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‘Why can’t Reading fly it?’ Council leader faces Palestinian flag question
The leader of Reading Borough Council has been asked whether the Palestinian flag will be flown outside its offices.
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Thames Water blasted over leaks as Reading hosepipe ban continues
Thames Water has been blasted for the ongoing hosepipe ban as the company has lost millions of litres of water each day due to leaks.
‘We really need a crossing’: West Reading road plan moves forward
A pedestrian and cycle crossing could be installed at a busy road in West Reading.
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Big changes coming to Reading Cricket and Hockey Club
The Sonning Lane-based club is one of the most successful in the country.
Planning round-up: Long-shuttered Reading pub set to make way for flats
A plan to replace a pub in Reading that has been closed for more than a decade with flats has cleared a crucial hurdle.
How a new Berkshire centre is changing lives for disabled families
At Cliveden House Hotel supporters hear the charity's latest news
Former Reading FC player questions Kevin Doyle’s 106 side verdict
Former Reading midfielder Jeff Hendrick has given his verdict on Kevin Doyle's opinion on the iconic 106 team
FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: A global University, with Reading and Wokingham at its heart
Halls of residence are being prepared, timetables are being finalised, and in a few days, Whiteknights campus will be a whole lot busier.
Caversham estate set for major 20mph speed limit change
A 20mph speed limit could be implemented throughout the whole of an estate in Caversham.
‘Trespass and threatening behaviour’ fears at Reading container site
Concerns have been raised about anti-social behaviour and security at a shipping container site used to house homeless people in Reading.
‘It’s the last straw’: Reading grandad’s community garden faces removal
A grandad from Reading has been left in desperation as the community garden he has set up is set to be torn down.
Enjoy an early evening Reading concert for Berkshire Cancer Centre
Phoenix Choir's October concert will support patients and families
Westminster diary – MP Matt Rodda: Giving every child the chance to thrive
Many children and young people went back to school and college. But for parents the start of term can be one of the most expensive times of the year.
Man acquitted of manslaughter after retrial over Lower Earley death
A man has been found not guilty of manslaughter following a retrial over the death of a man in Lower Earley.
M4 closure to cause weekend disruption for thousands of drivers
Thousands of drivers are expected to face disruption this weekend when the M4 closes in both directions between junctions 10 and 11.
Council opens three new childrens’ homes, aiming to reduce reliance on private care
Three new homes will allow children in care to stay close to their school, friends, and family, rather than having to move out of the borough.
Reading road parking spaces face axe for cycle plans
Yellow lines that ban parking could be painted along a major road in Reading to enable cycle lanes to be installed there in the future.
Rotary Club of Reading Maiden Erlegh supports Nepalese survivors
Members donate £3,500 to Disaster Relief fund, following Hymalayan avalanche in August
Police looking for wanted man in Reading
Thirty-two-year-old James Treday is wanted on recall to prison, and is known to frequent Reading and Calcot.
Reading West MP Olivia Bailey elected chair of Women and Equalities Select Committee
Ms Bailey's election follows roles as chair of the Labour Women's Network and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State to the Minister for Equalities.