In this week's NWN

Anger at Sandleford plans, a 20-year-old shopkeeper, Dear Santa and Sir Ian McKellen

IN this week's Newbury Weekly News the full scale of local anger over plans to build 2,000 homes on the fields of Sandleford Park is revealed with protests and political mudslinging.

We take an in-depth look at the issues which could see tens of thousands of people moved into the area over the next couple of years.

West Berkshire Council has been accused of bullying after sending a bailiff threat over a business rates bill, and the council is also in the news as it pleads for more money from local business to help with a flood alleviation scheme.

The response so far has been rather wet.

Did your ears decieve you or did you hear Sir Ian McKellen at pantomime in Newbury Corn Exchange?

Pick up a copy of the Newbury Weekly News to find out more.

A new CCTV row has erupted, and a historic 14th century discovery has been made at a church in Aldworth.

We have pictures from Thatcham Christmas lights, get your copy today to see if you made it in.

As Christmas draws nearer be sure to check out our listings to see what is on in your area, along with all the usual arts and features.

The Dear Santa winner has been announced, so don't miss our colourful 20-page supplement.

In eight packed pages of sport a Stockcross youngster has leapt to a world top 10 placing in Tumbling at the World Championships in Birmingham.

Last week's winner is still to claim their prize and there is another £50 free fuel fill-up up for grabs this week.

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