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Royal Berkshire Hospital porters to strike for five days: Almost 100 porters at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading will begin five days of strike action ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26658389.royal-berkshire-hospital-porters-strike-five-days/
Storm Austen - Reading set for wet weather as warning issued: Residents in Reading and across Berkshire are being urged to prepare for wet and windy weather ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26656655.storm-austen---reading-set-wet-weather-warning-issued/
Berkshire Judicial Service celebrates public service workers: The annual Judicial Service, held at Reading Minster Church of St Mary the Virgin on Friday ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26649418.berkshire-judicial-service-celebrates-public-service-workers/
Rugbypass Oct 25
Test caps, the Lions, and jail: the mixed fortunes of London Irish's last PREM team
rugbypass.com/news/test-caps-jail-time-and-the-lions-the-mixed-fortunes-of-london-irishs-last-prem-team/
England’s largest donor centre opens in Reading for blood, plasma and platelets
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26654504.englands-largest-donor-centre-opens-reading-blood-plasma/
Man charged with murder after fatal Datchet road crash: A man has been charged with murder following a fatal road traffic collision in Berkshire and is due to ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26657905.man-charged-murder-fatal-datchet-road-crash/
Reading grammar schools named in top 50 in England: The grammar schools in Reading have been named among the top 50 in the country in rankings by The ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26643697.reading-grammar-schools-named-top-50-england/
Reading council pressed on pension fund Israel links: Reading council has been pressed on its pension fund's investments in Israel three years on from a major ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26654980.reading-council-pressed-pension-fund-israel-links/
Reading Chronicle readers capture Berkshire autumn beauty: Reading Chronicle Camera Club readers capture Reading autumn beauty, from colourful leaves and ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26635779.reading-chronicle-readers-capture-berkshire-autumn-beauty/
Berkshire motorists face major weekend delays on M4 route: Drivers across Berkshire are being warned to expect significant delays next weekend as a major M25 ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26649247.berkshire-motorists-face-major-weekend-delays-m4-route/
Reading FC Community Trust welcomes former sponsor Westcoast: Reading FC Community Trust has announced a new partnership with Berkshire-based technology ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26614474.reading-fc-community-trust-welcomes-former-sponsor-westcoast/
Former Reading FC striker Andy Carroll opens up on trauma: Former England and Reading FC striker Andy Carroll has thanked the public for their support after ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26633100.former-reading-fc-striker-andy-carroll-opens-trauma/
Elizabeth line Berkshire - fewer trains due to crew shortage: Elizabeth line trains are reduced today due to crew shortages, affecting Reading ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26625448.elizabeth-line-berkshire---fewer-trains-due-crew-shortage/
Reading schools invited to submit photos for First Term: Reading schools are invited to submit high-resolution photos for the First Term supplement ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26612277.reading-schools-invited-submit-photos-first-term/
London is a city where Irishness gets shouted out, rather than smoothed over : The nagging fear of Irish in London: If you don’t pay attention ...
irishtimes.com/abroad/2026/08/31/london-is-a-city-where-irishness-gets-shouted-out-rather-than-smoothed-over/
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Last Invasion of England’ by Arthur der Weduwen
👉 What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Last Invasion of England’ by Arthur der Weduwen
100 NHS porters strike at Royal Berkshire over pay cuts: Royal Berkshire Hospital porters in Reading begin a 48-hour GMB strike over NHS overtime cuts ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26590904.100-nhs-porters-strike-royal-berkshire-pay-cuts/
Elizabeth line disruption between Slough and Maidenhead: Several Berkshire rail services are facing disruption this morning (Sunday, September 27) ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26584985.elizabeth-line-disruption-slough-maidenhead/
'Much more to come' as England star Pollock signs new multi-year deal at Saints: Phil Dowson labelled Henry Pollock 'a young man of outstanding character' after ...
northamptonchron.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/much-more-to-come-as-england-star-pollock-signs-new-multi-year-deal-at-saints-9140188
Reading - Crews responding to electrical fire in Oxford Road: Fire crews remain on scene after a fire at a commercial property in Oxford Road.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26581387.reading---crews-responding-electrical-fire-oxford-road/
AB Walker: Celebrating 200 years of community service in Berkshire: Magnificent milestone for a family-run business that’s been a reassuring name for generations ...
newburytoday.co.uk/news/native/ab-walker-celebrating-200-years-of-community-service-in-ber-9479953/
M4 shut between Maidenhead and Reading - live updates: The M4 in Berkshire is closed in both directions between J8/9 (Maidenhead) and J10 (Reading) due to a ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26537559.m4-shut-maidenhead-reading---live-updates/
Hull and East Yorkshire schools eligible for up to £1,400 of government cash to spend on books
hulldailymail.co.uk/news/hull-east-yorkshire-news/hull-east-yorkshire-schools-eligible-11156825
Grimsby Live Sep 16
The National Year of Reading Campaign sees a £5m grant by the Department for Education shared out between secondary schools in England
Full story: www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/news/gallery/pictures-foresights-lets-tropical-festival-11092775?
How Berkshire MPs voted as assisted dying bill rejected: Berkshire's MPs were divided over assisted dying legislation as Parliament voted on one of the most ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26543679.berkshire-mps-voted-assisted-dying-bill-rejected/
Estate agent's devastating brain tumour diagnosis after simple test at her opticians
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/brain-tumour-symptoms-eye-tests-37492741
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The Spectator Sep 10
Scottish schooling was once the envy of the world. Then the SNP came to power: Scotland is stuck and will remain so until it is prepared to confront the ...
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M4 closed in both direction at rush hour after serious crash: Latest traffic updates after M4 closed in both directions in Berkshire between J8/8 Maidenhead and ...
metro.co.uk/2026/09/10/m4-closed-direction-rush-hour-serious-crash-29575449/
This graph is heartbreaking. It shows how young people in Wales have now fallen further behind the rest of the UK with their reading skills - and it's the ... Show more
www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/four-people-cardiff-court-after-34419490
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Blackpool squad news V Reading: Seven out of trip to Berkshire: Blackpool head to Reading looking to get back to winning ways this afternoon.
blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-reading-8958898
Vertu Mercedes-Benz of Reading donates to Daisy's Dream: A charity which supports hundreds of children in Reading has received a generous football donation.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26515410.vertu-mercedes-benz-reading-donates-daisys-dream/
Tattoo artist's mural transforms Reading garden near hospital: A 16-metre mural has transformed a garden fence beside the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26491282.tattoo-artists-mural-transforms-reading-garden-near-hospital/
In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court: Here are the latest cases heard in Reading and Slough Magistrates' Court...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26453574.dock-latest-court-results-reading-magistrates-court/
Ham & High Aug 20
Lucky 7 Irish pub in Cricklewood closes for redevelopment: The Lucky 7 pub in Cricklewood sold Guinness for less than £5 but it closed its doors this month ...
hamhigh.co.uk/news/26482014.lucky-7-irish-pub-cricklewood-closes-redevelopment/
Milton Keynes GCSE results revealed as new 2026 ranking compares areas across England
miltonkeynes.co.uk/your-world/milton-keynes-gcse-results-revealed-as-new-2026-ranking-compares-areas-across-england-8931891
The Reading Camera Club show us their best pictures: Our Reading Chronicle Camera Club members have once again captured the beauty of Berkshire and beyond ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26457847.reading-camera-club-show-us-best-pictures/
Olivia Bailey backs men’s mental health walking group: Olivia Bailey, MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire, joined the Reading Men Walking and Talking (MWAT) ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26462437.olivia-bailey-backs-mens-mental-health-walking-group/
Mail Online Aug 14
Brian Smith RIP: The inside story of Irish rugby's first 'project' player... the genius talent, the feuding that alienated team-mates and the shock exit back ...
dailymail.com/sport/rugbyunion/article-16048605/Brian-Smith-RIP-inside-story-Irish-rugbys-project-player-genius-talent-feuding-alienated-team-mates-shock-exit-Australia-devastated-Irelands-World-Cup-hopes.html
Subscribe for just £6 for 6 months in our Summer Flash Sale: Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or ...
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Verdict due on plan for 75 homes in Berkshire village: A verdict is due on a plan for 75 homes in a village in Berkshire close to Reading and a stop for the ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26452229.verdict-due-plan-75-homes-berkshire-village/
Subscribe for just £6 for 6 months in our Summer Flash Sale: Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or ...
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Reading FC Community Trust generated £20m of social value: The Reading FC Community Trust generated more than £20 million in social value during the 2024/25 ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26402418.reading-fcs-community-trust-generated-20m-social-value/
Arsenal FC Aug 04
Irish Arsenal | Portraits of Belonging: North London’s Irish Gooners, photographed
arsenal-fc.shorthandstories.com/irish-arsenal-portraits-of-belonging/
Aidan McCullen: The former Ireland international who became an acclaimed podcaster
irishtimes.com/sport/rugby/2026/08/01/aidan-mccullen-the-former-ireland-international-who-turns-breakdowns-into-breakthroughs/
Dozens take part in Festival of Inclusivity in Reading: Dozens of children and adults took part in a sports day for disabled people in Reading.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26404913.dozens-take-part-festival-inclusivity-reading/
Urgent Amber heat health alert issued for Berkshire: An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been issued across the South East, including Reading and the wider Berkshire ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26413918.urgent-amber-heat-health-alert-issued-berkshire/
Letter: Europe’s satellites sector needs launch capabilities: From Anatolii Papulov, CEO and co-founder of NewOrbit, Reading, Berkshire, UK
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Paid articlePaywall Mayor joins Reading Men Walking and Talking group for curry: Reading Men Walking and Talking group welcomed the Lord Lieutenant of Berkshire and the Mayor of ...
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Reading domestic abuse warning ahead of World Cup match: Thames Valley Police has issued a warning about domestic abuse, including in Oxfordshire ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26292080.oxfordshire-domestic-abuse-warning-ahead-world-cup-match/
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Reading: Amber alert as new heatwave set to hit Berkshire: A heat-health alert has been upgraded with parts of Reading set to reach 33C this week.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26258339.reading-amber-alert-new-heatwave-set-hit-berkshire/
Football manager seeks players from Reading team for reunion: In December, it will be 40 years since the Reading College football team won the Berkshire Schools ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26275601.football-manager-seeks-players-reading-team-reunion/
Reading, Gun Street - Man arrested after woman hit by bottle: A man has been arrested after a woman was 'struck by a bottle' in Reading town centre ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26273424.reading-gun-street---man-arrested-woman-hit-bottle/
Huge Basildon blaze attended by eight fire engines: A major field fire is being tackled by emergency services in Upper Basildon, near Reading.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26273754.huge-basildon-blaze-attended-eight-appliances-others/
Bracknell and Reading MPs protest as petition gathers 200 signatures: Bracknell and Reading’s MPs have both complained in parliament about the performance of ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26275223.bracknell-reading-mps-protest-petition-gathers-200-signatures/
Oakbank School offers goodies to pupils who didn't watch England play: A secondary school in Reading put incentives in place to discourage pupils from watching ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26254911.oakbank-school-offers-goodies-pupils-didnt-watch-england-play/
Berkshire Motor Show returns to Prospect Park with family fun - pics: Motor enthusiasts and families flocked to Prospect Park in Reading for the annual Berkshire ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26262938.berkshire-motor-show-returns-prospect-park-family-fun---pics/
6 Reading pubs and bars showing England vs Mexico in World Cup: After beating Congo 2-1 in their first knockout game, The Three Lions are gearing up to face ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26252020.6-reading-pubs-bars-showing-england-vs-mexico-world-cup/
Woodley neighbour speaks out about fire in Reading Road: A neighbour has praised firefighters for their quick response after a blaze broke out.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26261042.woodley-neighbour-speaks-fire-reading-road/
Olivia Bailey Reading MP talks about antisocial behaviour: This week, Olivia Bailey, the Member of Parliament for Reading West and Mid Berkshire ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26242683.olivia-bailey-reading-mp-talks-antisocial-behaviour/
Back in the day: We delve into our archives to see what was going on 10 years ago, 25 years ago and 50 years ago this week.
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Reading - Schools closed due to heatwave in Berkshire: Many schools in the Reading area will close early for safety reasons due to the incoming heatwave.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26219320.reading---schools-closed-due-heatwave-berkshire/
Rare red heat alert to be in place across Berkshire from today: A rare red weather warning for extreme heat will come into force across parts of Berkshire today ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26222959.rare-red-heat-alert-place-across-berkshire-today/
Firefighters called to high-rise building in Reading: A fire broke out in a high-rise building.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26225884.firefighters-called-high-rise-building-reading/
Urgent missing person appeal: Police are urgently appealing for help in locating a missing woman from Newbury.
newburytoday.co.uk/news/urgent-missing-person-appeal-9471223/
New UK-wide indie book festival heading to Leeds for National Year of Reading: The Literary Escape Festival will visit 14 UK cities on its 2026 tour ...
yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/whats-on/literary-escape-festival-leeds-indie-authors-national-year-reading-8753144
Berkshire and Bucks- Met Office red warning issued: A red weather alert has been issued for Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26215899.berkshire-bucks--met-office-red-warning-issued/
Reading football fans celebrate England's first World Cup Match: A Reading pub was packed with excited football fans for England's first World Cup match in ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/sport/26204795.reading-football-fans-celebrate-englands-first-world-cup-match/
Update on Reading and Oxford mega-council region plan: Politicians from Oxfordshire have dramatically halted plans for a powerful new Thames Valley-wide ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26204822.update-bracknell-wokingham-mega-council-region-plan/
Five footballers born in Romford who played for England: Here are five footballers who were born in Romford to play competitively for England ...
romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/26210586.five-footballers-born-romford-played-england/
Thousands of speeding drivers caught in Berkshire towns: More than 8,000 speeding offences have been recorded across three Berkshire boroughs in just three ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26187590.thousands-speeding-drivers-caught-berkshire-towns/
England’s first goal of the 2026 World Cup captured at Oakford Social Club in Reading. The first of many (we hope!) #Rdg uk #readinguk #worldcup #england
Reading MP slams 'disappointing' response on crossing safety: Reading MP has hit out over West Berkshire Council’s response to residents’ concerns about the ...
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26200565.reading-mp-slams-disappointing-response-crossing-safety/
Berkshire chef preparing to compete for national glory: A Reading chef is preparing to compete for national glory.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26162591.berkshire-chef-preparing-compete-national-glory/
Reading and West Berkshire food hygiene across the region: Scores are in, and restaurants across the region have been awarded top marks for food hygiene.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26185888.reading-west-berkshire-food-hygiene-across-region/
Award-winning night for Maidenhead United and Windsor & Eton at Berkshire Football Awards
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Ham & High Jun 05
The Mother Red Cap in Archway reopens under new management: The Mother Red Cap on Holloway Road has reopened today after a two year closure and will remain an ...
hamhigh.co.uk/news/26170431.mother-red-cap-archway-reopens-new-management/
Aylesbury, Hartwell House Hotel chef to compete for national glory: A Reading chef is preparing to compete for national glory.
bucksfreepress.co.uk/news/26162630.berkshire-chef-preparing-compete-national-glory/
