The first on-field protest by Royals fans made the cover of our October 5 issue. They dressed in black for their game against Burton Albion and tossed tennis balls on the pitch in the 16th minute.
The minute was chosen to represent the number of points removed from Reading since Dai Yongge assumed control.
Since then, the activity has continued at games, including a televised FA Cup match versus Eastleigh.
Reading Borough Council declared the Select Car Leasing Stadium a community asset to help protect the club. Certain conditions will be activated if the team is sold to ensure that the stadium remains a football facility.
Shinfield Studios, Berkshire’s Hollywood, opens its doors for a press preview event.
Screen Berkshire strives to develop talent and remove some of the hurdles that prevent people from entering the industry.
Gareth Ellis-Unwin displayed his BAFTA for producing The King’s Speech during the launch event.
We disclosed that Oxfam had no plans to relaunch its used bookshop on Reading’s High Street. The store was scheduled to return in the spring after being closed for refurbishment, but the charity claimed that was not possible and that it was now seeking for a new location.
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Reading Bridge turned 100 years old, and the mayor of Reading, Cllr Tony Page, was taken across it in several vintage vehicles to commemorate the occasion.
In our October 12 edition, we showcased the remarkable photography of Leslee Barron, a talented artist from Reading. Her 2024 calendar featured captivating images of the town, including spectacular fireworks over Newtown and the enchanting lights reflecting on a rain-soaked Broad Street.
The impactful work of Reading’s Street Pastors received a boost with the establishment of a new safe space in the town center. Cllr Page inaugurated the site at St Mary’s Church House, providing essential first aid support and accommodating Street Pastors. This initiative aimed to alleviate the strain on the Royal Berkshire Hospital’s emergency department.
The ongoing work on the Newtown towpath presented challenges for The Fisherman’s Cottage, a pub along the Kennet Side. The pub reported days with no customers and financial struggles due to the towpath stabilization project, involving the installation of new fencing and retaining wall improvements.
Reading witnessed a concerning 42% surge in the number of individuals at risk of homelessness. Escalating rents and mortgages posed significant challenges for many residents.
Emmer Green author Rebecca Netley celebrated the release of her latest book, “The Black Feathers,” and received exciting news that her previous work, “The Whistling,” was slated for adaptation by The Mill at Sonning.
Following another incident on Kings Road, the Green Party urged the council to explore measures to enhance safety. With two fatalities and 11 serious incidents on this major road out of east Reading in recent years, addressing safety concerns became a priority.
Manchester United icon Willie Morgan visited Reading, choosing the Hilton Hotel as his stay before receiving an MBE at Windsor Castle.
Reading’s Mayor, Cllr Tony Page, joined The Castle Tap to applaud a project aiding individuals with additional needs in gaining brewery work experience. A toast was raised to the Count Me In collective, which organized a fundraiser at the Castle Street pub.
Carey Baptist Church unveiled plans for a new congregation, expanding its presence from west Reading to Woodley to accommodate growing demand.
Paloma Faith revealed that The Hexagon would host the kickoff of her upcoming UK tour.
Renowned travel writer Russell Maddocks and his son Francisco embarked on a journey to San Francisco Libre in Nicaragua, Reading’s twin town. Their adventures included meeting locals, documenting their experiences through photos, climbing a volcano, touring coffee plantations, and exploring a chocolate museum.
Lib Dem leader Ed Davey, alongside Wokingham parliamentary candidate Clive Jones, visited the Royal Berkshire Hospital. During the visit, Davey reaffirmed the party’s commitment to ensuring cancer patients have a legal right to commence treatment within 62 days.
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