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Driver banned from roads after being caught drink driving on M4
A Bracknell driver has been given a suspended sentence for drink-driving on the M4.
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Council opens consultation on new powers to tackle anti-social behaviour, including e-scooters and dog fouling
Residents in Reading are being invited to share their thoughts on proposals for new powers for the council and police to tackle anti-social behaviour
Berks man who sped through public park in police chase jailed
Video shows a man speeding through a public park during a police chase.
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Arrest made in connection with attempted rape in Reading
Police have confirmed that an arrest has been made in connection with an attempted rape and sexual assault in Reading.
Police 'increasingly concerned' for missing 87-year-old Berks border village woman
Police have launched a search for an Oxfordshire woman in her 80s who was last seen in Goring-on-Thames and may have caught a train.
Guide Dogs Family Fun Day is back in September
Guide Dogs' Reading Hub Family Fun Day returns to Hillfields on Saturday, September 13.
New homeware store opens at Broad Street Mall
Well Home is now open in the ground floor unit next to Boswells, offering a selection of home essentials
Criminals jailed in July 2025 across Berkshire
Judges and jury's have had a busy start to the Summer at Reading Crown Court. From shocking sexual assault cases to drug dealing in and around Berkshire, July has been an exciting month for the courts.
In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts.
RaW Sounds Today: Featuring Leonie Jakobi, Cold July, One Eyed Man
Each week, there are 10 great acts in our playlist, all with a connection to Reading or Wokingham.
Two injured in lorry crash on M4
Two people have been injured by a crash involving two lorries on the M4, with clean-up operations on the motorway lasting into the evening
5 celebrities and influencers spotted in Berkshire this year
From Royal figures to Hollywood stars, Berkshire has always been a popular celeb hotspot just 25 minutes outside London.
Man arrested following sexual assault and attempted rape in town centre
A 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted rape and sexual assault following an incident in the town centre
Fire service pays tribute to 'selfless' firefighter who died tackling blaze
The Berkshire fire service has released a tribute for firefighter Martyn Sadler, who died tackling a blaze in May
Thousands receive compensation from Thames Water after major incidents
Thousands of neighbours have received compensation after losing water in two major outages reported last year.
Reading care home rated 'requires improvement' by health watchdogs
A Reading care home has been rated ‘requires improvement’ after a visit by healthcare watchdog. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) visited Pembroke Lodge from April 10 to April 23 for the assessment after being prompted by emerging risk.
Flooding 'possible' across the South East today after heavy rain
The Met Office and Environment Agency have issued a yellow 'Low risk' flood forecast across the area
Michael Palin 'slightly unsteady' as he admits he's 'prepared for death'
Sir Michael Palin has opened up about death and admitted that he is preparing for his end of life.
Insurance refuse to pay man 'paralysed for life' after horror accident abroad
A man may be paralysed for life after a horror accident while simply throwing a ball in the pool on holiday.
HMRC sending letters to 1.4 million Brits who need to pay up on their income
1.4 million letters will be issued over the next couple of months for the 2024 to 2025 tax year.