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Reports of earthquake tremors near Newbury

Reports of earthquake tremors near Newbury

UNDERGROUND tremors were reported close to Newbury last night (Tuesday). The British Geological Survey said that people near Newbury had reported feeling…


Thatcham community event dates announced

Thatcham community event dates announced

Dates for two community events in Thatcham have been announced. The town’s Family Fun Day featuring children’s races, community stalls, a car show and…


Public meeting on A339 estate access plans tonight (Weds)

Public meeting on A339 estate access plans tonight (Weds)

QUESTIONS over plans to redevelop Newbury’s London Road Industrial Estate, including a dedicated link road from the A339, can be put directly to West…


Newbury landmark cinema building to house new fitness centre

Newbury landmark cinema building to house new fitness centre

A NEWBURY landmark – the old cinema building in Park Way – is to house a new fitness centre, set to open in March, following a £900,000 refurbishment.…


NHS staff strike suspended after last minute talks

NHS staff strike suspended after last minute talks

Last minute talks held yesterday have temporarily halted a strike for thousands of NHS staff across England in a long-running dispute over pay. UNISON,…


Fun on the cards at Casino-themed Dingley ball

Fun on the cards at Casino-themed Dingley ball

A CASINO, disco and performances from Woolton Hill youngster Emma Lawrence will keep guests entertained at Dingley’s annual spring ball in March. Tickets…


Aldermaston waste fire under investigation - update

Aldermaston waste fire under investigation - update

AN investigation has been launched following reports of smoke from a commercial property blowing across a main road in West Berkshire. Public health officers…


World's End suspected arson destroys farm buildings, cars and mobile homes

World's End suspected arson destroys farm buildings, cars and mobile homes

FARM buildings, mobile homes, and cars were destroyed in a raging fire - a suspected arson - in World’s End, Chieveley during the early hours of this…


Newbury Speaker's presents community speechcraft award

Newbury Speaker's presents community speechcraft award

A local organisation that supports people to be better communicators and leaders held its annual awards ceremony recently, revealing the winner of its…


More parking for Theale retirement flats

More parking for Theale retirement flats

EXTRA parking spaces are to be added to recently-approved plans for retirement flats in Theale. West Berkshire Council had approved Beechcroft Developments…


Special educational needs support under threat in drive to reduce costs

Special educational needs support under threat in drive to reduce costs

Equipment for pupils with special educational needs, language and literacy support services and training for mainstream schools teaching SEN pupils are…


Supermarket worker 'stole to fund lifestyle'

Supermarket worker 'stole to fund lifestyle'

A SUPERMARKET customer adviser systematically stole from his employers to “live a lifestyle he couldn’t afford,” Newbury magistrates heard. Jay Michael…


Thatcham praised for high Poppy Appeal total

Thatcham praised for high Poppy Appeal total

THE people of Thatcham have been thanked for their generosity after raising nearly £30,000 for last year’s Poppy Appeal. They raised £29,8889.58, which…


Police seize cocaine and ecstasy in swoop on A34 vehicle near Burghclere

Police seize cocaine and ecstasy in swoop on A34 vehicle near Burghclere

POLICE have seized a large amount of cocaine and ecstasy, after swooping on a vehicle on the A34 near Burghclere. According to Hampshire Constabulary,…


Female motorist assaulted in Newbury

Female motorist assaulted in Newbury

A WOMAN was hit in the back of the head and grabbed while waiting at Newbury's Robin Hood roundabout at the weekend. The 21-year-old pulled up on her…


Pogo Pandemonium at Newbury Racecourse raises £7,200

Pogo Pandemonium at Newbury Racecourse raises £7,200

A POGO Challenge held at Newbury Racecourse on Saturday evening (Jan 24), proved a huge success, raising thousands of pounds for spinal research. Top…


Vote for Fiona

Vote for Fiona

Newbury-based composer Fiona Bennett is listed among some of the world’s finest composers in this year’s Classic FM ‘Hall of Fame’ competition.Every Easter,…


Ollie's Many Clouds in festival booster

Ollie's Many Clouds in festival booster

RACING: Oliver Sherwood’s Many Clouds stoked up hopes of as golden Cheltenham festival lining when winning the BetBright Cup at the course on Saturday.…


Tadley stroll on at the top

Tadley stroll on at the top

[caption id="attachment_108830" align="alignright" width="221"] Brett Denham - another brace[/caption] TADLEY CALLEVA tightened their grip at the top…


Hungerford grateful for the points

Hungerford grateful for the points

Banbury Utd 1 Hungerford Town 2 HUNGERFORD will go into Tuesday night’s home game with title contenders Weymouth, grateful for coming away from bottom…


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