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Holiday Shipping Deadlines Are Approaching In Reading
Here are the deadlines in Reading to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.

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Here are the deadlines in Reading to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.

Here are the deadlines in Malden to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.
Here are the deadlines in Somerville to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.
Here are the deadlines in Arlington to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.
Here are the deadlines in Medford to send holiday packages in time for delivery by Christmas Day, Friday, Dec. 25.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Wakefield overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Stoneham overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Reading overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Somerville overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Malden overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Arlington overcome pandemic hardships.
Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Medford overcome pandemic hardships.
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Retailers are doing their best to curb crowds amid the pandemic while still rolling out deals to the most dedicated Black Friday shoppers.
Residents who need rental or mortgage assistance due to the pandemic are encouraged to apply.
One in-person student at Parker Middle School and a staff member at Birch Meadow recently tested positive for COVID-19.
The town will enact free parking at municipal lots on Saturdays during the holiday season.
Kyle Evans, 34, is prohibited from having firearms or ammunition due to a prior conviction, the U.S. Attorney's office said.
Funding will go toward operational expenses, salaries for additional classroom support staff, and assistance for low-income households.
Most town offices and services are closed to give everyone plenty of time to prep for the best meal of the year.