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Griff Rhys Jones to star in political comedy I’m Sorry, Prime Minister

08 May 2025
Griff Rhys Jones to star in political comedy I’m Sorry, Prime Minister

Griff Rhys Jones to star in political comedy I’m Sorry, Prime Minister

08 May 2025

The final chapter of the satirical sitcom is coming to the stage next year. Here’s how to get tickets.


6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

08 May 2025
6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

08 May 2025

West Berks businesses have won six of the 21 categories in lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos’ Berkshire awards.


Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

08 May 2025
Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

08 May 2025

A man who denies sexually abusing an eight-year-old child has branded her an ‘attention seeker’.


Watch the moment fire took hold in Thatcham house

07 May 2025
Watch the moment fire took hold in Thatcham house

Watch the moment fire took hold in Thatcham house

07 May 2025

Fire crews battled a huge blaze which spread to a number of properties in Thatcham last night.


Teen charged with GBH on police following major public order incident in Thatcham

07 May 2025
Teen charged with GBH on police following major public order incident in Thatcham

Teen charged with GBH on police following major public order incident in Thatcham

07 May 2025

A teenager has been charged in connection with a serious public order incident in Thatcham town centre last October.


Never say never - but Hungerford’s Helen Simpson says her eighth mayoral term will be her last

07 May 2025
Never say never - but Hungerford’s Helen Simpson says her eighth mayoral term will be her last

Never say never - but Hungerford’s Helen Simpson says her eighth mayoral term will be her last

07 May 2025

Town councillor Helen Simpson has been voted in as mayor of Hungerford for her eighth term - and she says it is her last.


Warning issued as men posing as police stop and search boys

07 May 2025
Warning issued as men posing as police stop and search boys

Warning issued as men posing as police stop and search boys

07 May 2025

Imposters have searched children, while posing as police officers in Newbury.


A new celebrity podcast is lifting the lid on the real stories and faces behind Britain’s beloved pubs

07 May 2025
A new celebrity podcast is lifting the lid on the real stories and faces behind Britain’s beloved pubs

A new celebrity podcast is lifting the lid on the real stories and faces behind Britain’s beloved pubs

07 May 2025

Hear true tales from the other side of the bar with First Dates’ Merlin Griffiths and glamour model Jodie Kidd.


Stalker ordered to do unpaid work

07 May 2025
Stalker ordered to do unpaid work

Stalker ordered to do unpaid work

07 May 2025

A man has been sentenced for a stalking offence.


Guilty: paedophile lorry driver convicted of child sex abuse

06 May 2025
Guilty: paedophile lorry driver convicted of child sex abuse

Guilty: paedophile lorry driver convicted of child sex abuse

06 May 2025

A jury has convicted a paedophile lorry driver of sexually abusing children aged six to 15 years.


Newbury company director took his own life after experiencing ‘money troubles’, coroner rules

06 May 2025
Newbury company director took his own life after experiencing ‘money troubles’, coroner rules

Newbury company director took his own life after experiencing ‘money troubles’, coroner rules

06 May 2025

A Newbury company director was found hanged after experiencing ‘money troubles’, a coroner has ruled.


My Newbury: Grazing pals in Beenham

06 May 2025
My Newbury: Grazing pals in Beenham

My Newbury: Grazing pals in Beenham

06 May 2025

This picture was taken by Marian Mears in Beenham.


School bridges age divide to support environment

05 May 2025
School bridges age divide to support environment

School bridges age divide to support environment

05 May 2025

A Newbury primary school has taken part in a new initiative with a Brazilian charity to bring pupils and care home residents together.


Man admits GBH assault

05 May 2025
Man admits GBH assault

Man admits GBH assault

05 May 2025

A man has been convicted of assault causing grievous bodily harm.


Motorist drank more than three times alcohol limit

05 May 2025
Motorist drank more than three times alcohol limit

Motorist drank more than three times alcohol limit

05 May 2025

A motorist was caught behind the wheel after drinking more than three times the legal limit.


Readers’ views: ‘Why such short notice of such a major disruption?’

05 May 2025
Readers’ views: ‘Why such short notice of such a major disruption?’

Readers’ views: ‘Why such short notice of such a major disruption?’

05 May 2025

Here are a selection of letters to the editor of the Newbury Weekly News.


Mocha mousse to vintage rings: The defining bridal trends of 2025

04 May 2025
Mocha mousse to vintage rings: The defining bridal trends of 2025

Mocha mousse to vintage rings: The defining bridal trends of 2025

04 May 2025

Heading to a wedding? Here’s what’s officially ‘in’ for spring/summer 25


Villager awaits sentencing for £135,000 fraud

04 May 2025
Villager awaits sentencing for £135,000 fraud

Villager awaits sentencing for £135,000 fraud

04 May 2025

A fraudster has been committed to the crown court for sentencing.


Housing arson suspect sent to crown court

03 May 2025
Housing arson suspect sent to crown court

Housing arson suspect sent to crown court

03 May 2025

A suspected arsonist has been remanded in custody.


Cars, chancellors and royals: Have a go at the best weekend quiz on the internet

03 May 2025
Cars, chancellors and royals: Have a go at the best weekend quiz on the internet

Cars, chancellors and royals: Have a go at the best weekend quiz on the internet

03 May 2025

Put your general knowledge to the test with the Saturday Social - the ultimate pub quiz.


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