With Mothering Sunday just days away, many shoppers will be flocking to florists to purchase flowers as a token of their appreciation.

A CYCLIST was the victim of a late-night robbery in Reading and police are appealing for witnesses.

IT TAKES Berkshire's fire crews an average of 8 minutes and 40 seconds to respond according to research ? one of the fastest response in the country

AS THE Chancellor prepares the finishing touches for his budget, a Thames Valley-based financial adviser says businesses want a focus on training

A HOMELESS man who went on a shoplifting spree in Tilehurst on a 'near daily basis' has been jailed.

A SWINDON fan who went on to the pitch during the club's game against Reading has been banned from going to matches for three years

A MAN in his 40s has been missing for nearly a week, and Thames Valley Police is appealing for help to try and find him.

A SHINFIELD man is the second person to be charged with the alleged murder of a cyclist in Reading last month.

A VETERINARY clinic in Woodley opened its doors on Saturday to allow the community to help celebrate its first birthday.

DJs rocked Reading over the weekend, as a town centre venue launched celebrations for the second birthday of a community radio station