North Reading News

NORTH READING — The North Reading Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for non-Civil Service, full-time police officer positions. Candidates should be highly motivated, self-disciplined and possess a community policing philosophy.

Interested candidates must register for and pass the upcoming written entrance examination on Saturday, September 13 at 9 a.m. to be held at North…

NORTH READING — Each year the Union Congregational Church awards scholarships to high school graduates who will be continuing their education. The Frank W…

NORTH READING — In September 2024, North Reading was awarded a grant of 10 air quality sensors by the state’s Department of Environment Protection (MassDEP). These sensors, made by PurpleAir, were installed in various locations around town by the volunteers of North Reading Green Alliance and North Reading Sustainability Committee.

The sensor locations include several…

NORTH READING — The Select Board and the Community Planning Commission (CPC) are accepting letters of interest from individuals to fill an unexpired term on the CPC.

It is anticipated that the Board and the Commission will make a joint appointment in September to fill the vacancy of Maxwell Murphy who recently resigned due to…

NORTH READING — Aldersgate UMC in North Reading is thrilled to offer “True North VBS” from 9 a.m. to noon for children in preschool through fifth grade Monday, August 18 to Friday, August 22.

Children will engage in songs, crafts, games, Bible stories and snacks all teaching about God’s love for us through Jesus, our…

NORTH READING — The North Reading Community Coffeehouse Outdoor Summer Series at Ipswich River Park presents its third and final of concert of the season this Saturday, August 16 starting at 4 p.m.

The concert will take place at the gazebo near the park’s main entrance at 15 Central St. The performers for this Showcase…

NORTH READING — Applications are now available for the town’s 2025-2026 Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program.

Applications will be accepted until the program has reached capacity for the upcoming program year, which runs from October 6, 2025, to October 2, 2026. For priority consideration, seniors should submit their applications by September 15.

The Senior…