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Thank you NHS and carers from West Berkshire Council, Volker Highways and Bellstan

06 May 2020
Thank you NHS and carers from West Berkshire Council, Volker Highways and Bellstan

Thank you NHS and carers from West Berkshire Council, Volker Highways and Bellstan

06 May 2020

Sign of support outside West Berkshire Community Hospital A SPECIAL sign thanking the dedicated NHS staff and carers working across the district during…


Basingstoke and Deane bin collections remain unchanged over bank holiday weekend

06 May 2020
Basingstoke and Deane bin collections remain unchanged over bank holiday weekend

Basingstoke and Deane bin collections remain unchanged over bank holiday weekend

06 May 2020

Residents waste will be collected as normal THERE will be no changes to waste and recycling collections in Basingstoke and Deane on Friday, despite it…


Swan shot in Thatcham reunited with mate after recovering from operation

06 May 2020
Swan shot in Thatcham reunited with mate after recovering from operation

Swan shot in Thatcham reunited with mate after recovering from operation

06 May 2020

The bird had to have surgery after being hit by pellet from air rifle A swan that was shot in the head while she sat on her nest in Thatcham has been…


More pictures and videos as firefighters continue to tackle Woolton Hill blaze

05 May 2020
More pictures and videos as firefighters continue to tackle Woolton Hill blaze

More pictures and videos as firefighters continue to tackle Woolton Hill blaze

05 May 2020

Crews were called following reports of a 'huge explosion' Firefighters are continuing to tackle a large blaze at a property in Woolton Hill following…


Fire crews called after 'huge explosion' in Woolton Hill

05 May 2020
Fire crews called after 'huge explosion' in Woolton Hill

Fire crews called after 'huge explosion' in Woolton Hill

05 May 2020

Blaze broke out at property close to Rampant Cat pub this evening Firefighters are currently tackling a blaze in Woolton Hill this evening. Several nearby…


Coronavirus West Berkshire: Number of cases as of May 5

05 May 2020
Coronavirus West Berkshire: Number of cases as of May 5

Coronavirus West Berkshire: Number of cases as of May 5

05 May 2020

There have been 335 cases of coronavirus in West Berkshire. Public Health England figures released this evening show an increase of two on yesterday's…


Newbury car crash - woman taken to hospital

01 May 2020
Newbury car crash - woman taken to hospital

Newbury car crash - woman taken to hospital

01 May 2020

Police, ambulance and fire service all called to the incident A woman was taken to hospital following a car crash in Newbury in the early hours of this…


West Berkshire Council announces emergency measures to support local businesses

24 March 2020
West Berkshire Council announces emergency measures to support local businesses

West Berkshire Council announces emergency measures to support local businesses

24 March 2020

Package designed to help give financial support to companies affected by coronavirus outbreak West Berkshire Council has today announced a series of emergency…


West Berkshire confirmed coronavirus cases double

20 March 2020
West Berkshire confirmed coronavirus cases double

West Berkshire confirmed coronavirus cases double

20 March 2020

Six people in district have now tested positive for COVID-19 The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in West Berkshire has doubled. Six people in the…


Royal County of Berkshire Show cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak

20 March 2020
Royal County of Berkshire Show cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak

Royal County of Berkshire Show cancelled due to coronavirus outbreak

20 March 2020

Decision has been taken "with great regret, after careful consideration" This year's Royal County of Berkshire Show - due to be held in September - has…


Council to offer extra support for rough sleepers during coronavirus pandemic

20 March 2020
Council to offer extra support for rough sleepers during coronavirus pandemic

Council to offer extra support for rough sleepers during coronavirus pandemic

20 March 2020

Distribution of health packs among the measures introduced to help the homeless Rough sleepers will be given extra support during the coronavirus pandemic…


Newbury's Fair Close Centre closed, but meals on wheels service being increased

20 March 2020
Newbury's Fair Close Centre closed, but meals on wheels service being increased

Newbury's Fair Close Centre closed, but meals on wheels service being increased

20 March 2020

Service made possible by donation from Stream Networks Newbury's Fair Close Centre is focusing on ramping up its meals on wheels service to…


Coronavirus Community Support Hub launched in West Berkshire

19 March 2020
Coronavirus Community Support Hub launched in West Berkshire

Coronavirus Community Support Hub launched in West Berkshire

19 March 2020

How to get help and where to volunteer A NUMBER of organisations from across West Berkshire have come together to offer help and support to residents…


Newbury's Waterside Centre discussed in House of Lords

19 March 2020
Newbury's Waterside Centre discussed in House of Lords

Newbury's Waterside Centre discussed in House of Lords

19 March 2020

“The project itself is exceptional in what we think we can do and the youngsters that we can help and embrace" PLANS to turn Newbury’s Waterside Centre into…


Coronavirus: All schools in England to close from Friday until further notice

18 March 2020
Coronavirus: All schools in England to close from Friday until further notice

Coronavirus: All schools in England to close from Friday until further notice

18 March 2020

Government made announcement this afternoon (Weds) All schools in England are to close this Friday until further notice. This is except to those children…


Newbury's Vue cinema closed due to coronavirus outbreak

18 March 2020
Newbury's Vue cinema closed due to coronavirus outbreak

Newbury's Vue cinema closed due to coronavirus outbreak

18 March 2020

Decision follows Government advice over social distancing All Vue cinemas – including the one in Newbury’s Kennet Shopping centre –…


Newbury's Corn Exchange to close "until further notice"

17 March 2020
Newbury's Corn Exchange to close "until further notice"

Newbury's Corn Exchange to close "until further notice"

17 March 2020

Arts venue says it took decision following Prime Minister's announcement Newbury's Corn Exchange theatre will close from Tuesday 'until further notice'…


A34 blocked south of Newbury following collision

16 March 2020
A34 blocked south of Newbury following collision

A34 blocked south of Newbury following collision

16 March 2020

Emergency services are currently at the scene and motorists are experiencing significant delays THE A34 is currently blocked due to an accident between…


Trinity School in Newbury cancels parents evening as UK coronavirus cases rise

11 March 2020
Trinity School in Newbury cancels parents evening as UK coronavirus cases rise

Trinity School in Newbury cancels parents evening as UK coronavirus cases rise

11 March 2020

"Our primary objective is the wellbeing of the school community" A Newbury school has cancelled its upcoming parents evening events as the number of coronavirus…


Delays on A34 near Newbury following collision

11 March 2020
Delays on A34 near Newbury following collision

Delays on A34 near Newbury following collision

11 March 2020

Motorists experiencing delays of up to 20 minutes during morning rush hour THERE are currently delays on the A34 due to an earlier collision.  The…


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