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Carnival chaos in Woodley: Organisers ‘appalled’ after disorder overshadows family event
Organisers of the Woodley Community Carnival have apologised after anti-social behaviour and violence involving a group of young people
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Reading regatta race ‘could have been stopped’ before two cygnets were killed
A swan welfare charity has said a boat race on the River Thames in Reading could have been halted to prevent the tragedy.
‘Social media is toxic for children’: Father of murdered Reading teen backs social media ban for under-16s
The father of a teenage son who was murdered in Reading has welcomed government plans to ban social media for children.
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Police called to Tilehurst school over suspicious incident
Police were called to a school in Reading, Tilehurst following reports of a suspicious incident involving a pupil.
600 new flats – but just four parking spaces in major Reading development
600 new flats ? but just four parking spaces in major Reading development
Election row reignites as Labour and Greens both claim victory
A clash between the two biggest political parties in Reading continues over which one won the popular vote this year.
Reading Council under pressure to ban weedkiller from streets and parks
Reading council is being pushed to get rid of its use of pesticides and switch to alternatives.
Could your bus disappear? Earley route under threat in council review
Wokingham borough council currently invests £2.46 million per year in local bus services.
Reading Biscuit Factory to reopen imminently after licensing lapse caused closure
Reading Biscuit Factory has finally confirmed it is set to reopen after licensing issues caused it to close temporarily.
Police appeal after woman allegedly assaulted in Reading shopping centre
Police are appealing for help to identify a man following an alleged assault at The Oracle shopping centre in Reading.
First look inside new Reading library after £8 million project
Reading's all-new library is ready to welcome the public after a £8 million upgrade project.
Need your bike fixed? Earley’s new workshop could be the answer
Take it to Spokes ETC, Earley Town Council's new bike workshop
What happened at Woodley Carnival? Police appeal for witnesses after evening incident
Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident involving a group of teenagers at this year's Woodley Carnival prompted concern among visitors.
Reading bus gets new livery to celebrate Central Library opening
One of Reading's buses has been given a new splash of paint to mark the opening of the town's new Central Library this week.
Ban ‘could shift blame away from tech companies’: Everything you need to know about under-16s social media ban
Starmer's proposals for a social media ban for children aims to keep young people away from harm, but will its implementation be effective?
Coach sightings at “asylum” hotel explained
Reports were published online which suggested that people were seen arriving at the "asylim" hotel.
Residents invited to take look–and a book–as new library opens tomorrow
Reading's new library is throwing open its doors this week, and Reading Borough Council is inviting residents to come and take a look
CADRA to celebrate centenary of Caversham Bridge with event and new history booklet
The Caversham and District Residents Association (CADRA) is celebrating the centenary of Caversham Bridge as it turns 100-years-old.
Plasma Donation centre secures new permanent all-in-one home opening this autumn
The blood donation centre in Reading has announced it now has a permanent home once again?including a more streamlined all-in-one service.
Bishop of Oxford lays down the Pastoral Staff and reveals L-plates
Rt Revd Dr Steven Croft takes his last service at Christ Church Cathedral