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Spring Forward: Encouraging focus, growth, and momentum in the final stretch

By Gina M. Sacco
Assistant Director of Special Education

As winter gives way to spring, schools begin to feel a subtle but important shift. The days grow longer, spring sunlight brightens our classrooms, and conversations start to…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

NORTH READING — For several years, the North Reading Veterans’ Services Office has hosted a monthly support group for the spouses of the town’s veterans. This group has provided connection, understanding, and support to those who have shared in the sacrifices of military service.

Formerly…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

By BRETT SCHULTZ
Sustainability Committee member

Composting is more than just a way to reduce the amount of trash you have to take to the curb; it is also a simple and effective tool for fighting climate change. When food waste and yard waste…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

MELROSE — A branch scholarship of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) which is in the amount of $1,500 is available as a result of the fundraising activities of the branch and donations received in memory of branch members and their loved ones…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

NORTH READING — The administration of the North Reading Public Schools will be offering a school budget webinar for parents and members of the community regarding the status of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget for the North Reading Public Schools.

This webinar will be held from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

Commentary
By TIM GRAMSTORFF

I own a landscape company in North Reading, and we plow snow. Every winter I find myself asking the same question: How is it that we all start the season…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

NORTH READING — The church hall at Union Congregational Church was transformed into a space of creativity and contemplation recently…

NORTH READING — North Reading Parks and Recreation is your nonprofit community resource for fitness and fun! Your participation and investment support low-cost programming for all ages and improvements to our parks and playgrounds.

Register today for the following programs listed below online at northreadingma.gov/parks-recreation or call 978-664-6016. Registration is rolling with the new programs…

Published in the North Reading Transcript published on March 12, 2026

North Reading Police Lt. Joe Thibodeau is alerting the public that Venmo scams are on the rise. He shares the following tips on how residents can avoid being victimized by such scams.

Common Venmo scams include “accidental” money transfers, fake buyer/seller overpayments, phishing emails…

Note: This version has been edited from the article previously published in the North Reading Transcript print edition on March 12, 2026

NORTH READING — Have you heard the latest buzz? Sharing your North Reading event or virtual meeting with our readers is easy. Email the details to: [email protected]. Deadline: Mondays at 5 p.m. (noon…

NORTH READING — On Saturday, March 14 from 8-10 a.m., Aldersgate UMC invites the public to enjoy their Free-for-All Breakfast buffet of breakfast fare, from pancakes and french toast, to baked beans, bacon, sausage, eggs, fresh fruit, oatmeal, quick breads and more! Again this month, the North Reading Community Coffeehouse’s Art Grossman will bring his…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 12, 2026

NORTH READING — The Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St., is offering a variety of interesting events for patrons of all ages during the upcoming week. Patrons can register for events by calling 978-664-4942 or by going to the event calendar: flintmemoriallibrary.org

The library was…