We live in a dangerous world. With the increased threat from the east and the pugilistic Vladimir Putin, our sensationalist media have been publishing maps …
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Two reviews for the price of one this month as we review songstress Judie Tzuke live at the rural pub So, our last review was …
Read More: Eating Out - The Crooked Billet At Stoke RowWe all like to blame the council don't we ? Potholes, rent, over-development, traffic, Travellers, empty shops. The gripes and groans across 'social media' seem …
Read More: What Does Your Councillor Actually Do ?The Local Elections are upon us. Can you make a difference ? Why should you vote ? Who should you vote for ? And what …
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The musician Mike Oldfield was born in the Battle Hospital on May 15, 1953 and attended several local schools including St. Joseph's School, Highlands Junior …
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The good news is Reading is now considered one of the twenty most populated areas of England. Or, if you look at it another way, …
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Every major town and city has a drag where the businesses that do not and cannot make the astronomical rents in the centre of town …
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Is there any point in voting for local representation when we have King Mike ruling the roost ? Is Reading being run by proxy by …
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The underlying population of Reading is actually falling As more and more tower appartments go up, did you know that the underlying population of Reading …
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St Laurence's was one of the three original parish churches in Reading, along with St Mary's and St Giles'. When built, it was located between …
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This sculpture of a robed figure can be found in the old abbey cloister beside the Abbey ruins. Many believe that it represented the monks …
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Amongst the many major developments in central Reading is the long standing scheme to redevelop what is called 'the Bristol and West building'. Many of …
Read More: The Day Reading Was BombedHow the new boundaries would have voted in 2018 (source: The Guardian )
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New Boundaries How The Political Map Of Reading Is Changing With a General Election looming, there have been significant changes to the political map in …
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Jobs For The Boys How Our Local MPs Make Money From Side Gigs Can you imagine having a demanding job representing up to 100,000 people, …
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Before putting word to papers - or bits to bytes, it has to be conceded that this month's review is incomplete. Because, when you claim …
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Is It Time Called For The Pubs Of East Reading ? News reaches inReading that The Narrowboat (formerly Bel and the Dragon) is to shut …
Read More: Updated - Special FeatureIndependent companies in Reading are having a tough time and need your support. In this occassional column we will highlight the businesses we have lost …
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How Low Can Reading FC Go ? So what will the 2024-25 season hold for the long suffering fans of Reading FC ? Will it …
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Well this is quite embarrassing. I have eaten felafel in Cairo, jolof rice in Lagos, dhosa in Madras, but I have never eaten Korean, ever, …
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