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Why didn’t Reading council ask for land in Oxfordshire to enable creation of Third Thames Bridge?
A question has been raised over why Reading Borough Council did not ask for land that would enable the creation of a Third Thames Bridge.
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Bid for takeaway to serve food until 4am branded ‘crazy’ by neighbour
A bid for a takeaway in Reading to keep on serving food until 4am has been branded 'crazy' by a neighbour.
Fewer jobs in Reading, so why are experts seeing ‘signs of hope’?
Employment in Reading remains below last year's levels, according to the latest data ? but a small monthly rise has occurred.
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Katesgrove clean-up in the sunshine: The small street effort that’s making a big difference
Residents in Katesgrove took to the streets under clear blue skies today, proving that even the simplest acts can have a lasting impact.
Police grilled on implications of moving HQ to South Reading
Police chiefs have been grilled on the implications of moving their headquarters to South Reading.
Making Caversham junction safer ‘number one priority’ for council
Making a busy junction in Caversham safer for pedestrians will be a 'number one priority' for road improvements in the coming years.
Reading planning round-up: New Starbucks plans hits setback
Plans for a Starbucks near one of the busiest roundabouts in Reading have hit a few setbacks.
FROM THE LEADER: Opening of four new Family Hubs across Reading
This week I was really pleased to be at the opening of four new Family Hubs across Reading, funded by the Government
Chaos for commuters: Key Reading junction shut for months longer than planned
A road in Reading that was meant to reopen recently remains closed for weeks so that essential works can be completed.
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to pets’ teeth
Luna offers expert dental care for cats and dogs at affordable prices
Reading Buses answers why thousands have been spent on special number plates
Reading Buses has answered why thousands of pounds have been spent on special registration plates for its fleet.
Images show what riverside apartments in Reading will look like once completed
Images show what riverside apartments in Reading will look like once they are completed.
How reorganisation of Oxfordshire could affect Reading
The abolition of Oxfordshire County Council could have lasting implications on the western suburbs of Reading ? or possibly none at all.
Accessibility concerns raised at Caversham recreation ground
Concerns about the lack of accessibility for disabled people and elderly residents at a public park in Caversham have been raised.
Man in his 20s dies after fire near River Kennet in Reading
A man in his 20s has died following a fire near the River Kennet in Reading, police have said.
Council unveils plans for new 62-home sheltered housing unit in Reading
READING Borough Council has revealed what a new sheltered housing unit for delivering adult social care in the town is set to look like. Plans for a new 62-home centre on the corner of Battle Street and Bedford Road in Reading have been laid out. Of the new homes, 20 will be placed on the […]
Reading among six local authorities to receive funding to boost health through creative arts
A successful funding bid is set to see further opportunities for initiatives to improve resident health across the borough.
Reading Toy Library reopens at new home in Palmer Park Stadium
This week the service once again began offering families the chance borrow age?appropriate toys for toddlers and children for free in its new home
Hide and seek trail coming to Reading this Easter
From next week, explorers can hunt for bunnies hiding in shop windows around Reading town centre.
Wokingham and Reading remember ‘Hero with the Shovel’—The local gallipoli soldier who risked everything for a friend
Wargrave society discovers all at a recent meeting