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Hearing Tonight on Accessory Dwelling Bylaw
September 14, 2026
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CPDC Public Hearing to Review Accessory Dwelling Unit Bylaw
The Community Planning and Development Commission opens a public hearing at 7:15 p.m. tonight on proposed zoning bylaw amendments covering protected accessory dwelling units, in advance of November 2026 Annual Town Meeting. The hybrid meeting starts at 7 p.m. in the Select Board Meeting Room at Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, with remote access by Zoom. The commission also continues its public hearing on the site plan review and special permit application for a mixed-use project at 281 Main Street.
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Reading Boys' Cross-Country Team Previews 2026 Season
A season preview spotlights the Reading Memorial High School boys' cross-country team and head coach Mike Connelly ahead of their Middlesex League opener against Burlington.
The Reading Observer
Reading Zoning Board of Appeals to Hear Two Variance Petitions
The ZBA meets today for public hearings on setback special permits for properties on Sturges Road and Green Street.
Town of Reading
Reading Council on Aging Meets at Pleasant Street Senior Center
The Council on Aging holds its monthly business meeting today in the Great Room at the Pleasant Street Center.
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Reading Public Library Hosts Music Makers Early Childhood Sessions
The library and North Suburban Child Network host Music Makers programs for ages 0-5 today, with sessions at 9:15-9:45 a.m. and 10-10:45 a.m. in the Community Room.
Reading Public Library
Austin Prep Educator to Discuss New WWII Book at Whitelam Books
Educator Michael McLaughlin launches his book 'Plymouth Blitz,' about the 71 civilians killed in the 1941 Portland Square bombing, at Whitelam Books on Sept. 20.
The Reading Post
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Tomorrow
National Hispanic Heritage Month begins tomorrow, Sept. 15, and runs through Oct. 15, marking the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with heritage from Spain, Mexico, and other Hispanic countries.
Town of Reading, MA
Select Board Rejects Open Meeting Law Complaints
Reading's Select Board rejected two Open Meeting Law complaints filed by Angela Binda, according to a Sept. 13 report.
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