In this week's NWN

Vine and Craven hunt, flood scheme, petrol vouchers and more

IN the last NWN of 2011, an 11th hour reprieve for the Newbury Flood Alleviation scheme looks to have saved the project from collapse, protecting hundreds of homes and businesses in the process.

Christmas in Newbury has been declared a roaring success, with trade and footfall up according to traders.

The horse racing world was mourning one of its own this week after Joanne Winter, daughter of the legendary Lambourn trainer the late Fred Winter, was found dead at her home.

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We also have updates on the fate of Greenacre Leisure Centre, new plans for John O'Gaunt school, Goring library, and coverage of the Boxing Day Vine and Craven Boxing Day.

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