifth anniversary of the death of a civil rights leader.
Massachusetts Senate passes Shield Act 2.0 with bipartisan support.
Legislature's new rules for 2025-2026 make lawmaking more transparent, efficient, and accessible to the public.
The Reading legislative delegation pushed for the funds, which are part of the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget.
Local residents are invited to stop by the center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Funding will pay for traffic improvements, RMHS equipment acquisition and accessible school transportation for special needs students
Funding is included in supplemental budget supporting education and transportation-related initiatives
The funding is part of a larger bill that the legislature recently passed.