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When launched, JD Gyms Reading promises to be a state-of-the-art facility, with hundreds of pieces of equipment.

JD Gyms Reading: See inside 'cutting edge' gym as it launches opening offer

Falsified food temperature records and a lack of hot water and soap - the hygiene issues that landed a popular Caversham restaurant with a zero rating has been revealed, as staff promise they've addressed concerns.

Falsified food temperature records and a lack of hot water and soap - the hygiene issues that landed a popular Caversham restaurant with a zero rating has been revealed, as staff promise they've addressed concerns.

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Caversham's Momo House responds to 'falsified' records and zero-star hygiene report

Leisure centre closes as it is set to undergo MAJOR revamp

Donate unwrapped toys and make a difference this holiday season

Donate unwrapped toys and make a difference this holiday season

Bike shop in Woodley launches Christmas Toy Drive

A car appears to have damaged its wheels and require recovery after passing over 'horrific' speed bumps at a Reading retail park.

A car appears to have damaged its wheels and require recovery after passing over 'horrific' speed bumps at a Reading retail park.

Reading retail park: Car appears to breakdown on 'violent' speed bumps

Fewer businesses were created in Reading last year, new figures show.

Fewer businesses were created in Reading last year, new figures show.

Reading sees new business slowdown amid 855 closures

The Christmas lights in Broad Street, Reading which were switched on during a ceremony on Saturday, November 16.

The Christmas lights in Broad Street, Reading which were switched on during a ceremony on Saturday, November 16.

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How much has been spent on Reading's Christmas lights?

A drone with a camera. These drones could become a regular feature in the skies above Reading. Credit: Thomas Ehrhardt from Pixabay

A drone with a camera. These drones could become a regular feature in the skies above Reading. Credit: Thomas Ehrhardt from Pixabay

Latest on 'drone super highway' taking to the skies above Reading

Central Co-op will also have opened five new stores, and refurbished 35 shops and 16 funeral homes by the end of 2024.

Central Co-op will also have opened five new stores, and refurbished 35 shops and 16 funeral homes by the end of 2024.

Central Co-op to close 19 UK stores in next six months - see the full list

Homebuilder boosts Caversham AFC's journey to Division Two

Homebuilder boosts Caversham AFC's journey to Division Two

New away shirts for young footballers as they move up a division

nvestment opportunity: Reading office space with conversion potential

nvestment opportunity: Reading office space with conversion potential

Three storey office building in Reading town centre up for sale

There have been complaints about these new speed bumps at Reading Gate Retail Park - now the site says it’s looking to address the issue ‘as a priority’.

There have been complaints about these new speed bumps at Reading Gate Retail Park - now the site says it’s looking to address the issue ‘as a priority’.

Reading retail park speed bumps: Viral video attracts one million views in 24 hours

Among the businesses entangled in litigation is a shopping centre in Guangzhou, China, that specialises in women's manicures.

Among the businesses entangled in litigation is a shopping centre in Guangzhou, China, that specialises in women's manicures.

Reading FC: Owner Dai Yongge's financial crisis in China revealed

The current owners Steve Ball & Jackie Redrup, who have both enjoyed working in the shop for many years expressed their disappointment at not being a part of Reading's future.

The current owners Steve Ball & Jackie Redrup, who have both enjoyed working in the shop for many years expressed their disappointment at not being a part of Reading's future.

Reading independent art and gift shop But Is It Art? to close for good

Dominos Pizza and Café Nero among 22 eateries receiving new hygiene ratings

Berkshire Freemasons

Berkshire Freemasons

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Samantha and Twiggy

Samantha and Twiggy

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Caversham business owner launches new clothing shop

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Look inside: New clothing and homeware store opens in Caversham

Church Street, Caversham

Church Street, Caversham

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Residents reminisce about popular café closure

Reading FC v Hull City

Reading FC v Hull City

Former Reading owner interested in re-acquiring the club- but it comes with a catch

Post Office chairman Nigel Railton is expected to set out a “transformation plan” on Wednesday (November 13).

Post Office chairman Nigel Railton is expected to set out a “transformation plan” on Wednesday (November 13).

Post Office could be set to close 115 branches putting 1000s of jobs at risk

A retail park in Reading is working to address complaints about new speed bumps that visitors have labelled as painful for women and people with spine issues.

A retail park in Reading is working to address complaints about new speed bumps that visitors have labelled as painful for women and people with spine issues.

Reading Gate Retail Park responds to complaints over 'horrific' speed bumps

Tomato Energy is not just about saving money and adopting clean technologies, it’s also about people

Tomato Energy is not just about saving money and adopting clean technologies, it’s also about people

Tomato Energy: Revolutionising energy in the Reading community

The new owner of Reading Prison was involved in an 'unusual' court case over a property development scheme in Ireland last year - which ended in a restraining order issued against his son, The Reading Chronicle can reveal.

The new owner of Reading Prison was involved in an 'unusual' court case over a property development scheme in Ireland last year - which ended in a restraining order issued against his son, The Reading Chronicle can reveal.

Reading Gaol: New owner in 'unusual' court case that ended in restraining order

Direct Line Group is one of the UK’s largest insurance companies employing over 9,000 people.

Direct Line Group is one of the UK’s largest insurance companies employing over 9,000 people.

Direct Line Group reveals plans to axe around 550 jobs amid cost cuts

The Good Brothers

The Good Brothers

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"It's been such a journey": Café owners celebrate a year of 'growth and success'

Businesses welcome rate cut, but cost concerns still loom

Businesses welcome rate cut, but cost concerns still loom

Bank of England base rate cut welcomed by businesses

Apex children's plastic waste competition - Oxford Road Community School & Wilson Primary School

Apex children's plastic waste competition - Oxford Road Community School & Wilson Primary School

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Reading building donates £1,000 to local schools

Picture by Will Pryce

Picture by Will Pryce

Owners of Reading Biscuit Factor address fears over future as sister site closes

Time for a tune-up? Stumbles Cycles moves to London Road

Time for a tune-up? Stumbles Cycles moves to London Road

Bike shop mechanic and 'Dr Bike' pro relocates

John Stopher, Watersheds, (centre) with Liz Brewer (l) and Libby Ryan (r) of Miad Healthcare

John Stopher, Watersheds, (centre) with Liz Brewer (l) and Libby Ryan (r) of Miad Healthcare

Reading firm to expand after acquisition

Tomato Energy is not just about saving money and adopting clean technologies, it’s also about people

Tomato Energy is not just about saving money and adopting clean technologies, it’s also about people

Tomato Energy: Revolutionising energy in the Reading community

Celebrating three years of fighting excellence at STMA Academy

Celebrating three years of fighting excellence at STMA Academy

Martial arts academy in Reading celebrates third birthday

Business networking event First Friday Club has returned with another well-attended event - as Reading businesses begin to take stock of the first Labour budget in more than 13 years.

Business networking event First Friday Club has returned with another well-attended event - as Reading businesses begin to take stock of the first Labour budget in more than 13 years.

First Friday Club: Reading businesses praise networking event following budget

University and bank help students think about life after graduation

One Station Hill in Reading town centre.

One Station Hill in Reading town centre.

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Cafe and Japanese restaurant set to open at new Reading office tower

New pub opens in Newbury town centre inspired by Paddington Bear

Purple Turtle hosts inaugural business event

Purple Turtle hosts inaugural business event

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The Purple Turtle launches new business networking event

Fire crews rush to the Reading laundrette after tumble dryer bursts into flames

Wood awarded significant engineering contract by Saudi Aramco

Wood awarded significant engineering contract by Saudi Aramco

Reading’s Wood wins major contract for Saudi Aramco gas project

Schoolchildren and Vision Express fight myopia together

Schoolchildren and Vision Express fight myopia together

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Vision Express tackles myopia with pupils at Moorlands Primary School

613 Club in Oxford Road is for sale for £300,000

613 Club in Oxford Road is for sale for £300,000

Massage parlour 613 Club on the market for £300k

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Reading pubs we've loved and lost through the years

Two Oxford Road takeaways receive new food hygiene ratings

Two Oxford Road takeaways receive new food hygiene ratings

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Two takeaways handed brand new food hygiene ratings

A general view of Broad Street in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

A general view of Broad Street in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Reading Borough Council

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Fees set to increase in Reading this week - including for cafes and extra bins

Food hygiene rating stock image

Food hygiene rating stock image

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Food hygiene ratings dished out to four city centre restaurants

An oil spill in the River Kennet that harmed dozens of swans has resulted in a Reading garage issued with a warning - and the business now faces a financial penalty, The Reading Chronicle can reveal.

An oil spill in the River Kennet that harmed dozens of swans has resulted in a Reading garage issued with a warning - and the business now faces a financial penalty, The Reading Chronicle can reveal.

Garage warned over River Kennet oil 'spill' that harmed dozens of swans

John Lewis and Waitrose are the latest retailers to announce a major recruitment drive ahead of the 2024 Christmas period joining the likes of Aldi and Morrisons.

John Lewis and Waitrose are the latest retailers to announce a major recruitment drive ahead of the 2024 Christmas period joining the likes of Aldi and Morrisons.

John Lewis and Waitrose to hire 12,500 staff ahead of 'busy' Christmas period

The deal includes 12 new stores in locations such as Crediton, Manchester, and Saffron Walden.

The deal includes 12 new stores in locations such as Crediton, Manchester, and Saffron Walden.

Lidl to open new stores ahead of Christmas creating 400 new jobs

The Travellers Rest in Caversham (Image: Brakspear)

The Travellers Rest in Caversham (Image: Brakspear)

Caversham pub to have £250k re-vamp after Halloween re-opening

Reading's Enviromena solar farm reaches major milestone

Reading's Enviromena solar farm reaches major milestone

Solar farm project in Essex reaches major milestone

the rising sun, Newbury

the rising sun, Newbury

CAMRA hits back at plans to demolish historic pub

WHSmith Newbury celebrates new Toys'R'Us launch with grand opening event and goody bag giveaways on Saturday 2 nd November

WHSmith Newbury celebrates new Toys'R'Us launch with grand opening event and goody bag giveaways on Saturday 2 nd November

Geoffrey the Giraffe to welcome visitors at Toys 'R' Us launch

(left to right) Scrivens manager, Rebecca Horner, VIPs Helen Bowyer, Debbie Porter, Paul Bowyer, twins Elliot and Emelia Bowyer and Kath Bowyer

(left to right) Scrivens manager, Rebecca Horner, VIPs Helen Bowyer, Debbie Porter, Paul Bowyer, twins Elliot and Emelia Bowyer and Kath Bowyer

New Scrivens Opticians branch in Tilehurst opened by Bowyer family