21. Business profile - Positive Interiors

22. French Horn wins top 10 place in foodie guide

A swanky Sonning restaurant is among the very best in Britain, according to those in the know.

23. 200 'X Factor' jobs at Thames Water

Nearly 200 ‘X Factor’ jobs will be tapped up at Thames Water’s new operations base in South Reading.

24. Get the Business: Family florist with a personal touch

What is your business about? “We are a family florist offering cluster hand-tied bouquets as well as an events and home décor service.

25. Nominate your favourite spot for the 2010 Pubwatch Awards

It's time for regulars to put down their drinks and start nominating for this year’s Reading Pubwatch Awards.

26. Queen’s award for Sondrel

A Theale technology firm has proved it is at the forefront of innovative thinking after winning the UK’s leading accolade for business success.

27. Get the Business: Sheabutter Cottage, Sonning

What is your business about? “We manufacture hand-made, natural, Faitrade beauty products and toiletries including exotic butters, cosmetics and oils.

28. Pubwatch Awards - The Fox and Hounds

Great atmosphere and friendly staff could help the Fox and Hounds in Tilehurst defend its title in this year’s Reading Pubwatch Awards.

29. Pubwatch Awards - The Griffin

A traditional look and tasty grub are reasons enough to sing the praises of The Griffin in Caversham, said one regular.

30. Gym staff shape up for £1m charity fitness test

Health club staff will be building up a sweat to raise cash for breast cancer.