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Jack Marriott return date emerges after training boost for Reading FC
Reading FC striker Jack Marriott has taken a step closer to returning to action after being spotted taking part in training at the SCL
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Masked men armed with machete and crowbar break into Caversham home
Two masked men armed with a machete and a crowbar threatened occupants during a break-in at a home in Caversham.
New Reading Central Library celebrates 100,000th visitor
Figures show that the library has also welcomed 2,700 new members, which is a 72% increase on its previous location.
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New rules are coming for vape shops in Reading – here’s what changes
New measures come into effect this week which will give Trading Standards teams more powers to stop children getting access to nicotine products.
Where to find warmth and a safe space in Reading Borough
Discover welcoming spaces on cold, dark days
Police Community Fund sees £200,000 in support awarded to community organisations
Nearly 40 community organisations have been awarded a share of £200,00 in support as part of a joint Community Fund from Thames Valley Police
CCTV images released after theft in Reading
CCTV images showing a man police wish to speak to have been released after an incident of theft in Reading.
Reading man jailed for over 4 years after string of drug dealing offences
Shane O'Connor has been jailed after being found guilty of multiple offences including dealing crack cocaine and heroin.
Police release images of man after double sexual assault in Reading
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with a sexual assault investigation in Reading in June.
Police appeal for help locating wanted man who could be in Reading
Police are appealing for help locating thirty-one-year-old Robert Reilly wanted after escaping custody who could be in Reading.
MP Olivia Bailey urges Policing Minister to go further on stopping ‘scourge’ of illegal e-bikes
MP Olivia Bailey has announced that she has been assured that there will be further investigation into stopping "dangerous" bikes.
Welly boot fundraiser in Reading plants seeds of hope
Little Learners splash out for tree planting charity
NHS teams with local libraries to build digital healthcare access
Library staff and volunteers at branches across the region have been running drop-in sessions to help people sign up and learn how to use the NHS App.
Reading students urged to take simple step that could save a life
Opportunity to join the Anthony Noan stem cell register on University of Reading campus
Safety review launched after fatal crash and schoolboy hit by car in Reading
A safety review is being undertaken after two serious crashes and one fatality on a road in Reading.
Is it a scarf? No, it’s a frock! Reading Inner Wheel seamstresses turn scarves into magnificent outfits
Sewing Bee judge Patrick Grant gives their creations marks out of 10
Reading paramedic and farming leader appointed to prestigious Berkshire roles
They will assist The Lord Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire, Mr Andrew Try.
What’s next for the major film studio on Wokingham’s doorstep?
Wokingham borough council has approved plans to use land south of Oldhouse Farm in Shinfield.
MP visits Tilehurst’s Spice Master to celebrate national award win
Thw business was named Best Restaurant of the Year at the Curry Life Awards 2026.
Reading pupils join national world record reading attempt
Thames Valley School pupils take part in Guinness World Record attempt