Reading Remains Moderate Risk With 78 New Cases

The town reported a rising positive test rate but did not go over the threshold for designating communities high risk.

'Mask Up Reading' Campaign Launched As COVID-19 Cases Rise

Health officials aim to keep community awareness high amid a "concerning increase" in cases in Reading.

Reading Adds 52 Coronavirus Cases, Remains Moderate Risk

The town also reported a rising positive test rate but did not go over the new percent positivity threshold for high-risk designation.

Reading Remains Moderate Risk As Coronavirus Rate Rises

The town was labeled a yellow community by the state, with 23 cases over the last two weeks.

Reading's Coronavirus Risk Level Rises

The state reported 17 positive cases in Reading over the last two weeks, labeling it a moderate-risk, or "yellow," community.

Reading Remains Low Risk As Coronavirus Cases Fall

The town is considered a low-risk, or "green," community, according to weekly state data released Wednesday.

Reading Coronavirus Cases Fall, Town Remains At Low Risk

Here are the latest coronavirus figures in Reading.

Reading Announces 2 October Flu Clinics

Here's how Reading residents can schedule an appointment to get a free flu shot.

Reading To Hold Flu Clinic For Residents

Reading is offering flu shots for residents at Coolidge Middle School Tuesday.

Reading's Positive Coronavirus Rate Falls: Latest Numbers

The town is still labeled a "green" community by the state, meaning it averages fewer than four cases per 100,000 people daily.

Reading's Latest Coronavirus Figures: Town Remains 'Green'

The town's positive test rate dropped along with the number of reported cases.

Reading's Coronavirus Rate Remains Steady; Uptick In Cases

The state labeled Reading a "green" community for the second week in a row.

'Her heart is as beautiful as her smile': Reading Local Hero

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Reading Coronavirus Threat Falls In Latest State Report

The state labeled Reading a "white" community, meaning it is averaging fewer than five cases daily.

Reading Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Latest Coronavirus Cases In Reading

Three-quarters of Massachusetts communities, including Reading, had falling or steady positive test rates over the last two weeks.

Reading Board Of Health Urges Mail-In Voting

Local health officials formed a committee to promote mail-in voting among residents.

Year's First Human West Nile Virus Case Confirmed

State health officials said a man in his 50s has tested positive for the mosquito-born virus.

Latest Coronavirus Cases In Reading

Reading was one of the 107 communities to report an increased case count relative to the previous week.

Truck-Mounted Mosquito Spraying Returning To Reading

Additional spraying to control the town's mosquito population will be done Thursday.

Truck-Mounted Mosquito Spraying Coming To Reading

The spray truck will be in Reading Thursday as EEE reappears in Massachusetts.

Reading Nursing Home Passes First State Inspection

In the first round of clinical audits, Bear Mountain at Reading was deemed "in adherence" with coronavirus protocols.

Reading's Coronavirus Case Count Nears 300

Coronavirus update: there have been 30 deaths attributed to the coronavirus in Reading.

OT 'Bravely, Faithfully' Treats Nursing Home Patients: Patch Hero

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Husband-And-Wife Nurses On The Front Line: Patch Hero

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MGH Nurse 'Continues Staying Positive, Smiling': Patch Hero

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Reading Coronavirus Update: 200+ Cases, 28 Deaths

The town will hold a mask distribution event Wednesday for residents ages 60 and older and other vulnerable populations.

'They Work Tirelessly To Keep Food Pantry Running': Patch Hero

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A Hand To Hold For Isolated Coronavirus Patients: Patch Hero

Many coronavirus patients can't see their friends and family. Nurses like Danielle Desrochers make sure they don't feel alone.

Reading Requires Masks, Face Coverings In Businesses

The town issued an order Friday mandating the use of face coverings in indoor public spaces.

Coronavirus In Reading: Number Of Cases Above 100

Here is the latest on the coronavirus in Reading.

Reading Sees First Coronavirus-Related Death

There were 53 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Reading as of Wednesday.

Reading Coronavirus Update: Cases Rise To 53

The town is collecting gift cards to benefit the Reading Food Pantry and set up email addresses and a hotline to offer support.

Latest Reading Coronavirus Updates

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Reading.

Reading Coronavirus Update: Number Of Cases Rises To 16

As more testing becomes available, health officials expect case counts across the state and at home to rise.

5 Positive Coronavirus Cases In Reading

The town's first presumptive positive case was reported last Wednesday.

Coronavirus: Reading Police Suspend Walk-In Services

There will no longer be walk-in fingerprinting, VIN checks, records requests, medication drop-off and other services.

Reading Launches Emergency Operations Center For Coronavirus

The center is a hub for meetings between all town, school and light departments and Austin Preparatory School.

Boil Water Order Lifted In Reading

Residents were advised to be careful with their drinking water over the weekend after a sample tested positive for E. coli.

Boil Water Order Issued In Reading Due To E. Coli

On Oct. 31, the water department collected samples from 10 locations throughout Reading. A sample from Salem St. tested positive for E. coli