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Witness Appeal: Michael (Mick) Donnelly
Did you work with Michael (Mick) Donnelly at West New Homes Limited? Boyes Turner’s Mesothelioma and Asbestos Disease Claims Team have been instructed by Mick Donnelly following his diagnosis of Mesothelioma. Between 1973 – 1976, Mick, after leaving school did an apprenticeship with a company ca...
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Teen arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Reading knife incident
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a reported knife incident in Reading.
Serial shoplifter banned from Tesco, Co-op and BP stores across Berkshire
A serial shoplifter has been jailed and banned from entering Tesco, Co-op and BP stores across Berkshire after stealing around £3,500 worth of goods.
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Police appeal to trace owner of dog found wandering in Reading
Police are appealing for help to reunite a dog found wandering in Reading with its owner.
Man sentenced over child abuse images and shocking animal sex pictures
A man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to making indecent images of children and possessing extreme pornographic images involving a chicken.
Uni of Reading hosting guided walks for National Meadows Day this week
The University of Reading is marking National meadows Day with a guided walking event at School Green and Shinfield Ridge on Saturday, July 4
Caversham Care Home hosts final leg of nationwide event celebrating social care
Signature at Caversham welcomed cyclists and residents as it hosted the final leg of Championing Social Care's Great British Cycle Relay
Twelve-hour dodecathlon to raise funds for Berkshire Vision
Trentham Bowls Club and Cotswold Sports Centre are partnering to host a 12-Hour Dodecathlon Fundraiser for the charity next month.
How you can get adjustments to your home in Reading
People who need adjustments to their homes can apply for funding to get essential works done in Reading.
Teenager arrested after attempted robbery in Reading
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident of attempted robbery in Reading, which has seen a 17-year-old boy arrested
Bluebird Care expands its vehicle fleet
They will be used to support carers travelling between customer visits across the borough
Digital skills gap for youngsters
Teachers blame a lack of time, funding, and training.
Bus meeting over Pink 22 postponed; date to be confirmed
A meeting organised for residents to raise questions about the upcoming cancellation of a bus service between Reading and Caversham has been postponed
Govt coming after Covid fraudsters
The Public Authorities Fraud Investigation and Enforcement Service is using new powers to pursue suspects.
New community garden to bring people together in Whitley Wood
A new community garden project has opened in Whitley Wood aimed at helping residents take part in healthy activity and learn valuable skills
Thames Water urges conservative water use amid heatwave demands
Thames Water has said it is continuing to see exceptionally high demand for water which is putting increased pressure on the local network.
Councillors endorse possible speed reduction on ‘dicey’ Reading-Wokingham Road
The change has received enthusiastic backing from councillors in Woodley, with hopes that it will make the junction safer if the reduction is approved
George Hotel set to reopen to paying customers after use to house asylum seekers
A hotel in Reading town centre is set to reopen to paying guests in the near future following its use to house those seeking asylum.
Cat rescue in Earley
The crew found a cat stuck in a vehicle engine bay, before safely rescuing it.
Ambulance service declares critical incident in extreme heat
South Central Ambulance Service has declared a critical incident amid the extreme heatwave which is putting massive strain on the NHS.