NEWS

Vets praised by Strictly Come Dancing star after pet falls ill

A Strictly Come Dancing judge was distressed when one of his pets fell ill last week — until a North Hampshire veterinary clinic stepped in to help.

Man goes on trial for rape

A woman who was allegedly raped by a man she trusted asked afterwards: “Do you realise what you have just done?”

Pub darts marathon raises around £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support

A darts marathon at a pub has raised a whopping sum for cancer care.

Newbury MP Lee Dillon gives his backing to British farming

A celebration of farming was given a seal of approval from Newbury’s MP

Thousands turn out to launch The Base festival at Arts & Crafts fair

THE Base’s two-week celebration of all things arts and crafts was kickstarted with a weekend fair surrounding the Greenham building.

Come throw a pot at City ceramics show

September Ceramics 2024 opens with a hands-on showcase weekend.

Meet TV star Alexander Armstrong at book-signing

His first children’s book has the treasure hunting intrigue of Indiana Jones, the magic of Harry Potter and the epic adventure of Philip Pullman.

Your community needs you

A volunteer centre is making a plea for more volunteers to help keep it thriving – for another 50 years.

Inkpen nature writer and activist Nicola Chester takes the fight to the online Wild Service Book Club discussion

Movement of well-known and award-winning nature writers and environmental activists is a new force for nature.

What not to miss this weekend

The hottest event of the year is about to hit town.

Newbury’s churches en route for fundraising success with Ride + Stride challenge

Churches across West Berkshire are preparing for a deluge of visitors this weekend as part of a special fundraiser.

Frustration for Danny Robinson, as Watts magic not enough for Hungerford Town

A late deflection at Gloucester was an unlucky ending to Tuesday night

Tadley Calleva win 14-0 as positive start continues

Saturday saw them travel to Surrey based Chipstead FC, looking for their fifth win in a row.

Crash and roadworks cause delays on A34

A crash has caused delays on the A34 on the same day as two weeks of roadworks begins.

Time’s up for town centre chain bar

A popular town centre bar will close early next year.

Sammy gets a new bike!

A popular town centre worker has received a new bike after his was recently stolen.

Children’s disability charity marks 10th anniversary

A Thatcham disability charity held its tenth birthday celebrations at the weekend.

How tea and cake will help £30,000 home adaptations for youngster with rare genetic condition

A family seeking to raise £30,000 to help a teenager who has a rare genetic condition are hoping residents will join them for tea and cake.

Big stars turn out for charity cricket clash

Cricket fans gathered at Douai Pavillion for an annual match that sees sports, TV and radio stars showing off their skills with a bat and ball.

Canalside Ablaze this weekend with fire spectacular

Walk the town centre trail of dramatic fire sculptures and live music this weekend as canalside event returns 10 years on.