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Carl Sagan medal awarded to Uni of Reading astronomer who “took millions to space”
Dr James O'Donoghue has been awarded the 2026 Carl Sagan medal by the American Astronomical Society for his work in community science.
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Reading goes to the polls as starting pistol fired on local elections across England
Polling stations across the country have thrown open the doors as the UK sees its biggest round of elections since 2024.
Reading Uni, Royal Philharmonic, and local musicians unite for Reading Sound Foundry this weekend
More than 200 musicians from across Reading will take to the stage alongside the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at The Hexagon this weekend
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Live facial recognition vans to be used on Oxford Road in new operation
Police will deploy Live Facial Recognition (LFR) vans on Oxford Road on Monday, 11 May, as part of an operation aimed at identifying suspects
Launchpad’s Summer Solstice Swim returns to Dinton Pastures after sell-out first year
Launchpad's midsummer event invites participants to 'slow down, switch off' and raise vital funds to support people facing homelessness
Pangbourne Rotary welcomes new member
Trevor Goodall joins the hard-working, fun-loving club
Three jailed after Berkshire drug network operating behind fake Whatsapp business uncovered
Three people have been jailed for a total of 12 years after using a fake clothing brand to operate an illegal drug network through Whatsapp.
Reading FC release club stalwart as retained and released list is confirmed
Reading FC have confirmed their retained and released list following the conclusion of the 2025/26 League One campaign.
Undercover officers among those deployed in Reading town centre security push
Police have carried out a high-visibility security operation in Reading town centre as part of ongoing efforts to deter crime and reassure the public
‘I hope the owners think about what the fans want’: Reading FC fans criticise manager Leam Richardson as season ends with defeat
Reading FC fans have reacted to Royals boss Leam Richardson after the team ended the League One campaign with a home defeat to Blackpool.
Three arrested in Reading drug operation following community reports
Three people have been arrested following a police operation targeting suspected drug dealing in Reading.
Authorities act after ‘dangerous’ fire-setting in Reading green space
Police and fire services are working together after reports of youths starting fires in a park in Reading.
Thousands spent on removing St Georges crosses and flags in Reading
Thousands of pounds were spent on removing St George's crosses and flags in Reading during Operation Raise the Colours, it can be revealed.
Major road in Reading could be named after Reading FC legend
A major road in Reading could be named after one of the town's biggest benefactors.
Heartfelt plea to save Reading Central Library that will shut in days
A heartfelt plea has been made to save a Reading library that is due to shut down within days.
Boy loses out on education after closure of independent Christian school in Reading
A boy has lost out on education after the closure of an independent Christian school in Reading.
Row erupts over ‘failing’ Caversham roads as Tories demand urgent action
The Conservatives in Reading are pushing for the roads to be fixed in Caversham.
Reading council explains why library is moving
Reading council has explained why the Central Library is moving to new facilities this summer.
Reading planning round-up: Conversion of Reading fish and chip shop into home rejected
A plan to convert a fish and chip shop into a family home in Reading has been rejected.
FROM THE LEADER: Foster carers are truly extraordinary
Foster carers are truly extraordinary. I think it's important to celebrate those who transform the lives of children in Reading.