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West Berkshire remembers the day the war ended

West Berkshire remembers the day the war ended

Thousands of people poured on to the streets in Britain to celebrate the end of the war 80 years ago.

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Petition launched as council approves plan to collect bins every 3 weeks

Petition launched as council approves plan to collect bins every 3 weeks

Petition launched as council approves plan to collect bins every 3 weeks

A petition has been launched to stop the council from changing the frequency of bin collections.

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Refused plans to turn house into therapy clinic resubmitted

Refused plans to turn house into therapy clinic resubmitted

Refused plans to turn house into therapy clinic resubmitted

A proposal to turn a house in Thatcham into a one-bedroom flat and consulting rooms for a counselling service has been resubmitted.

What’s on this week

What’s on this week

What’s on this week

Community events in and around Newbury

West Berkshire Dad of the Year

Win a Spa Experience for two at The Retreat

This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist

This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist

This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist

A bumper week for events with the start of Spring Festival and Open Studios.

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

West Berks businesses have won six of the 21 categories in lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos’ Berkshire awards.

Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

Accused brands alleged child sex abuse victim an ‘attention seeker’

A man who denies sexually abusing an eight-year-old child has branded her an ‘attention seeker’.

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People share their memories of end of WWII, 80 years on

People share their memories of end of WWII, 80 years on

People share their memories of end of WWII, 80 years on

Today (Thursday) marks 80 years since the Second World War ended in Europe.

The Bubble Show is coming…

The Bubble Show is coming…

The Bubble Show is coming…

Journey through the awe-inspiring story of the origins of Bubbleland as it’s brought to life in a dazzling display of soap and water.
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NATIONAL NEWS

Trade-related concerns ‘still need to be addressed’ after UK-US deal – Forbes

Trade-related concerns ‘still need to be addressed’ after UK-US deal – Forbes

Trade-related concerns ‘still need to be addressed’ after UK-US deal – Forbes

Scotland’s Deputy First Minister said it was ‘disappointing’ that devolved governments had not been told the agreement was imminent.
Speaker berates minister after he suggests delaying statement on UK-US deal

Speaker berates minister after he suggests delaying statement on UK-US deal

Speaker berates minister after he suggests delaying statement on UK-US deal

Sir Lindsay Hoyle made accusations that MPs had been told to ‘go home as there would be no statement’.
No drop in food standards, says Government as UK-US deal opens up beef trade

No drop in food standards, says Government as UK-US deal opens up beef trade

No drop in food standards, says Government as UK-US deal opens up beef trade

The National Farmers’ Union said it appreciated the Government’s efforts on maintaining high standards.
Murder accused claimed he hid in attic after he was attacked by wife

Murder accused claimed he hid in attic after he was attacked by wife

Murder accused claimed he hid in attic after he was attacked by wife

Richard Satchwell, 58, is accused of murdering his wife Tina Satchwell at their home in 2017.
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SPORT

Bird happy with progress ahead of Falkland season opener

Bird happy with progress ahead of Falkland season opener

‘I think it’s good to face someone that challenging early on’
NWX seal unbeaten treble with Lambourn Cup triumph

NWX seal unbeaten treble with Lambourn Cup triumph

They ran out 3-0 winners against Diamond FC
Falkland to face early test as cricket season gets underway

Falkland to face early test as cricket season gets underway

Local sides have high hopes for the summer
Nine in a row for Crucible in Newbury Snooker League

Nine in a row for Crucible in Newbury Snooker League

It was a well deserved 5-3 win against Paggies Bar
Kennet Basketball announce open trials as club expands

Kennet Basketball announce open trials as club expands

The trials take place on Saturday 10th at Newbury College
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BUSINESS

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

6 West Berkshire businesses named best in the county in lifestyle awards

West Berks businesses have won six of the 21 categories in lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos’ Berkshire awards.
Stunning reception to thank NWN Best in Business Awards sponsors and winners

Stunning reception to thank NWN Best in Business Awards sponsors and winners
Community to lose post office

Community to lose post office
Newbury pub set for facelift under new tenant

Newbury pub set for facelift under new tenant

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POLL: What’s the best pub beer garden in West Berks and North Hants?

POLL: What’s the best pub beer garden in West Berks and North Hants?
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Lifestyle

The Bubble Show is coming…

The Bubble Show is coming…

Journey through the awe-inspiring story of the origins of Bubbleland as it’s brought to life in a dazzling display of soap and water.
What’s on this week

What’s on this week
This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist

This week’s Arts & Entertainment hitlist
Enborne circus proprietor pushes for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status

Enborne circus proprietor pushes for UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status
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