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via Reading Chronicle1h ago

Police respond to firearms incident in Lower Earley

Four men have been arrested following a major police incident in Asda car park in Lower Earley.

via Bracknell News2h ago

Bracknell Post Office and TG Jones store set to close

Bracknell town centre is set to lose its Post Office, Bracknell News can report.

2 outlets5h ago

Reading Chronicle and Bracknell News list most successful Bake Off contestants

Local news outlets have compiled a list of the most successful Great British Bake Off contestants.

Reading Chronicle and Bracknell News have both published lists of the most successful contestants to have appeared on The Great British Bake Off. The lists name Nadiya Hussain and Liam Charles amongst those featured.

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via Reading Chronicle7h ago

Council accused of 'failing to preserve history' at Old Cemetery

The council has been accused of failing to preserve the history of Reading at the Old Cemetery, where more than 18,000 people are buried.

via Reading Chronicle7h ago

Roadworks delay warning amid major utility upgrade

Delays are ‘likely’ on a stretch of road in Reading until potentially the end of October.

2 outlets7h ago

UK petrol prices reach 2026 high amid Middle East tensions

UK petrol prices have reached their highest level this year amid ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran.

Petrol prices across the UK are at their highest point in 2026 following tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel and Iran has contributed to the rise in fuel costs.

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via Reading Chronicle9h ago

Uncertain future for blighted beauty spot beset with litter

A blighted riverside beauty spot that has been beset with littering and other problems is set for a clean-up – though questions remain over who will manage it long-term.

via BBC Berkshire9h ago

Toothpaste factory demolition plan gets go-ahead

Haleon said the site was "no longer a viable option" following a strategic review in 2024.

via BBC Berkshire10h ago

Reading trio earn call-ups but fixtures remain on

Reading confirm their League One games with Wycombe and Bradford will go ahead despite the Royals' international call-ups.

via Reading Chronicle10h ago

Shah’s Halal Food in Reading town centre officially opened

A halal food restaurant that was "born on the streets of Queens, New York" has officially opened in Reading town centre.

via Reading Chronicle10h ago

Liberal Democrats select councillor and medicine CEO to fight general election

The Lib Dems have selected Mike Giles as their prospective parliamentary candidate for Earley and Woodley, following a vote of local party members.

via BBC Berkshire11h ago

Road to close for lorry-damaged bridge repairs

The lorry was driven into the brick bridge in Swallowfield, Berkshire, on 11 February.

via BBC Berkshire11h ago

Festival clear-up saw 2.8 tonnes of waste collected

This year's event saw around 100,000 people attend the festival in Richfield Avenue.

via Bracknell News11h ago

Southport killer due in court after Broadmoor transfer near Bracknell

Southport killer Axel Rudakubana is due in court after being transferred to Broadmoor psychiatric hospital near Bracknell.

2 outlets13h ago

Drug dealer jailed for Class A drug supply in Bracknell

A drug dealer from Reading has been jailed after being caught with crack cocaine in a roadside stop.

A drug dealer from Reading has been jailed after being caught with crack cocaine in a roadside stop. The arrest followed a roadside stop.

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via BBC Berkshire13h ago

Reading FC

The band from Reading are lifelong fans, and saw the team beat Notts County 2-0.

via BBC Berkshire16h ago

Firefighters among Make a Difference Awards finalists

Winners for BBC Radio Berkshire will be crowned at a special ceremony.

via BBC Berkshire16h ago

How to prepare yourself for when an emergency strikes

BBC South speaks to experts and residents about how they would plan for a national emergency.

via Reading Chronicle18h ago

Five-bedroom Victorian home near Reading University on the market for £795,000

A five-bedroom Victorian home on Bulmershe Road, in Reading’s University area is on the market for £795,000.

via Bracknell News18h ago

Bracknell four-bedroom home with no onward chain listed at £525,000

A Lauradale four-bedroom property in Bracknell has a guide price of £525,000.

via BBC Berkshire23h ago

Union calls for halt to graded Ofsted inspections over health concerns

The National Association of Head Teachers says inspections in England may pose a "risk to life" for school leaders.

via Reading Chronicle1d ago

Bon Giovi tribute band to bring Bon Jovi hits to Reading

A Bon Jovi tribute band is set to perform in Reading in October.

2 outlets1d ago

Wokingham ranked among England's best places to grow old

Wokingham in Berkshire has been ranked as one of the best places in England to grow old.

Wokingham has been placed fourth nationally and fourth in the South East according to a new study. BBC Berkshire reports the town has the highest life expectancy in England.

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2 outlets1d ago

Ed Sheeran questions future after Macklemore tour row

Ed Sheeran has questioned his future as an artist following Macklemore's removal from his tour.

Ed Sheeran questioned his future in music after Macklemore was removed from his tour. The situation involved Gaza comments and withdrawals by backing acts.

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Wayne Rooney in talks to appear on I'm A Celebrity

Wayne Rooney is reported to be in advanced talks to join ITV's I'm A Celebrity.

Wayne Rooney is in advanced talks to appear on ITV's I'm A Celebrity. The England footballer's potential involvement in the reality television show has been reported by multiple outlets.

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2 outlets1d ago

All lines blocked between Reading and Swindon after person struck by train

All rail lines between Reading and Swindon are blocked after a person was struck by a train.

Great Western Railway has announced that all lines between Reading and Swindon are currently blocked following an incident in which a person was struck by a train.

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via Bracknell News1d ago

Major traffic delays due to crash and overturned vehicle on M4

There are traffic delays on the M4 due to a crash involving an overturned vehicle this afternoon.

via Reading Chronicle1d ago

Female motorcyclist, 20s, 'seriously injured' in Reading crash

Thames Valley Police has announced that a woman motorcyclist in her 20s was 'seriously injured' in a Reading crash.

via BBC Berkshire2d ago

Big Picture: This week's images from the South

The best images sent to us from Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Oxfordshire.

via BBC Berkshire2d ago

Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A village declaring independence and traders fighting against shoplifters were among our most read.

via Bracknell News2d ago

Garden centre chain raises £23,000 for local charities

Squire's Garden Centres has raised £23,577 for local charities through its Charity of the Year scheme, supporting community groups near its Berkshire centres.

via Reading Chronicle2d ago

Watermill Theatre announces festive programme with Pinocchio, comedy and live music

The Watermill Theatre has announced its Christmas programme.

via Bracknell News2d ago

Five-bedroom Berkshire home near park listed for £950,000

The Limes, on a private no-through road in Warfield, is listed as a freehold property with no onward chain.

via Reading Chronicle2d ago

Reading home boasts 'spectacular' 40-foot open-plan living space

A detached family home in Reading boasting a 40-foot open-plan kitchen, dining, and family room is on the market.

via Reading Chronicle2d ago

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang inspires 500 young people across West Berkshire

A theatre outreach programme has inspired hundreds of young people across West Berkshire.