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Police officer sacked after panel finds he raped and sexually assaulted woman
A police officer was dismissed for raping and sexually assaulting a woman. Thames Valley Police (TVP) sacked Jay Callen after a misconduct panel found "appalling behaviour" had been proven. The panel determined that the sexual violence inflicted
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Owners of Reading gym announce 'immediate' closure
A Reading has announced its closure with ‘immediate effect’ after many years in the community. TNT Gym – also known as ‘Reading’s Best Old School Gym’ was created over 15 years ago at its premises in Bridgewater Close. On Tuesday, November
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Police rush to Eldon Square after reports of suspected firearms incident
Police descended on a Reading neighbourhood this week after a suspected firearms incident was reported. According to eye witnesses, a man was tackled to the ground after reportedly pulling a gun. The incident happened on Wednesday, November
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Former Reading youngster looking forward to reunion in county cup quarter-final
Abingdon United Women's star Holly Sellwood 'cannot wait' to face Reading Women in the Berks and Bucks Cup on Sunday after spending her formative years with the club. Always a big draw in recent years due to the women's side's heartbreaking fall
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Progress made in reducing carbon emissions in Reading
In this week's column, Liz Terry, the leader of Reading Borough Council welcomes the progress made to tackle the climate emergency in Reading, along with a call for members of the public to do their bit. Councillor Terry writes: The very latest
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Closure order for West Berkshire house after drugs warrant
A Lambourn house with connection to anti-social behaviour and drugs has been partially sealed by order of a magistrates judge after a drugs warrant was undertaken by police. The order of the house on Child Street, Lambourn was granted on October
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Five vehicles located following a series of burglaries across Berkshire
Thames Valley Police rural crime taskforce has recovered five different vehicles after a series of burglaries across the Thames Valley region. This comes after several thorough investigations across the force alongside some neighbouring police
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Rams earn a ninth successive National One victory with stunning second half display
OWEN Root hailed a fantastic second-half display as Rams rallied to secure a ninth straight National One victory in a 40-22 home success against Sedgley Park. A nightmare first half-hour saw the hosts trail to a Warren Seals penalty and converted
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New away shirts for young footballers as they move up a division
Caversham AFC's under-16 Arrows team has received a £500 donation from homebuilder Vistry for the second consecutive year. The donation, which comes from the company building homes under its Bovis Homes brand at Emmer Green Drive in Caversham,
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Reading schoolboy's death is a catalyst for lifesaving scheme, inquest hears
Heroic efforts couldn't save a 10-year-old boy from drowning in a central Reading river last year - but his death has triggered major efforts to save lives in waterways across the town, an inquest has head. Shadrack Appiah, 10, tragically died
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Three storey office building in Reading town centre up for sale
A three-storey office building in Reading town centre is up for sale. The building in South Street is being sold by Nest Seekers International. Potential buyers will have the opportunity to convert the building into a different use, subject
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In the Dock: The latest cases from Reading Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts. - SAMUEL WARD, 33, Mead Close, Caversham, indicated guilty to possession of a Class B drug, namely cannabis, on August 27 last year in London. He was fined £80 and a forfeiture
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New green space in Lower Earley officially opens
A new green space in Lower Earley has officially opened to the public. Swallows Meadow, located near Chatteris Way, was inaugurated on Saturday, November 2, with the support of local leaders. The area is owned by the University of Reading and
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Former Reading favourite takes up chief role in Championship Academy set-up
Former Reading favourite Chris Casper has been appointed Academy Manager at his hometown club, Burnley. A Manchester United youngster, Casper impressed while on loan with the Royals in 1998 and re-joined permanently for £300,000. Becoming a
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5 of the best farm shops you can visit across Berkshire
Are you looking for a way to spend some free time? If you like looking around local shops and buying fresh fruit, veg, meats and more, a trip to some of the best farm shops in Berkshire could be ideal for you. Whether you’re an expert in the kitchen
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Thatcham man recognised for fundraising efforts
A Thatcham man has been recognised for his outstanding efforts in raising funds for a disability charity. Matt Walburn, a long-time supporter of Swings & Smiles, received the Greenham Trust Fundraising Award for his dedication. The charity,
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Newbury pop-up shop to open as Christmas countdown begins
With Christmas around the corner, people are being encouraged to recycle their old electronics. As people look forward to new laptops, tablets, and other devices, an organisation is urging residents to think about how they can give their old gadgets
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Reading theatre announces cast for London debut production
Jermyn Street Theatre and Reading Rep Theatre have announced the cast for Jean Genet's play The Maids. This marks the first collaboration between the two theatres and Reading Rep Theatre's debut as a co-producer for a London production. Directed
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Work set to begin on JD Gym at Reading retail park
Work is set to begin on a new gym at a retail park in Reading. Construction work can begin to build a JD Gym on the car park of the Reading Link Retail Park as details of the project have been approved. Elsewhere, a storage unit can be converted
