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Are Reading’s flood defences good enough? asks film audience
Act now, say viewers at the showing of an inspirational new climate film
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Thames Valley Bikers swap motorbikes for puppy cuddles
Borough's motorcyclists rev up Wokingham animal shelter's finances
68 sheep heads and bin bags of moudly meat: the Reading food warehouse fined thousands for hygiene breaches
The warehouse at Unit 55, Milford Road is operated by Kingdom Family Limited, which has been fined thousands for safety breaches by the council.
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Reading Buses announces changes and updates from next month
READING Buses has announced a string of changes and updates to travel services in and around Reading set to take effect from next month. From Monday, July 20, two services are set to be cancelled entirely ahead of the school holidays, while a number of other services will see minor changes and updat...
Why thousands rely on independent local news – and how you can help
To mark Indie News Week 2026, Wokingham Today and Reading Today is hosting a "Meet the Team" event.
Police release CCTV in appeal for information in ‘dine-and-dash’ incident in Reading
Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of five men who may have vital information about a making off without payment incident in Reading.
Applications now open as council continues financial support and advice for struggling residents
Reading Borough Council has released a "comprehensive" package of cost of living support as well as advice services for residents.
Forbidden Planet set to open Reading branch in September
A new shop catering to sci-fi, fantasy, and cult entertainment fans through comics, manga, and collectibles is coming to Reading later this year.
Push for A33 to be named Sir John Madejski Way continues
A push for a major road in Reading to be named in honour of one of its leading citizens is continuing.
Plan to replace 165-year-old Caversham School with flats rejected
A plan to replace an independent school where people were taught for 165 years in Caversham with new homes has been rejected.
Reading store in trouble after asylum seeker from Afghanistan is caught behind counter
The owner of a store in Reading is in trouble after a man who illegally entered the UK from Afghanistan was caught working behind the counter.
Reading rabbi brands Reform UK ‘liars’ over White Lives Matter post
A Rabbi in Reading has called Reform UK 'liars' for a post reacting to the murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton.
Dad who assisted in Gaza Flotilla arrives safely back in Reading
A Dad who assisted in a flotilla to attempt to provide aid to people in Gaza has arrived safely back in Reading.
Charity wins permission to convert cafe into support centre
A charity that helps homeless people and rough sleepers has won permission to set up a support centre in Reading.
Council defeated after rejecting plan to seal off huge house in Caversham
Hoardings around a house in Caversham that has been unoccupied for years have been allowed to stay despite misgivings from the council.
Planning round-up: Improvements set for well-known family pub in Reading
Improvements to the outdoor area of a well-known pub and restaurant in Reading have been given the go-ahead.
FROM THE VICE CHANCELLOR: Talking and listening about animals in research
Last month, we announced two scientific discoveries that could change medicine for the better. Both studies involved tests on mice.
Witness appeal launched after road collision leaves motorcyclist hospitalised
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision left a motorcyclist hospitalised on Friday, May 15.
Family of murdered teen meet with Prime Minister to call for online safety for children
The family of a teenage boy who was murdered in Caversham have met with the Prime Minister to call for online safety for children
Man found carrying stolen alcohol during police operation in Reading town centre
A man was found carrying a number of unpaid-for bottles of alcohol during a police operation in Reading town centre.