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One dead, two being treated, following confirmed Meningitis case
A person has died and two people are still undergoing treatment following a confirmed caseof Meningitis, the UK Health Security Agency confirms
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Man jailed after throwing drugs and cash out of window during police raid
A man has been jailed after he threw a bag containing drugs and cash out of a window when officers arrived at his home in Reading.
Reading Borough Council election 2026 in numbers
The local elections in Reading saw one of the strongest turnouts in decades and a tight popular?vote race between Labour and the Greens.
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Thames Valley Police trialling “world first” nitrous oxide breathaliser test
A "cutting-edge" breathalyser is being trialled by police in Hampshire and the Thames Valley aimed at further tackling drug use.
Police repurposing unused equipment to aid emergency workers in warzones
Thames Valley Police is repurposing unused equipment to reduce waste, save public money and support emergency responders working in war zones.
Man suffers broken rib in violent early-hours roadside attack in Lower Earley
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in the early hours of the morning in Lower Earley.
What’s your favourite butterfly?
Butterfly Conservation wants to crown the nation's best-loved flutterer
Woman knocked unconscious in Reading robbery as police hunt key witness
Police are appealing for a specific witness after a woman was robbed and knocked unconscious in Reading.
'No further action' after arrests over burglary at former Reading pub
Police have issued an update after a man and woman were arrested on suspicion of burglary after breaking in to a former pub in Reading.
Prospect of ULEZ in Reading pushed as councillors clash over cycle lane
The prospect of a low emission zone in Reading has been brought up as councillors have clashed over a controversial cycle lane.
“We’re glad you came”: Reading banner thanking immigrants sparks huge reaction online
Residents have reacted after a banner thanking immigrants for their work in the NHS and care sector was displayed outside a home in Reading.
Reading school shortlisted for Global Schools Prize
A school in Reading has been named as a finalist in the inaugural Global Schools Prize 2026
Police make arrest after 'strong smell of cannabis' at park
Police arrested one male after officers approached a group with the "strong smell of cannabis"
Delays on M4 after serious crash left driver trapped
Lanes have re-opened on the M4 following a serious crash which led to a driver needing to be cut out of their car.
The Reading Borough Council election 2026 in numbers
The borough council elections in Reading saw one of the strongest turnouts in decades and a tight popular‑vote race between Labour and the Greens.
New town mayor dedicates year to raising money for paediatric brain tumour research
The town of Wokingham town has a new mayor after a ceremony at the Town Hall on Sunday
Driver given medical care after crews respond to crash
A person was given medical treatment after a crash in Thatcham.
Man dies and two others seriously injured after crash on major road near Reading
A man has died and two others have been seriously injured in a crash on the A33 in Hampshire.
How to watch Keir Starmer's 'huge' speech today as he fights to save his job
Keir Starmer will set out a “fresh direction” as he battles to save his job in the face of a leadership challenge following Labour’s disastrous election results
Do speed cameras have to be visible? Lawyers on when you can challenge the fine
A lawyer has explained whether speed cameras in the UK have to be visible.