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LOOK INSIDE: Fancy new pub has just opened near Reading
A much-loved pub has recently reopened near Reading under new management. The Halfway Inn, located on the A4 in Halfway near Newbury, is a gastro pub serving hearty pub classics along with beers, wines, and spirits. After a period of closure
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REVEALED: The best and worst rated McDonald's in Berkshire
Dropping into a McDonald's restaurant can either be the most satisfying or the most disappointing experience. Whether you're just dropping in for a quick pick-me-up or taking your kids for a Friday night Happy Meal, there are multiple locations
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Reading poised for biggest crowd of the season in Wycombe Wanderers derby clash
Reading are poised for their biggest crowd of the season so far against Wycombe Wanderers tomorrow, with supporters backing the club in numbers following news of a financial shortfall. The Royals have a two-point suspended deduction hovering over
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"Reading is one big pothole" Public ANGER over the state of Reading's roads
Locals in Reading are becoming increasingly aggravated over the state of the town's roads. Many feel that the pothole situation has gotten out of hand, with some even suggesting that neighbours fill them in themselves and 'bill the council.'
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Goose droppings ‘absolutely everywhere’ but council says it can't clean up
Goose droppings are ‘absolutely everywhere’ on streets in Maiden Erlegh during the summer – with gardens and pavements 'inundated' with poo, councillors have been told. However, Earley Town Council says it’s not its job to clean the streets – and
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'Still not available...' Reading boss issues injury update on defenders for Wycombe
Reading boss Ruben Selles has confirmed that he is still without vice-captain Tom Holmes for tomorrow's visit of Wycombe Wanderers, while left-back Jeriel Dorsett is '50/50.' Holmes has not featured since injuring his back in a 1-1 draw against
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'Tickets, tickets, tickets' STAR issue update on how to financially support Reading
Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR] have issued an update on how best to financially support the club following discussions with staff, and the bottom line is that bums on seats is the way to go. STAR, following one of their regular meetings with
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Reading Rep Theatre describes Theatre Tax Relief as "A fantastic endorsement"
Those in the theatre and film industry have been hailing the Theatre Tax Relief 2024 budget as a 'lifeline' for the creative industry. Executive Director of Reading Rep Theatre Nick Thompson said "It is an extremely challenging time for the theatre
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New dad takes on double marathon challenge to support guide dogs
James Wood, 35, may have bitten off more than he could chew when he signed up to run the Brighton Marathon for Banbury-based charity, Dogs for Good last April. But when the same charity offered him a place to run in the London Marathon too, held
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A Man and Woman got married today on a GWR train between London and Reading
A couple who met on a train, commuted by train to date each other, and even shared their first kiss on a train will today Friday March 8th tie the knot...on a train! A railway chaplain will conduct the ceremony and exchange of rings between London
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Victory in campaign as taxi drivers win access to busy bus lane
Taxi drivers in Reading are celebrating after finally being given access to a busy bus lane after pleading for the rights for years. In the town, taxis are divided into black cab Hackney Carriages, which can be hailed, and private hire cars, which
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The multi-million-pound redevelopment of Newbury station is now complete
The multi-million-pound redevelopment of Newbury station is now complete with three business growth units offering new employment opportunities for the town. The Engine Shed Business Growth Units will help support Newbury’s economic
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Cocaine dealer busted by police after just one day in business
A Newbury drug dealer was busted by the police after just one day in the business. Callum McMahon, 26, appeared before Reading Crown Court today (March 8), where Judge Michael Hick decided against jailing him. Prosecuting barrister Paul Lennon
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Three teens arrested after 'challenging people to engage in a fight' with knives
Three teenagers have been arrested after several people were seen running around High Wycombe allegedly carrying knives. Between 4.45pm and 5.30pm on Friday, March 1, four males were spotted along Spearing Road with weapons challenging people to
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Reading fans encouraged to raise scarves ahead of Wycombe clash for visual spectacle
Reading fans are being encouraged to take scarves to Saturday's match, against Wycombe Wanderers, and raise them ahead of kick-off to create a visual blue-and-white spectacle. A visual feat known as 'Sea of Scarves', Royals fans have used the initiative
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Police investigating after crash leaves man hospitalised with 'serious injuries'
A man has sustained "serious injuries" after a motorcycle and car were involved in a crash. Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to the incident which occurred in Newbury at around 9.45pm on Wednesday, March 6 at the junction of Oxford
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Famous Comedian shows support for local school's library
Sara Pascoe the comedian, writer, podcaster, host of Great British Sewing Bee, and star of Taskmaster, is hosting a night of comedy to raise funds for a library at Redlands Primary School in Reading. She will be joined by comedians Charlie Baker
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Two Reading houses boarded up due to reported drug-use and anti-social behaviour
Two houses, reported for repeated drug use and anti-social behaviour have received full closure orders – after causing concerns for vulnerable residents. Officers from the South Reading Neighbourhood Team successfully applied to a magistrate’s
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Man jailed after police spot backstreet drug deal
A man has been jailed after be pleaded guilty to a drug deal in Reading. Joel Cooper, aged 51, of Silver Street, Reading, pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A, namely cocaine and heroin at
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Woman allegedly found with BB gun outside day care pleads not guilty
A woman has pleaded not guilty to an imitation firearm charge after allegedly being found with a BB gun outside a day care centre. Lorenza Clarke, 20, of Eldart Close, Tilehurst, is set to appear before Reading Magistrates' Court on May 16.
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Ofsted chief inspector ‘serious’ about watchdog ‘doing better’
THE chief inspector of Ofsted will say he is serious about the watchdog “doing better” as he launches a major consultation into its future direction. Sir Martyn Oliver will pledge to put the interests of disadvantaged children at the heart of any
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"A crash a month since I moved in" Resident's OUTRAGE over hotspot for car accidents
A resident who lives on a road known as a hotspot for car accidents is becoming increasingly concerned. Whitley Wood Lane Junction has caused numerous road collisions in just the past year. Clive Young, a resident of Whitley Wood Lane who lives
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Dave Kitson Column: 25 years of producing Reading FC first team players
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Reading’s academy, an incredible achievement by a lot of incredible people. Sadly, a great and proud institution and an important part of the Reading framework for both the club and the community is at
