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Police issue urgent appeal to find wanted man known to frequent Reading
Police are appealing for the public's help to find a man who is wanted on recall to prison.
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Uni of Reading students win top prize for transformative food innovation
Uni of Reading students have taken the UK's top student food innovation prize after turning leftover hazelnut pulp into macarons
New NHS campaign celebrates nearly 80 years of health care in the South East
new campaign shines a spotlight on colleagues from across provider trusts, integrated care?systems?and wider NHS services in the?South East,
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Summer Donation Drive returns for third year to support young people in Reading
Residents and businesses are being encouraged to support this year's Summer Donation Drive by donating essential items to support local families
Royal Berks Fire and Rescue Service offering apprentice pathways in July recruitment drive
Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is now recruiting its next cohort of Wholetime Firefighter Apprentices.
Nigel Farage trying to ‘clear his name’ with by-election, says University of Reading politics expert
Nigel Farage is seeking to "clear his name" and wrest back control of events by resigning as an MP and triggering a by-election
Council urges residents to return unused medical equipment for recycling
Any equipment provided by the NHS or the council from suppliers Millbrook or NRS can be returned via the new reuse scheme
Police and Crime Commissioner ‘encouraged’ by results of police effectiveness report
Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Barber has welcomed the report, which notes areas of improvement in Thames Valley Police's effectiveness
Results are in for Thames Valley Police’s latest force inspection report
Thames Valley Police has welcomed the publication of its latest Police Effectiveness, Efficiency and Legitimacy inspection report.
Reading Rep announces names set to lead West End summer workshops
The week-long workshop will explore the songs from hit musicals such as Wicked, Hamilton, Six, Paddington and more.
Adult Learners at New Directions College in Reading achieving above and beyond, report shows
Learners at New Directions College have achieved above the national average and outcomes have improved overall, according to an annual report.
Motorcyclist in his 20s seriously injured in Reading crash
A motorcyclist in his 20s has been seriously injured following a crash in Reading.
FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR: A summer of sport and a different kind of scoreboard
It's a big week for sport. Later today (Thursday) you'll find me on the riverbank at Henley, cheering on the crews of the Reading University Club.
FROM THE LEADER: Summer Donation Drive
This July, our annual Summer Donation Drive returns for the third time, helping young people across Reading access the essentials they need to thrive
‘We can make Reading safer for everyone’: Police step up Oracle patrols amid rise in anti-social behaviour
Police have increased patrols at Reading's Oracle shopping centre following a rise in reports of anti-social behaviour
Reading council blasted for allowing its bus company to axe service in Caversham
Leaders at Reading council have been blasted for allowing the bus company it owns to axe a service in Caversham.
Reading man handed nearly 20-year jail sentence for murder
Edwine Kiplangat, 29 and of London Road, Reading, was sentenced to 18 years and eight months imprisonment following a hearing at Reading Crown Court
Thames Valley Police launches motorcycle speed camera team to target dangerous drivers
Thames Valley Police has launched a new motorcycle speed camera team aimed at tackling speeding and improving road safety across Berkshire
Planning round-up: Construction work at Hexagon providing benefits to Reading residents while work takes place
Construction at the main theatre in Reading is providing benefits to residents while the work takes place.
Pride of Reading Awards: The hunt is on for the Employee of the Year
The hunt is on for the Employee of the Year - and you have the chance to put forward candidates for all the Pride of Reading Awards.