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New dropped kerb for Woolton Hill footpath

A dropped kerb is to be installed next to the footpath across the Woolton Hill village field to make it easier to access.

Scheme for homes and business hub in Burghclere expected

Scheme for homes and business hub in Burghclere expected

Plans are afoot for a 15-home development in Burghclere, complete with a new business hub.

Man arrested after thefts from vehicles in North Hampshire

11 April 2022

Man arrested after thefts from vehicles in North Hampshire

11 April 2022

A man has been arrested after a number of thefts from motor vehicles in rural North Hampshire.

Scheme submitted for new care home

Scheme submitted for new care home

Plans have been submitted for a new 67-bed residential care home in Newbury.

Rival parties to target Conservative seats in upcoming Basingstoke and Deane election

Rival parties to target Conservative seats in upcoming Basingstoke and Deane election

This year’s elections are just four weeks away as Basingstoke and Deane minority parties look to make a dent into last year’s Conservative majority.

'Outrage' after new picnic table in community orchard stolen

'Outrage' after new picnic table in community orchard stolen

Kingsclere Parish Council has expressed its 'outrage' after a new picnic table installed in the community orchard was stolen.

Newbury college and businesses team up for autism awareness

Newbury college and businesses team up for autism awareness

Newbury College and University Centre have teamed up with organisations to encourage employers to create a society that works for autistic people.

Safety concerns over new junction and link road plans in Newbury

Safety concerns over new junction and link road plans in Newbury

A new link road connecting Hectors Way and Kings Road through the new Sterling Estate has taken a step forward, but safety concerns have been raised.

Police appeal after man exposes himself in park

Police appeal after man exposes himself in park

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following incidents of exposure in Thatcham.

'Wave' of vandalism at Newbury play areas could force them to close

'Wave' of vandalism at Newbury play areas could force them to close

Newbury playgrounds could be forced to close after a 'wave' of vandalism and graffiti across the town.

Vicar of Dibley co-writer Paul Mayhew-Archer performs special Newbury show for Parkinson's

Vicar of Dibley co-writer Paul Mayhew-Archer performs special Newbury show for Parkinson's

Newbury residents were treated to a special evening as Paul Mayhew-Archer MBE performed a one-man show to raise awareness of Parkinson’s.

Popular spa Laurabella is the best in the country

06 April 2022

Popular spa Laurabella is the best in the country

06 April 2022

A popular North Hampshire spa can treat itself after scooping the ‘Best Spa’ honour at the England Business Awards.

Kingsclere Claws and Paws closes

05 April 2022

Kingsclere Claws and Paws closes

05 April 2022

The Kingsclere branch of pet supply shop Claws and Paws has shut its doors for the final time after just 16 months in the village.

Police track down Newbury shoplifter in Bracknell

03 April 2022

Police track down Newbury shoplifter in Bracknell

03 April 2022

The Newbury Policing Team have shown there’s nowhere to hide for local criminals after tracking a woman down in Bracknell for shoplifting in Newbury.

Parish council to target non-compliant graves at village cemetery

Parish council to target non-compliant graves at village cemetery

A councillor has warned the council was in a 'no-win' situation as it agreed to clamp down on graves which are non-compliant with the cemetery rules.

Police appeal for witnesses after man exposes himself to woman in park

Police appeal for witnesses after man exposes himself to woman in park

A 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure in Newbury.

Hundreds sign up to Autism Alert Card scheme

Hundreds sign up to Autism Alert Card scheme

Hundreds of autistic people across the Thames Valley have signed up to a scheme that helps break down barriers to communicating with autistic people.

Trinity School pupils get creative for art exhibition

Trinity School pupils get creative for art exhibition

Students at the Trinity School in Newbury displayed all their creative talent as the school held its annual Art, Design and Technology exhibition.

Gala fundraiser to save popular Kingsclere building 24 Swan Street from developers

Gala fundraiser to save popular Kingsclere building 24 Swan Street from developers

A 200-strong cast of talent is joining together in an all-singing and dancing charity event to save 24 Swan Street from being sold to developers.

Family bake sale for Ukraine is tasty success

Family bake sale for Ukraine is tasty success