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Coffee in hand, Reading? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

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  • How a $3,500 grant will upgrade Reading's new pickleball courts

Also on today's calendar: From Source to Sea: Reading's Impact on the Ipswich River and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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📰 News we're reading

• Reading Cooperative Charitable Foundation Makes Donation to Reading Pickleball Players Association (thereadingpost.com) — Reading residents can look forward to more comfortable breaks at the new Symonds Way pickleball complex, thanks to a $3,500 grant from the Reading Cooperative Charitable Foundation. The funds will buy two double-sided benches for the pavilion near the Burbank Ice Arena, supporting the fast-growing Reading Pickleball Players Association and enhancing the new courts expected to open in October.
   

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