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Boy loses out on education after closure of independent Christian school in Reading
A boy has lost out on education after the closure of an independent Christian school in Reading.
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Row erupts over ‘failing’ Caversham roads as Tories demand urgent action
The Conservatives in Reading are pushing for the roads to be fixed in Caversham.
Reading council explains why library is moving
Reading council has explained why the Central Library is moving to new facilities this summer.
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Reading planning round-up: Conversion of Reading fish and chip shop into home rejected
A plan to convert a fish and chip shop into a family home in Reading has been rejected.
FROM THE LEADER: Foster carers are truly extraordinary
Foster carers are truly extraordinary. I think it's important to celebrate those who transform the lives of children in Reading.
Reading Green Party campaign launched by Carla Denyer MP
One of the Green MPs has helped launch her party's election campaign in Reading.
Under-16s could face social media curbs as minister signals major policy shift
A late night House of Commons announcement last night heard Reading West and Mid Berkshire MP Olivia Bailey
Decision made on plan to replace offices with 570 apartments near Reading town centre
A decision has been made on a project to replace offices with 570 apartments near a Tesco superstore and Reading town centre.
Clash due over conversion of old school site into 62 homes in Caversham
A clash is due over the conversion of an old school site into more than 60 homes in Caversham.
Independent movie theatre applies for later screenings and entertainment in Reading
An Independent movie theatre in Reading could host late screenings and entertainment into the night.
Reading Conservatives launch manifesto days before council elections
Reading Conservatives have launched their manifesto for council elections before polling day on Thursday, May 7.
Equal pay battle between thousands of Tesco workers heads to Reading tribunal
A major equal pay dispute involving more than 50,000 Tesco workers is heading to an employment tribunal in Reading.
Police cordon as car found stranded in pond by Islamic Centre
Residents were shocked to find car partially submerged after it was driven into a pond in Earley.
Dog walker ambushed in broad daylight as masked cyclist strikes in Reading park
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in the Kensington Park area of Reading.
Woman arrested after police find cocaine in Land Rover
A woman driving a Land Rover in Arborfield has been arrested after she was found in possession of cannabis.
Tributes to 'hero' firefighter and Newbury station manager 'taken too soon'
Tributes have been paid to a retired group manager of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue after his death was announced on Thursday (April 30).
Thousands spent on removing St Georges crosses and flags in Reading
Thousands of pounds were spent on removing England flags and crosses in Reading during Operation Raise the Colours, it can be revealed.
Police appeal after man 'grabbed by hoodie' and robbed in Kensington Park
A man was robbed while walking his dog in Reading, prompting a police appeal for witnesses.
‘I’ve never been so disconnected’: Reading FC fans’ brutal responses to co-owner over manager situation
Reading FC fans have responded to co-owner Todd Trosclair after he sent out a message ahead of the final game of the season.
Christian Aid Week will help to change lives
The charity asks people to help it support some of the world's poorest people