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Fun and funds at Cold Ash Ball

Fun and funds at Cold Ash Ball

THE 2014 Cold Ash Ball returned for another successful outing this month. The event, held at the Regency Park Hotel on October 4, saw more than 200 people…


"It was a massive stepping stone for us," say Concept of X Factor experience

"It was a massive stepping stone for us," say Concept of X Factor experience

CONCEPT have described their time on the X Factor as “surreal and incredible” in an interview with the Newbury Weekly News. The boyband, made up of Ben…


Driver hospitalised in Streatley collision

Driver hospitalised in Streatley collision

A MAN in his 30s was hospitalised following a road traffic collision in Streatley this afternoon (Thursday). Crews from Dee Road and Caversham Road were…


County crown for St. Bart's

County crown for St. Bart's

LACROSSE: ST. BART’S senior lacrosse team won the Berkshire County tournament for the first time at Downe House on Saturday after seeing off competition…


Wounded return for Trowbridge visit

Wounded return for Trowbridge visit

NEWBURY BLUES bid to return to winning ways when they entertain newly promoted Trowbridge for the first time at Monks Lane on Saturday. A squad shorn…


Teenage girl grabbed in Thatcham

Teenage girl grabbed in Thatcham

AN investigation has been launched after a 13-year-old girl was grabbed by a man in Thatcham. The teenager was approached by the man as she was walking…


Man stabbed in Newbury last night (Wednesday)

Man stabbed in Newbury last night (Wednesday)

A MAN has been hospitalised after being stabbed in Newbury last night. The 29-year-old was walking along the canal tow path between Greenham Mill Bridge…


Insufficient staff saw 15 women turned away from Reading maternity unit in August

Insufficient staff saw 15 women turned away from Reading maternity unit in August

EXPECTANT mothers in labour could not be admitted to the Royal Berkshire Hospital’s maternity unit on several occasions in August, with staff shortages…


Three-year-old Chieveley youngster in Christmas card competition

Three-year-old Chieveley youngster in Christmas card competition

A BUDDING young artist at Chieveley Pre-School has secured a place in a national Christmas art competition after impressing judges with this cheeky reindeer.…


NWN launches 118th Over 80s Christmas Parcel Appeal

NWN launches 118th Over 80s Christmas Parcel Appeal

THE Newbury Weekly News Over 80s Christmas Parcel Appeal was launched for the 118th time at Sainsbury’s in Newbury on Tuesday morning. There to wish it…


Man denies causing actress' death by danger driving

Man denies causing actress' death by danger driving

A MAN has appeared in court charged with killing a Great Shefford actress by his dangerous driving. Katherine Howard, aged 32, died at the scene when…


In this week's Newbury Weekly News...

In this week's Newbury Weekly News...

IN this week’s Newbury Weekly News, Thames Valley Police announced they would be cutting their estate by more than a third to make savings of over £40m.…


Thatcham Festival returns this weekend

Thatcham Festival returns this weekend

THATCHAM’s Festival of Arts and Leisure returns this weekend, sparking two weeks of events and activities in the town. There will be plenty to see and…


Kids teach adults a thing or two

Kids teach adults a thing or two

What We Did on Our Holiday (12a)Running time 95 minutesRating:***When English people go to Scotland – which thanks to a recent vote, they can continue…


Newbury recognised as a safe place to socialise

Newbury recognised as a safe place to socialise

YOU might have thought it for some time; but Newbury town centre has been officially recognised as a safe place to work and socialise. The accolade comes…


Berkshire Community Foundation celebrates raising £730,000

Berkshire Community Foundation celebrates raising £730,000

BERKSHIRE Community Foundation gave more than £730,000 to local charities and community groups in 2013/14, but lacked funds to satisfy a total of £3m…


Driver over the limit - but did not realise insurance was needed

Driver over the limit - but did not realise insurance was needed

A NEWBURY man who had no licence or insurance was almost double the legal drink drive limit when stopped by police, magistrates heard. Clare Barclay,…


Alcohol delivery on the cards as Domino's applies for licence

Alcohol delivery on the cards as Domino's applies for licence

ALCOHOL could soon be delivered to your front door with your takeaway pizza order if Domino’s Pizza is successful in its application for an alcohol licence.…


Hungerford historian offers WW1 insight tonight (Wednesday)

Hungerford historian offers WW1 insight tonight (Wednesday)

THE Kennet Valley's contribution during the First World War can be explored in a new book, that you can have signed tonight. Hungerford historian Roger…


Public to get power of review for failed anti-social behaviour cases

Public to get power of review for failed anti-social behaviour cases

The public will soon be able to call for a review if they feel a complaint of anti-social behaviour has not been properly investigated or resolved by…


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