WE have rounded up some of Reading's most shocking, exciting and important stories from the past week.

Here are a few of the most significant stories readers should be aware of:

1. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Reading

Reading Chronicle:

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited the Royal Berkshire Hospital this week as part of their Royal Train Tour.

Whilst there the Royals spoke with several staff members and gave their thanks to those who have been working tirelessly throughout the pandemic to keep our town and population safe.

Read more here.

2. Snow falls in Reading

Reading Chronicle:

Reading has its first glimpse of snow this week.

Pictures of snowflakes were captured on camera by Paul King.

To see more pictures click here.

3. Newbury: Chemical attack sees courier suffer burns to his eyes

Reading Chronicle:

A postal courier had to receive treatment in hospital after chemicals were thrown at his face by a driver.

Thames Valley Police is appealing for anybody who may have seen the attack in Collins Close and Walton Way, Newbury.

To find out more about the attack, click here.

4. Reading food waste bins coming in February following trial ‘success’

Reading Chronicle:

Food waste bins and caddies will be delivered to 67,000 homes from January 4 to February 1, 2021, with the new food waste service starting on February 1.

Properties will receive their food waste collections on the same day as either their waste or recycling collections, but most properties will see a change in collection day next year.

Read more about the changes.

5. Tilehurst restaurant Zyka given special recognition for work during pandemic

Reading Chronicle:

Popular Indian restaurant Zyka in Tilehurst has been making food deliveries to vulnerable people and offering discounts to NHS staff and care workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The restaurant has been honoured with special recognition by leading national Curry trade magazine Curry Life.

Click here to read more about their achievements.