THE Reading Chronicle is your go to publication for all the latest news in the area but it now offers much more than this.

As the coronavirus continues to spread, Reading residents are in lockdown along with the rest of the country and much of the world.

Being confined to our homes can make us feel lonely and bored as we long to do the things we used to such as meeting up with friends and family for a picnic in the sunshine.

To make sure you, our loyal readers, are kept informed, busy and entertained, we have added some exciting features to the paper.

Useful numbers to call

As well as offering all the latest coronavirus news and updates, we are also providing a list of useful numbers to call if you’re in need of advice or support during the pandemic.

Positive coronavirus coverage

We’re also focusing on the heroes of the community and highlighting their courage and optimism during this difficult time.

In this week’s paper, you can read about a medical student who graduated early to help the NHS battle the coronavirus on the frontline and how our generous readers have helped us raise more than £5k for NHS staff.

NHS poster

There is also an NHS pull out poster you can place in your window to show your support just in time for tonight’s 8pm clap.

Puzzles, activities and TV guide

To keep you entertained, we have an 8-page puzzles pull out and 7-day TV guide.

For children, there’s also a range of activities inside for them to complete.

It’s everything you need to keep you busy for the week – all for just 85p.

If there is anything you would like to see us cover in the paper each week let us know by emailing alice.knight@newsquest.co.uk.