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Reading News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Reading News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Summary

Daily 2-minute local news for Reading, South East (United Kingdom): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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Episodes
  • Reading News Today — May 17, 2026

    Reading News Today — May 17, 2026
    May 17 2026
    Reading: A Henley College student died from meningitis in Oxfordshire, prompting a heartfelt tribute and increased vaccine inquiries at Reading pharmacies. Morrisons is introducing a new “£13 rule” in Reading, while Reading Borough Council releases parking and fines financial figures.
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    2 mins
  • Reading News Today — May 16, 2026

    Reading News Today — May 16, 2026
    May 16 2026
    Reading's latest local news covers a meningitis outbreak linked to Highdown Secondary School and Sixth Form Centre, with close contacts receiving antibiotics, and two missing boys, Charlie and Leon, from Caversham. The city also looks forward to a family-friendly event and a Michelin-starred dining experience.
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    2 mins
  • Reading News Today — May 15, 2026

    Reading News Today — May 15, 2026
    May 15 2026
    Reading is dealing with a meningitis outbreak linked to a local school, prompting antibiotic distribution and health warnings, while also grappling with a fourth serious crash on Kings Road and ongoing safety concerns. The city is also enforcing strict traffic fines through automated systems, and Reading FC is upgrading its stadium with a £5 million loan and a new ticketing system partnership.
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