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<url><loc>https://rdg.today/witness-appeal-michael-mick-donnelly/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T12:11:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/second-photo-of-client22550812.1.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[second photo of client(22550812.1)]]></image:title></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-make-statement-signing-of-captain-from-league-one-club/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T11:37:51+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830459.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830459]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/teen-arrested-on-suspicion-of-attempted-murder-after-reading-knife-incident/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T11:22:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830357.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830357]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/serial-shoplifter-banned-from-tesco-co-op-and-bp-stores-across-berkshire/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T11:22:47+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830348.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830348]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Luke Sampson Picture: Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-appeal-to-trace-owner-of-dog-found-wandering-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T07:01:29+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830366.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830366]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Picture: Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/veteran-efl-boss-emerges-as-contender-for-reading-fc-role/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T21:54:44+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830339-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830339]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-sentenced-over-child-abuse-images-and-shocking-animal-sex-pictures/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T21:34:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830321.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830321]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Magistrates court]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-confirm-departure-of-assistant-manager/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T15:28:18+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1830252.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1830252]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-hosting-guided-walks-for-national-meadows-day-this-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T08:46:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1827013-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1827013]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The University of Reading is marking National meadows Day with a guided walking event at School Green and Shinfield Ridge on Saturday, July 4. ]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/caversham-care-home-hosts-final-leg-of-nationwide-event-celebrating-social-care/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T08:25:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1827004-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1827004]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Signature at Caversham welcomed cyclists and residents as it hosted the final leg of Championing Social Care?s Great British Cycle Relay. Picture: Signature at Caversham]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/twelve-hour-dodecathlon-to-raise-funds-for-berkshire-vision/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T08:13:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826987.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826987]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Trentham Bowls Club and Cotswold Sports Centre are partnering to host a 12-Hour Dodecathlon Fundraiser for the charity next month. Picture: Kevin Taylor]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/dreading-poetry-slam-comes-to-rising-sun-arts-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T09:00:35+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1827031-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1827031]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dreading Poetry Slam returns to the Rising Sun Arts Centre on Sunday, July 5, and again on the first Sunday of each month.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/how-you-can-get-adjustments-to-your-home-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T05:46:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826210.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826210]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The meeting of the Access and Disabilities Working Group at Reading Borough Council on Thursday, June 18. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/teenager-arrested-after-attempted-robbery-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T08:46:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826934.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826934]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following an incident of attempted robbery in Reading, which has seen a 17-year-old boy arrested.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/bluebird-care-expands-its-vehicle-fleet/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T07:01:25+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826690.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826690]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Two new Bluebird Care vehicles will help carers to travel across the borough. Picture: Bluebird Care]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/digital-skills-gap-for-youngsters/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T07:01:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826567.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826567]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Image by Pete Linforth from Pixabay.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/kings-meadow-festival-given-the-go-ahead-for-august/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T08:59:12+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826943-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826943]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A group called the Goan Reading Boys are set to put on their first outdoor festival at Kings Meadow in a few weeks. Picture: Rahul Pandit]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/bus-meeting-over-pink-22-postponed-date-to-be-confirmed/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T08:59:49+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826952.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826952]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A meeting that was organised for residents to raise questions about the upcoming cancellation of a bus service between Reading and Caversham has been postponed. Picture: LDRS]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/govt-coming-after-covid-fraudsters/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-28T04:31:06+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826736.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826736]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Image by Riki32 from Pixabay.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/new-community-garden-to-bring-people-together-in-whitley-wood/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-27T08:59:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826925.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826925]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A new community garden project has opened in Whitley Wood aimed at helping residents take part in healthy activity and learn valuable skills. Picture: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/thames-water-urges-conservative-water-use-amid-heatwave-demands/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-27T08:49:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826916.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Reading Today; 18th March 2023;  Thames Water HQ - Extinction Rebellion protest]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Water has said it is continuing to see exceptionally high demand for water which is putting increased pressure on the local network. Picture: Dijana Capan/DVision Images]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/councillors-endors-possible-speed-reduction-on-dicey-reading-wokingham-road/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-27T13:01:35+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826907.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826907]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The A4 is a major road that runs through the length of the county, with an important junction being Shepherd?s Hill, which is the meeting point of Pitts Lane in Earley and Reading Road in Woodley. Picture: Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/george-hotel-set-to-reopen-to-paying-customers-after-use-to-house-asylum-seekers/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-27T07:59:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826898.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826898]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The George Hotel in King Street is a Grade II listed building dating back to the 15th century, with the current building being from the 17th century. Picture: Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/cat-rescue-in-earley/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-27T05:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826644.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826644]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Pic: An AI-created image depicting a cat in an engine bay.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/dr-bike-touring-reading-to-help-get-cyclists-back-on-two-wheels/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-26T08:43:08+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826889-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826889]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dr Bike is touring around Reading to give people the opportunity to drop by with their cycles for a free check-up close to home.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/celebrated-local-venue-announces-reopening-date-after-licensing-closure/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-26T08:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826880.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826880]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[After it was announced last week that it would be cleared to reopen, Reading Biscuit Factory has announced when its doors will be open once again.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/readings-replica-of-the-bayeaux-tapestry-celebrates-140-years/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-26T08:17:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826871-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[PHOTO BY STEWART TURKINGTON www.stphotos.co.uk]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The only full-scale replica of the Norman Bayeux Tapestry, Britain?s Bayeux Tapestry, celebrates 140 years since its creation this week. Photo by Stewart Turkington]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-launch-pilot-scheme-to-bring-domestic-abuse-specialists-into-contact-centres/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-26T08:07:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826862-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826862]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A new pilot has been launched which sees domestic abuse specialists embedded in police contact centres to help victims of domestic abuse.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-and-crime-commissioner-launches-phone-free-funding-for-schools/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-26T07:56:02+01:00</lastmod></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/raw-sounds-today-edward-naysmith-seenius-old-park-road/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-29T10:39:19+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826212.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826212]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Edward Naysmith Picture: Andrew Merritt]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/cherish-the-magic-of-live-stage-performance/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T13:44:15+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826788-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826788]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Encore will perform at South Street, Reading, on Saturday at 5pm. Picture: Israel Palacio via Unsplash]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/rspca-recommends-temporary-dog-lockdown/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T12:17:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826779.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826779]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[It&#039;s important to keep dogs cool in high temperatures, says the RSPCA. Picture: RSPCA]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/prolific-shoplifter-jailed-for-36-thefts-from-stores-banned-from-shops-across-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T09:33:50+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826753.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826753]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[James Peter Hook, aged 49 and of no fixed address, was sentenced on Wednesday at Reading Magistrates? Court after pleading guilty to 14 shoplifting offences]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/ciphr-shortlisted-for-awards/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T09:45:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826337.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826337]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The team at Ciphr.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/theale-green-school-celebrates-positive-ofsted-report/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T09:44:57+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826705-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826705]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Theale Green School&#039;s curriculum was described by Ofsted inspectors as &#039;ambitious, broad and balanced&#039;. Picture: Theale Green School]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-banned-from-football-games-after-disorder-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-24T09:44:48+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826622.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826622]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Gareth Whitehouse, aged 41, of Lee, Cardiff, appeared at Slough Magistrates? Court on Tuesday, June16, where he pleaded guilty to using threatening or abusive words or behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/be-safe-in-the-sun/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-23T08:01:34+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826457-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826457]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dr Lynn Thomas, medical director of St John Ambulance gives advice on keeping safe in hot weather. Picture: St John Ambulance]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/annual-crime-report-shows-drops-in-neighbourhood-crime-shoplifting-and-knife-crime/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-23T07:31:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826293-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826293]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Neighbourhood crime, knife crime, shoplifting, and rural crime have all dropped, the latest figures from the PCC&#039;s annual report show.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/swr-issues-only-travel-if-essential-warning-for-commuters/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-23T07:20:20+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826487-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826487]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Met Office?s Red Extreme Heat Warning means an amended timetable will be in place..]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/controlling-violent-and-deeply-dangerous-man-jailed-for-domestic-abuse-offences-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-30T13:46:44+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/20260622-briansharp.png</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[20260622-briansharp]]></image:title></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-step-up-patrols-in-coley-following-reports-of-drug-activity-and-anti-social-behaviour/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T07:31:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825724.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825724]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/american-musicians-will-join-woodley-concert-band-event/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T07:01:23+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824635.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824635]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[West Virginia University players join WCB in concert. Picture: WCB]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/decision-made-on-whether-cinema-can-stay-open-after-it-was-caught-operating-illegally/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T06:31:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825669.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825669]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Biscuit Factory at Broad Street Mall in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/highly-rated-reading-pizza-takeaway-reopened-under-new-ownership/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T06:01:16+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826183.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826183]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Doughza, previously known as Dough Bros in Northumberland Avenue, Whitley. This mural was created under the old ownership, and has been retained. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/golfing-in-berkshire/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T06:00:37+01:00</lastmod></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/construction-underway-to-create-more-beds-for-elderly-people-at-reading-care-home/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T05:31:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826201.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826201]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[One of the entrances to the Northcourt Lodge care home in Reading was blocked off during construction work. Credit: SVH]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/how-can-they-not-fix-this-passengers-grill-reading-council-over-bus-cuts/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T08:01:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825633.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825633]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Number 22 Reading Buses service between Reading town centre and Caversham Heights, which is due to end on Monday, July 20. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/john-lewis-in-reading-to-undergo-major-refurbishment/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T07:46:14+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826230.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826230]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[John Lewis in Reading]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-is-building-hundreds-of-council-homes-so-why-are-numbers-still-falling/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T07:46:07+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825642.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825642]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[New council homes are being built at Hexham Road, Dwyer Road and Amethyst Lane in Reading. (Image: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service)]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-braced-for-bids-as-championship-clubs-step-up-interest-in-charlie-savage/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T07:53:42+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826266.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826266]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC midfielder Charlie Savage Picture: Luke Adams]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/new-8-million-reading-library-officially-opened-at-council-offices/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T07:16:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825660.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825660]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Councillor Paul Gittings (Labour, Coley), the Mayor of Reading, speaks at the official opening of the new central library. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/could-your-bus-disappear-earley-route-under-threat-in-council-review-2/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T07:02:43+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825597.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825597]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thw service is operated by Reading Buses.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/what-have-we-actually-achieved-berkshire-leaders-question-joint-council-board/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T06:01:25+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825624.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825624]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Councillor Jeff Brooks, leader of West Berkshire Council and Councillor Simon Werner, leader of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. (Image: RBWM / YouTube)]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-miss-out-on-defender-as-league-one-side-swoops-to-sign-ex-transfer-target/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T09:54:50+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826284.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826284]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/carnival-chaos-in-woodley-organisers-appalled-after-disorder-overshadows-family-event/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T08:56:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826221.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826221]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-regatta-race-could-have-been-stopped-before-two-cygnets-were-killed/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T08:51:01+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826275.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826275]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Picture: Wikimedia Commons]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/social-media-is-toxic-for-children-father-of-murdered-reading-teen-backs-social-media-ban-for-under-16s/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T08:16:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1826248.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1826248]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Stuart Stephens, the father of murdered Reading teen Olly, with Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central in Parliament. Credit: Office of Matt Rodda MP]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-called-to-tilehurst-school-over-suspicious-incident/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-21T13:07:56+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Img1546218-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1546218]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Little Heath School is celebrating an &#039;exceptional&#039; set of GCSE results, with Year 11 students achieving the school?s best outcomes in several years.. Picture: Jake Clothier]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/600-new-flats-but-just-four-parking-spaces-in-major-reading-development/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T08:01:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825595.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825595]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[600 new flats ? but just four parking spaces in major Reading development]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/election-row-reignites-as-labour-and-greens-both-claim-victory/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T07:31:34+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825651.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825651]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dave McElroy, a Reading Green Party spokesperson and councillor for Redlands with newly elected councillor Richard Walkem (Green, Coley). Credit: Reading Green Party]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-owner-unveils-major-stadium-upgrades-as-club-targets-championship-return/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T08:35:41+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824747-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824747]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Rob Couhig Picture: Luke Adams]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-council-under-pressure-to-ban-weedkiller-from-streets-and-parks/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T06:31:07+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825586.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825586]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Councillor James Moore (Liberal Democrats, Tilehurst). Credit: Reading Liberal Democrats]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/could-your-bus-disappear-earley-route-under-threat-in-council-review/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T06:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1822297.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1822297]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[bus]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/raw-sounds-today-sparks-blu-peter-jervaulx-singers/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-22T18:03:49+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825671-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825671]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Sparks Picture: Andrew Merritt]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/theyve-done-it-again-fury-as-newly-planted-trees-cut-down-in-reading-park/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T06:01:08+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825577.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825577]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Photos purportedly showing tree saplings that have been cut down in Palmer Park, East Reading. Credit: John Sharpe]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/rams-rfc-young-guns-commit-future-to-club-ahead-of-new-season/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-20T05:01:40+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824781-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824781]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Rams RFC Pictures: Paul Clark]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-biscuit-factory-to-reopen-imminently-after-licensing-lapse-caused-closure/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-19T15:41:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825950.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825950]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Kream Cabaret will see Vanilla Fuzion undertake their first show in Reading as host when it comes to the Biscuit Factory on Friday, March 6.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-appeal-after-woman-allegedly-assaulted-in-reading-shopping-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-19T11:30:47+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825715.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825715]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police want help to idetify this man]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/first-look-inside-new-reading-library-after-8-million-project/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-19T08:16:20+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825559.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825559]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Library]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/need-your-bike-fixed-earleys-new-workshop-could-be-the-answer/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-19T07:01:26+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821371.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821371]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Spokes ETC will keep families, leisure riders and commuters on their bikes. Picture: Earley Town Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/we-didnt-do-a-good-enough-job-couhig-reflects-on-reading-fcs-end-of-season-failure/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-19T11:32:58+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824729-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824729]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC owner Rob Couhig]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/what-happened-at-woodley-carnival-police-appeal-for-witnesses-after-evening-incident/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-18T18:07:36+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1825299.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1825299]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police are appealing for information after an incident occured at Woodley Carnival]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-bus-gets-new-livery-to-celebrate-central-library-opening/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-18T07:01:59+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1822313-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1822313]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[One of Reading&#039;s buses has been given a new splash of paint to mark the opening of the town&#039;s new Central Library this week. Picture: Reading Buses]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/back-on-the-banks-waterfest-returns-next-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-18T07:01:18+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821731-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821731]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Picture: Jake Clothier]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/we-will-make-several-additions-reading-fc-owner-promises-summer-signings-but-warns-of-spending-limits/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T16:42:17+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824738.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824738]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Rob Couhig and Todd Trossclair Picture: Luke Adams]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/we-need-your-support-wokingham-today-and-reading-today-host-event-to-highlight-indie-news-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T15:31:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1822289.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1822289]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Guets marked the event aolgside the team.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/ban-could-shift-blame-away-from-tech-companies-everything-you-need-to-know-about-under-16s-social-media-ban/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T14:35:20+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1824618.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1824618]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A ban on social media for under-16s could be underway by this time next year, but, while the move has been welcomed by many, some are concerned that the right implementation is necessary to keep us safe, or even make the ban effective in the first place. Picture: Thomas Ulrich, via Pixabay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/coach-sightings-at-asylum-hotel-explained/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T08:00:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820813-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820813]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/residents-invited-to-take-lookand-a-bookas-new-library-opens-tomorrow/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T07:20:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820888-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820888]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading&#039;s new library opens from 9am on Thursday, June 18- and you&#039;re invited! Picture: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/cadra-to-celebrate-centenary-of-caversham-bridge-with-event-and-new-history-booklet/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T06:56:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820963.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820963]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Caversham and District Residents Association (CADRA) is celebrating the centenary of Caversham Bridge as it marks 100 years of its current iteration. Picture: CADRA]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/plasma-donation-centre-secures-new-permanent-all-in-one-home-opening-this-autumn/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T06:46:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821074.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821074]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The blood donation centre in Reading has announced it now has a permanent home once again?including a more streamlined all-in-one service. Picture: Edward Moss, via the NHS]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-rep-lays-out-summer-plans-for-bringing-theatre-to-young-people-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T05:41:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821379.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821379]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Repertory Theatre has laid out its schedule of school-focused events aimed at bringing fun, workshops, and stage experiences to young people.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/bishop-of-oxford-lays-down-the-pastoral-staff-and-reveals-l-plates/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-17T05:31:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820753.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820753]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Bishop Steven explained: ?We never lose the L-plates as Christians. Picture: Diocese of Oxford]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/from-the-opposition-reading-green-party-wins-popular-vote-in-reading-central-constituency/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T15:56:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821406.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821406]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[ 2024 MP candidate Cllr Dave McElroy (Green Party, Redlands Ward) out campaigning with newly elected Cllr Richard Walkem (Green Party, Coley Ward).]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/westminster-diary-mp-matt-rodda-global-shocks-and-the-effect-on-energy-bills-and-living-costs/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T14:54:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1821404-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1821404]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Mathew Rodda]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/this-years-world-cup-could-be-the-most-dangerous-yet-scientist-warns/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T08:07:08+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820845.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820845]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[This Summer&#039;s World Cup could be one of the most dangerous ever, a scientist has warned, as the competition begins in earnest. Picture: Michal Jarmoluk via Pixabay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/crackdown-on-fly-tipping-sees-fines-increased-more-than-tenfold/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T07:53:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820836.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820836]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A trial partnership has seen a huge increase in the number of fines issued for littering and fly-tipping, Reading Borough Council has announced.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/griffin-the-dog-helps-keep-illegal-cigarettes-off-the-streets-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T07:21:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820392.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820392]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Griffin the Cocker Spaniel has sniffed out more the 13,000 illegal cigarettes as part of a continued crackdown on illicit tobacco products in Reading. Picture: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-film-screening-explains-local-effects-of-climate-change/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T07:01:35+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820441.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820441]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Peoples Emergency Briefing in Reading. Picture: Anne Coffey]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/dragon-boat-racing-raises-thousands-for-charity/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-16T10:48:48+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820404.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820404]]></image:title></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/join-us-to-mark-independent-news-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T11:17:51+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820359.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[INW-NNIBN 2024 Instagram slides]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Indie News Week.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/revealed-opening-date-for-new-multi-million-pound-in-reading-announced/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T08:01:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817343-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817343]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street. Credit: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/work-taking-place-on-new-council-housing-in-southcote/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T07:31:16+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817572.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817572]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Contractors Francis Construction are building 30 new council homes at the site of the former Alice Burrows Care Home in Dwyer Road, Southcote. (Image: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service)]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/mp-and-councillors-react-as-reading-buses-is-cutting-caversham-bus-service/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T07:31:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817295-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817295]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[MP Matt Rodda]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reforms-coming-to-parking-charges-set-in-reading-as-minimum-stay-set-to-increase/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T07:01:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817304.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817304]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Civic B Car Park in Reading town centre. Credit: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/caversham-bridge-restaurant-under-new-ownership/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T06:01:24+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817554.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817554]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Sayed Esrar, left, with staff at Pathaan&#039;s Persian, Afghan and Pakistani cuisine restaurant in Bridge Street, Caversham. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/planning-round-up-street-art-mural-coming-to-wall-hit-with-graffiti-in-reading-town-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-15T06:01:13+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817334-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817334]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The wall in Garrard Street at its junction with Station Road, Reading town centre. Credit: Station Road Dev Co Ltd]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-robbed-at-knifepoint-in-the-middle-of-a-busy-festival-in-east-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T22:03:36+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1820334.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1820334]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Three males threatened a man in his twenties with a knife while attending Stories In The Park in Palmer Park, Wokingham Road, at around 2.30pm on Saturday, June 6.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-council-progress-on-delivering-362-new-affordable-homes/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T08:01:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817264.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817264]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Affordable homes being built on the behalf of Reading Borough Council in Hexham Road, Whitley and Amethyst Lane, Southcote. Top right: Marigold Court in Coley, which was completed this year. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-let-him-go-for-nothing-last-year-now-former-royals-striker-could-fetch-25million-fee-this-summer/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T22:08:20+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817370-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817370]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Jayden Wareham]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/places-where-new-parking-restrictions-could-be-introduced-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T07:01:47+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817246.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817246]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Barnsdale Road in the Church ward of Reading, where parking restrictions could be introduced. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/best-news-ever-residents-celebrate-as-70-home-estate-expansion-is-rejected/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T06:31:07+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817563.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817563]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The new road called The Fairway, serving as the entrance to the Emmer Green Drive development of 223 homes at its junction with Kidmore End Road, Caversham. Credit: SPD]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/dr-martens-shoe-store-closed-in-reading-town-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T06:03:49+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817237.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817237]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dr Martens has closed at Queen Victoria Street in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/it-can-be-a-bit-dead-residents-reveal-concerns-over-woodley-shopping-scene/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T05:31:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817228.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817228]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Kyle Alleyne from Mayas Treats dessert parlour at the precinct in Crockhamwell Road, Woodley. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Sevice]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/popular-reading-bar-punished-after-woman-caught-working-illegally/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-14T05:16:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817255.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817255]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Dolphin&#039;s Caribbean restaurant and bar in St Mary&#039;s Butts, Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Serviceac]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/i-had-to-sleep-standing-up-reading-dad-recounts-gaza-flotilla-detention/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T08:01:13+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817219.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817219]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Jubair Khan (centre), with Rob White, the leader of the Reading Green Party and representative for Park ward, and councillor Jacqueline Dominguez (Green, Abbey). Credit: Reading Green Party]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/berkshire-ms-therapy-centre-celebrates-its-volunteers/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T08:01:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815933.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815933]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A Summer Garden Party was held for Berkshire MS Therapy volunteers to enjoy. Picture MSTC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/im-just-sick-of-it-residents-react-as-bus-service-between-reading-and-caversham-to-be-axed/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T07:16:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817322.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817322]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Laurence Berks, Tony Shepherd and Hester, who have spoken about the cancellation of the Number 22 bus service to Caversham Heights by Reading Buses. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/all-aboard-the-earley-community-bus/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T06:31:22+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817045.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817045]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[All aboard, Earley&#039;s new Community Bus. Picture: Emma Merchant]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/id-love-to-go-back-former-reading-fc-favourite-opens-door-to-return/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T09:44:14+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817361-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817361]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Tom McIntyre Picture: Luke Adams]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-unveils-ambitious-ai-partnership-with-global-tech-giants/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T09:44:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817114.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817114]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/blandy-blandy-celebrates-successful-year-with-summer-garden-party/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-13T05:01:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816394-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1816394]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The firm held a well-attended annual Summer Garden Party earlier this month.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-release-image-in-bid-to-identify-man-after-attempted-burglary-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-12T20:53:28+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817590.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Screenshot]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police have released this image]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-chased-and-repeatedly-kicked-and-punched-in-earley-as-police-hunt-audi-driver/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-12T17:47:47+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817379-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817379]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/alarm-over-impacts-for-600-homes-plan-between-reading-and-wokingham/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-12T08:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817352.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817352]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A sketch of what 600 homes could look like at Hatch Farm in Sindlesham, part of the Loddon Valley Garden Village proposed for Wokingham Borough. Credit: https://hatch-farm.co.uk/]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/funding-for-trauma-recovery-programme-will-help-children-bounce-back/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-12T06:31:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815610.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815610]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Peter Hopkins from Berkshire Freemasons being shown some of the work and therapeutic aids used in sessions by Martin, a BB4K Support Worker. Picture BF]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/raw-sounds-today-not-now-norman-hawkwind-neil-wighton/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-12T05:01:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817184-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817184]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Not Now Norman Picture: Andrew Merritt]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-women-to-return-home-as-club-announces-major-new-chapter/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T18:09:48+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817313.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817313]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC Women Picture: Neil Graham]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-invites-community-to-centenary-forum/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T12:32:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817210-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817210]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Local residents are invited to join the University of Reading for a special Centenary Community Forum, taking place at the end of the month.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/shake-shack-set-to-open-in-readings-broad-street-this-summer/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T12:28:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817201.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817201]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Shake Shack, which specialises in burgers and milkshakes, is set to become the latest international food outlet bringing its offerings to the town.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-reform-plans-risk-chaos-in-local-policing-and-public-safety-says-police-and-crime-commissioner/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T07:41:01+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817101.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817101]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has warned that recent policing reforms could risk &quot;years of chaos&quot; amid reorganisation.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/council-progresses-with-plans-for-over-360-affordable-homes-across-reading-in-three-years/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T07:06:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817056-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817056]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Borough Council looks set to deliver more than 360 affordable homes in the next three years ? including nearly 90 this year.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/out-of-touch-or-quality-read-reading-fcs-latest-launch-divides-supporters/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T10:45:34+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1817171.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1817171]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Royal Crest Picture: Reading Football Club]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uk-ekiden-to-take-place-along-the-thames-path/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T06:01:26+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815506-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815506]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Runners will compete in this year&#039;s UK Ekiden relay along the Thames Path. Picture: courtesy of FT Nikkei UK?Ekiden]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-investigating-vehicle-collision-which-left-reading-shopfront-smashed-open/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-11T10:51:17+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Good-Borthers-Police-incident-submitted-no-accredit-e1781098654347.png</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Good Borthers Police incident -- submitted no accredit]]></image:title></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-to-mark-centenary-with-100-year-time-capsule/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-10T08:42:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816430.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1816430]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A time capsule packed with visions of the future of food and farming has been buried at the University of Reading, marking its centenary with a message to generations yet to come. Picture: University of Reading]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-research-shows-blackberries-plums-and-blueberries-could-be-the-way-to-a-healthier-heart/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-10T08:38:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816421-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1816421]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A major research study involving scientists from the University of Reading, Harvard Medical School, the University of California Davis, and Mars, Inc., found that fewer than one in five people reached the flavanol intake that has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/delivery-driver-robbed-after-being-knocked-off-of-bike-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-10T08:29:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816412.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1816412]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery of a food delivery driver in Reading.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/thames-valley-police-gears-up-for-world-cup-events-starting-this-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-10T08:26:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816403-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1816403]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police is gearing up for the FIFA Men?s World Cup 2026, taking place from June 11 to July 10 in Canada, Mexico, and the USA.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/come-home-transfer-rumours-spark-after-former-reading-fc-favourites-post-on-social-media/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-10T07:33:49+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1816331-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Reading v Wigan]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Yakou Meite]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/are-readings-flood-defences-good-enough-asks-film-audience/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-09T08:02:31+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815428.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815428]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[A screening in Reading of the People&#039;s Emergency Briefing, prompted a discussion about Reading&#039;s flood measures. Picture: Reading and Mid-Berks Steering Group.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/thames-valley-bikers-swap-motorbikes-for-puppy-cuddles/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-09T08:01:57+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815394.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815394]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Bikers demonstrate puppy love at DBARC]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/68-sheep-heads-and-bin-bags-of-moudly-meat-the-reading-food-warehouse-fined-thousands-for-hygiene-breaches/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-09T07:36:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815480.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815480]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Council safety teams found bin bags full of unlabelled meat, sheep heads, and food contaminated with rat faeces during inspections. Picture: Reading Borough Council]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-buses-announces-changes-and-updates-from-next-month/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-09T07:29:48+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rdg-Buses-Pink-Berries-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Rdg Buses - Pink Berries]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[From Monday, July 20, two services are set to be cancelled entirely ahead of the school holidays, while a number of other services will see minor changes and updates. Picture: Reading Buses]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/why-thousands-rely-on-independent-local-news-and-how-you-can-help/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-09T07:01:07+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815217.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[INW-NNIBN 2024 Instagram slides]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[No new is bad news for communities]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-fc-midfielder-ends-contract-early-announces-retirement-and-takes-up-role-at-premier-league-club/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T18:14:41+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815565-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815565]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Matt Ritchie]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-release-cctv-in-appeal-for-information-in-dine-and-dash-incident-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T17:08:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815511.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815511]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police is releasing CCTV images of five men who may have vital information about a making off without payment incident in Reading.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/east-reading-festival-returns-to-palmer-park-next-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T13:22:32+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815415-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815415]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[East Reading Festival is back at Palmer Park from noon to 6pm on Sunday, June 21. Picture: Jake Clothier]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/hes-the-right-man-to-succeed-with-us-ceo-gives-backing-to-reading-fc-manager/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T11:13:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812695.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812695]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC CEO Joe Jacobson]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/applications-now-open-as-council-continues-financial-support-and-advice-for-struggling-residents/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T07:46:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815160-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815160]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Borough Council has released a &quot;comprehensive&quot; package of cost of living support as well as advice services for residents.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/forbidden-planet-set-to-open-reading-branch-in-september/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T07:06:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815169.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815169]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Forbidden Planet is set to open a branch in Queen&#039;s Walk, Reading, this September. Picture: Google LLC, via Google Maps]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/push-for-a33-to-be-named-sir-john-madejski-way-continues/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T07:01:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812609.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812609]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Sir John Madejski and Alderman Tony Jones at Remembrance Sunday in Reading. Credit: Mark Apcar Photography]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/plan-to-replace-165-year-old-caversham-school-with-flats-rejected/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T06:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812677.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812677]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Caversham]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-rabbi-brands-reform-uk-liars-over-white-lives-matter-post/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T08:01:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812582.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812582]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Zvi Solomons, Rabbi of the Jewish Community of Berkshire. Credit: Rabbi Zvi Solomons]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/dad-who-assisted-in-gaza-flotilla-arrives-safely-back-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T07:31:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812552.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812552]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Jubair Khan (centre), with Rob White, the leader of the Reading Green Party and representative for Park ward, and councillor Jacqueline Dominguez (Green, Abbey). Credit: Reading Green Party]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/charity-wins-permission-to-convert-cafe-into-support-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T06:01:30+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812561.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812561]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Grace Gomez and The Way Ministry Reading at the Fairview Community Centre in North Street. Credit: The Way Ministry Reading]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/council-defeated-after-rejecting-plan-to-seal-off-huge-house-in-caversham/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T06:01:24+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812543.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812543]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The house in Albert Road, Caversham Heights, at the junction with Chelford Way, which has been sealed off since 2022. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/planning-round-up-improvements-set-for-well-known-family-pub-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T05:31:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812573.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812573]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The Water Tower Flaming Grill pub and restaurant in Park Lane, Tilehurst. Credit: Greene King]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/from-the-vice-chancellor-talking-and-listening-about-animals-in-research/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-07T05:01:13+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812525.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812525]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Prof Robert Van de Noort]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/witness-appeal-launched-after-road-collision-leaves-motorcyclist-hospitalised/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T16:46:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1815151.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1815151]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a road traffic collision left a motorcyclist hospitalised.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/family-of-murdered-teen-meet-with-prime-minister-to-call-for-online-safety-for-children/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T08:15:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812504.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812504]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Stuart and Amanda Stephens, the parents of Olly, who was murdered age 13 in Caversham, with Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central. They have set up Olly&#039;s Trust in his memory. Credit: Stephens family]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-found-carrying-stolen-alcohol-during-police-operation-in-reading-town-centre/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T06:31:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812650.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812650]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-mps-urge-people-to-follow-guidance-following-meningitis-outbreak/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T06:16:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812534.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812534]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[NHS]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/we-were-unplayable-at-times-reading-fc-ceo-joe-jacobson-reflects-on-last-season/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-08T11:14:36+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812686.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812686]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading FC CEO Joe Jacobson]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/number-of-drive-thru-restaurants-and-cafes-in-reading-are-rising/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T06:01:15+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812495.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812495]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The service hatch and drive-thru exit for the new Greggs along the A4 Bath Road, Southcote. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/free-climate-festival-brings-two-weeks-of-events-to-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T06:01:08+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810896.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810896]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[There are plenty of climate events to choose from in June. Picture: Reading Climate Festival]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/sponsor-revealed-for-burghfield-fc-tournament/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T05:21:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810977.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810977]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Football Picture: Pixabay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/from-the-leader-reading-climate-festival-returns/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-06T05:01:14+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812520-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812520]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Cllr Liz Terry]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/one-person-should-never-define-a-whole-community-says-reading-councillor-after-murder-case/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T08:55:20+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812591.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812591]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Daya Pal Singh, elected Labour councillor for Emmer Green ward. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/partnership-enrols-1000-students-on-programme-training-students-in-responsible-ai-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T08:41:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812632.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812632]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The University of Reading and Reading-based think tank EARTH 51 launched the programme in February, setting the target as a response to growing concerns about graduate employability and the pace of AI change in the workplace. Picture: Gerd Altmann via PixaBay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/favourites-return-for-henley-literary-festivals-20th-edition/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T08:03:14+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810563-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810563]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Henley&#039;s Dame Mary Berry. Pic: Britt Willougby.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/could-you-be-a-puppy-mum-mum-charity-seeks-more-local-volunteers/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T08:02:00+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810623.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810623]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Ulanda&#039;s litter. Picture: Guide Dogs]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/raw-sounds-today-the-unthanks-fawlers-trashcat/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T06:01:13+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812515-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812515]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[AThe Unthanks Picture: Andrew Merritt]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/henleys-maxwell-practice-opens-private-gp-in-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-05T08:55:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812641.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812641]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[From its new location on Shepherds Hill, The Maxwell Practice now offers same-day and next-day private GP appointments to residents across Reading. Picture: The Maxwell Practice]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-climate-festival-returns-with-50-events-across-june/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T08:46:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812442-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812442]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[More than 50 events will run throughout Reading in June, including talks, screenings, and activities, aimed at helping residents engage with the climate crisis.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/mp-yuan-yang-endorses-new-climate-crisis-film-in-woodley/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T07:54:14+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1811710.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1811710]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Yuan Yang MP and Professor Driver were guests at a Woodley showing of the People&#039;s Emergency Briefing. Picture: Reading &amp; Mid-Berks Steering Group]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/sport-together-berkshire-hails-day-of-sport-smiles-and-success-in-latest-event/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T08:46:11+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812451.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Screenshot]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Sport Together Berkshire has thanked attendees and volunteers after its latest celebration of sport, inclusion, and friendship Reading FC Dome. Picture: Sport Together Berkshire]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/reading-college-to-welcome-local-community-to-adult-open-event-next-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T08:45:58+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812460-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812460]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading College is inviting job seekers and adults who are looking to learn new skills to their Adult Education Open Event on Tuesday, June 16]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/shoplifter-sentenced-to-8-weeks-in-jail-following-fraud-and-theft/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T08:51:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812469.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1812469]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Shane King, aged 32 and of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Reading Magistrates Court on Monday, June 1, to 8 weeks imprisonment.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/whiteknights-studio-trail-brings-art-back-to-east-reading-next-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-04T08:59:21+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1812477-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Reading Today 8th June 2024; Isaac Eokpae at Abbey School]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[The annual studio arts trail is returning to East Reading, bringing scores of artists and exhibitions to the town, from Saturday-Sunday, June 13-14]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-pressure-for-natural-birth-is-causing-lasting-harm-to-new-mothers-research-shows/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-03T08:58:10+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1811018-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1811018]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Pressure on women  to have a natural birth is causing lasting psychological harm when it does not go to plan, new research shows.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/rbfrs-shares-guidance-on-avoiding-fires-this-summer/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-03T08:51:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1811009-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1811009]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Shortly after 6am on Friday, April 13, Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue service received reports of a fire near Honey End Lane.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/crimestoppers-south-east-among-most-likely-to-say-waste-crime-affects-quality-of-life/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-03T08:41:04+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810991.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810991]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[New YouGov research commissioned by the charity Crimestoppers suggests waste crime is having a serious effect on communities across the South East. Picture: HANS, via Pixabay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/thames-water-may-bank-holiday-saw-more-than-1-billion-litres-of-water-in-extra-demand/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-03T07:06:05+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810932.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Reading Today; 18th March 2023;  Thames Water HQ - Extinction Rebellion protest]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Water has shared figures which show that demand rose by more than 1 billion litres of extra water over scorching May bank holiday last week. Picture: Dijana Capan/DVision Images]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/man-in-his-eighties-dies-of-injuries-after-serious-road-collision/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-02T11:58:03+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810585.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810585]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Thames Valley Police is renewing its appeal for witnesses after a man has died of his injuries from a serious collision.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/pcc-matthew-barber-marks-volunteers-week/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-02T11:31:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810455.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810455]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Matthew Barber has released a message marking Volunteers&#039; Week 2026, running through the first week of June.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/womens-barbershop-chorus-from-earley-the-barberettes-strike-a-chord/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-02T14:23:28+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810221.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810221]]></image:title></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/great-western-railway-acts-to-dismiss-false-news-regarding-overnight-service-to-gatwick-airport-from-wokingham/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-02T06:02:02+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810234.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810234]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Gatwick railway station.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/police-appeal-for-help-tracing-wanted-man-with-links-to-reading/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T20:15:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810472.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810472]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Ricky Turner is 34-years-old and wanted on recall to prison?he is known to frequent Reading town centre and surrounding areas to the east of Reading. ]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/serial-rapist-sentenced-to-nearly-30-years-for-string-of-violent-sexual-offences-and-blackmail/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T16:22:38+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810358.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810358]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Jonathan Goldsmith, aged 52 and of Hatch Gate, Reading was sentenced on Friday, May 15, at a hearing at Reading Crown Court, to 28-years imprisonment.]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/uni-of-reading-welcomes-five-new-llamas-to-nanobody-research-herd/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T10:45:18+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810269.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810269]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Five new llamas have joined the herd with University of Reading&#039;snanobody research project in Arborfield, including Rodney, pictured here. Picture: Uni of Reading]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/supermarket-scans-spotted-170-lung-cancer-cases-in-thames-valley/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T09:49:44+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810238-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810238]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[New NHS data shows that 1,385 lung cancers have been detected in the South East through the programme which brings scanners to the supermarkets. Picture: Nicolas Leclercq via Unsplash]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/new-set-of-vehicles-comes-to-reading-buses-fleet-as-yellow-26-goes-electric/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T07:13:34+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810172-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810172]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[Reading Buses has announced that another tranche of vehicles in its fleet has gone electric, with new Yellow 26 buses out on the roads. Picture: Reading Buses]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/readi-xox-readipop-returns-with-xox-showcase-in-june/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T06:51:09+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810194-scaled.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810194]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[One of Reading&#039;s most celebrated music charities, behind one of the town&#039;s festival staples, is back for its first event of 2026 next week. Picture: Via Readipop]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
<url><loc>https://rdg.today/nhs-one-month-left-for-eligible-people-to-get-covid-19/</loc><lastmod>2026-06-01T17:04:40+01:00</lastmod><image:image><image:loc>https://rdg.today/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Img1810180.jpg</image:loc><image:title><![CDATA[Img1810180]]></image:title><image:caption><![CDATA[There is now just one month left for eligible people in the South East to get their spring COVID-19 vaccination before the offer ends on June 30. Picture: Angelo Esslinger via Pixabay]]></image:caption></image:image></url>
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