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Two jailed for string of drugs offences, including intent to supply crack and heroin
Two men have been jailed following a Thames Valley Police investigation into Class A drug supply in Reading, including crack cocaine and heroin
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Woodley road reopens following bus bridge crash
Traffic is now passing under the railway bridge by Loddon Bridge Road after emergency services finished work at the scene.
Emergency services respond after bus smashes into bridge in Woodley
Chaos on the road as drivers asked to avoid the area
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Reading Labour accused by Greens of ‘misleading the public’ over £43m funding claim
Reading Labour has been accused of 'misleading the public' over a claimed £43 million cash injection into the council from the government.
Reading College hosts first community Iftar meal for students and staff
Reading College and University Centre held its first Community Iftar Meal on Tuesday 3 March to mark the holy month of Ramadan.
Plan to replace building near Reading town centre given go-ahead after nearly a decade
A plan to replace a building near Reading town centre has been given the go-ahead after more than a decade.
Independent family-owned Eclectic Games marks two decades in Reading
Independent family-owned games shop Eclectic Games is celebrating its 20th birthday this month, marking two decades since it first opened
A4 bottleneck: Wokingham politicians divided on extending Sutton Seeds bus lane
Politicians are divided on new plans for the A4 in Reading, saying that creating new space for the bus lane on London Road won't slow down drivers.
FROM THE LEADER: Local government reorganisation proposals
The Government has opened a public consultation on proposals for new councils for Oxfordshire. For residents, businesses and organisations in Reading,
Reading council hears concerns on deaf and disabled access
Reading's disability forum has heard powerful testimony on inclusive music, deaf children's support and day-to-day accessibility
Thames Valley Police celebrates women in policing on International Women’s Day 2026
Thames Valley Police is highlighting the contributions of women across the force as part of International Women's Day 2026.
‘We’re taking this incredibly seriously’: Police respond to viral ‘fight trend’ linked to Reading schools
Police say they are closely monitoring a social media trend that appears to encourage young people to gather and start fights
University and community come together for Ramadan Iftar in Reading
Around 150 people attended the University of Reading's Ramadan Community Iftar, with this year's focusing on the theme of Building Community Trust.
Ukranian politician praises ‘extraordinary’ Reading in Forbury Gardens
A senior Ukrainian politician praised the town of Reading last Saturday after many locals joined him on a solidarity march.
Former mayor and councillor in Reading stands down after 16 years
A former mayor and long-serving councillor in Reading has stood down after 16 years in office.
“Really dangerous”: Residents criticise proposed changes to busy Reading Road
Residents have criticised new plans for the A4 in Reading, saying that extending the bus lane on the London Road won't improve things.
FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR: Celebrating a century creating change together
It is an exciting month. On 17 March, it will be exactly 100 years since the University of Reading was granted its Royal Charter,
Reading celebrates Chinese New Year with dragon dance and cultural festivities
Reading welcomed the Year of the Horse this week, marking Chinese New Year on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.
Reading Council under pressure following deaths of two people sleeping rough
Reading council has been pressed on its efforts to help people who are sleeping rough following the tragic deaths of two homeless people in the town.
re3 Partnership redistributes 18,000 books
re3read scheme's first year is celebrated