Special commission included in newly signed law to license recovery coaches and combat opioid abuse
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Hundreds of Reading residents gathered at the Hillview Country Club to celebrate the start of the holiday season
The law seeks to strengthen the K-12 educator workforce by hiring and retaining more diverse educators and improving student outcomes.
Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center between 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
Massachusetts Legislature passes sweeping climate legislation to meet the climate crisis head-on.
Legislation to gradually phase out the sale of nicotine and tobacco products announced by Sen. Lewis and Reps. Vitolo and Lipper-Garabedian
State funding will be used to provide preventative safety training and education programs to town employees
The $3,400 grant from the state will be used to deliver safety training for employees.
New law requires insurance coverage for follow-up screenings and exams
Here's how Reading voted in the 2024 election.
As of this fall, the Mystic Highlands Greenway is 50% complete, with the route clearly marked by fresh signs.
Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Reading including the candidates, polling places, voting hours.
Doors open at the Hillview Country Club at 12:15 p.m.; event is free for Reading residents over 60 but advance reservations are required
Legislation aims to protect public safety by targeting dangerous criminals
White House hosts convening of state legislative leaders to discuss strategies to strengthen early childhood education and childcare.
On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, Sen. Jason Lewis will host a Virtual Town Hall from 7-8 p.m. to discuss the statewide ballot initiatives.
The grant will go toward enhancing pedestrian and bicyclist safety with much of the money allocated for monitoring crosswalks.
Funding will help support efforts to make local streets safer
Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
New law provides for stronger licensing and oversight requirements, periodic site inspections, and expanded workforce training
Mass. Senate passes bill lead by Sen. Lewis to establish a special commission to review the adequacy and equity of the MSBA program.
Legislation authorizes using interest from state's Stabilization Fund to help secure federal infrastructure assistance for Massachusetts
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Legislation renaming Mass. Rehabilitation Commission also strikes archaic laws stigmatizing individuals with disabilities
The $106,000 grant will go toward training 72 workers, with seven additional jobs anticipated by 2026.
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Early voting has already begun in communities across the state for the Sept. 3 state primary.
Local legislator has never missed a roll call and has now been recorded on more than 8,000 consecutive votes
Massachusetts Legislature Passes Largest Housing Investment in State History
New animal welfare protections will take effect January 1
Massachusetts Senate approves legislation to reform long-term care and assisted living sectors in order to ensure safe, high-quality care.
Massachusetts Legislature passes a gun violence prevention and firearm safety reform bill to protect communities.
Funds will support Bare Meadow stewardship project, anatomy and physiology education at Reading Memorial High School
Mass. Senate passes reforms to boost oversight and transparency in the healthcare market and improve patient access to affordable treatment.