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Kintbury seven-year-old crowned British grass track champion

Kintbury seven-year-old crowned British grass track champion

A KINTBURY youngster has achieved his dream of being crowned Auto Cadet British Grass track Champion' - at just seven-years-old. Max Perry achieved the…


New site for Thatcham fireworks?

New site for Thatcham fireworks?

THATCHAM’s Firework Display could be launching from a new site this year. Last year’s display was held at the Memorial Playing Field after local resident…


"Heartbroken" phone company may close doors in Newbury

"Heartbroken" phone company may close doors in Newbury

Two phone shops in Newbury are under threat from closure, after the company announced it was entering administration as of this morning. Phones 4 U employs…


Magic, disco and more at Aldermaston event for Ghana charity

Magic, disco and more at Aldermaston event for Ghana charity

A FUNTASTIC family fundraiser is being held in aid of Ramsbury-based charity Action Through Enterprise (ATE) later this month. Ramsbury resident and former…


Newbury electricians fined for duping client

Newbury electricians fined for duping client

A PAIR of Newbury electricians must pay nearly £3,000 between them for deceiving a customer. Jamie Warren, aged 25, formerly of Avon Way, and 31-year-old…


Game, set, match for Hungerford juniors

Game, set, match for Hungerford juniors

HUNGERFORD Tennis Club has hosted its annual Junior Tournament. Four trophies were hotly fought over.Club chairman Chris Dodd said "This was a great day…


Cricket team leaves ground over lack of facilities

Cricket team leaves ground over lack of facilities

PLANS for the future of Burghclere Sports Club came under the spotlight at a village meeting last week, where it was revealed the village cricket team…


Free school meal figures "impressive"

Free school meal figures "impressive"

The free school meals initiative that was launched at the start of the school term last week across West Berkshire, saw more than 700 more pupils eating…


Danger dogs destroyed after rampage

Danger dogs destroyed after rampage

TWO people needed hospital treatmentl after a pair of terriers, including an illegal American pit bull, went on the rampage, a court heard. One victim…


Hungerford out and Thatcham hit at home

Hungerford out and Thatcham hit at home

HUNGERFORD skidded out of the FA Cup at their first hurdle to end local interest in the competition for another year. They were made to pay for wasting…


Chance to try hand at one of England’s oldest sports today

Chance to try hand at one of England’s oldest sports today

FANCY having a go at Eton Fives, one of England’s oldest sports? Newbury Fives Club is starting its second season at St Bartholomew’s School, Newbury…


Thatcham level crossing app goes live

Thatcham level crossing app goes live

A SCHEME to help frustrated motorists at Thatcham level crossing launched last week. The level crossing has been a notorious congestion hotspot in the…


Chieveley school gets top award

Chieveley school gets top award

A West Berkshire school was awarded the bronze Simple Quality Protects award at a ceremony held on Tuesday; an award which recognises good policy, administrative…


Victory at last for Cobbs' play barn bid

Victory at last for Cobbs' play barn bid

THERE were celebrations at Cobbs Farm and Kitchen after a lengthy battle to build an on-site play barn ended in final victory. The unanimous decision…


What's on Sunday

What's on Sunday

The big event of the day will be held at Ufton Court from 11am to 4pm where there will be a Family Open Day, with plenty to do for all the family. Activities…


Saffy the staffy seeks new home

Saffy the staffy seeks new home

Dogs Trust Newbury is appealing for an owner to care for a four-year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Assistant manager at Dogs Trust Newbury, Jenny Hopkins,…


M4 Car fire causes major delay

M4 Car fire causes major delay

MOTORISTS faced a major delay on the the M4 today (Saturday) after smoke from a car fire closed two lanes. The driver of a Mercedes Estate called the…


Beer festival at the top of Saturday's events

Beer festival at the top of Saturday's events

BEER lovers are in for a treat this weekend – as the popular Newbury Real Ale Festival returns to Northcroft Fields today (Saturday) This year there will…


Tadley man helps secure England victory in home countries clay pigeon competition

Tadley man helps secure England victory in home countries clay pigeon competition

A TADLEY man helped secure victory for England in a clay pigeon shooting competition between Great Britain's home countries over the August bank holiday…


Crowds flock to the Aldermaston and Wasing Show

Crowds flock to the Aldermaston and Wasing Show

PEOPLE turned out in force to help the Aldermaston and Wasing Show celebrate another successful year. The annual event has its roots during the Second…


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