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New hotel plan in the heart of Reading town centre officially approved
A plan for a new Airbnb style apartment-hotel in the heart of Reading town centre has officially been approved.
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Man, 39, arrested after underpass attack left woman with 'facial injuries'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery after a woman was attacked by two men in an underpass
In pictures: Flooding at the Oracle shopping centre
Following days of heavy rain, the River Kennet has burst its banks at the Oracle shopping centre in Reading
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Scores of children in Reading treated for drug and alcohol use
Dozens of pupils have been suspended from Reading schools for drugs and alcohol in the past year, new findings can reveal.
'Act Now' flood warnings in place as Reading properties could flood
There are eight flood warnings in place in and around Reading amid heavy rain.
Neighbourhood police officers arrest two males after Berks incidents
Arrests have been made by Newbury neighbourhood police after reported shoplifting, a public order incident and failure to appear in court.
Landmark decision made that could change future of The Oracle in Reading forever
A landmark decision that will change the future of The Oracle in Reading forever has been approved.
Will Tilehurst stay in Berkshire? Reading council stakes its claim
Reading Borough Council has reiterated its case to keep all of Tilehurst in Berkshire as discussions continue about local government reorganisation.
Reading dental practice reveals new name after 25 years
Gentle Dental Care in Reading is now known as Bespoke Dental after 25 years serving the community.
Substantial five-bedroom property in centre of Reading on market for £400k
A substantial five-bedroom property in the centre of Reading is on the market for £400,000.
Headteachers mental health impact of new Ofsted grades to be monitored
The impact of the new schools inspection system on headteachers’ mental health will be monitored under measures agreed by the watchdog.
In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts
Majority of council spending to support vulnerable residents
Reading Borough Council’s 2026/27 budget plans to boost social care funding, raise council tax by 4.99%, and invest in housing, schools, and local services.
Reading verdict on 70 homes addition to golf course going to appeal
A verdict on a plan to add 70 homes to a new estate on the site of a former golf course has been given, as a decision on the project is due.
Reading takeaway seeks permission to serve food until 4am
A takeaway in Reading has applied to keep selling food until 4am at night.
Local care home resident celebrates 100th birthday with Royal congratulations
Celebrations were in full swing at Austen House Care Home as one of its residents, Bridget "Delia" Dunne, marked her 100th birthday in style.
School resource base for children with complex needs forced to close
A school resource base for children with complex needs has been forced to close due to ongoing staff shortages.
Pensioner in his mid-70s attacked whilst walking dog through park
A man in his 70s has been attacked while walking his daughter’s dog in Newbury.
Trampoline park launches half-term pass for children in Reading
Families are invited to celebrate the half term by 'unleashing their inner super hero' at a Reading trampoline park.
'Act Now' flood warnings in place for Reading as properties 'close to flooding'
There are seven flood warnings in place in and around Reading.