WE have rounded up some of Reading's most shocking, exciting and important stories from the past week.

Here are a few of the most significant stories readers should be aware of:

1. FIVE new restaurants and bars coming to Reading town centre

Reading Chronicle:

Reading is full of foodies and with more eateries opening up, now is the perfect time to try something new!

With more people venturing into the outside world after lockdown, many restaurants and takeaways have opened up ready for customers to dine inside again.

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2. Reading FC linked with sensational triple transfer swoop

Reading Chronicle:

Reading have been linked with a sensational move for three midfield players.

The club has been unable to bring in any fresh faces over the summer as of yet due to the financial constrictions placed on the club by the EFL.

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3. Man rushed to hospital after being attacked with 'blade' in town centre

Reading Chronicle:

A MAN was rushed to hospital after being attacked with a 'bladed weapon' in Reading town centre last night.

Thames Valley Police said the victim had suffered from a non-life threatening injury following an incident of disorder involving a group of people in Hosier Street, Reading.

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4. I went clubbing in Reading after lockdown and it was epic

Reading Chronicle:

After a 15 month hiatus, clubbing is back.

Nightclubs and venues were allowed to reopen on Monday, July 19, when all coronavirus restrictions were lifted on ‘Freedom Day’.

The last time I went clubbing was in March last year, just a few weekends prior to the first lockdown. After so long of being deprived of the clubbing experience because of legitimate concerns surrounding the pandemic, I was eager to relive it post lockdown.

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5. Reading hotel closed down to the public after government takes control of site

Reading Chronicle:

A READING hotel has closed to the public after the government took over the running of the building.

easyHotel, on Caversham Road, told customers who had booked rooms they could no longer stay due to the sudden change in use.

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