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35-year-old EFL regular sent off for Liverpool Under-21s in Reading stalemate
35-year-old former EFL regular, Jay Spearing, was sent off in Sunday's 0-0 draw between Reading Under-21s and Liverpool Under-21s. The PL2 fixture, held at the SCL Stadium, was filled with goal-scoring chances but it proved 'one of those days'
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Local's OUTRAGE after parking warden mistakes him for 5'4 and wearing tracksuit
A man has expressed his outrage after a parking enforcement officer allegedly mistook him for being five foot four and wearing a grey tracksuit. Malcolm Clark, of Three Mile Cross, is disputing that the warden handed him a PCN and accurately identified
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Concern over refugees in Reading facing homelessness after asylum claims are accepted
Concerns have been expressed that refugees who have fled to Reading are facing homelessness despite their asylum claims finally being accepted. People fleeing war and persecution have settled in Reading for many years, with the most recent arrivals
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Popular riverside pub announces its closure at the end of the month
A popular riverside pub in Reading is due to close by the end of the month March 2024. The Narrowboat, which opened last year to replace the Bel And The Dragon, will shut its doors for good after just seven months of business. A member of
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Former Reading captain makes first start in almost a year for Northampton Town
Former Reading captain Liam Moore made his first start for nearly a year in Northampton Town's 1-1 draw with Cambridge United on Saturday. The 31-year-old spent seven years with the Royals and made more than 230 appearances but struggled with injuries
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Reading woman, 37, accused of attempting to murder baby
A woman has appeared in court accused of attempting to kill a baby last summer. Lydia Antwi, 37, of Carron Close, Reading, appeared before Reading Crown Court this morning (March 11). She has been charged with one count of attempted murder
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Reading record highest League One crowd of the weekend in Wycombe Wanderers defeat
Reading recorded the highest crowd in League One last weekend for their 2-1 defeat against near-neighbours Wycombe Wanderers. The Royals, averaging 13,933 across the division, had their highest turnout of the season so far with 15,038 going through
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Workshop used by elderly gentlemen to fight loneliness saved from demolition
A workshop used by elderly gentlemen to build up their DIY skills and fight loneliness has been saved from demolition. The Silvers Workshop off Oxford Road in Reading is used by elderly men as a place to learn DIY and build fellowship. The
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Walkabout stabbing: Man pleads not guilty to attempted murder
A man is set to stand trial this summer over a stabbing at the Walkabout bar in Reading - with another defendant yet to enter a guilty plea. Jahlil Charles, 22, appeared via video link at Reading Crown Court this morning (March 11). He pleaded
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Reading fans calling on 'corporate help' to reduce March outgoing shortfall
Reading fan group Sell Before We Dai are appealing for 'corporate help' in plugging the club's expected shortfall for March. Sell Before We Dai, working closely with Supporters Trust at Reading [STAR], have responded to the general fan feeling
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Fresh CCTV appeal after PUBLIC BRAWL before football match
Police are making a fresh appeal of CCTV images of men officers would like to speak to after a public brawl occurred last year before a Reading Versus Oxford football match. The incidents occurred in St Marys Butts, Friar Street, and Station Approach
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Lights have been SMASHED UP after road incident on Southampton Street
A crossing system has been completely smashed following an incident yesterday evening on Southampton Street. The crossing system now lie in pieces at the crossing that links Pell Street and Crown Street. Pedestrians should travel with caution
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How much Reading Borough Council makes in parking charges and fines in a year
The amount of money Reading council makes off YOU for parking in the town and fining rule-breaking drivers has been revealed. Figures show the council has made a surplus from its car parks and fining rule breakers for the first time since the pandemic
