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Reading: History, Community, and a Bright Future.

Reading exudes a friendly and community-oriented atmosphere. Residents take pride in their town, participating in local events and supporting local businesses. The town maintains a balance between a relaxed suburban feel and access to urban amenities.

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Reading, Middlesex County

City Snapshot

Population

25,518

County

Middlesex County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$154,662

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Reading Fire Department

This Week

Daniel Tosh: My First Farewell Tour

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Michael Blackson

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Stanley Sagov & the Remembering the Future Jazz Workshop

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Kingpin, How Much Art, Vicegrip, Shred Crust

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Carlisle DPW

CELEBRATE THE SOUNDS OF SOUL AND R&b

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Community Leaders

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Elizabeth Warren

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Edward Markey

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Maura Healey
Maura Healey

Governor

Democratic Party