Volunteers sought for big event THE resurgent Newbury Carnival takes place this year on Sunday, July 5, which with a top line-up of attractions. including…
Motorist admits careless driving A CYCLIST who received horrific, life-changing injuries after being knocked flying by a motorist has vowed to get back…
Farewell to Rev Andrew Sawyer after 25 years ST LAWRENCE’S Church was filled to capacity as Hungerford bade farewell to the Rev Andrew Sawyer on…
'He simply got involved in business he shouldn't have,' court told A NEWBURY man who tried to free an arrested suspect was recalled to prison, town magistrates…
Hundreds to take part in event RUNNERS are gearing up for the 10th anniversary of the race in memory of Ollie Johnson on Sunday, June 7. Ollie was an…
Detectives appeal for information Police are appealing for information after £1,000 worth of cigarettes were stolen in a burglary at a shop in Kingsclere. The…
Greenham Common couple were 'so kind' A DOG owner has told how a pair of Good Samaritans came to her rescue after her pet, Zeta, was injured and immobilised…
Accused due in court today A MAN was due to appear in court today (Saturday) charged with attempted murder following an incident at the Szechuan…
First Ofsted report into Hungerford-based establishment A CENTRE which caters for young children from Hungerford, Kintbury and the Lambourn Valley needs…
Attractions around the district Bucklebury Boot Bazaar in The Old Vicarage Field next to St Mary the Virgin Church, 2pm until 5pm. Teas, cakes, plants…
Setback in battle against HGVs HUGE lorries can legally ignore a 7.5 tonne weight limit on Dark Lane in Hungerford – provided they have a “justified…
Licence returned early despite second conviction A MAN twice convicted for drink driving got his licence back early as Newbury magistrates told him: “It’s…
Historic visit to Newbury THE daughter of a fatal IRA bomb blast victim is coming to Newbury to address the West Berkshire Peace and Integration Forum. On…
'I came to England to work' claims defendant A MAN who came to England to find work stole nearly £1,000 worth of spirits from a Newbury store, town…
'Feelings running very high' after criticism from Town and Manor over wildlife WATER abstraction and cow grazing are the real culprits for the degradation…
Driver who was nearly more than four times the legal limit argued he should be acquitted A COMMUNITY stalwart who tried to avoid a drink-driving conviction…
Villagers could seek judicial review over plan to pump semi-treated sewage in Lambourn A STANDOFF over a “permit to pollute” the River Lambourn…
Sunday activities roundup IT’S DAY two of the Highclere Country Show today at Highclere Castle. Famed for its stunning backdrop, the Highclere Country…
'Deeply embarrassed and ashamed" man fined A DRIVER knocked down a policeman with his car as he fled from the officer, Newbury magistrates heard. Ross…
Former partner tipped off by debt collectors A woman secretly opened an account in her ex-partner’s name – then went on a shopping spree,…