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Chaos expected as A34 and M4 see closures and delays this weekend

15 November 2013
Chaos expected as A34 and M4 see closures and delays this weekend

Chaos expected as A34 and M4 see closures and delays this weekend

15 November 2013

MOTORISTS are being reminded to expect long diversions and severe delays on parts of the A34 and M4 this weekend. From 10pm tonight (Friday, November…


Public asked to join in NHS debate in Newbury tonight (Thurs)

14 November 2013
Public asked to join in NHS debate in Newbury tonight (Thurs)

Public asked to join in NHS debate in Newbury tonight (Thurs)

14 November 2013

PEOPLE in West Berkshire are being invited to take part in an important debate in Newbury tonight (Thurs) that will help shape the future of the NHS.Residents,…


Change in luck as Three Horseshoes pub reopens

13 November 2013
Change in luck as Three Horseshoes pub reopens

Change in luck as Three Horseshoes pub reopens

13 November 2013

MORE than 100 people gathered to raise a glass as the Three Horseshoes in Donnington celebrated its official re-launch last week after a complete refurbishment.…


NHS has to change - public asked to join local debate

12 November 2013
NHS has to change - public asked to join local debate

NHS has to change - public asked to join local debate

12 November 2013

People in West Berkshire are being invited to take part in an important debate in Newbury that will help shape the future of the NHS.Residents, patients,…


When a little bit of pain goes a long way..

12 November 2013
When a little bit of pain goes a long way..

When a little bit of pain goes a long way..

12 November 2013

THE thought of hair being ripped from their body is enough to make most of the male population wince - but 15 men selflessly offered themselves up to…


Threat of more service cuts as extra £3m needs to be found

12 November 2013
Threat of more service cuts as extra £3m needs to be found

Threat of more service cuts as extra £3m needs to be found

12 November 2013

THE LEADER of Newbury Town Council has led the criticism of West Berkshire Council’s proposals to cut £11m from its budget over the next two years, saying…


Councillors clash over road maintenance claims

08 November 2013
Councillors clash over road maintenance claims

Councillors clash over road maintenance claims

08 November 2013

WEST Berkshire Council leader Gordon Lundie has blasted claims that it is ‘losing control’ of the district’s road maintenance. Two weeks ago, the Newbury…


Parish council chairman first lawyer filmed

08 November 2013
Parish council chairman first lawyer filmed

Parish council chairman first lawyer filmed

08 November 2013

PEASEMORE Parish Council chairman Alex Cameron made history last week when he became the first barrister to be filmed in the Court of Appeal. Proceedings…


Two Cocks with every reason to crow over new farmhouse

08 November 2013
Two Cocks with every reason to crow over new farmhouse

Two Cocks with every reason to crow over new farmhouse

08 November 2013

TWO years ago they gave up their hectic lifestyle in London’s West End for a quiet life in the idyllic West Berkshire countryside. Venturing into the…


Petition launched for lollipop lady facing possible redundancy

07 November 2013
Petition launched for lollipop lady facing possible redundancy

Petition launched for lollipop lady facing possible redundancy

07 November 2013

A petition to save a lollipop lady facing possible redundancy as part of West Berkshire Council’s £11m proposed cuts has received more than 100 signatures…


Libraries, theatres, public transport, road maintenance, road safety, vulnerable young people and disabled children to bear the brunt of proposed council cuts

07 November 2013
Libraries, theatres, public transport, road maintenance, road safety, vulnerable young people and disabled children to bear the brunt of proposed council cuts

Libraries, theatres, public transport, road maintenance, road safety, vulnerable young people and disabled children to bear the brunt of proposed council cuts

07 November 2013

THE full extent of £11m worth of proposed West Berkshire Council cuts has been outlined - with £3m slashed from front line services including libraries,…


Upper Bucklebury residents reminisces on touring with the stars

05 November 2013
Upper Bucklebury residents reminisces on touring with the stars

Upper Bucklebury residents reminisces on touring with the stars

05 November 2013

HE has shared a recording studio with Freddie Mercury, rubbed shoulders with Led Zeppelin and David Bowie and even attended Elton John’s birthday party.…


Thames Water backs down over East Ilsley generator claims

04 November 2013
Thames Water backs down over East Ilsley generator claims

Thames Water backs down over East Ilsley generator claims

04 November 2013

THAMES Water has backed down over claims that it was unable to build a back-up generator at a pumping station in Compton because of financial restraints…


Police continue search for missing fisherman

04 November 2013
Police continue search for missing fisherman

Police continue search for missing fisherman

04 November 2013

POLICE are continuing to search for a man who went missing in Theale.Steven Stringer was last seen fishing on the River Kennet, off Wigmore Lane, at about…


Royal Berks 'at highest risk' of providing poor care

04 November 2013
Royal Berks 'at highest risk' of providing poor care

Royal Berks 'at highest risk' of providing poor care

04 November 2013

THE Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust will face inspection after being identified as a hospital posing the highest risk of providing poor care.Each…


Diwali, fireworks and Halloween celebrations today in West Berkshire

02 November 2013
Diwali, fireworks and Halloween celebrations today in West Berkshire

Diwali, fireworks and Halloween celebrations today in West Berkshire

02 November 2013

THERE is something to keep the whole family entertained in West Berkshire today.Cultural performances, a Bollywood disco and a four-course Indian buffet…


Despite reputations, A34 and A339 are 'safe' roads

02 November 2013
Despite reputations, A34 and A339 are 'safe' roads

Despite reputations, A34 and A339 are 'safe' roads

02 November 2013

THE A34 and A339 have been classified as a low-risk ‘safe’ roads in new information published by leading road safety companies. The Road Safety Foundation…


"Redundancies inevitable" as West Berkshire Council forced to save £17m

01 November 2013
"Redundancies inevitable" as West Berkshire Council forced to save £17m

"Redundancies inevitable" as West Berkshire Council forced to save £17m

01 November 2013

THERE will be job losses, spending cuts and council tax rises as West Berkshire Council looks to plug a £17million funding shortfall over the next three…


New Enborne farmhouse to be shown on Channel 4 tonight

30 October 2013
New Enborne farmhouse to be shown on Channel 4 tonight

New Enborne farmhouse to be shown on Channel 4 tonight

30 October 2013

TV show Grand Designs will show a new build Enborne farmhouse on Channel 4 at 9pm tonight (Weds).The programme, hosted by Kevin Mcleod, follows ambitious…


Inspirational and talented women recognised in awards

30 October 2013
Inspirational and talented women recognised in awards

Inspirational and talented women recognised in awards

30 October 2013

INSPIRATIONAL local women were recognised for their talents at the seventh Sue Ryder of Achievement Awards last week. This year’s event, which raised…


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