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 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.
For the full story, click here.
2. Reading FC linked with sensational triple transfer swoop
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.
For the full story, click here.
3. Man rushed to hospital after being attacked with 'blade' in town centre
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.
For the full story, click here.
4. I went clubbing in Reading after lockdown and it was epic
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.
For the full story, click here.
5. Reading hotel closed down to the public after government takes control of site
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.
For the full story, click here.
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