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Enjoy an early evening Reading concert for Berkshire Cancer Centre
Phoenix Choir's October concert will support patients and families
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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.
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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.
Launchpad awarded council contract to provide young adult homelessness support
Launchpad has been awarded the contract, it will extend further support to young adults at what the charity calls a "crucial point" in their lives,
Sport in Mind launches 100k Your Way, kicking off on World Mental Health Day
Sport In Mind is encouraging participation in a drive to support children and young people experiencing mental health struggles.
Thames Valley Police supports Herbert Protocol to help families affected by dementia
In September,TVP is supporting the Herbert Protocol awareness campaign, urging families affected by dementia to record important information
Buses through the ages to feature in showcase for Reading Buses’ 125th anniversary
Reading Buses is bringing some of its classic vehicles to the town centre to celebrate 125 years in operation next month
Spaces open in Uni of Reading’s Universal Voices community choir
The Uni of Reading is seeking participants for Universal Voices, a community choir giving children the chance to sing, learn and perform together.
NHS urges ‘Know Your Numbers’ following blood pressure checking drive
Residents are being encouraged to take a potentially lifesaving step by getting their blood pressure checked during Know Your Numbers Week.
Thames Valley Police to welcome visitors for open day this weekend
Residents are invited to go behind the scenes of policing when Thames Valley Police opens its doors for its Summer Open Day this weekend
Reading Borough Council: Household waste should be considered ‘last resort’ amid Recycling Week
It comes amid Recycling Week, as well as new food waste figures showing the borough is already seeing significant environmental and financial benefits
Pieces of the moon to arrive in Reading for NASA Observation Night
Samples of the Moon will be available to view at the University of Reading as stargazers for an evening of celebrating Earth's nearest neighbour.
Reading’s Bayeux Tapestry to see guided tours and special events through next spring
Amid the British Museum's Bayeux Tapestry sold-out exhibition, a Reading institution is stepping in to give people the chance to see the work up close
Reading Buses teams walk the routes in aid of Berkshire Search and Rescue Dogs
A group of Reading Buses employees, their families and friends have walked some of the company's bus routes to raise money for charity.