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Reading to receive £42.8m boost in government funding
Reading is set to receive an additional £42.8m in funding for local services after the government confirmed a major increase in council budgets.
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Domestic abuse fears rise during festive period, police warn
For some people living with domestic abuse the Christmas period can be marked by fear and isolation.
Reading hospital awards £10,000 grant to arthritis research team
A hospital in Reading has awarded a £10,000 research grant to a team of scientists after their work on osteoarthritis won a national research award.
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Homes England: The government agency helping to deliver hundreds of affordable homes in the area
A government agency is helping councils in Berkshire to provide more affordable and social housing.
Police hunt trio after evening assault outside Reading home
Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault at a property in Reading.
Dog lovers in Berkshire warned: Festive foods that could ruin Christmas
Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, is warning owners to stay alert this season to avoid a dash to the emergency vet.
FROM THE LEADER: Fairer Funding Review
As everyone gears up for the Christmas break, town halls up and down the country are waiting on news of how much funding they will receive
Woman’s anger over her claim that ‘antisemitic’ leaflets being handed out in Reading town centre
A woman has expressed anger over her claim that 'antisemitic' leaflets were being handed out in Reading town centre.
Reading chicken restaurant opening for free charity meals on Christmas Day
A chicken restaurant in Reading will be opening up to provide free meals for the needy on Christmas Day.
Stray dog kennelling crisis looms in West Berkshire as costs soar and foster scheme planned across Bracknell Forest
Stray dog kennelling services in West Berkshire are in crisis.
Planning round-up: Bungalow set to be demolished and replaced with nine new homes
A bungalow is set to be demolished and replaced with nine new homes at a housing estate in Reading.
Girls school celebrates 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen
An independent girls' school in Reading has celebrated the 250th anniversary of the birth of the legendary poet and writer Jane Austen.
Reading stabbing: Man from Winnersh jailed for life after frenzied knife attack
A 23-year-old man has been jailed for life for the attempted murder of another man in Reading following a police investigation.
Old aircraft factory in Woodley completely demolished to make way for new industrial units
An old aircraft factory where warplanes were built during the Battle of Britain has been completely demolished to make way for new buildings.
Defunct food court to be replaced with town centre convenience store
A defunct food court is set to be replaced with a new convenience store in Reading town centre, despite concerns being raised about street drinking
Closure extended for road in Whitley amid underground water network repairs
Bennet Road in Whitley has been closed at its junction with the A33 since Saturday, October 18, and is now expected to remain closed
Shuttered Oxford Road pub receives protected status following failed Greggs conversion bid
The Royal Albion on Oxford Road has received protected status after a failed attempt to convert it into a Greggs bakery.
Young man jailed for life after stabbing victim more than a dozen times
The 23-year-old has been jailed for life after a "frenzied" and "targeted" stabbing attack in the Kennet Walk estate area in Reading
Reading house with four flats on Waylen Street up for sale to investors
A Reading property that houses a portfolio of four flats has been put up for sale
Major new walking and cycleway route set for Berkshire
A major new walking and cycling route is set to take shape in Berkshire