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UK sees hottest June ever… and July heat is on its way
Meteorologists at the University of Reading have recorded Reading's hottest June since records began in 1908.
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Reading students lend helping hand to the town’s flying residents as part of school works
Students have been lending a hand at Alfred Sutton Junior School and Wilson Primary School, where bird and bat boxes have now been installed
Measure an oak tree and meet the beekeepers in Caversham
Enjoy free outdoor family fun this Meadows Day
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Wokingham’s Nina Barough CBE awarded Freedom of the City of London
Wokingham resident and founder of cancer charity Walk the Walk receives prestigious honour
Reading FC tie down 15 academy stars with new contracts
Reading FC have confirmed that 15 of their Under-21 players have signed new contracts ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Major changes planned for busy A4 roundabout near Reading
Plans to improve journeys on the A4 London Road are set to go ahead.
Witness Appeal: Michael (Mick) Donnelly
Did you work with Michael (Mick) Donnelly at West New Homes Limited? Boyes Turner’s Mesothelioma and Asbestos Disease Claims Team have been instructed by Mick Donnelly following his diagnosis of Mesothelioma. Between 1973 – 1976, Mick, after leaving school did an apprenticeship with a company ca...
Teen arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Reading knife incident
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a reported knife incident in Reading.
Serial shoplifter banned from Tesco, Co-op and BP stores across Berkshire
A serial shoplifter has been jailed and banned from entering Tesco, Co-op and BP stores across Berkshire after stealing around £3,500 worth of goods.
Police appeal to trace owner of dog found wandering in Reading
Police are appealing for help to reunite a dog found wandering in Reading with its owner.
Man sentenced over child abuse images and shocking animal sex pictures
A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to making indecent images of children and possessing extreme pornographic images involving a chicken.
Uni of Reading hosting guided walks for National Meadows Day this week
The University of Reading is marking National meadows Day with a guided walking event at School Green and Shinfield Ridge on Saturday, July 4
Caversham Care Home hosts final leg of nationwide event celebrating social care
Signature at Caversham welcomed cyclists and residents as it hosted the final leg of Championing Social Care's Great British Cycle Relay
Twelve-hour dodecathlon to raise funds for Berkshire Vision
Trentham Bowls Club and Cotswold Sports Centre are partnering to host a 12-Hour Dodecathlon Fundraiser for the charity next month.
How you can get adjustments to your home in Reading
People who need adjustments to their homes can apply for funding to get essential works done in Reading.
Teenager arrested after attempted robbery in Reading
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident of attempted robbery in Reading, which has seen a 17-year-old boy arrested
Bluebird Care expands its vehicle fleet
They will be used to support carers travelling between customer visits across the borough
Digital skills gap for youngsters
Teachers blame a lack of time, funding, and training.
Bus meeting over Pink 22 postponed; date to be confirmed
A meeting organised for residents to raise questions about the upcoming cancellation of a bus service between Reading and Caversham has been postponed
Govt coming after Covid fraudsters
The Public Authorities Fraud Investigation and Enforcement Service is using new powers to pursue suspects.