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Man stabbed in the chest during 'nasty attack' in Reading
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed in the chest in Reading.
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The countdown is on to the Reading Half marathon 2019
It's just four weeks until 15,000 people will run through the town starting and finishing in Green Park.
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Millions of pounds of work to 'future-proof' Reading's electricity network
Around £8 million pounds is going to be spent on future-proofing Reading's electricity infrastructure.
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Group moved on from Hills Meadow car park in Reading
Reading Borough Council's confirmed Hills Meadow car park is back open after a group of travellers left the area.
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Train depot causing problems for residents on Cardiff Road in Reading
The issues facing residents living on Cardiff Road in Reading are back in the spotlight.
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Online dating scams costing those looking for love in Berkshire
It's claimed online dating scams cost people looking for love in Berkshire more than £200,000 last year.
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Man jailed for life for Bracknell murder
A man from Reading is starting a life sentence after he was convicted of the murder of Miroslaw Januszkiewicz.
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Council and Network Rail confirm Cow Lane full reopening date
Reading Borough Council and Network Rail have officially confirmed Cow Lane will be fully open to two-way traffic later this month.
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University of Reading dismisses financial concerns
The University of Reading says its finances are in a 'sound position', despite claims from a national newspaper its facing a crisis.
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Ascot meeting to go ahead with inclusion of two Newbury races
Staff at Ascot Racecourse have confirmed they will stage a nine race card on Saturday, which will include the postponed Betfair Hurdle and Denman Chase from Newbury.
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Man Charged After Fatal Crash In Reading
A man's been charged with causing death by careless driving after a crash in Reading.
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18 year old becomes Reading Buses' youngest ever fully qualified driver
A teenager's becoming the youngest ever fully qualified driver at Reading Buses.
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A33 junction work gets underway today
Work to improve traffic flow and journey times on the A33 gets underway today.
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Man jailed after driving the wrong way along the M4 near Reading
A man has been jailed for 18 months after driving the wrong way down the M4 near Reading.
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RMT workers to go on strike again in ongoing dispute with South Western Railway
Members of the RMT union say further strike action’s necessary as they’ve not received the assurances they need from South Western Railway, in their ongoing dispute.
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Newbury 'super Saturday' race meeting called off
The cancellation comes after the British Horseracing Authority announced there'd be no racing in the UK until Wednesday at the earliest due to an outbreak of equine flu.
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Exclusion zones lifted as operation to tackle Ocado fire enters third day
Evacuations and exclusion zones surrounding the Ocado Warehouse fire in Andover have been lifted, after some people had to spend the night away from their homes.
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Man suffers stab wounds in fight in Reading
Police have launched an investigation, after a man in his forties suffered stab wounds in a fight in Reading on Monday night.
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Police confirm body found is Daniel Williams
Thames Valley Police have confirmed the body found in a lake on Whiteknights Campus in Reading is that of the missing 19-year-old Daniel Williams.
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Figures show a rise in bus passenger journeys in Reading
The number of bus trips in Reading has increased over the last year - with 200,000 more passenger journeys.
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Family of A33 crash victim pay tribute
The family of a 39 year old man from Reading, who died in a collision on the A33, have described him as a 'lovely, sociable guy' who was loved by his friends and relatives.
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Drivers from Hampshire and Berkshire support hospice during snow disruption
For charities and organisations, getting staff to work and helping people in need is extremely difficult in the wintry conditions. This problem's been solved for one local charity, thanks to the help of drivers from Hampshire and Berkshire.
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Man dies in serious collision on the M25 in Surrey
Police are appealing for witnesses as they investigate a crash on the M25 in Surrey this morning, in which a man in his 70s died and three others were injured.
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Investigation into A33 crash underway
Police are appealing for witnesses as they investigate a serious crash on the A33 near Basingstoke, in which a 39 year old man from Reading died.
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Aspiring actors in Reading encouraged to audition for Reading Between the Lines
Want to become a professional actor?
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Thames Valley Police's Head of Major Crime raises concerns surrounding knife crime
Thames Valley Police's Head of Major Crime says the national increase in knife crime is his biggest concern.
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Over 100 arrests made by Thames Valley Police during organised crime crackdown
County lines activity in Thames Valley leads to over 100 arrests, over 130,000 pounds in cash seized and over 100 people safeguarded.
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Teenager From Swindon Dies After Crash In Berkshire
A teenager from Swindon has died after a crash in Thatcham last week.
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Police welcome conviction of cyclist who caused horse to bolt during Windsor Triathlon
Police have welcomed the conviction of a cyclist from Crowthorne, who cycled into a horse and caused it to bolt during the 2018 Windsor Triathlon.
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New state of the art bakery opens at Prior's Court school
A new state of the art bakery has been officially opened at Prior’s Court school near Newbury.
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Reading's home of World cinema
The Reading Film Theatre is nearly 50 years old and continues to thrive despite the rise in multi-screen cinemas and home movie streaming.
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Puma helicopters from RAF Benson near Reading in action over Afghanistan
The Royal Air Force Puma Helicopters that are deployed to Afghanistan have continued to operate despite the challenges the aircrew face from the Afghan winter, snow and mountainous terrain.
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Arthur Hill campaigners given swimming pool site document
Reading Borough Council’s handed over a document to campaigners wanting to save the former Arthur Hill swimming pool.
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Reading Council leisure and swimming facilities proposals move a step closer
Plans to build new leisure and swimming facilities in Reading move a step closer this week.
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Martinez joins Reading on loan until the end of the season
Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has joined Reading on loan until the end of the season.
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Reading Council to officially withdraw Mass Rapid Transit Scheme plans this week
Reading Borough Council says it's going to officially withdraw its plans for the East Reading Mass Rapid Transit scheme this week.
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Countess of Wessex announced as new Thames Valley Air Ambulance Patron
The Thames Valley Air Ambulance has named Sophie, Countess of Wessex, as its new patron.
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Berkshire based organisations appear on Stonewall list of best employers
Stonewall has named its 100 best employers for LGBT equality - and employers based in Berkshire feature.
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Preparations for 2019 Reading Half Marathon well underway
With just under two months to go until this year's Reading Half Marathon, we've been catching up with one of the people involved in the event.
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Reading Business Improvement District plans unveiled at special event
The business plans for two proposed Business Improvement Districts in Reading town centre have been officially launched.
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Arthur Hill campaigners holding fresh protest today
Campaigners in Reading calling for 'transparency' in the Council's sale of the Arthur Hill Swimming Pool are protesting again today.
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CQC inspectors praise level of care given to patients in Reading
A report's found people in Reading are receiving good quality, person-centred health and social care.
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Reading based charity unveils new flats
Five brand new flats have been unveiled by the charity Launchpad Reading, for people to rent on a long-term basis.
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Man arrested on suspicion of rape in Bracknell
A man from West Sussex has been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman in Bracknell.
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How did your MP vote on the Brexit deal in the Thames Valley?
We've been taking a look at how MPs from across the Thames Valley voted on the Prime Minister's Brexit deal last night.
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Family of man who died in Slough stabbing thank Police for getting justice for him
The family of Jason 'Jay' Gardner, who died after he was stabbed in Slough last year, have thanked Police for getting justice for him.
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John Campbell chosen as preferred Thames Valley Police Chief Constable candidate
John Campbell has been chosen as the preferred candidate to be Thames Valley Police's new Chief Constable.
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Dogs die from injuries suffered in M4 incident in Berkshire
Two dogs have died after they were struck and badly injured on the M4 westbound in Berkshire.
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On the run emu causes problems on South Oxfordshire roads
An emu has been making headlines in one part of the Thames Valley over the weekend.
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Drivers in Reading issued blue badge warning
Reading Borough Council says it takes the problem of blue badge fraud seriously - and it’s committed to fining or prosecuting people who try and cheat the system.
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Reading's buses to receive upgrade to meet latest environmental standards
Reading Borough Council says the awarding of government funding to make the town's buses more environmentally friendly will make a big difference.
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Thames Valley Police launch emergency calls campaign
Thames Valley Police are urging us all to be aware of what is - and isn't - an appropriate emergency call.
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Berkshire firefighters calling for regular smoke alarm tests
Testing your smoke alarm once a week is vital - and it may save your life.
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Specialist team from Reading helps save horse
The Animal rescue unit from Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue service has helped release a trapped horse in Windsor.
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Charity partners for Reading Half-Marathon confirmed
Five local charities amongst those to benefit from annual race around the town
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All Black cabs in Reading are now accepting cards
Previously only a limited number of hackney carriages in Reading provided facilities for passengers to pay for their trips by credit or debit card.
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Death of man in Tilehurst being treated as 'unexplained'
Police in Reading say they're investigating the 'unexplained death' of a man in Tilehurst.
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Reading Football Club name their new manager
48 year old Jose Gomes joins from Portuguese top-tier side Rio Ave.
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Entries open for 10K in Newbury
Registrations have now opened for the 2019 Roc 10K. The race which will take place on Sunday 26th May is this year raising money for selected charity Wooden Spoon and Newbury Athletics Club.
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Working on Christmas Day - Sophie's story
In a special interview we've been finding out what it's like to work on Christmas Day. Here's Sophie Beazley's story.
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