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Man charged after child seriously injured in Rushey Way crash
A man has been charged after a child was seriously injured in a crash in Rushey Way in Earley.
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Reading BrewDog among nearly 40 to close immediately, following US takeover of brand
BrewDog in Reading is among nearly 40 set to close 'immediately' following a major takeover by US-based investors, costing nearly 500 jobs nationally
The Mayor of Reading welcomes Pride of Reading Award winners and sponsors in celebratory reception
THE MAYOR of Reading, Cllr Alice Mpofu-Coles, welcomed some of Reading’s brightest stars to an event celebrating the winners of the Pride of Reading Awards last week. Cllr Mpofu-Coles was joined by host Andy Briggs, of The Oracle, as well as sponsors of the event, and the winners of last year’s ...
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Reading Borough Council releases latest figures showing number of rough sleepers ‘remains consistent’
New year-on-year comparisons from Reading Borough Council figures show the number of people sleeping rough in Reading "remains consistent".
Record breaking treatment figures for MS Therapy Centre
Last year was the organisation's busiest year ever
New craft and small business event launches in Reading
Residents invited to shop small and support local creatives
“Pangbourne Rotary Club continues to spread Santa’s happiness
Its winter fund-raising efforts are supporting two more borough charities
West Berkshire rape charges: Man charged over alleged dating app attacks
A man has been charged with multiple rape and sexual assault offences following an investigation by Thames Valley Police.
Reading ranks in top 10 of world’s most nature-rich places, according to new study
Reading has been recognised as one of the world's most nature-rich places, ranking ninth in a new global Green City Index.
Reading Liberal Democrats vote against council budget amid financial concerns
Reading's Liberal Democrat councillors have opposed the council's 2026/27 budget, citing concerns over depleted reserves
Berkshire brewery marks International Women’s Day with collaborative craft beer
A Berkshire brewery has teamed up with a national women's beer community to create a special edition drink to mark International Women's Day.
MP Olivia Bailey urges local groups to apply for Armed Forces Day funding
MP Olivia Bailey has encouraged community organisations in Reading West and Mid Berkshire to bid for funding to host an Armed Forces Day event
Is Reading next? Popworld Nightclubs facing wave of UK closures
A beloved UK nightclub chain has announced multiple closures ? and questions over whether the Popworld in Reading will continue to trade.
FROM THE OPPOSITION: Another “Pay More, Get Less” Budget from Labour
Tonight we have another "pay more, get less" budget from Labour-run Reading Council.
Reading optical assistant celebrates apprenticeship success at Specsavers
A young optical assistant in Reading has celebrated completing his apprenticeship, highlighting the opportunities available through Specsavers
“No means yes to me”: Rapist jailed after making chilling remark to victim
A man who told a woman "no means yes to me" after raping and sexually assaulting her has been jailed for eight years.
Two men jailed over crack cocaine and heroin supply in Reading
Two men have been jailed for a combined total of more than seven years after being caught supplying class A drugs in Reading.
Flats approved at Reading’s notorious ‘Prostitution Hotspot’
A plan for flats near a reputed 'prostitution hotspot' in Reading has cleared a crucial hurdle.
Residents say asphalt plant is a ‘health hazard’ – Reading Borough Council responds
A road surfacing company in Reading that has been contracted by the council has been accused of producing persistent odours and a health hazard
Concern as urgent search for man missing for almost a week launched
Thames Valley Police has said it is "very concerned" as they launch a manhunt for an Oxford man who has been missing for almost a week.