Berkshire News
Thames swimming race cancelled over sewage fears
Thu, 02 May 2024 05:21:28 GMT
Organisers say they are "unable to find any satisfactory way" that using the river would be safe.
In pictures: Dramatic lightning strikes captured over south's skies
Thu, 02 May 2024 08:36:47 GMT
Bolts of lightning lit up skies as thunderstorms rumbled across the south.
Berkshire heads to the polls as stations open
Thu, 02 May 2024 06:01:09 GMT
Polling stations across the county opened at 07:00 BST and will close at 22:00.
Berkshire Big Picture: Thursday's image of the county
Thu, 02 May 2024 05:06:37 GMT
Showcasing the best images sent to us from around Berkshire.
Horse dies in suspected arson attack on barn
Wed, 01 May 2024 14:53:50 GMT
Police say the fire started in the early hours of the morning near a caravan park in Datchet.
Council could wind up housing company
Wed, 01 May 2024 10:41:32 GMT
The authority faces closing Homes for Reading, which it first set up in 2016.
Fatal coach crash raises driver health concerns
Wed, 01 May 2024 05:30:37 GMT
A passenger took the wheel of the coach carrying students after the driver suffered a heart attack.
Train station underpass to close for refurbishment
Wed, 01 May 2024 05:29:10 GMT
The refurbishment of the underpass below Reading Station is set to cost £400,000.
Sensodyne maker set to cut 435 jobs
Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:31:25 GMT
The firm says staff were told about the potential job losses and site's closure on Monday.
Council leader quits to run as MP
Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:20:40 GMT
Lib Dem Lee Dillon took a sabbatical from leading the authority in January - but has now fully quit.
Prisoners tell children 'think before you act'
Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:08:33 GMT
A project designed to deter children from being exploited by drug gangs is aiming to expand.
Rogue trader to pay £4k after failings
Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:21:22 GMT
Mark Bell, 41, was convicted of three offences at Reading Magistrates' Court earlier this month.
Charity workers say park killer warnings ignored
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:01:39 GMT
Charity workers say they raised "repeated" concerns about Forbury Gardens killer Khairi Saadallah.
Force claims progress on knife and sexual violence
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:30:02 GMT
A chief constable reports a fall in knife crime and more sexual offence charges in his first year.
What are Thursday's elections and how can I vote?
Thu, 02 May 2024 07:24:07 GMT
Voters in parts of England will elect councillors, mayors and police commissioners on 2 May.
Resurgent Royals end Seasiders' play-off dreams
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 13:46:43 GMT
Reading end Blackpool's League One play-off hopes with an impressive performance to end their tough season on a high.
Selles a 'better coach' because of Reading's problems
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:39:19 GMT
Reading boss Ruben Selles believes the turmoil the club has been through has made him a "better coach".
Humphries ends losing streak against Littler
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 22:13:07 GMT
Luke Humphries earns his first win over Luke Littler since the World Championship final at the PDC European Darts Grand Prix in Sindelfingen, Germany.
Burton Albion 3-2 Reading
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:32:32 GMT
Burton grab what could be a crucial three points in their fight against relegation in League One with a 3-2 win over Reading.
Chesterfield 3-2 Maidenhead United
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 14:03:58 GMT
Chesterfield end their time in the National League with a victory over Maidenhead in front of a sell-out crowd of 10,108.
Signing off with a win
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 20:09:00 GMT
Reading finish with a win against Blackpool.
Resurgent Royals end Seasiders' play-off dreams
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 13:46:43 GMT
Reading end Blackpool's League One play-off hopes with an impressive performance to end their tough season on a high.
Selles a 'better coach' because of Reading's problems
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 12:39:19 GMT
Reading boss Ruben Selles believes the turmoil the club has been through has made him a "better coach".
The Reading FC Podcast
Sat, 27 Apr 2024 20:09:00 GMT
Reading finish with a win against Blackpool.
'If losing doesn't hurt, you shouldn't be involved'
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 18:00:00 GMT
A look back to the final away day of the season which ended in a 3-2 defeat to Burton.
Burton Albion 3-2 Reading
Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:32:32 GMT
Burton grab what could be a crucial three points in their fight against relegation in League One with a 3-2 win over Reading.
Why not aim for the top six next season?
Sat, 13 Apr 2024 17:31:00 GMT
Tim, Ady and Mick share the joy as Reading are now safe from relegation.
Barnsley 2-2 Reading
Sat, 13 Apr 2024 16:53:42 GMT
Barnsley have to come from behind twice to draw 2-2 draw with Reading.
The 'remarkable' rise of Ruben Selles
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 08:58:26 GMT
BBC Radio Berkshire's Reading commentator Tim Dellor heaps praise on manager Ruben Selles
Young fans inspired by star striker on club course
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 05:17:18 GMT
Reading FC top scorer Harvey Knibbs meets underprivileged children at a holiday activity session.
Reading 1-1 Lincoln City
Sat, 06 Apr 2024 16:59:24 GMT
Play-off chasing Lincoln extend their unbeaten League One run to 16 matches but have to settle for a draw at lowly Reading.
What are Thursday's elections and how can I vote?
Thu, 02 May 2024 07:24:07 GMT
Voters in parts of England will elect councillors, mayors and police commissioners in May.
Size of dinosaur not determined by climate - study
Sat, 06 Apr 2024 06:12:28 GMT
A new study shows the size of a dinosaur did not depend on where they live.
Watch: Cirque star flips into the record books
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:50:27 GMT
Video captures former British gymnast Lucie Colebeck set a handspring world record in a break from performing with Cirque du Soleil.
Take a trip around a rare royal doll house
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:17:39 GMT
A collection of tiny treasures from Queen Mary's Dolls' House has been put on show to mark the 100th anniversary of its creation.
Drone video of Thames Valley floods in 43 seconds
Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:32:46 GMT
Aerial footage over the Thames Valley shows flooding remains, a week after heavy rain hit.
Slough Town FC supports mascot with autism
Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:15:07 GMT
The clubs captain Josh Jackman wore ear defenders in solidarity with young fan Roseanne.