Pair reportedly hare coursing with dogs TWO men have been arrested for hunting in Hungerford. The men, aged 19 and 22, were arrested following a report…
Firefighters advise having chimneys regularly swept FIREFIGHTERS today (Thurs) returned to the scene of a chimney fire at a Yattendon pub yesterday afternoon. One…
Strong smell of burning at scene SEVERAL fire engines were called to industrial offices in Theale this morning (Thursday), after a faulty light fitting…
Winner John O'Gaunt to compete for national prize TEAMS from five West Berkshire schools battled it out last week for the chance to pit their wits against…
IN this week’s Newbury Weekly News, we hear from people who be affected by West Berkshire Council's £17.5m cuts. Libraries, care homes, bus…
Independent report by nuclear watchdog on AWE Aldermaston's safety record A NEW independent report has revealed around two safety related incidents a…
Friends trapped inside, court hears A DRIVER high on drugs careered out of control, rolling the car right over and trapping himself and three friends…
Crisis meeting scheduled HUNGERFORD began mobilising this week as anger over the threat to the town library gave way to action. The bitter backlash has…
Flood alerts lifted affecting River Thames at Pangbourne. The Met Office is still warning that snow is likely during the early hours of tomorrow (Wed)…
January figures released today THE number of people claiming Job Seeker's Allowance in West Berkshire has increased since last month. Figures…
Vehicle destroyed and adjacent car damaged A Thatcham van fire during the early hours of this morning (Wed) was a suspected arson. One pump from Newbury…
Council should work alongside volunteers without politicising any future plans CONCERNS have been raised that the future strategy for Thatcham could become…
Villagers back research fundraisers BAYDON is preparing for this year’s great village bake-off. The annual event helps raise money for research…
100-bed hotel gets thumbs up ahead of crucial meeting tonight Newbury’s first ever Premier Inn hotel is set to be approved, despite councillors…
Treated at scene for smoke inhalation FIREFIGHTERS have struck a cautionary note over the swift and brave actions of a workman, which prevented a Midgham…
District may see the first serious snow fall of the year tomorrow The first serious snow fall of 2016 may sweep through West Berkshire tomorrow (Wednesday)…
Leamington's late double deals Hungerford a promotion blow Hungerford Town 1 Leamington 2 TWO goals in the last 10 minutes marred Hungerford’s home…
Parents organise event following tragic circumstances PUPILS from three local schools spent a day learning about water safety, inspired by tragic circumstances. Beach…
National security must trump AONB concerns, claim applicants A PROJECT to build three large aircraft hangars in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty…
“It’s an amazing place – it’s really part of our history" NEWBURY town councillors have shown their support for the fight to save the Liberty ballroom. The…
