Representative Jones Holding District Office Hours April 11 in Reading

Local residents are invited to stop by the Pleasant Street Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Early Voting Begins For Reading Annual Town Election

Early voting for the annual town election starts this weekend and continues into next week.

Rep. Jones: Circuit Breaker Offers Up To $2,730 For Qualifying Seniors

Eligible residents can get a refundable tax credit when filing 2024 state income taxes

Murphy Announces Re-Election Campaign For Select Board Seat

Melissa Murphy announced her candidacy for the town election April 8 in a letter to the community.

Rep. Jones Holding Office Hours March 14 at Pleasant Street Center

Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Sen. Jason Lewis Reappointed as Senate Chair of Education Committee

Senator Lewis continues leadership role in Education Committee & continues to serve as a member of the Senate President's leadership team.

Senator Jason Lewis Accepting Applications for Summer 2025 Interns

Apply for a summer internship at the State House today!

Town Of Reading To Hold Forum On Birch Meadow Phase II Project

The project includes renovations to the two basketball courts, the tot lot playground, and additional parking on Bancroft Ave.

Sen. Lewis Champions Greater Transparency and Access to Legislature

Massachusetts Senate unanimously approves updated legislative rules for the new 2025-2026 legislative session to increase transparency.

Reading Commission Reviews Mixed-Use Project

A town commission extended a public hearing on a commercial-residential project pitched for Main Street, according to a report.

Senator Lewis to Host Town Hall to Share Results of Constituent Survey

Town Hall will be live streamed on YouTube on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 7-8 p.m.

Rep. Jones Holding Office Hours Feb. 14 at Pleasant Street Center

Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Reading’s Mia Pantano Completes Internship with Representative Jones

2021 RMHS graduate is pursuing a degree in political science at Roger Williams University

Reading Awarded Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant

The latest round of grants is part of a five-year, $25 million state bond authorization to improve fire safety.

Reading Town Manager's Contract Extended To 2026

The Select Board has agreed to extend Town Manager Matt Kraunelis' contract for another year, according to a report.

Reading Delegation Applauds New Healthcare Quality Oversight Law

New reforms to the state's healthcare system boost oversight/transparency and improve patient access to quality, affordable treatment.

Senator Lewis Files New Legislation to Revisit School Funding Formula

New bill would create a special commission to revisit the K-12 public school funding formula.

Reading Delegation Supports New Law to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

Massachusetts Legislature passes reforms to improve pharmaceutical industry oversight and lower the cost of prescription drugs.

Representative Brad Jones Re-Elected as House Minority Leader

Will lead 25-member House GOP caucus for 2025-2026 legislative session

Reading Delegation Helps Pass Bill to Combat Substance Use Disorder

New law will combat the opioid crisis and support residents living with substance use disorder.

Rep. Jones Announces Reading District Office Hours for 2025

First office hours of the new year set for January 10 at Pleasant Street Center

Rep. Jones' Proposal to Address Xylazine's Public Health Threat OK'd

Special commission included in newly signed law to license recovery coaches and combat opioid abuse

Senator Lewis Seeking Constituent Input and Feedback

Take a brief constituent survey to help Senator Lewis set his policy agenda!

Thank You To All Who Made the Senior Thanksgiving Dinner a Success

Hundreds of Reading residents gathered at the Hillview Country Club to celebrate the start of the holiday season

Senator Jason Lewis Leads Successful Passage of Educator Diversity Act

The law seeks to strengthen the K-12 educator workforce by hiring and retaining more diverse educators and improving student outcomes.

Rep. Jones Holding Office Hours Dec. 13 at Pleasant Street Center

Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center between 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Sen. Lewis and Rep. Haggerty Help Pass Climate Action Legislation

Massachusetts Legislature passes sweeping climate legislation to meet the climate crisis head-on.

Sen. Lewis Announces Bill to Phase Out Sale of Nicotine/Tobacco

Legislation to gradually phase out the sale of nicotine and tobacco products announced by Sen. Lewis and Reps. Vitolo and Lipper-Garabedian

Reading Awarded $3,400 Workplace Safety Training Grant

State funding will be used to provide preventative safety training and education programs to town employees

Town Of Reading Receives State Workplace Safety Grant

The $3,400 grant from the state will be used to deliver safety training for employees.

Reading Delegation Hails Passage of Breast Cancer Screening Bill

New law requires insurance coverage for follow-up screenings and exams

Reading 2024 Election Results: Vote Totals In Every Race

Here's how Reading voted in the 2024 election.

“Bikes Aren’t Spooky” with the Mystic Highlands Greenway Coalition

As of this fall, the Mystic Highlands Greenway is 50% complete, with the route clearly marked by fresh signs.

Reading 2024 Election Guide: What You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Reading including the candidates, polling places, voting hours.

Annual Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Dinner Set for Saturday, Nov. 23

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

Rep. Jones Holding Local Office Hours Nov. 8 at Pleasant Street Center

Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center between 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Rep. Jones Sponsors Bill Authorizing MA Courts to Honor ICE Detainers

Legislation aims to protect public safety by targeting dangerous criminals

Senator Jason Lewis Invited to Participate in White House Convening

White House hosts convening of state legislative leaders to discuss strategies to strengthen early childhood education and childcare.

Reading 2024 Election Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates

Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Reading including the candidates, polling places, voting hours.

Sen. Lewis to Host Town Hall on the Five Statewide Ballot Initiatives

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.