Town of Reading, MA

Official Twitter account for the Town of Reading, Massachusetts. This account is not monitored 24/7.

[MEMA @MassEMA]

Beat the heat this week! ☀️🌡️

A heat advisory is in effect for many areas away from the immediate coast through Friday.

Avoid heat-related illness by drinking plenty of water and limiting outdoor time & strenuous activity. Remember, never leave children or pets in the car!

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

West Nile Virus detected in Reading. Precautions listed below. For more information visit:
https://t.co/IiAuAbqEdz

https://t.co/ZEPm9x95u8

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

A virtual public meeting will be held on: Wed, July 19, 2023 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Zoom details are on the Hazard Mitigation webpage – https://t.co/7mCkvlA7kD

For questions contact Mary Benedetto, Senior Planner, Town of Reading, 781-942-6648, [email protected].

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

This Saturday don't miss the 5th Annual Reading Porchfest!

Noon-6PM

More than 50 Musical Acts in 30 Locations all over town.

Does it get any better than Reading? Nope.

We'll see you Saturday!

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

See you SaturYay for the Third Annual Juneteenth Freedom Fest!

1-7PM
Reading Town Common
Did we mention the food, music, vendors, and... beer?

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Congratulations to Assistant Public Works Director Christopher Cole for being named Government Civil Engineer of the Year!
https://t.co/hOVNXOQTET
#BSCES
#localgov #Mapoli

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

AERIAL APPLICATION TO CONTROL MOSQUITO LARVAE

The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be conducting a helicopter application of the biological larvicide, in Reading.

For further information contact the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project at
781-899-5730.

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Join the Health Department & East Middlesex Mosquito Control for an informational seminar on THURS, March 23, at 3PM. Join Zoom Meeting
https://t.co/CaWOaXanly

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

For those looking for Covid or Flu vaccines please register for March 10 at the Coolidge Middle School.

Register Here: https://t.co/wkSkHHveAa

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Hey, Reading!
We want to hear from you about the potential for developing a parcel of land on Symond's Way. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey:
https://t.co/cJBdQdnfYT

[Reading Fire Local 1640 @Readingfire]

This past fall, a fire that occurred in Western Massachusetts was caught on a surveillance camera. Using that footage, we’ve created a timelapse video to demonstrate how fast fires can grow out of control. The timelapse shows how important early detection can be.

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Nomination Papers for the 2023 Town Election

Please note - The last day for candidates to pick up nomination papers is MONDAY, Feb 13 by 5:30 PM.

The last day to RETURN completed nomination papers is TUESDAY, Feb 14, by 5PM.

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Jean Delios marks her last day at Assistant Town Manager for @TownOfReadingMA. 13 years in Reading and 40 years in the public sector, specializing in transformative work in #LocalGov. Read about her incredible career in public service here: https://t.co/1rGpbLbRlb

[MEMA @MassEMA]

Prepare your…

🏠 Make sure smoke and CO detectors are working & have fresh batteries. Caulk/weather-strip windows & doors to keep cold out

🚗 Pack jumper cables, extra warm layers/blankets & emergency kit

🐾 Plan to keep pets indoors & protect paws during short trips out

[MEMA @MassEMA]

Dangerous Cold Incoming: Fri-Sat

Combo of below zero air temps + blustery conditions will lead to "feels-like" temp near -20° for many areas by Saturday AM

Frostbite can occur within 10 minutes in these conditions ⚠️

[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

Check your charcuterie boards!
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[Town of Reading, MA @TownOfReadingMA]

It's that time of year again! Please take some time to get out there and clear the snow off catch basins so that they drain before the upcoming rain tonight. Clogged basins can cause stormwater to flood.