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Free cake and NHS limos: Unexpected NHS reform ideas from the public on new site
Following a launch that involved the care minister visiting Reading, the NHS's new website for reform ideas from the public has attracted some tongue-in-cheek suggestions. The care minister Stephen Kinnock visited Reading to launch a huge consultation
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'I can’t explain how settled I was': Former Reading captain on exit to Cardiff City
Former Reading captain Sean Morrison has spoken out on his exit a decade ago, including the fact that he was not originally being watched by scouts. The Cardiff City legend played nearly 50 times for the Royals between 2011 and 2014, captaining
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Councillors trade barbs over third Thames bridge in Reading
Two councillors have traded barbs in a radio debate over the long-disputed proposal to construct a third bridge over the River Thames in an effort to reduce traffic going through Reading. A third crossing would link Thames Valley Park in Earley
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Spencers Wood housing development to celebrate Halloween
Spencers Wood's new housing development is set to celebrate Halloween. Dandara, the independent housebuilder behind Oakwood Place in Spencers Wood, is inviting the community to a day of free fun on October 26, from 10am to 5pm. The development
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Drivers warned as M4 to close in several different areas
National Highways has released the latest information regarding a major commuting motorway that runs through Berkshire. Planned night closures will continue again this weekend on the M4, and drivers are reminded to stay vigilant and keep an eye
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Flood warnings issued after torrential rain downpour
A new list of flood warnings have been released after the county has seen a considerable amount of rain over the last few weeks. The government has provided the public with the latest information of flooding throughout Berkshire, with property
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Two men CLEARED after teen sustained serious injury days after Christmas
Two young men have been acquitted of grievous bodily harm with intent in Reading after a 17-year-old sustained serious injuries to his head days after Christmas. Karnye Edwards, 20, of Callington Road, Reading and Torray Edwards St-Juste, 18,
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Popular restaurant given a TWO star food hygiene rating
New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to two of Reading’s establishments, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. 805 Restaurant & Grill, a restaurant at Moulsford Mews, Reading was handed a two-out-of-five rating after assessment on September
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'Highly distressing': Tributes paid after 'attempted murder' near town centre
A councillor has come forward to pay tribute as a teenager and three men have been charged with attempted murder in the area. Dallen Brown, 22, of Swallows Croft, Reading, Davis Nduyimana, 22, of Granville Road, Reading and a 17-year-old boy,
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Internet sensation spotted filming at popular food venue
A YouTube sensation filmed a video with his cohort at a popular food market hub in our town much to the delight of local fans. Blue Collar Corner welcomed internet star KSI along with a number of other YouTubers who make up the 'Side Men' as they
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Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service issues candle advice
People are being urged to follow candle safety advice after 73 fires were started by candles in Berkshire. Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is supporting Candle Fire Safety Week, which runs from October 21 to 27, in a bid to raise
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Exeter City chief praises 'fantastic' Ruben Selles ahead of trip to Devon
Exeter City boss Gary Caldwell was full of praise for Reading boss Ruben Selles ahead of tomorrow's trip to Devon. The Grecians are upwardly mobile having won four of their last five fixtures, currently sat fifth in League One after 10 matches.
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Pundit labels Reading goalline clearance in Crawley win 'absolutely sensational'
Wales legend Robbie Savage labelled Amadou Mbengue's goalline clearance in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Crawley Town 'absolutely sensational.' Savage- a Premier League regular with the likes of Leicester City, Birmingham City and Derby County- is
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Ready for laughs? Kiri’s ‘Peacock’ hits Reading soon
Kiri Pritchard-McLean has announced her brand new show 'Peacock' is coming to Reading. Part of her UK tour, Ms Pritchard-Mclean's performance arrives at the Concert Hall, Reading, 9th November at 7.30pm. The performance is directed by Adam
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BBC boss battles new house plans near his £4m country home near Reading
BBC’s director general is battling plans for new homes near his £4 million country house near the Berkshire border. Tim Davie lives in Peppard Common near Henley-on-Thames and has previously spoken about how he was lucky to live in the area, enjoying
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Three men and a teen boy charged with attempted murder
Three men and a teenager have been charged with attempted murder after they allegedly threatened a victim with a weapon. Dallen Brown, 22, of Swallows Croft, Reading, Davis Nduyimana, 22, of Granville Road, Reading and a 17-year-old boy, who cannot
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20 of the best as Reading welcome thousands of school children for big Crawley win
Reading welcomed thousands of local schoolkids for the first School and Grassroots Day of the season. For the past few years, tens of thousands of youngsters have gone through the turnstiles at a discounted rate to try and get their juices flowing
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Reading title-winner makes return as special guest as Crawley Town hit for four
Reading stalwart Hal Robson-Kanu returned to the Select Car Leasing Stadium on Saturday as a special guest, with the Royals on the right end of an entertaining five-goal tie. An Academy graduate who spent 12 years with the club, 'HRK' made almost
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In the Dock: Man who made threats to kill among latest in court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts. KIMOY CHANG, 23, of Downmill Road, Bracknell, convicted of criminal damage to a front door to the value of £1,605 in Bracknell on January 11, 2024. Also convicted of assault by beating
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Polish deli gearing up to open at men's fashion store
A Polish deli is getting ready to open a larger shop in Reading town centre in a unit that used to be occupied by a men's fashion store. The Delikatesy Smaczek is a traditional shop selling Polish deli foods and more on the outside of the Broad
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New supermarket with beer cave and bakery set to open soon
A brand-new budget supermarket will be opening soon in the heart of Woodley, much to the delight of local residents. A small Morrisons is due to welcome customers on Thursday, November 7 on Loddon Bridge road. This comes as a good deal of
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Crawley Town boss left 'frustrated' with heavy defeat at Reading
Crawley Town boss Rob Elliott was left 'frustrated' after his side suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat at Reading on Saturday. The Red Devils have lost six matches in a row and remain rooted in the relegation zone of League One, but the scoreline did not
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Major works at commuting train station halts services
Great Western Railway has announced that services across West Berkshire will be impacted by track renewal works. The track renewal works will take place on tracks in the 'Newbury area' from Monday, November 11 to Thursday, November 14. A number
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Charnwood Cottage on the market for £2 million in Caversham
Charnwood Cottage, a four-bedroom detached house in Upper Warren Avenue, Caversham, is on the market for £2 million. The property is set in a much-admired, tree-lined avenue and boasts of a self-contained annex, landscaped grounds, and spacious
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Reading GP surgery "exemplary," says care minister as he launches NHS "conversation"
The care minister Stephen Kinnock has visited Reading to launch a huge consultation on the future of the NHS, with the politician calling a local surgery a "fantastic" example for others to follow. Mr Kinnock has visited the Melrose Surgery in
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Government working "at pace" on Royal Berkshire Hospital crisis, care minister says
The government is "working at pace" to resolve the issues facing Royal Berkshire Hospital, the care minister Stephen Kinnock has said during a visit to Reading. It follows comments earlier in the month from the hospital's CEO who said that staff