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Police silent over 'hit and run' traffic incident

06 December 2022
Police silent over 'hit and run' traffic incident

Police silent over 'hit and run' traffic incident

06 December 2022

Police have maintained public silence over a reported "hit and run" accident between two vehicles in Hungerford.


New mental health initiative launched

06 December 2022
New mental health initiative launched

New mental health initiative launched

06 December 2022

A Hungerford couple have created a new project to improve people's mental health.


'Commercial' mushroom gangs stripping nature reserves, claims wildlife charity

29 November 2022
'Commercial' mushroom gangs stripping nature reserves, claims wildlife charity

'Commercial' mushroom gangs stripping nature reserves, claims wildlife charity

29 November 2022

Gangs of thieves have been stripping nature reserves of fungi to sell to high end restaurants, a wildlife charity has claimed.


'World class' horserace training facility for Lambourn gets green light after all

25 November 2022
'World class' horserace training facility for Lambourn gets green light after all

'World class' horserace training facility for Lambourn gets green light after all

25 November 2022

A new 'world class' horse racing gallops that was recommended for refusal in Lambourn has been given the go-ahead.


Organisers apologise for last-minute sound issues

23 November 2022
Organisers apologise for last-minute sound issues

Organisers apologise for last-minute sound issues

23 November 2022

It was the climax to a day of free fun which brought tens of thousands of people to Newbury town centre.

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New Chief Constable for Thames Valley Police confirmed

20 November 2022
New Chief Constable for Thames Valley Police confirmed

New Chief Constable for Thames Valley Police confirmed

20 November 2022

The appointment of Jason Hogg as Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police has been confirmed by Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matthew Barber.


Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Flaming hedgehogs!

20 November 2022
Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Flaming hedgehogs!

Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Flaming hedgehogs!

20 November 2022

The wood hedgehog is one of the easiest wild mushrooms to identify – and one of the most beloved by chefs.


Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Porcini: Kings of the forest

19 November 2022
Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Porcini: Kings of the forest

Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire: Porcini: Kings of the forest

19 November 2022

If chanterelles are the queen of the woods, then the mighty cep, or porcino, is king of the forest.


Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire – it's time for chanterelles to shine!

18 November 2022
Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire – it's time for chanterelles to shine!

Wild mushroom foraging in West Berkshire – it's time for chanterelles to shine!

18 November 2022

They are known as 'the queen of the woods' – and these apricot-scented, egg-yolk yellow little gems are fruiting now.


Council cries foul over 'inadequate' Ofsted rating for school

18 November 2022
Council cries foul over 'inadequate' Ofsted rating for school

Council cries foul over 'inadequate' Ofsted rating for school

18 November 2022

West Berkshire Council has lodged a formal complaint with the education watchdog after it branded a village school 'inadequate.'


Who can help fix traditional awning at Newbury's Empire Cafe?

17 November 2022
Who can help fix traditional awning at Newbury's Empire Cafe?

Who can help fix traditional awning at Newbury's Empire Cafe?

17 November 2022

Can you recommend an expert who can help to replace a metal bracket at one of Newbury's oldest buildings?


Peter Stirland Ltd of Hungerford to close next year

17 November 2022
Peter Stirland Ltd of Hungerford to close next year

Peter Stirland Ltd of Hungerford to close next year

17 November 2022

It's the end of an era for Hungerford as family Ford dealership, Peter Stirland Ltd, has announced it is to close.


Pub leads bid to revitalise Bartholomew Street in Newbury

16 November 2022
Pub leads bid to revitalise Bartholomew Street in Newbury

Pub leads bid to revitalise Bartholomew Street in Newbury

16 November 2022

A town pub is bucking the downward trend for hostelries as punters return to Bartholomew Street in Newbury.


Delays on A34 this morning

15 November 2022
Delays on A34 this morning

Delays on A34 this morning

15 November 2022

An accident is causing delays on the northbound carriageway of the A34 this morning, Tuesday, November 15.


It's all change at The Wheatsheaf

10 November 2022
It's all change at The Wheatsheaf

It's all change at The Wheatsheaf

10 November 2022

MasterChef winner taking over at The Wheatsheaf in Chilton Foliat.

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Pensioner's shock as water bill jumps from £90 to £500

09 November 2022
Pensioner's shock as water bill jumps from £90 to £500

Pensioner's shock as water bill jumps from £90 to £500

09 November 2022

Thames Water has promised an investigation over a pensioner's huge monthly bill hike.


Churches provide warmth hubs

08 November 2022
Churches provide warmth hubs

Churches provide warmth hubs

08 November 2022

From this week, Hungerford churches are offering warmth hubs for those struggling to pay their fuel bills.


M4 clear after earlier incident

08 November 2022
M4 clear after earlier incident

M4 clear after earlier incident

08 November 2022

UPDATE: The M4 is now running again after severe traffic congestion earlier this morning.


Police appeal for witnesses following serious traffic accident

06 November 2022
Police appeal for witnesses following serious traffic accident

Police appeal for witnesses following serious traffic accident

06 November 2022

Police have appealed for witnesses following a traffic accident in which a motorcyclist and passenger suffered life-threatening injuries.


All hail to the ale – West Berkshire entries in 2023 Good Beer Guide revealed

02 November 2022
All hail to the ale – West Berkshire entries in 2023 Good Beer Guide revealed

All hail to the ale – West Berkshire entries in 2023 Good Beer Guide revealed

02 November 2022

West Berkshire boasts 12 entries in CAMRA's 2023 Good Beer Guide.


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