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Primary vote analysis compares Reading vs. state
September 13, 2026
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Reading's Primary Votes Compared with District and State Results
An analysis of certified primary results shows how Reading's votes in key races differed from district and statewide outcomes. In the Democratic U.S. Senate primary, Reading voters favored Ed Markey by a narrower margin than the statewide vote, while the Republican governor primary saw Mike Minogue win locally and statewide. The comparison draws from state election data and covers legislative and congressional races.
The Reading Observer
RMHS Girls' Cross-Country Previews 2026 Season with Six Returning Runners
The Reading Memorial High School girls' cross-country team previewed its 2026 season on Saturday, highlighting six returning top-seven runners under coach Mike Connelly as they aim for an All-State meet berth.
The Reading Observer
RMHS Highlights Junior Samira Cezario for Volunteer Work, Dentistry Ambition
Reading Memorial High School featured junior Samira Cezario in its 'High Five' spotlight on Friday, noting her volunteer work with the Multilingual Learner Department and her aspiration to pursue dentistry.
The Reading Post
Rosh Hashanah Concludes Today on Reading's Municipal Calendar
Sunday marks the concluding day of Rosh Hashanah, as noted on the Town of Reading's municipal calendar.
Town of Reading
Memorial Service for Reading Resident Curt Jeffrey Nitzsche Set for Wednesday
A memorial service celebrating the life of Reading resident and RMHS alumnus Curt Jeffrey Nitzsche will be held Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 11 a.m. at the First Congregational Church of Reading.
The Reading Post
Conservation Commission Approves Conditions for 281 Main Street Redevelopment
On Sept. 9, the Reading Conservation Commission approved an order of conditions for the mixed-use redevelopment at 281 Main Street, while continuing hearings on the Parker Middle School project and the Maillet, Sommes, & Morgan conservation area to Sept. 23.
Reading Recap
School Committee Delays Superintendent Goals, Seeks Focus on Override and Killam Project
The Reading School Committee delayed approval of the superintendent's annual goals during its Sept. 10 meeting, requesting added focus on the upcoming Proposition 2½ override and the Killam Elementary School project.
Reading Recap
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