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Knife-carrying shop thief jailed after targeting Reading stores
A man has been jailed after admitting a series of shop thefts and other offences in Reading.
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Councillors demand answers after two rough sleepers die on Reading streets
A councillor has pushed for answers on what happened to two rough sleepers who have died in Reading this year.
Mother and daughter Thames Valley policing duo reflect on shared career this Mother’s Day
A mother and daughter serving in the same police force say their shared experience of policing has brought them even closer together.
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Reading MP pushes for pensions justice for Gurkha veterans
The longest serving MP for Reading is pushing for pensions justice for Gurkha veterans who have served this country.
Councils in Berkshire to spend £8k each on merger with Oxford and Swindon
Councils in Berkshire are set to spend a total of £48,000 on an upcoming merger with Oxford and Swindon.
FROM THE LEADER: New plans to help tackle homelessness and rough sleeping in Reading
The issue of rough sleeping continues to make the headlines both nationally and in Reading.
Plan to replace Reading retail park with hundreds of flats re-emerges
A plan to replace a retail park near Reading town centre with hundreds of flats has re-emerged.
Promotions for Savills in Reading
Real estate advisory firm Savills has announced the promotion of two individuals within its Reading office.
Reading Vintage shop forced to rip down £4,000 sign — owner says council could shut him down
The owner of a vintage clothing store in Reading has slammed the council over rejected signage which could put the whole store at risk of closure.
Controversial cycle lane in Reading could change to provide more road space for drivers
Councillors have debated changes to a controversial cycle lane in Reading that would provide more space for drivers.
Business secretary visits landmark office building One Station Hill in Reading
The business secretary has recently visited a landmark office building in Reading to celebrate the town's economic success.
New Lidl open at Reading Retail Park in Oxford Road to serve neighbours in Tilehurst
A new Lidl has opened at a busy retail park to serve residents in Reading and Tilehurst.
Westminster diary – MP Yuan Yang: Best Start Family Hub
Parents do a heck of a lot, and deserve to be celebrated and supported. This week, I will be joining the launch of the Best Start Family Hub
PICTURE GALLERY: Reading painted in rainbow hues as thousands join Holi Milan Festival
Thousands of people came together at Hill Meadows Car Park on 7th March to celebrate Holi Milan, Berkshire’s oldest and biggest Holi festival. Now a firm fixture in the local calendar, the event brought families and friends from across the community together for a joyful day of colour, culture and...
Even more electric buses to serve Reading after another £3m in government investment secured
A grant of £3 million has been allocated to Reading's transport sector, following a successful application by both the council and Reading Buses.
Council lends support to Great British Spring Clean this month
From today, the initiative sees a mass-action environmental campaign encouraging volunteers to take part in clearing litter from public spaces.
Launchpad skills centre welcomes visit from Berkshire’s Lord-Lieutenant
The Lord-Lieutenant of Berkshire, Andrew Try Esq. paid a visit to the Work and Life Skills Centre run by Launchpad
Mayor of Reading to lead public lecture as part of Uni of Reading’s Women’s History Month celebrations
Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles, Mayor of Reading, will be leading this year's lecture forms part of the University's centenary celebrations.
Fate of homes near riverside pub in Reading in doubt as council orders building to be demolished
An appeal has been lodged to save homes near a riverside pub in Reading as the council has ordered the building to be demolished.
RaW Sounds Today: Mordecai Smyth, One Last Day, Rose Rey
It's always good to hear about a new music venue in the area so, when we heard that Crumbs in Woodley was going to try a music night