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Uni of Reading to mark centenary with 100-year time capsule

A time capsule packed with visions of the future of food and farming has been buried at the University of Reading, marking its centenary

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Uni of Reading research shows blackberries, plums, and blueberries could be the way to a healthier heart

Including blueberries, plums, blackberries, and broad beans in your five-a-day may be the best way to a healthier heart, new research suggests.

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Delivery driver robbed after being knocked off of bike in Reading

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery of a food delivery driver in Reading.

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Thames Valley Police gears up for World Cup events, starting this week

Thames Valley Police is gearing up for the FIFA Men's World Cup 2026, taking place from June 11 to July 10 in Canada, Mexico, and the USA.

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Are Reading’s flood defences good enough? asks film audience

Act now, say viewers at the showing of an inspirational new climate film

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Thames Valley Bikers swap motorbikes for puppy cuddles

Borough's motorcyclists rev up Wokingham animal shelter's finances

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68 sheep heads and bin bags of moudly meat: the Reading food warehouse fined thousands for hygiene breaches

The warehouse at Unit 55, Milford Road is operated by Kingdom Family Limited, which has been fined thousands for safety breaches by the council.

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Reading Buses announces changes and updates from next month

READING Buses has announced a string of changes and updates to travel services in and around Reading set to take effect from next month. From Monday, July 20, two services are set to be cancelled entirely ahead of the school holidays, while a number of other services will see minor changes and updat...

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Why thousands rely on independent local news – and how you can help

To mark Indie News Week 2026, Wokingham Today and Reading Today is hosting a "Meet the Team" event.

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Police release CCTV in appeal for information in ‘dine-and-dash’ incident in Reading

Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of five men who may have vital information about a making off without payment incident in Reading.

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Applications now open as council continues financial support and advice for struggling residents

Reading Borough Council has released a "comprehensive" package of cost of living support as well as advice services for residents.

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Forbidden Planet set to open Reading branch in September

A new shop catering to sci-fi, fantasy, and cult entertainment fans through comics, manga, and collectibles is coming to Reading later this year.

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Push for A33 to be named Sir John Madejski Way continues

A push for a major road in Reading to be named in honour of one of its leading citizens is continuing.

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Plan to replace 165-year-old Caversham School with flats rejected

A plan to replace an independent school where people were taught for 165 years in Caversham with new homes has been rejected.

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Reading store in trouble after asylum seeker from Afghanistan is caught behind counter

The owner of a store in Reading is in trouble after a man who illegally entered the UK from Afghanistan was caught working behind the counter.

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Reading rabbi brands Reform UK ‘liars’ over White Lives Matter post

A Rabbi in Reading has called Reform UK 'liars' for a post reacting to the murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton.

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Dad who assisted in Gaza Flotilla arrives safely back in Reading

A Dad who assisted in a flotilla to attempt to provide aid to people in Gaza has arrived safely back in Reading.

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Charity wins permission to convert cafe into support centre

A charity that helps homeless people and rough sleepers has won permission to set up a support centre in Reading.

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Council defeated after rejecting plan to seal off huge house in Caversham

Hoardings around a house in Caversham that has been unoccupied for years have been allowed to stay despite misgivings from the council.

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Planning round-up: Improvements set for well-known family pub in Reading

Improvements to the outdoor area of a well-known pub and restaurant in Reading have been given the go-ahead.