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A popular charity-led café has been shortlisted for a community award.

Apollo Big Band soloist delivers at Stockcross.

New comic play by Irish playwright Frank McGuinness reviewed at Oxford Playhouse.

A local author delivers a talk on his new book at Donnington Grove.

Hundreds attended the club's annual railway exhibition last weekend.

The Sleeping Sword run at the Bagnor theatre reviewed.

Rehearsals begin for Corn Exchange Christmas panto Jack and the Beanstalk.

West Country legends and formidable folk singer Miranda Sykes have finally returned to the gig circuit.

Described as one of the great success stories of Newbury, the Waterside Centre has held its official opening ceremony.

The queen of crafting, Dragon and Strictly star, is taking to the road to give you tricks and tips.

Lifecyle Software held a paddling challenge of over 11 miles to raise money for Berkshire Youth's Waterside Centre.

A village fireworks display returned at the weekend.

Lot to be auctioned in Newbury this month.

'As tight a unit as has ever appeared on the ACE Space stage'.

A range of beautiful crafts and gifts on offer.

Pick of six from children's book reviewer CAROLINE FRANKLIN.

Dare, with support, Troy Redfern at Arlington Arts, review by Brian Harrington.

Compton Players' light-hearted romp Happy Acres reviewed.

A number of secondary school pupils in Thatcham have become published writers.

Major government investment announced in move to 'level up'.