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Movember in memory of Gareth

Movember in memory of Gareth

Silchester widow smashed goal of raising £100 for every year of Gareth's life THE widow of a popular Silchester man who died unexpectedly at home in July…


Newbury nightclub boss speaks out

Newbury nightclub boss speaks out

Owner says the Vault will become a permanent fixture in the town THE opening night of a new nightclub in Newbury’s Kennet Shopping centre had to…


Thatcham's Santa fun on the run

Thatcham's Santa fun on the run

Rain doesn't stop play as hundreds make a dash for charity OH the weather outside was frightful, but Thatcham Santas were keen and sprightful... Around …


Man is jailed for burglary

Man is jailed for burglary

'The courts take a dim view of those who make the decision to commit these offences' A NEWBURY man has been jailed for two years and five months for burglary. Paul…


Council will get £1.17m from new homes

Council will get £1.17m from new homes

Cash is part of deal with developers over 100 homes project WEST Berkshire Council will pocket around £1.17m in Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)…


Young Lady offers huge potential as family dog

Young Lady offers huge potential as family dog

18-month old German Shepherd is slowly coming out of her shell LOVELY Lady, an 18-month-old German shepherd who is slowly coming out of her shell and…


Over 80s parcels delivered with thanks

Over 80s parcels delivered with thanks

Schoolchildren and local organisations hand out nearly 2,000 food packages for the elderly SATURDAY saw nearly 2,000 food parcels delivered to residents…


Teen motorist led police on car chase to avoid drugs bust

Teen motorist led police on car chase to avoid drugs bust

Andrew Owen fled, leaving his girlfriend to face the music A TEENAGE motorist led police on a car chase because he had drugs on him. Andrew Owen fled…


Winners of Best Dressed Christmas Window announced

Winners of Best Dressed Christmas Window announced

54 businesses competed for prize IT’S the ultimate festive prize they all wanted to get their hands on – and now the winners of the Best Dressed…


CCTV images released of missing Thatcham man

CCTV images released of missing Thatcham man

Steve Holland was last seen in Newbury a week ago Police have renewed their appeal in a bid to find missing Steve Holland, who was last seen a week…


Man accused of killing Thatcham woman dies

Man accused of killing Thatcham woman dies

John Wright was due to appear at Crown Court today (Friday) THE man accused of murdering a 25-year-old Thatcham woman has died in custody.  John…


Second major Sandleford Park application refused

Second major Sandleford Park application refused

Council turns down plan for 1,000 homes weeks after rejecting 2,000 home plan A CONTROVERSIAL planning application to build 1,000 new homes at Sandleford…


Racing yards a win-win for jobs and road safety

Racing yards a win-win for jobs and road safety

Two new facilities have 'boosted demand for stabling' Two new racing yards in Upper Lambourn will be a boost for both jobs and road safety, as well as…


It's win at all costs for Blues

It's win at all costs for Blues

Trip to lowly Lydney sets a testing end to the year NEWBURY BLUES set out on Saturday to avoid ending a memorable year on a low note by tumbling into…


End of an era as legendary horse trainer Peter Walwyn dies

End of an era as legendary horse trainer Peter Walwyn dies

Community bids sad but fond farewell to the 'King of Lambourn' THE horseracing community, and Lambourn in particular, is in mourning following the death…


The best of the West

The best of the West

West Berkshire Community Champions are recognised for their inspirational work INSPIRATIONAL people from across West Berkshire have been recognised for…


Three West Berkshire banks set to close next year

Three West Berkshire banks set to close next year

NatWest says closures are in response to changes in banking habits THREE NatWest branches in West Berkshire are set to close next year.  Branches…


Christmas cheats

Christmas cheats

Quick and easy ideas to take the fuss out of festive fare Christmas equals stress for cooks. Especially if you have hordes of family and friends to cater…


College rowers make indoor mark

College rowers make indoor mark

Rossiter claims bronze at Velodrome PANGBOURNE College’s Edward Digby won a gold medal at the British Indoor Rowing Championships at the Olympic…


“Sleep tight beautiful, shine bright, you’ll forever be in our hearts”

“Sleep tight beautiful, shine bright, you’ll forever be in our hearts”

Family pay tribute to "amazing" Janine Bowater The family of Janine Bowater, whose body was found in Thatcham on Tuesday morning, have paid tribute to…


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