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Geraldine Gardner

Geraldine Gardner joined the Newbury Weekly News in 2011. She is a sub on the paper and editor of Out & About magazine

Berkshire Farm Girl's summer harvest diary

05 October 2022
Berkshire Farm Girl's summer harvest diary

Berkshire Farm Girl's summer harvest diary

05 October 2022

Harvest came early this summer and, says Eleanor Gilbert, farmers worked tirelessly gathering in their crops in case the rain came and didn't stop.


Strictly star dances into Movie Week

03 October 2022
Strictly star dances into Movie Week

Strictly star dances into Movie Week

03 October 2022

The BBC One juggernaut that is Strictly Come Dancing moved up a gear when the first contestant was eliminated this weekend.


Things to do in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

30 September 2022
Things to do in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

Things to do in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

30 September 2022

From saving the planet to jumble sales, there's something for everyone this weekend.


Newbury nostalgia: The Kennet Centre

29 September 2022
Newbury nostalgia: The Kennet Centre

Newbury nostalgia: The Kennet Centre

29 September 2022

When a new shopping complex opened in the early 1980s it transformed the look of the town centre and plans are in place to change it once again.

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Newbury bargain hunter's budget wardrobe tips

28 September 2022
Newbury bargain hunter's budget wardrobe tips

Newbury bargain hunter's budget wardrobe tips

28 September 2022

Karen Kirton is always on the look out for ways to economise on a daily basis.


Jonathan Hopson traces his Newbury history

26 September 2022
Jonathan Hopson traces his Newbury history

Jonathan Hopson traces his Newbury history

26 September 2022

While tracing his family tree, Jonathan Hopson found several connections with the Stillman family.


What's on across West Berkshire and North Hampshire

23 September 2022
What's on across West Berkshire and North Hampshire

What's on across West Berkshire and North Hampshire

23 September 2022

There is plenty of entertainment on across the district to keep the whole family entertained this weekend.


Gardening tips from Newbury allotment holder

23 September 2022
Gardening tips from Newbury allotment holder

Gardening tips from Newbury allotment holder

23 September 2022

David Cole shares his tips on finally cracking the secret to growing aubergines.


'I'm fairly certain nothing will ever compare to this'

22 September 2022
'I'm fairly certain nothing will ever compare to this'

'I'm fairly certain nothing will ever compare to this'

22 September 2022

A former Park House School pupil has spoken of the part he played in broadcasting the Queen's funeral to the world.


Traffic building up on M4 with 2 lanes shut

15 September 2022
Traffic building up on M4 with 2 lanes shut

Traffic building up on M4 with 2 lanes shut

15 September 2022

There are delays on the M4 between Junctions 11 and 12 following an incident involving a car and lorry.


Collision on A34 causing delays north of Newbury

15 September 2022
Collision on A34 causing delays north of Newbury

Collision on A34 causing delays north of Newbury

15 September 2022

One lane is closed between the A4185 and the A4130 on the A34.


Second World War evacuee recalls time at Highclere Castle

12 September 2022
Second World War evacuee recalls time at Highclere Castle

Second World War evacuee recalls time at Highclere Castle

12 September 2022

86-year-old Gwen Otey flew over from her home in Virginia and met with Lady Carnarvon to relive some of her memories of her stay at the castle.

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Bank holiday announced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral on Monday, September 19

12 September 2022
Bank holiday announced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral on Monday, September 19

Bank holiday announced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral on Monday, September 19

12 September 2022

The day of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will mark the final day of the period of national mourning.


Words of the Official Proclamation to be read out in Hungerford

10 September 2022
Words of the Official Proclamation to be read out in Hungerford

Words of the Official Proclamation to be read out in Hungerford

10 September 2022

The public are invited to gather in Hungerford town centre to hear the words of the Official Proclamation read out.


Official Proclamation in Thatcham on Sunday

10 September 2022
Official Proclamation in Thatcham on Sunday

Official Proclamation in Thatcham on Sunday

10 September 2022

The Mayor of Thatcham will read the historic proclamation.


What's on in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

02 September 2022
What's on in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

What's on in West Berkshire and North Hampshire

02 September 2022

If you're looking for some family entertainment this weekend, here is a selection of things to do and places to go.


Video: Sensory haven for residents of Thomas Baily House, Newbury

02 September 2022
Video: Sensory haven for residents of Thomas Baily House, Newbury

Video: Sensory haven for residents of Thomas Baily House, Newbury

02 September 2022

Support worker Bartosz Bycynski has transformed an unused greenhouse at a residential respite home into a sensory space.


Red Arrows due to fly past on their way to Bournemouth

01 September 2022
Red Arrows due to fly past on their way to Bournemouth

Red Arrows due to fly past on their way to Bournemouth

01 September 2022

The RAF aerobatics team are due to perform this weekend at the Bournemouth Air Festival Display.


A34 shut northbound due to overturned HGV

30 August 2022
A34 shut northbound due to overturned HGV

A34 shut northbound due to overturned HGV

30 August 2022

Diversions are in place between the A4130 (Milton) and the A415 (Abingdon) with traffic queuing back towards East Ilsley.


What's on over the August Bank Holiday weekend

26 August 2022
What's on over the August Bank Holiday weekend

What's on over the August Bank Holiday weekend

26 August 2022

Looking for something to do? We've found plenty to entertain the whole family.


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