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Police object to Reading shop licence after knives found behind counter
A police officer has objected to changes at a store in Reading where knives were found behind the counter.
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School jobs at risk in Wokingham, Reading and Bracknell, union warns
Funding shortfalls and falling school rolls are putting teachers and leaders' jobs at risk and threatening children's education.
NHS opens largest ever donor centre
The largest donor centre in England has opened its doors in Reading this week.
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Reading Phoenix Choir fills the Minster with spellbinding music
Musicians sing for Berkshire Cancer Centre
Illegal e-bikes seized and burglary arrest in Caversham police crackdown
Police seized two illegal e-bikes and an electric scooter during an operation prompted by residents' concerns about anti-social behaviour.
The Lexicon’s pop-up poppy shop returns
The shopping centre is proud to support the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal
Six fire stations called out as blaze tears through Reading garages
Crews discovered a fire involving several garages.
Man arrested on suspicion of arson after fire breaks out at Tilehurst shopping precinct
A 45-year-old man from Reading has been arrested on suspicion of arson following a fire at Meadway Precinct.
Police release e-fit after pensioner punched in face during Bracknell robbery
Thames Valley Police is appealing for information after a man in his seventies was attacked in a park.
‘Action, not words’: Reading Council pressed on anti-racism promises
A resident has urged the council to act to promote racial equality and tackle racism in Reading.
Your chance to shape the vision of Reading town centre
As people change where they work and how they shop, our town centres are also changing, and Reading is no different.
Reading firm named UK’s third fastest-growing consultancy
Kittle, built on graduates with no experience, has grown by around 35% annually for six consecutive years without taking on debt
‘Severe drought recovery may take months’ say climate experts
University of Reading meteorologists comment following Department for the Environment declaration
Reading retailer to close on Boxing Day to reward staff
A Reading retailer is giving colleagues the gift of time with loved ones this Christmas.
Storm Austen: expect severe gales and heavy rain
University of Reading expert explains its potential impact
Shinfield Park residents demand action over vibrations from housing development
Distressed Shinfield Park residents are suffering from severe ground vibrations caused by works at the Shire Hall development site.
Leighton Park Shortlisted for Outstanding School Music
For a third consecutive year the Reading school is a finalist in the Outstanding School Music Department Awards
Royal British Legion to launch Poppy Appeal at Reading’s Broad Street Mall
Broad Street Mall will host volunteers selling poppies and other items from 22 October until Remembrance Day as part of a 41-year partnership
‘Reading deserves this’: New independent menswear shop opening in Caversham
The shop will champion heritage brands, terrace style and proper clothing, offering an alternative to fast fashion and disposable trends.
Free public lectures will explore brain health and hate speech
Hear autumn talks at the University of Reading