North Reading News

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

NORTH READING — The North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society is seeking donations of original artwork and craftwork for the Art Raffle and Silent Auction planned for its 32nd Annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 26.

Featuring plenty of apple pie and ice cream, live…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

TAMPA, Florida — William McCann of North Reading was awarded a bachelor of science degree in finance from the University of Tampa. The university’s 162nd commencement was held on May 9.

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

At the end of my first grade year, in the summer of 1949, my mother learned that the Red Cross was offering swimming lessons at Stearns Pond in Harold Parker Forest in Andover, so she signed me up. Every day…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and…

Published in the North Reading Transcript

Volume 51 – Report No. 28 • JULY 6-10, 2026

THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call reports local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of July 6-10, during which the House met for a total of 10 hours and 52…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

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…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

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Published in the North Reading Transcript on July 16, 2026

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