Melissa For Reading

05/30/2026

05/01/2026

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Looking to get more involved in the community?

You can help shape the future of Reading by joining one of our many Town boards, committees, or commissions.

Applications are due May 31st for terms beginning July 1st.

Apply today at www.readingma.gov/volunteer

04/28/2026

A huge thank you to Luccia Kaloyanides for her stunning rendition of the National Anthem. It was absolutely beautiful!

04/19/2026

Hi everyone!

I’m sharing a powerful Letter to the Editor from Bob Weiden in support of Article 14, which will be voted on at Town Meeting starting April 27th.

Article 14 proposes creating two stabilization funds to support unified sports in our schools and adaptive programming in our community, programs that provide meaningful opportunities for some of our most underrepresented residents.

📄 Take a few minutes to read Article 14 (page 7):
https://www.readingma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/19603/2026-04-27-Annual-Town-Meeting-Warrant-PDF

📰 Read Bob’s letter here:
https://www.readingrecap.com/2026/04/16/%e2%9c%8d%ef%b8%8f-lte-the-case-for-article-14/

Your voice matters in this process. Town Meeting members are elected to represent YOU. Please consider reaching out to your precinct representatives and sharing your thoughts.

📋 Find your Town Meeting members here:
https://www.readingma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2011/Current-Town-Meeting-Members-PDF

Even a quick message can make a real impact. Thank you for taking the time to stay informed and engaged.

04/17/2026

04/09/2026

Please be on the lookout for this missing elderly gentleman with diminished capacity and call us if you have any information at
781-944-1212.

04/06/2026

Tomorrow is Election Day!!

Make a plan to get to the polls. Voting is open from 7 AM – 8 PM at the Reading Memorial High School Field House. If you need a ride, please call me. I’m happy to help.

I’ve attached a Letter to the Editor I wrote recently. I encourage everyone to do their own homework before voting. Don’t rely solely on what friends or neighbors say; take the time to decide for yourself who will best represent the residents of Reading.
I will be voting for Carlo Bacci and Sal Bramante for the Select Board, while also recognizing that Tony D’Arezzo would be a good addition if elected.

More than anything, we need a Board that stays focused on the Town’s business, one grounded in respect, professionalism, attentiveness, and the ability to engage in civil discourse, even when opinions differ. Leadership should be consistent, collaborative, and committed year-round, not just during election season.

Please make a plan to vote. Your voice matters.

04/02/2026

The last day for in-person early voting is tomorrow from 7:30 - 5:30 pm. If there is any chance you won't make it to the polls on election day, please go tomorrow!

03/31/2026

Big news for our community! 🎉

RCTV Studios is excited to welcome Deirdre Morales as its new Executive Director!

With over a decade of experience in media production and creative leadership, and recognition such as a Suncoast Emmy and a Gold ADDY Award, Deirdre brings incredible energy, vision, and a passion for amplifying local voices.

I can’t wait to see how RCTV continues to grow under her leadership, expanding programming, deepening community engagement, and creating even more opportunities for residents to share their stories.

I would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Angela Merrill for her incredible leadership, commitment, and hard work over the past three months as Interim Executive Director. Her dedication helped guide RCTV through transition, and I am deeply grateful for her contributions.

Read the full press release here: