# hard (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover hard. Page: Feed: --- ## [Orwell Bridge shut due to police incident](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/ipswich/news/orwell-bridge-shut-due-to-police-incident-9479766/) _2026-08-23 · paul.derrick@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Paul Derrick) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ The A14 Orwell Bridge near Ipswich was closed in both directions. ## [Whitley neighbourhood on alert after camper vans appear on green space](https://rdg.today/whitley-neighbourhood-on-alert-after-camper-vans-appear-on-green-space/) _2026-08-23 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ Travellers in camper vans have occupied a greenspace in Reading for the first time 'in living memory', according to neighbours. ## [Controversial Reading-Woodley cycle route reaches milestone](https://rdg.today/controversial-reading-woodley-cycle-route-reaches-milestone/) _2026-08-23 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ The first phase of a controversial cycle route in Woodley is nearly complete. ## [Warning issued over ‘significant’ Berkshire traffic impact from 2,160-home plan](https://rdg.today/warning-issued-over-significant-berkshire-traffic-impact-from-2160-home-plan/) _2026-08-23 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ Concerns have been raised about the impact of a plan for more than 2,000 homes on the edge of Berkshire. ## [Police reveal plans to use facial recognition vans in Reading during August bank holiday weekend](https://rdg.today/police-reveal-plans-to-use-facial-recognition-vans-in-reading-during-august-bank-holiday-weekend/) _2026-08-23 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ Police will deploy live facial recognition vans in Reading during the August bank holiday weekend. ## [Planning round-up: Dormant Reading riverside pub set for major comeback after council decision](https://rdg.today/planning-round-up-dormant-reading-riverside-pub-set-for-major-comeback-after-council-decision/) _2026-08-23 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ A dormant riverside pub in Reading is set to be brought back into use with flats above it. ## [Former Reading FC twins closing in on move to Premier League club](https://rdg.today/former-reading-fc-twins-closing-in-on-move-to-premier-league-club/) _2026-08-23 · Andy Preston · Reading Today Online_ Former Reading FC academy twins Joseph and Jubilee Ntege are closing in on a move to Premier League side Nottingham Forest. ## [Here are some of Suffolk’s roadworks, closures and diversions for drivers in the coming weeks](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/here-are-some-of-suffolk-s-roadworks-closures-and-diversion-9479473/) _2026-08-23 · cameron.reid@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Cameron Reid) · Suffolk News - Sudbury News Feed_ Here are some of the works going on in the next couple of weeks which could cause delays to drivers in the county. ## [Health services, traffic and character: Heritage group speaks out on planned growth in Bury St Edmunds](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/health-services-traffic-and-character-heritage-group-speak-9479239/) _2026-08-23 · suffolk@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Suffolk News Reporter) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Terry O’Donoghue, chair of the Bury Society CIO, talks about the impact of growth in Bury St Edmunds and what needs to be considered. ## [‘It’s happened so quickly’: Boxing club secures new home after outgrowing site in one year](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/it-s-happened-so-quickly-boxing-club-secures-new-home-aft-9479407/) _2026-08-23 · cameron.reid@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Cameron Reid) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A popular boxing club in a town has secured a new home after already outgrowing its current site in only one year. ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/UJvw5c0C532x) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and access low-cost global trading. ## [Woman appears in court on arson charge after fire ripped through homes](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/woman-appears-in-court-on-arson-charge-after-fire-ripped-thr-9479742/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A woman has appeared in court after a fire ripped through two homes earlier this week. ## [Charge dropped against cleaner accused of sparking town riots](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/thetford/case-dropped-against-cleaner-accused-of-sparking-town-riots-9479726/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A charge made against a Serco cleaner, who was alleged to have sparked a series of riots, has been dropped. ## [Swimming pool bonfire prevented from spreading to house and trees](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/ipswich/news/swimming-pool-bonfire-prevented-from-spreading-to-house-and-9479729/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A blaze in a village swimming pool was prevented from spreading to trees and a home. ## [Key route shut due to single-vehicle crash](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/eye/key-route-shut-due-to-single-vehicle-crash-9479734/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A key route is shut after a crash. ## [Firefighters rescue cow stuck in ditch](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/southwold/firefighters-rescue-cow-stuck-in-ditch-9479728/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Firefighters have saved a cow which was stuck neck-deep in water. ## [Man charged after police officer assaulted during vehicle seizure](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/sudbury/news/man-charged-after-police-officer-assaulted-during-vehicle-se-9479727/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Sudbury News Feed_ A man has been charged after a police officer was assaulted during a vehicle seizure. ## [GCSE results: Analysing this year’s maths grades](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/opinion/gcse-results-analysing-this-years-maths-grades/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gcse-results-analysing-this-years-maths-grades) _2026-08-22 · Editor · St Albans Times_ Belle Cottingham – St Albans-based educational specialist and editor at educational resource publishers Olivia Press gives her perspective on this year’s GCSE maths results. It’s been a tough year for foundation GCSE maths, with the pass boundaries going up. However, St Albans remains above the national average and has a... The post GCSE results: Analysing this year’s maths grades appeared first… ## [Holding pattern: MP Daisy on why it’s a waiting game in Westminster](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/holding-pattern-mp-daisy-on-why-its-a-waiting-game-in-westminster/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=holding-pattern-mp-daisy-on-why-its-a-waiting-game-in-westminster) _2026-08-22 · Editor · St Albans Times_ It’s usually the case that the summer Parliamentary recess offers MPs of all political parties the opportunity to take a pause on the shenanigans of Westminster, enjoy some extra time in their constituencies, and refocus ahead of a return to the Commons in September. This year, however, all eyes remain... The post Holding pattern: MP Daisy on why it’s a waiting game in Westminster appeared first… ## [Reading gym theft: Police seek woman after £6,000 spent using stolen card](https://rdg.today/reading-gym-theft-police-seek-woman-after-6000-spent-using-stolen-card/) _2026-08-22 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ Police have appealed for help identifying a woman after a gym member had personal belongings stolen from a locker in Reading. ## [Thousands gather in Reading for colourful celebration of Pakistan independence](https://rdg.today/thousands-gather-in-reading-for-colourful-celebration-of-pakistan-independence/) _2026-08-22 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ Thousands of people gathered together to celebrate the 79th anniversary of Pakistan becoming an independent country at an event in Reading. ## [AI publishing with human taste (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SaY6Lftv8Fgx) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Convert AI research into blogs, podcasts, and newsletters with optional human review. ## [Reading pub run by all-female team gets major boost after council decision](https://rdg.today/reading-pub-run-by-all-female-team-gets-major-boost-after-council-decision/) _2026-08-22 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ A pub in Reading with an all-female team has won permission to host events later at night to cater for students. ## [Taxi driver challenges Reading bus lane fine — then council admits confusing problem](https://rdg.today/taxi-driver-challenges-reading-bus-lane-fine-then-council-admits-confusing-problem/) _2026-08-22 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ A taxi driver has raised the alarm over confusing signage for a bus lane along one of the busiest roads in Reading. ## [Police shut Reading home for three months after drug dealing and ‘cuckooing’ fears](https://rdg.today/police-shut-reading-home-for-three-months-after-drug-dealing-and-cuckooing-fears/) _2026-08-22 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ A partial closure order has been secured on a property in Reading following concerns about drug dealing and drug use. ## [Reading FC transfer fee for George Earthy from West Ham United reportedly revealed](https://rdg.today/reading-fc-transfer-fee-for-george-earthy-from-west-ham-united-reportedly-revealed/) _2026-08-22 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ Reading FC have reportedly paid a significant fee to bring George Earthy to Berkshire ? but West Ham United could still benefit from the deal. ## [Former Reading FC star could be set for big money Premier League move](https://rdg.today/former-reading-fc-star-could-be-set-for-big-money-premier-league-move/) _2026-08-22 · Andy Preston · Reading Today Online_ Former Reading FC winger Femi Azeez could be on course for a move to the Premier League before the summer transfer window closes. ## [Head spa continues rapid growth with move to dedicated premises](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/head-spa-continues-rapid-growth-with-move-to-dedicated-premi-9479017/) _2026-08-22 · ross.waldron@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ross Waldron) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A head spa has continued its rapid growth by moving to its own dedicated premises less than a year after its founding. ## [Take a look at this beautifully-arranged townhouse which could be yours for £895,000](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/take-a-look-at-this-beautifully-arrange-townhouse-which-coul-9479560/) _2026-08-22 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Tucked away within an exclusive gated community in a town, this 2,400sqft townhouse offers beautifully-arranged accommodation at the heart of town. ## [‘The potatoes in the ground are like cement’: Farmers react to drought](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/the-potatoes-in-the-ground-are-like-cement-farmers-react-9479161/) _2026-08-22 · mariam.ghaemi@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Mariam Ghaemi) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Farmers have spoken to SuffolkNews about the huge challenges of the prolonged drought affecting their crops and also their workers. ## [Berkshire CCC suffer first Championship defeat in four years](https://rdg.today/berkshire-ccc-suffer-first-championship-defeat-in-four-years/) _2026-08-22 · Guest Contributor · Reading Today Online_ Berkshire suffered their first Championship defeat in four years when losing to Wiltshire by eight wickets at Henley this week. ## [Business Surgery: How to bridge the growing AI gap](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/sudbury/news/business-surgery-how-to-bridge-the-growing-ai-gap-9479712/) _2026-08-22 · suffolk@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Suffolk News Reporter) · Suffolk News - Sudbury News Feed_ Mat Keys, of AI and automatic consultancy newlens, says the AI gap is growing – but, it is not the gap that you might think it is. ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Sxyc8CXeW9G2) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [Reading Festival 2026 set times revealed – when every big act is on stage, including ‘Special Guest’ announcement](https://rdg.today/reading-festival-2026-set-times-revealed-when-every-big-act-is-on-stage-including-special-guest-announcement/) _2026-08-21 · Andy Preston · Reading Today Online_ The full stage times for Reading Festival 2026 have been revealed, with thousands of music fans set to descend on Richfield Avenue next weekend. ## [Heavy traffic hits Wokingham Road as urgent water works take place](https://rdg.today/heavy-traffic-hits-wokingham-road-as-urgent-water-works-take-place/) _2026-08-21 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ Drivers are facing heavy traffic on a major Reading road as urgent water works are carried out. ## [Drug dealers jailed after more than 150 wraps of cocaine found in towns](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/stowmarket/drug-dealers-jailed-after-more-than-150-wraps-of-cocaine-fou-9479676/) _2026-08-21 · sam.harrison@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Sam Harrison) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Two drug dealers found with more than 150 wraps of cocaine between them in separate Suffolk towns have been jailed. ## [Miles of tailbacks as section of A14 shut due to crash and oil spill](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/miles-of-tailbacks-as-section-of-a14-shut-due-to-crash-and-o-9479651/) _2026-08-21 · paul.derrick@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Paul Derrick) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A section of the A14 near a town is closed after a collision. ## [‘A real loss’: Disappointment as convenience store closes in town centre](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/mildenhall/a-real-loss-disappointment-as-convenience-store-closes-in-9479652/) _2026-08-21 · cameron.reid@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Cameron Reid) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Disappointment has been expressed following the closure of a convenience store in a town centre. ## [1111Fest Takes Over The Pioneer Club](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/events/1111fest-takes-over-the-pioneer-club/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=1111fest-takes-over-the-pioneer-club) _2026-08-21 · Editor · St Albans Times_ The brainchild of local DJ, songwriter and music producer Lauren Cumberpatch, The 1111Fest at The Pioneer Club was the latest and biggest of her St Albans pop-up DJ sessions to date with more than 250 people coming through the doors on Saturday. Pioneers commercial director Jon Prayer said: “Lauren and... The post 1111Fest Takes Over The Pioneer Club appeared first on St Albans Times . ## [Town’s major sports boost with new 3G pitch and athletics track](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/stowmarket/town-gets-major-sports-boost-with-new-3g-pitch-and-athletics-9479629/) _2026-08-21 · sam.harrison@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Sam Harrison) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Footballers and runners will soon be able to make use of a new state-of-the-art 3G pitch and mini athletics track. ## [Planning a late escape? Make sure you avoid the parking cowboys and muddy fields miles from the airport](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/news/native/planning-a-late-escape-make-sure-you-avoid-the-parking-cowb-9479625/) _2026-08-21 · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ How to select the best meet-and-greet parking at every UK airport. ## [Teenager disqualified after admitting drug driving in town](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/newmarket/news/teenager-admits-drug-driving-in-town-9479610/) _2026-08-21 · ash.jones@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ash Jones) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ A young woman has been banned from being behind the wheel after admitting to drug driving earlier this year. ## [Two friends join forces to create ‘social running’ enterprise](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/two-friends-join-forces-to-create-social-running-enterpris-9479607/) _2026-08-21 · ross.waldron@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Ross Waldron) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Two friends who would embark on early morning runs together have joined forces to create a ‘social running’ enterprise. ## [Will crime novelist bring murder to St Albans?](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/will-crime-novelist-bring-murder-to-st-albans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=will-crime-novelist-bring-murder-to-st-albans) _2026-08-21 · Editor · St Albans Times_ St Albans crime novelist Heather Critchlow is preparing to say farewell to her podcast protagonist Cal Lovett in the final book in a series of five novels – but how hard is it to let go of your heroes? And would she ever consider writing a book set locally? Heather,... The post Will crime novelist bring murder to St Albans? appeared first on St Albans Times . ## [Portuguese café seeks licence for town centre location](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/portuguese-caf-seeks-licence-for-town-centre-location-9479591/) _2026-08-21 · joao.santos@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Joao Santos, Local Democracy Reporter) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Plans have been unveiled for a new independent Portuguese café in a town centre location. ## [Massive savings on Mediterranean holidays this autumn with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/news/native/massive-savings-on-mediterranean-holidays-this-autumn-with-f-9479581/) _2026-08-21 · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ Save up to £200 per person when you sail the Med without the sky-high prices. ## [Appeal lodged on rejected plans for 81 homes in former racehorse stud](https://www.suffolknews.co.uk/newmarket/news/appeal-lodged-on-rejected-plans-for-81-homes-in-former-raceh-9479558/) _2026-08-21 · joao.santos@iliffepublishing.co.uk (Joao Santos, Local Democracy Reporter) · Suffolk News - Suffolk News Feed_ An appeal has been lodged seeking to overturn the rejection of plans to build 81 homes at a town's former racehorse stud. ## [Historic garden design reappears at Beechwood Park during summer drought](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/historic-garden-design-reappears-at-beechwood-park-during-summer-drought/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=historic-garden-design-reappears-at-beechwood-park-during-summer-drought) _2026-08-21 · Editor · St Albans Times_ A hidden piece of Beechwood Park’s history has emerged from the independent school’s grounds after recent dry weather revealed the outline of a long-lost formal garden. Parchmarks visible across the school’s lawns have uncovered the shape of a former parterre, offering a rare glimpse into the historic landscape of the... The post Historic garden design reappears at Beechwood Park during summer… ## [Sun-powered charging helping drive a greener future at The Maltings](https://stalbanstimes.co.uk/st-albans/sun-powered-charging-helping-drive-a-greener-future-at-the-maltings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sun-powered-charging-helping-drive-a-greener-future-at-the-maltings) _2026-08-21 · Editor · St Albans Times_ Hidden high above the shops at The Maltings is something many visitors never realise exists – 265 solar panels, peppered across the roof, quietly generating renewable energy every single day. Installed two years ago, the panels produce clean electricity that powers The Maltings’ entire car park, including its 10 electric... The post Sun-powered charging helping drive a greener future at The… ## [Decision made on controversial 75-home Berkshire housing plan with nearly 200 objections](https://rdg.today/decision-made-on-controversial-75-home-berkshire-housing-plan-with-nearly-200-objections/) _2026-08-21 · James Aldridge, local democracy reporter · Reading Today Online_ A decision has been made on a controversial project to build 75 homes on the outskirts of a village in Berkshire. ## [Police step up patrols in Tilehurst after anti-social behaviour reports](https://rdg.today/police-step-up-patrols-in-tilehurst-after-anti-social-behaviour-reports/) _2026-08-21 · Staff Writer · Reading Today Online_ Police have increased patrols in a Tilehurst area following reports of anti-social behaviour. ## [Reading FC could play against familiar face in first away test of League One campaign at AFC Wimbledon](https://rdg.today/reading-fc-could-play-against-familiar-face-in-first-test-of-league-one-campaign-at-afc-wimbledon/) _2026-08-21 · Andy Preston · Reading Today Online_ Reading FC will play their first away League One game of the season on Saturday when they travel to AFC Wimbledon. ## [FROM THE LEADER: A-level and GCSE results](https://rdg.today/from-the-leader-a-level-and-gcse-results/) _2026-08-21 · Guest Contributor · Reading Today Online_ Last week, our students who sat their A-level exams this summer received their results. This week, our GCSE students will do the same.