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Capt. Matthew S. Carroll promoted to Deputy Fire Chief

FIRE CHIEF Don Stats, at left, introduces new Deputy Chief Matthew S. Carroll to the full house of family, friends, current and retired firefighters following his swearing in ceremony Nov. 19. (NRFD Courtesy Photo)

 

NORTH READING — The North Reading Fire Department has promoted Capt. Matthew S. Carroll, who has more than 20 years…

 

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Tree Lighting on Common Nov. 30

NORTH READING — The 20th annual holiday Tree Lighting on the Common will officially kick off the holiday season on Sunday, Nov. 30, from 2-4:30 p.m.

The free, family-friendly event is organized by the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the North Reading Historical & Antiquarian Society. It features an afternoon of festive…

 

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Give thanks, and pass the pumpkin pie

It’s the time of year when Americans gather around the table of Thanksgiving and break bread with family and friends from near and far to celebrate our good fortunes and to renew our strength in enduring our losses.

Many of us have logged enough miles around the sun to gain the wisdom that life will…

 

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Preorder lobster bisque to pick up at Frosty’s Fair

NORTH READING — The 80th edition of Frosty’s Fair at the Union Congregational Church will be held on Friday and Saturday, December 5 and 6.

Once again the pastor will be selling quarts of his lobster bisque. This is the same lobster bisque that many people in town enjoy at the church’s Lenten Luncheons each…

 

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Free Christmas Craft Workshop and lunch Nov. 30

NORTH READING — The Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill St., will host its annual free Christmas Craft Workshop on Sunday, Nov. 30 from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. This year’s theme is “Starry Night.” Participating children will have an opportunity to create a variety of crafts that are star-themed or even glow in the dark!

There will also be…

 

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Farewell Mass for Bp. O’Connell

NORTH READING — All are invited to a special Mass to wish Bishop Mark O’Connell a fond farewell and best wishes on his new assignment as Bishop of the Archdiocese of Albany, N.Y.

The Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. at St. Theresa Church, 63 Winter St. A reception will…

 

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Moose Festival of Trees Nov. 28–30

NORTH READING — The 6th annual Festival of Trees, hosted by the North Reading Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1511, will be held Thanksgiving weekend, Friday, Nov. 28 from 5-9 p.m.; Saturday Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Moose Hall, 140…

 

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2025 Thanksgiving Football preview

 

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Preorder lobster bisque to pick up at Frosty’s Fair

NORTH READING — The 80th edition of Frosty’s Fair at the Union Congregational Church is only two weeks away and will be held on Friday and Saturday, December 5 and 6.

Once again the pastor will be selling quarts of his lobster bisque. This is the same lobster bisque that many people in town enjoy…

 

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Apply by Dec. 1 for volunteer positions on town boards and committees

NORTH READING — The town of North Reading is currently seeking members for its various boards, commissions and committees.

For full consideration, interested individuals are requested to complete the Citizens Activity Form, which may be found online at: https://northreadingmaboards.vt-s.net/newcaf.php, or by contacting the Town Administrator’s office for a paper application at 978-664-6010.

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NR Dems raise $2,000 for Food Pantry; host state party chair

MEMBERS of the North Reading Democratic Town Committee listen to a motivational speech by Democratic State Party Chair Steve Kerrigan (center, at far end of table) during their monthly happy hour. (Courtesy Photo)

 

NORTH READING — North Reading Democrats welcomed Massachusetts Democratic State Party Chair Steve Kerrigan to their monthly happy hour on Tuesday…

 

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