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Capturing the beauty of Reading West 🌅🌙✨
25/01/2025

Capturing the beauty of Reading West 🌅🌙✨

These photos from Reading West offer a stunning journey through the changing light of a day’s end and a glimpse into the magic of the night sky

25/01/2025

This should be great 🎵

A band is set to perform in Reading

This is going to be amazing 😋
25/01/2025

This is going to be amazing 😋

Multi-award-winning chef and TV presenter Rick Stein is coming to Reading as part of his UK tour

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25/01/2025

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Reading Pride has announced the date for its 2025 Parade and Festival.

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25/01/2025

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Specsavers stores in Reading and Woodley have donated £1,151 to Launchpad, a charity supporting the homeless

Did you know this already?
25/01/2025

Did you know this already?

Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Visitors should be aware of some access restrictions 👉
25/01/2025

Visitors should be aware of some access restrictions 👉

A new visitor centre and cafe in Black Park Country Park, Slough is expected to cause some disruptions to park-goers during construction.

The change has generated thousands of pounds in income for the council
25/01/2025

The change has generated thousands of pounds in income for the council

Car parks in Tilehurst have seen a big jump in income after free short-stay parking on weekdays were axed last year.

😥Is this something you've experienced?
25/01/2025

😥Is this something you've experienced?

Leader of Wokingham Borough Council Stephen Conway has renewed his commitment for CCTV in Woodley amid concerns of anti-social behaviour.

The latest update ⬇️
25/01/2025

The latest update ⬇️

The suspension of Thames Valley Police’s chief constable is ‘disturbing’ for the force, its police and crime commissioner Matthew Barber has…

We could all do with an extra dose of sunshine right now 🌞
25/01/2025

We could all do with an extra dose of sunshine right now 🌞

Find out how much vitamin D you need and the products available via Pharmacy2U to help get your daily dose.

Have a peak inside! 👉
25/01/2025

Have a peak inside! 👉

This stylish and modern property in Emmets park, Binfield offers luxury living and family comfort in one, for £750,000.

We made it! The longest month of the year is nearly over 🙌
25/01/2025

We made it! The longest month of the year is nearly over 🙌

The building which is passed by thousands of people each day is being transformed
25/01/2025

The building which is passed by thousands of people each day is being transformed

Progress is being made to bring a long-closed pub and shops in a historic building in Reading town centre back into use.

They were filming a game show inspired by Squid Game 😯
25/01/2025

They were filming a game show inspired by Squid Game 😯

THREE contestants on ITV's new Squid Game-inspired show were hospitalised during filming in Reading after a challenge caused medical issues.

Supporters of Defend Our Juries are set to protest in Reading
25/01/2025

Supporters of Defend Our Juries are set to protest in Reading

Local supporters of the Defend Our Juries campaign will be publicising the mass appeal of 16 political prisoners

24/01/2025

I wish Reading had a….

Is your bin collection day changing? Find out here
24/01/2025

Is your bin collection day changing? Find out here

A majority of neighbours are due to see changes to their bin collection days in Reading as working routes will be adjusted.

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Traffic on A33 due to farmer protest
Traffic on A33 due to farmer protest

Traffic queues on A33 in Reading as tractors block road⚠️

We've had some unconfirmed reports of an unusual sighting in the skies this Christmas Eve. If there's any children in your house, perhaps they can help us work out what it could be? Do you think it could be....🎅?

Give what you can
Give what you can

⚠️Thousands of children will have serious questions this Christmas: 🥺About abuse 😢About neglect 💔About isolation ☎️ Help Childline answer more calls and be ready: https://trib.al/x8qJb7U @[NSPCC]

Calling all budding journalists! Registrations are open for our Young Reporter Short Course ✅ Runs for four months between January and April ✅ Students write one article per month within deadlines ✅ Letter of Recognition for those who complete the course Registration deadline is Friday 17 January, 2025. Want to know more? Get in touch 📧 [email protected] 📞 020 8722 6378 💻 www.youngreporter.co.uk

Merry Christmas from Leighton Park
Merry Christmas from Leighton Park

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas from all at Leighton Park School.

Support Childline today
Support Childline today

Last Christmas, 5,499 children contacted Childline. Help @[NSPCC] be ready this year - give £20 which could help answer five calls: https://trib.al/QolZvY1

Reading high-rise fire rescue
Reading high-rise fire rescue

🔥One year ago today, a huge fire tore through the top of a high-rise construction site in the centre of Reading. 🚒 We have an exclusive update from the teams conducting an investigation - revealing when they expect to conclude their work and why it has taken so long. See the full story 👇 https://trib.al/TFSMKjy And earlier this year, we caught up with the crane driver who conducted a heroic rescue during the fire - as he revealed community awards and accolades since the fire have helped him face a painful cancer diagnosis. See the full story 👇 https://trib.al/xhWK6H5

Reading has turned on its brand new Christmas lights – and they are already getting rave reviews. What do you think of the new lights? ✨

Make Your Christmas Special with Authentic Flavours! Looking for a warm, inviting spot to celebrate the festive season? Join us at The Biryani Lounge in Reading, where traditional Indian cuisine meets holiday cheer. Savour freshly prepared biryanis and classic dishes, perfect for sharing with family, friends, or colleagues. Why Choose The Biryani Lounge? Authentic Indian dishes crafted with care Welcoming atmosphere, ideal for Christmas gatherings. Book your table today at the website. Make this Christmas unforgettable with us! The Biryani Lounge

A military convoy believed to be linked to a nuclear warhead site has been spotted moving down a residential road in Reading.

What's your view on the speed bumps at Reading retail park?

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About Reading Chronicle

The Reading Chronicle has dedicated almost 200 years to serving the local community and bringing you the latest news from across the town.

The newspaper was launched in 1825 as the Berkshire Chronicle before evolving to the weekly Chronicle as we know it today.

In recent years, the Chronicle’s operation has moved even closer into the beating heart of the town with its current office based in Bridge Street, central Reading. For many years previous, operations were based off Portman Road.

Our dedicated team of reporters work tirelessly to bring all the latest news, travel, sport and features from across areas including Reading, Woodley, Earley, and West Berkshire.