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1. 💡 RMLD Board of Commissioners 9-15-26 AI Recap (readingrecap.com) — Reading's municipal light board just approved new line-work and truck contracts, adopted an AI-use policy, and confirmed that Station 6 remains on track for 2027. Residents should also note an October 12 pilot shortening lobby and phone hours, expanded advanced metering in town, and upcoming decisions on renewable energy certificates and rates that could influence future electric costs.
2. RMHS Girls Swimming Opens Season with Win Over Stoneham/Melrose (thereadingpost.com) — Reading Memorial High School's girls swim team kicked off its 2026 season with a strong 91-65 win over Stoneham/Melrose at the Burbank YMCA. Local swimmers from eighth grade through senior year posted multiple first-place finishes and early qualifying times for Sectionals and States, setting an optimistic tone for Reading fans ahead of their next meet at Arlington.
3. Parker Tavern To Recreate Reading's Revolutionary War History (thereadingpost.com) — Parker Tavern is turning back the clock on September 26 with a full-day Revolutionary War encampment right in Reading, complete with militia, Highland regiment, crafts, and tours. You can explore Archibald Campbell's seven months as a prisoner here, enjoy demonstrations by local artisans, and tour special exhibits from the Reading Antiquarian Society's collection, all within walking distance of downtown.
4. 🪙 Finance Committee (Fincom) 9-16-26 AI Recap (readingrecap.com) — Reading's Finance Committee dug into the proposed tax override, Killam School and Reading Center for Active Living debt, and how those choices could affect your annual tax bill by roughly $264 on average. Members also debated reserve and free cash policies, reviewed Burbank Ice Arena oversight, and outlined key October and November meetings that will shape the FY28 budget and Town Meeting warrant.
5. Samuel H. Williams Jr. Obituary (caledonianrecord.com) — Reading natives may remember Samuel H. Williams Jr., who grew up here before a Navy career, long tenure at Burndy Corporation in New Hampshire, and many years of family life split between the White Mountains and Falmouth. His family recalls his humor, hospitality, gardening, and deep devotion to loved ones, and they invite memorial contributions to Wren Hospice in lieu of flowers.
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