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Major crashes in Reading cause severe delays
7:57pm Traffic on the M4 still remains heavy (Image: National highways)
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15th century listed barn deemed at risk due to leaks and falling joists saved
A 15th-Century barn on the Berkshire estate where Downton Abbey was filmed has been "saved", having previously been deemed at risk due to leaks and falling joists. The renovation of the Grade I-listed barn, part of the Highclere Estate owned by
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Reading retail park speed bumps: Viral video attracts one million views in 24 hours
A video showing the 'horrific' speed bumps at a Reading retail park has been viewed over one million times in less than 24 hours - and prompted close to a thousand comments from visitors fed-up with the traffic measure. Reading Gate Retail Park
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Harborough Town boss 'delighted with 'surreal' FA Cup draw against Reading
Mitch Austin, manager of non-league Harborough Town, has called on Reading fans to 'show us the Reading of old' in preparation for next month's FA Cup Second Round draw. The Bees, of the seventh tier and playing out of Market Harborough in Leicestershire
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Police discover four dangerous and concerning objects in park
Four concerning items have been recovered from across different Reading parks during sweeps carried out by Thames Valley Police. Groups PCSO’s from West and North Reading Teams were seen patrolling and searching the parks and recreation grounds
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Reading FC: Owner Dai Yongge's financial crisis in China revealed
The owner of Reading FC has faced a series of court cases in China this year over unpaid loans worth hundreds of millions of pounds, The Reading Chronicle can reveal. These include loans linked to a company that was run by Chinese businessman
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Samsung tablet reported missing from van in West Berkshire
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses after a Samsung tablet was stolen from a van in West Berkshire. The theft took place between 11pm on November 12 and 7am on November 13. According to the force, the offender gained access to
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Group receive highest award for helping communities grow fruit and vegetables
A group has received the highest possible award for their work in the community. Freely Fruity, set up by friends Ryan Simpson, James Whittingham, and Matt Knight, was given the King's Award for Voluntary Service for their work in communities across
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Police appeal for witnesses after burglar breaks into busy pub
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses after a suspected burglar forced his way into a pub near Reading . The incident occurred between November 4 and November 5 at the White Lion Pub on Reading Road. The offender forced entry into
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Reading fans snap up allocation for Wycombe Wanderers trip inside three days
Reading supporters have snapped up the full batch of over 1,800 tickets for next month's trip to Wycombe Wanderers inside three days. Geographically the nearest club in the EFL, Royals fans were expected to sell-out long before the matchday at
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More honour-based abuse offences recorded across Berkshire
More honour-based abuse offences were recorded in Thames Valley last year, new figures show – despite a fall across England and Wales. Honour-based abuse is a crime or incident committed to protect or defend the "honour" of a family or community
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A fifth of year 6 children in Reading obese – as NHS warns of "ticking time bomb"
A fifth of 10 to 11-year-olds in Reading are obese or severely obese, new figures show. The professor in charge of children's health in England called obesity a "ticking time bomb", but warned the NHS cannot solve the problem alone. New figures
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Dominos Pizza and Café Nero among 22 eateries receiving new hygiene ratings
New food hygiene ratings have been awarded to 22 of Reading’s restaurant, cafes and takeaway establishments across Reading, the Food Standards Agency’s website shows. The Food Standards Agency undertakes regular inspections to ensure eateries are
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'A Reading icon': Popular pub with swimming pool has been SOLD
A riverside pub that has stood in a state of disrepair for the last year finally has a new owner. According to the property sales and lettings website Rightmove, The Jolly Anglers has been sold prior to auction. The pub, which sits on the
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Change of Wales 'philosophy' will help Reading midfielder, says Ruben Selles
Reading boss Ruben Selles believes the new 'philosophy' held by Wales boss Craig Bellamy should help midfielder Charlie Savage after his recent call-up. The 21-year-old earned two caps under previous manager Rob Page, but had spent the last few
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Reading protest group respond amid 'fast-growing disquiet' about sales process
Reading fan group Sell Before We Dai have issued a statement regarding the sales process amid a 'fast-growing disquiet' among supporters. After expecting American Rob Couhig to take over during the summer, a deal was not pushed over the line and
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M4 construction causing long delays
3:38pm This has now cleared so we will be closing this live blog. Thank you for following.
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I went to the MTV EMA's at Co-Op Live to dance with Jedward, Bez and co
Last Sunday (November 10) the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards were held at the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester, where I was fortunate enough to attend. With Rita Ora hosting for the third time, a star-studded line-up including Shawn Mendes, Raye and
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Homebase administration fears for employees and customers
DIY retailer Homebase could be heading for a partial collapse, putting thousands of jobs at risk, amid reports that the chain has appointed insolvency experts with a potential buyer of parts of its 130-store estate also circling. Employees and
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Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for nearly 400 times face value on eBay
We are all being urged to check our wallets and down the back of our sofas after a 50p coin sold for nearly 400 times its value at auction this week. The 50p coin in question was released in 2009 to mark 250 years since the opening of Kew Gardens
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Mum's half-term holiday warning as she faces criminal record
A mum is warning parents over school term holidays as she faces a career-wrecking criminal record - as 'law gone mad' asks her to prove the fine went 'missing in the post'. Natalie Saunders jetted off with her daughter Ava Martin-Saunders, eight
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John Lewis unveils its new Christmas advert and it's a tear-jerker
John Lewis has released a memory-strewn tear-jerker, following a woman frantically buying a last-minute gift for her sister, for its highly-anticipated Christmas advert. The Gifting Hour opens with heroine Sally running into the retailer’s Oxford
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UK Apple users could be owed compensation as Which? launches £3bn iCloud claim
Millions of Apple customers in the UK could be owed compensation if a legal claim from consumer group Which? is successful. Which? has launched a £3 billion claim against Apple, claiming the tech giant has breached competition law by “forcing its
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DWP PIP eligibility and claim help tool launched by charity Turn2us
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) provides financial support for disabled people and those with long-term health conditions. Despite the support, nearly 1 in 3 Disabled people in the UK live in poverty, facing substantial additional living costs—on
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Council Tax bills set to rise by an average of £100 in the new year
Council Tax bills are likely to go up by an average of £100 in April next year, with an expected five per cent rise to cover £2.4 billion “black hole”. Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch pressed Sir Keir Starmer to confirm whether the cap
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Support Us: Join the Toys and Teens Appeal - A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors
Reading Family Aid is thrilled to once again launch the Toys and Teens Appeal, with the generous support of local businesses and community leaders. In partnership with The Reading Chronicle, we are calling upon the kind-hearted residents of Reading
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Major train service disruptions and cancellations this weekend
The weekend will see a reduced service of GWR trains as work continues to improve the rail system. Due to engineering work on Sunday, November 17, some services will be disrupted or cancelled. Trains will still run between London Paddington
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Festival organisers say it is CANCELLED for next year amid rising costs
A popular festival in Reading has announced that it will be taking a break for a year due to the cost of running things. Readipop Festival has announced that the event is not going ahead next year due to industry pressures. The festival announced
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Man arrested of suspicion of rural crimes says police
Man who is suspected of rural-based crimes has been arrested reveals police. The Taskforce patrolled the West Berkshire and Wokingham areas on Wednesday evening, November 13. A male wanted by Wiltshire Police on suspicion of rural crime offences
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Reading independent art and gift shop But Is It Art? to close for good
An iconic independent art and gift shop in Reading town centre is to close in the new year after more than 50 years in business. But Is It Art? opened in 1972 under the leadership of Jan King in Broad Street Mall before moving to Queen Victoria
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Several dogs sick from suspected cannabis poisoning in park
Several dogs have been left sick after visiting a Reading park - with symptoms that point to cannabis consumption. Several residents and a nearby vets have reported dogs becoming very unwell due to suspected cannabis ingestion after visiting Linear
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Police investigate protestor after disrupting two-minute silence at Reading memorial
Reading Borough Council have said that they are 'saddened' after a protester disrupted the two-minute silence for Armistice Day in the town Centre. The commemorative event took place in the town, at the Forbury War Memorial, where Reading's Mayor
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Berkshire groups recognised with King's Award for Voluntary Service 2024
Six voluntary groups in Berkshire have been honoured with The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2024. The accolade, which is the highest award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, recognises the exceptional work of volunteers who make significant
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£20 million spent on improving council houses and flats in Reading
More than £20 million is being spent on improving council housing throughout Reading, with projects including external works and fitting new windows, kitchens and bathrooms. Reading Borough Council is one of the biggest landlords in the town, and
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Caversham business owner launches new clothing shop
A mother of three has said that she is ‘looking forward’ to welcoming people into her new clothing and homeware shop in the heart of Caversham. Samantha Smith has owned The Collective, in Caversham, for five years, and has now decided to expand
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Earley boy, 12, shortlisted for national award for caring for dad
A 12-year-old boy from Earley has been shortlisted for a national charity award. Rossi Blackburn-Hind has been recognised for the support he gives to his dad, Steve, who suffers from mitochondrial disease. Rossi's dad, Steve, first started
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Reading boutique hotel hosts art fair showcasing artists from across the globe
Ten artists from across the globe showcased their work at an exhibition in a boutique Reading hotel. The artists were selected as part of an art competition organised by the Roseate Hotel Collection, and three of their pieces were chosen for their
