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CCTV: Women sought in connection with theft of cash from elderly victim

Church demolition decision delayed after heritage concerns

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Education stalwart receives MBE and meets Prince William

CONVICTED: Two men found guilty of imprisoning woman in restaurant

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IN MY VIEW: Matt Rodda MP's concern over 'flawed' Brexit negotiations

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NOSTALGIA: Go back in time with Berkshire Bygones

Oar-some! Charity row-a-thon will help support disadvantaged children

VIDEO & PICTURES: Family's spectacular Christmas display will help two good causes

PICTURES: Charity raises huge sum at Christmas fair

IN THE DOCK: See who has been before the courts in our round-up

Brave schoolboy who battled brain tumour receives award

Lawn tennis club searches for memories to help celebrate 100th anniversary

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Rivermead's demountable pool to close for maintenance

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Students take part in heated debate on climate change

READING FC: Paul Clement axed as Royals boss - Scott Marshall and Nigel Gibbs take charge of first-team affairs

Social housing rates up 14 per cent for new builds

Victorian houses saved from 'brutal' development

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Church plans called in to secretary of state as council ignores risk of death warnings

String of failings at care home raise concerns with watchdog

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Tributes paid to legend who transformed football and business in Reading

Man dies after incident in town centre

TOYS & TEENS: Charity says thank you to generous residents

APPEAL: Masked men wielding baseball bats chased away after terrifying children

RECKLESS: Drug dealer who crashed into parked car set to be sentenced

East Reading pizza takeaway has licence suspended after illegal workers found

Final MRT plea from Reading's deputy council leader ahead of Wokingham vote

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Christmas lights in the shape of a penis horrify neighbours

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APPEAL: Police hunt for gang which caused significant injuries to victim

JAILED: Teenager abandoned rucksack with cash and drugs

MP supports bid to improve access at Tilehurst Station

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Bath road partially closed after crash

Flagship housing project moves forward following handover of first properties

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Crime prevention advice issued to residents in the run up to Christmas

Man denies attempted murder charge at crown court

HEARTLESS: Charity shop bosses devastated after being hit by thieves

"Cold-hearted": Preschool manager pleads with council to reinstate funding after inadequate Ofsted rating

New provider takes over Children's Services in Reading

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Russian TV crew sparks concern after being spotted near Berkshire military base

PICTURES: Crowds enjoy Woodley Christmas Extravaganza

CHARGED: Man to appear before magistrates in connection with drug and driving offences

'It's not worth the risk': Police launch campaign against drink and drug-driving

WIN: VIP stay at Hilton Hotel for entering Reading Half Marathon

NOSTALGIA: Go back in time with Berkshire Bygones

IN MY VIEW: Alok Sharma welcomes transport updates

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Woman dies after crashing into railings

Three injured after multi-vehicle crash on motorway

Final countdown for this year's Reading Santa Dash

Abbey Quarter project recognised with prestigious prize

IN THE DOCK: See who has been before the courts this week

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FINED: Woman who wrongly used mother's blue badge is prosecuted

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Thames Valley Police launch Pubwatch scheme to crack down on alcohol-related crimes

TOYS & TEENS: Final call for donations to help disadvantaged children

Previously approved church to be rejected due to risk of death

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'STOP THESE VANDALS': Council leader bemoans attack on popular park

Leisure centre redevelopment gathers momentum with handover ceremony

Strictly come 'dishonest': Campaigners hold council meeting protest

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New technology fitted to fire engines across Berkshire

Residents invited to see outcome of study into flood prevention in Reading

Firehouse with modern facilities opens after huge investment

Investigation launched after flat fire on Oxford Road

JAILED: Police find cocaine and cannabis during search of property

JAILED: Dealer, 61, caught with cocaine and heroin will serve three years

Duo charged after items stolen from cars at service station

Couple tie the knot in final wedding ceremony at historic venue

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Memorial garden in memory of TV presenter's wife is opened at school

Agency staff numbers criticised as council promises 'winter cheer'

JAILED: Four men sentenced to more than 35 years after police find cocaine worth £1m

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'HEARTBREAKING': Tiny puppies were 'left for dead' in freezing temperatures

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Scout group turns to public for help after being hit by thieves and vandals

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Shopping centre owners plan housing and hotel expansion

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Curry house owner apologises after licences lost for illegal workers

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PICTURES: Woodley Christmas lights switch-on attracts big crowd

Sport

Reading FC: Luis Castro to make announcement about his future following strong Royals links

In the Middle with Dick Sawdon-Smith

Around the Riverbanks: Fishing column with Alan Hughes

Reading FC: Scott Marshall reflects on chances of becoming permanent manager in wake of 2-0 loss to Sheffield United

Reading FC 0-2 Sheffield United: Billy Sharp strike and Sam Baldock own goal condemn Royals to 11th defeat of the season

READING FC LIVE: Royals take on Sheffield United at Madejski Stadium

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Reading FC: Royals to tempt Luis Castro to Madejski Stadium with bumper salary package and transfer kitty

On the Wrightside

Cross-country: Reading Under 17 women triumph at Popham

London Irish head coach Les Kiss wants fast start against Hartpury

READING FC: Sporting director Gianluca Nani leaves after three months

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Talking Rugby with Andy Clark

Reading & District Table Tennis League: Andy Wang helps Sonning Common & Peppard past Kingfisher

Reading & District Sunday League: Dan Donegan penalty helps Emmer Green past Tilehurst Club

Golf: All the latest from Theale and West Berks

Reading Abbey crash to Bicester defeat

Paul Clement sacking: 'We didn't see it coming' reveal the Reading FC players

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OPINION: Sacking Paul Clement now gives Reading FC the best chance of survival and future success

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READING FC: Paul Clement axed as Royals boss - Scott Marshall and Nigel Gibbs take charge of first-team affairs

Reading Rockets overcome Barking Abbey Crusaders

Rams secure brilliant Redruth win

COMPETITION: Win tickets for the Unibet Christmas Hurdle at Kempton Park on Boxing Day

Football: Thames Valley Church League and women's round-up

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National sport

Kyle Walker-Peters signs new Tottenham deal until 2023

PFA stands up for Raheem Sterling and calls for media to be held to account

Dina Asher-Smith to double up at next year’s World Championships

5 talking points as clubs complete Champions League group campaign

Ashley young at heart and eager to extend United stay

Ronaldo would like to see Messi take up Serie A ‘challenge’

Barnes not surprised by Sterling incident

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Your Area

Councillors disagree over reason for reversal of winter cuts

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Final phase of cycle route given go ahead

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Potential upgrades at popular park criticised for ignoring environmental concerns

Council exceeds carbon footprint reduction target three years early

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Council U-turn over plans to build on green space in west Reading

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Crime

Lead councillor rejects ‘worst’ town claim

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“We cannot keep our communities safe on the cheap”: Councillors criticise government on illegal encampments

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APPEAL: Thames Valley Police urge witnesses to come forward following knife attack on man at Cumberland Road

APPEAL: Thames Valley Police hunt for man who stole charity box from Tilehurst angling shop

CONVICTED: Former police worker to be sentenced for possessing images of children

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Reading FC

Reading FC: Nigel Howe reappointed as Royals chief executive in wake of Ron Gourlay departure

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Reading FC: Marc McNulty's joy at opening Royals account after 'letting the team down' against Leeds United

Reading FC: Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho suggests Royals are on a par with most Premier League clubs

Reading FC Women: Royals' winning runs comes to an end after narrow defeat to Chelsea Women

Reading FC: Find out how you can win tickets for Royals' home clash against Sheffield United

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National news

May to address MPs as historic Brexit vote is called off

Indian tycoon Vijay Mallya can be extradited over fraud allegations

Donald Trump blames lawyer for hush money payments during campaign

More than 500 house fires during the last festive period

No-deal Brexit could cost almost 750,000 jobs, study suggests

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British economy stutters as manufacturing and car sales weigh on growth

UK donor found for Florida toddler after global hunt for rare blood

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