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Finchwood Park: the next stage of the new Wokingham district approved and sold
The next phase of a 1500 home development in Finchwood Park has been approved with 3 further plots of land sold to a local homebuilder. Cala ... -
Reading FC new signing Mamadou Loum impresses Paul Ince on his debut – Wokingham.Today
Reading FC manager Paul Ince has been impressed with new signing Mamadou Loum despite the Royals’ exit from the Carabao Cup. The Royals fell at the ... -
Hotel announces closure after 20 years in Bracknell
A HOTEL in Bracknell has announced that it will close permanently at the end of the year. The Grange Bracknell Hotel in The Ring has made ... -
Wokingham GP husband blames NHS workload for his death
The husband of a GP who took his own life last week has blamed the ‘unbearable pressure’ of work for his death. Dr Gail Milligan’s husband ... -
Amazon and InPost parcel locker services are set up in Wokingham
A first roll-out of parcel locker services in the borough’s municipal car parks has been completed, Wokingham Borough Council has announced. The installation of InPost and ... -
Sumas claim victory, while Woodley United face double header – Reading Today Online
WOKINGHAM & EMBROOOK warmed up for their season opener with victory in their final game of the preseason. Facing Guildford City away, a brace from Jack ... -
CHAMPIONS: Former Reading FC players feature in England Women’s Euro 2022 victory
Two former Reading FC players starred as the women of England made history by winning Euro 2022. The Lionesses made English football history when they were ... -
Too Good To Go partners with Wokingham Council to reduce food waste
More local businesses are encouraged to join an app that helps reduce food waste, following a partnership agreement with Wokingham Borough Council. Too Good To Go ... -
Thames Valley Buses tests age identification on mobile app
READING Buses’ sister company, Thames Valley Buses, is testing the use of age verification measures on its mobile app. The service provides Boost services to people ... -
Ex-Reading FC star Fran Kirby helps England qualify for Euro 2022 final
Former Reading FC star Fran Kirby scored England’s fourth goal as they cruised past Sweden to progress to the Euro 2022 final. The Lionesses can look ... -
Green work of Anglican churches in Reading and Wokingham honored with new award – Reading Today Online
THE DIOCESE of Oxford, which includes churches in Berkshire, has had its eco-friendly work officially recognised. It has been awarded A Rocha Bronze Eco Diocese status ... -
Bracknell and Wokingham weekly planning roundup
Property owners have again been busy applying for new developments in the boroughs this week. In Bracknell, an application for pre-approval has been submitted which proposes ... -
Development of Wokingham Forest ‘broke planning laws’
Two residents have been ordered to pay court costs to the council after being found guilty of ‘illegally’ storing building materials in a protected forest. Town ... -
Read stories you may have missed last week
Here are five of the best stories you may have missed in the past week. A music festival held in the heart of the Abbey Ruins ... -
Smoke from ‘serious’ wildfire in Yateley could be seen in Wokingham
Smoke from a wildfire near Sandhurst yesterday could be ‘seen as far as Wokingham’. Berkshire Fire Brigade and 15 fire engines were called to tackle the ... -
More food waste bags for Wokingham in a bid to help the environment
Wokingham RESIDENTS are urged to line up their food caddies with an eco-friendly alternative. This is part of Wokingham Borough Council’s efforts to reduce the use ... -
Highfield Princess ready for a globetrotting return
Highfield Princess trainer John Quinn has ambitious plans for the five-year-old mare with the Prix Maurice de Gheest, the Prix de l’Abbaye and the Breeders’ Cup ... -
Wokingham Pride Picnic 2022 – in pictures
FAMILIES enjoyed the sunshine on their way to the Wokingham Pride Picnic. The annual event, at Elms Field, saw many people enjoy dressing up, making new ... -
PLASTIC-FREE HOME: What every party needs to start…
By David Lamont If you have children, you will relate to two things which I will briefly mention. First, wasting many of your long-awaited weekends attending ... -
My Wokingham launches climate action incentive for local businesses with tribe
The organization will participate in the United Nations Framework on Climate Change by working to protect the rainforest Wokingham, UK – Berkshire businesses have a new ... -
Roberts strikes in vain as rain stops game
DESPITE dominating WOKINGHAM with the bat, HENLEY had to settle for a draw as the clock ticked closer and ended any hope of victory in last ... -
Bike thefts: Map shows locations of recent reports in Berkshire
Berkshire bike owners have seen an increase in thefts of their beloved eco-friendly means of transport over the years. From Windsor to Newbury, the number of ... -
How did Berkshire MPs vote in the recent Brexit bill?
Opposition parties have been accused of ‘siding with the EU’ by a Berskhire MP after parliament passed proposals to change parts of the Brexit bill. The ... -
What is the dress code for Henley Regatta and where can you park?
Every year, hundreds of thousands of spectators flock to the Henley Royal Regatta in their finest dresses to watch the races unfold. But for some ticket ... -
Heathrow airport: Spain has new travel rules before Britons fly out on family vacation
Unlike most other countries, Spain still has certain Covid travel requirements in place. With thousands of people vacationing in the country, it’s important to keep up ... -
‘Damaging’ downpours could hit Glastonbury revelers
Glastonbury is at risk of being hit by ‘damaging’ showers with thunderstorms set to hit southern England on Thursday. The Met Office has issued a yellow ... -
Reading ‘miracle boy’ returns home after a year in hospital
A Reading toddler has been dubbed a ‘miracle boy’ after returning from hospital for the first time in a year after suffering cardiac arrest and being ... -
Royal Ascot: Sky Sports Racing Ambassador Hollie Doyle chases classic dream in France on Sunday with Nashwa | Race News
Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle sets out in search of a dream classic debut victory in Sunday’s Prix de Diane at Chantilly, live on Sky ... -
‘He’s gotten better and he’s going to love the trip’ – Saturday’s most telling quotes | Horse racing news
The final day of Royal Ascot has arrived, with the Platinum Jubilee Stakes (4.20) headlining. Here are some of the most telling quotes from the connections ... -
Nintendo urged to investigate known Switch console flaw
Nintendo has been asked to commission an independent investigation into a known issue with Joy-Con controllers on its Switch games console. Consumer group Which? said the ... -
Armed police board TUI flight after passengers waited three hours for takeoff
Armed police boarded a TUI pkane and escorted passengers after they had been seated for three hours awaiting takeoff. Kelly Clarke and her nine-year-old son, Toby, ... -
Pick Your Own Berkshire Strawberry Farm You Must Visit This Summer
With summer upon us, calendars are quickly filling up with trips to the beach and building sand castles, but there’s something else that should have a ... -
Lunch is considered the most boring meal of the day
Lunch has been voted the country’s least favorite meal, according to a new study commissioned by British rice brand Tilda. The survey, carried out in collaboration ... -
Thatcham fire today: What we know so far A4 has closed as firefighters tackle the blaze
Firefighters remain at the scene of a blaze which closed a major road in Berkshire today, Tuesday June 7. Emergency services were called to a commercial ... -
Newbury homes plan set to be rejected by West Berkshire Council
Plans for new homes in a West Berkshire town should be turned down. Bartlett Property Development has requested the demolition of an existing house and the ... -
When is Father’s Day? The date of the annual celebration in 2022
Mother’s Day has passed, and now on the horizon is Father’s Day. Father’s Day arises shortly after Mothering Sunday. It is a day that salutes fathers, ... -
UK rowing coach honored by the Queen
A ROWING coach from Wokingham is among those honored by the Queen as part of her birthday honors this year. Tom Dyson, head of Olympic and ... -
Bracknell raid sees Thames Valley Police make three arrests
Three people, including a 16-year-old boy, have been arrested following a police raid in Berkshire. Thames Valley Police officers executed a warrant in Ogden Park, Bracknell. ... -
Contact makes a good impression at Haydock
A Royal Ascot appearance could be on the cards for Contact after doubling their total for the season in the Betfred Double Delight Handicap at Haydock. ... -
Best Queen’s Platinum Jubilee events in Berkshire including street parties, pubs and a flypast
Events are taking place across the county, as well as across the rest of the UK to mark Her Majesty’s 70 years on the throne. A ... -
Tory MP lists three taxes Boris and Rishi should cut to ease cost of living crisis | Politics | News
Wokingham MP Sir John Redwood has said the Prime Minister and Chancellor should scrap the recent National Insurance hike, suspend VAT on home heating bills and ... -
M4 roadworks this weekend with closure near Slough
Drivers face delays as a seven-mile stretch of the M4 is closed this weekend. The road works are part of the ongoing smart highway project, which ... -
REAL ESTATE AGENT SERVICES FOR RESIDENTIAL CARNIVAL: | Construction Tenders
Tender details Reference ocds-h6vhtk-0338f3 Common procurement vocabulary Real estate agency services on a fee or contract basis Supply method Open procedure Value £200,000 Tender details Reference ... -
Raiders 4×4 drives at high speed across a cricket pitch during a late night police chase in Hurst
Intruders smashed gates and a fence as they rampaged around a cricket pitch and on the grounds of a mansion before fleeing, witnesses said. Wokingham today. ... -
MIDDLE: Mic referee for Reading v Chelsea in the Women’s Super League
Reading FC Women took part in what was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in English professional football. During Reading’s Women’s Super League game against Chelsea, the referee, Emily ... -
Compensation nearly doubles following housing complaints in Wokingham
More than £3,000 in compensation has been paid following a series of housing complaints lodged with Wokingham Borough Council, a Freedom of Information (FOI) request obtained ... -
Slough murder inquest sees three boys arrested after 18-year-old was stabbed to death
Three teenagers have been arrested as a murder investigation continues following the death of an 18-year-old man in Slough. Police and paramedics were called to Trelawney ... -
Aircraft escorted by RAF fighter jets over Reading and London today
A plane escorted by two fighter jets caused a stir as it flew over Reading and Berkshire today (May 5). Many people spotted the planes in ... -
FC Bracknell Wolves U10s celebrate their success in a regional football tournament
FC Bracknell were able to celebrate a weekend of success after the Girls’ Wolves Under-10 side lifted a trophy in a regional tournament. At the start ... -
Interactive map reveals Berkshire’s most dangerous neighborhoods, including parts of Reading Central, Slough and Maidenhead
Reading town center is the most dangerous place in Berkshire, according to crime figures. In the year ending January 2022, Reading Central suffered more crime than ... -
UK to lose £8bn from Covid-induced shrinking workforce | Economy
Britain’s economy will take an £8billion hit this year due to a reduction in the size of the workforce caused by a pandemic-induced rise in health ... -
Jam or cream first? What is the Wokingham way of enjoying cream tea?
IT IS A tradition that turns 360 this year according to the Cream Tea Society… but the question of jam or cream has yet to be ... -
Frustration as Caversham Bridge roadworks which caused traffic chaos to reappear
Residents of Caversham and Reading have grown frustrated with traffic control measures which have reappeared near Caversham Bridge. Temporary traffic lights had been installed on Church ... -
Railway strike could see Berkshire train passengers face travel chaos this summer
Rail services in Berkshire could be disrupted as the ‘biggest rail strike in modern history’ could take place this summer. More than 40,000 railway workers must ... -
Cheapest and most expensive neighborhoods in Reading, Slough, Bracknell and elsewhere in Berkshire
Homeowners in Berkshire will no doubt be curious to know how the cost of their home compares to other areas. If you’re looking to buy a ... -
Churches unite for an evening of prayer and reflection for the people of Ukraine
Six churches came together for an evening of prayer and reflection for the people of Ukraine. Clergy and parishioners of Church of England churches St Mary’s, ... -
Sir John Redwood must sack law-breaking Boris Johnson, says Lib Dem candidate in Wokingham
The MP for WOKINGHAM is set to call for Boris Johnson’s resignation after it was announced he was fined for attending a party when covid rules ... -
“Not knowing why our son died is heartbreaking” The tragic loss of a couple without any answer
Gary and Trinity Tuttle were like every other expectant parent in April 2021: nervous but thrilled to meet their baby. For the couple, this pregnancy was ... -
Fallen tree on M4 causes delays between Wokingham and Maidenhead
A tree fell on the M4 motorway in Berkshire today (Thursday April 7), causing delays. The freeway was partially blocked to traffic on the eastbound carriageway ... -
Reading 2-1 Stoke City: Royals take big step towards Championship safety
READING FC took a step closer to securing the Championship by beating Stoke City. The Royals took the lead through Michael Morrison, only to be caught ... -
MIDDLE: What is the rule on where throw-ins are taken?
Keen-eyed Reading supporters may have noticed in recent games that referees have instructed players where throw-ins should take place. For a while players happily took them ... -
Hockey roundup: South Berkshire Ladies 3s crowned league champions
South Central Women’s Thames 1 SOUTH BERKSHIRE 3s are in celebration mode after winning the league title this weekend. They hit Newbury & Thatcham three times ... -
Reading weather: Met Office hourly forecast for Berkshire towns today
While last week Berkshire received a flurry of good weather, this week is expected to be much milder, with clouds and fog expected to appear on ... -
Berkshire’s best parks for a spring picnic, including one with England’s longest bench
The weather has been amazing in Berkshire recently, especially considering we’ve just come out of winter. Highs of up to 20C were recorded in the county ... -
Wokingham council braces for rising energy costs
Rising energy costs have “tremendously” affected the council, according to the leader of Wokingham Borough Council. As part of its climate emergency action plan, the council ... -
All eyes are on the Wokingham Festival in August
ALL EYES will be at the Wokingham Festival this August bank holiday weekend. Organizers have announced that Dutch progressive rock band Focus will headline the Cantley ... -
Ex-Reading FC loanee wins Argentina international call-up
Former Reading FC loanee Lucas Boye has won his first international call to represent Argentina. The former Reading striker will join some of the biggest names ... -
PLAYER EVALUATIONS: Tom Ince hits the stunner to earn an earned run for Reading at Bournemouth
ORJAN NYLAND 7: Could have done nothing to prevent the opening goal and made an excellent save in the 30th minute to fly to his left ... -
‘Major step forward’ as Wokingham Borough Council acknowledges A4 speed limit inconsistencies
A GROUP of residents who live along the A4 have called the recognition of speed limit inconsistencies a ‘major step forward’. Wokingham Borough Council’s admission follows ... -
Drug kingpin who made millions from cannabis farms jailed
A high-flying drug lord who made millions growing large amounts of cannabis in the UK has been jailed. Mustafa Oustha was growing £6million worth of marijuana ... -
Henley Swim Festival license approved
A company that organizes open water swimming events has obtained a premises license. Henley Swim applied for the license for two events: the Henley Classic, held ... -
Meet a comic artist at Reading’s Crunch Comics this Saturday
THE ARTIST behind one of the big hits of 2020 visits a store in Reading on Saturday for a signing. Martin Simmonds is part of the ... -
John Redwood: My critique of the Chancellor’s But lecture and what the Government should do next
Sir John Redwood is MP for Wokingham and former Secretary of State for Wales. Amid all the heartbreaking reports of Ukraine and the death and destruction ... -
Bracknell’s Top-Rated Cafes According to Tripadvisor
After a stressful working week, what better way to wind down on a Saturday or Sunday morning than a relaxed catch-up at one of Bracknell’s independent ... -
World Book Day author educates children about mental health
Children are encouraged to promote mental health as a local author visits schools in Bracknell Forest for World Book Day. Over the next few days, schools ... -
Earley Park deemed unsuitable for 3G pitch after backlash
Wokingham Borough Council is reconsidering where to put a new sports ground in the area in what could be seen as a win for campaigners. Last ... -
Bargains at home: Hundreds of shoppers expected to flock to new store
The new Home Bargain’s was launched today (26/2) in Bracknell and everyone was on hand to welcome enthusiastic buyers from across Berkshire. The discount giant’s doors ... -
Wokingham’s ‘Igniting Writing’ group inspires teenage creativity
Schoolchildren in Wokingham have been inspired to ignite their passion for storytelling in a weekly writing group. Igniting Writing is a voluntary program run by Wokingham ... -
Paper preview: Bracknell, Ascot and Wokingham
A devastated business owner who was hit hard by Storm Eunice calls on local dog lovers to help rebuild his business after it destroys everything he ... -
Storm Franklin: Hundreds still without power after Storm Eunice swept through Berkshire
Homes in parts of Berkshire are still without power after Storm Eunice hit the county on Friday. Scottish and Southern Energy Network, which manages electricity infrastructure ... -
Bracknell plan roundup: kebab van, pool change submitted
A series of adjustments have been made to plans in the Bracknell area. This includes changes to a 54 house plan between Bracknell and Wokingham. And ... -
Parking changes allow warnings and fines to police, says Wokingham Highways Manager
The BOROUGH councilor who appealed a decision to council said she was dissatisfied with the response. Cllr Shirley Boyt, Labor Councilor for Bulmershe and Whitegates, has ... -
Call for vaccination site in Wokingham amid rise in cases
A CALL for a vaccination center in Wokingham came from the borough’s senior health adviser after he had his son vaccinated which involved a ‘two to ... -
Brighton & Hove Albion Women 4-1 Reading Women: Royals’ winning streak ends in humiliating defeat
Reading FC Women’s winning record in the Women’s Super League ended in disappointment with defeat at Brighton & Hove Albion. The Royals were beaten by the ... -
JACOBS AGAINST. RYDER WEIGHT AND RUNNING ORDER
JACOBS AGAINST. RYDER WEIGHT AND RUNNING ORDER PhilBoxing.comSat 12 Feb 2022 5.15pm GMT LIVE BEFORE THE BELL 6 x 3 min International Welterweight ContestSHILOH DEFREITAS 143.6 ... -
UNICEF Child Friendly Community UK
Added February 10, 2022 Wokingham UNICEF Child Friendly Community UK, Wokingham Borough Council Wokingham Borough Council is partnering with the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) ... -
Paper preview: The secret life of an IT boss exposed
A RISING star IT manager at Fujitsu who started his own brand of drug dealing after being stabbed with a machete at a party will spend ... -
Berkshire’s Covid hotspots are in 5 neighborhoods
Berkshire’s Covid hotspots are in five neighborhoods, all mostly in the same borough, all with rates above 2,000. Unsurprisingly, most of these areas are in and ... -
Thames Valley Police 2021 gender pay gap results revealed
MEN are paid £4 more an hour on average at Thames Valley Police than women, new figures reveal. The gender pay gap within the force has ... -
Rowe Court fire: Police name second person who died in blaze
The second person to die in the Rowe Court fire was identified today (3 February). An apartment block was destroyed by a horrific fire in Grovelands ... -
Wokingham’s employment rate drives up the national average for people with learning disabilities.
An area of Berkshire has seen its employment rate soar for people with learning disabilities despite a drastic drop in neighboring towns. In a recent study ... -
‘UFOs or the Bat-Signal?’ Strange lights spotted in Reading
Strange orange lights in the sky over Reading left residents “daunted” on Saturday. The “mysterious” beam turned the clouds orange and could be seen as far ... -
Bracknell Hotel improvements in latest submitted plans
The owners of the White Gates Hotel in Binfield want to create larger rooms for their guests and add 10 new parking spaces. Meanwhile in Sonning, ... -
The latest list of Berkshire residents who appeared in court
Joao Da Silva Teixeira, 46, of Queens Ride, Crowthorne, admitted speeding on a road at 30mph, namely Barkham Road, Wokingham on November 11, 2020. Recorded at ... -
NatWest issues scam warning to customers
NATWEST customers have been warned of the circulation of a fake text that has nothing to do with the bank. The Public Protection Partnership shares Natwest’s ... -
Could Twyford get a new station – what Network Rail says
Cold water has been poured on a proposal to build a new station for a possible 2,500 housing development in Twyford. The proposal was made as ... -
When Ant and Dec, Hugh Grant, David Tennant and Other Celebs Were Spotted in Quirky Places in Berkshire
Many celebrities choose to live in Berkshire because of its close ties to London and the beautiful countryside scenery. However, sometimes celebrities are spotted in places ... -
Shinfield St Mary’s Primary School gets solar panels
Added on January 21, 2022 Reading Shinfield St Mary’s Primary School, solar panel In 2021, Shinfield St Mary’s Primary School became even greener with the installation ... -
Train from Windsor and Eton Riverside to Staines canceled for a week
Network Rail will close the rail line between Windsor and Eton Riverside and Staines for a week in February. From Monday the 21st to Sunday, 27 ... -
Woman fears nearby trash cans will make her condition worse
A concerned resident has contacted local authorities about a noxious gas polluting her home. Anne Brunton, 49, from Humber Way, Sandhurst, says the growing number of ... -
Wokingham chief calls for planning rules to be changed
The head of Wokingham Borough Council has written to Michael Gove expressing concerns about planning and rule changes that could result in housing development in undesirable ... -
Snow forecast for Reading and other parts of Berkshire next month
Berkshire could see snow next month – according to recent weather reports. The AccuWeather website predicts that there will be snow in parts of Berkshire in ... -
Who needs Santa’s sleigh? Gifts delivered to RBH in an Aston Martin
through Editor-in-chiefSunday January 9, 2022 6:14 amSunday January 9, 2022 8:51 am0 To share0 Gifts delivered to Royal Berkshire Hospital by Aston Martin Reading HOLIDAY gifts ... -
Wokingham fireworks raised £ 30,000 for local charities
Added the 7 january 2022 Wokingham Wokingham fireworks raised £ 30 Wokingham Fireworks Charitable Trust has raised over £ 30,000 for local charities through its annual ... -
Aerial photos of Amazing Reading show Caversham Marina, Business Park and Historic Park
Photographer Tony McGinn stepped out with his drone to capture the reading from above A drone photographer photographed historic sites around Reading hundreds of feet in ... -
Famous people who went to school in Reading, Berkshire
So it’s no surprise that many famous faces spent their school years in our county. And it’s not just celebrities, but royalty as well. Here are ... -
Reading v Derby County preview: Royals host Rams in 2022 opener
Reading FC will be hoping to be back in action to host Derby County at Select Car Leasing Stadium on Monday 3 January. The Royals were ... -
Wokingham’s dad has waited a long time for his son’s education plan
A father in Wokingham suffered a 19-month ordeal after the council mismanaged his son’s special education planning. Children and adults who need more educational support than ... -
Energy Crisis: Kwasi Sent Dreadful Warning Over ‘UK System Clogs EU System’ As Bills Soar | Sciences | News
Sir John Redwood, MP for Wokingham, appeared to warn Mr Kwarteng against over-reliance on imported gas and domestic wind power. He believed this would lead to ... -
Five Best Boxing Day Walks in Reading
Imagine you’ve just finished the last bite of Christmas pudding, after devouring a whole roast turkey with all the trimmings. Before you settle in for a ... -
Flasher caught exposing his genitals to Marlow
A man who exposed his genitals to Marlow was entered on the sex offender registry but avoided going to jail. Stephen Johnson, 59, of Meteor Close ... -
2021 review: good news from Berkshire in March
Sally Sycha took on a challenge from Lands End to John O’Groats to raise money for her wheelchair rugby club. Image: Sally Sycha After a year ... -
Isle of Wight has the most alcohol-related deaths per 100,000 in the South East
Public Health England this month revealed the number of people living in the South East who lost their lives to alcohol last year. The alcohol-related death ... -
North Shropshire by-elections defeated due to public mood over pandemic, Tory MP says
18 December 2021, 21:31 | Updated: December 18, 2021, 9:38 PM The Tories’ defeat in the North Shropshire by-elections was “global” amid public concerns about the ... -
Concerns over Wokingham’s new domestic violence strategy
The strategy for combating domestic violence in Wokingham has been defined. At a meeting yesterday (Wednesday 15 December), the executive committee of Wokingham Borough Council approved ... -
Slough man arrested after Mercedes crashed into Wokingham Clarks store
Police are calling for witnesses and information after arresting a man from Slough following an accident that severely damaged a Wokingham shoe store. A silver Mercedes ... -
Plan of 54 houses between Bracknell and Wokingham denied
A plan for 54 houses was rejected over fears it would “bridge the gap” between Bracknell and Wokingham. However, the plan was turned down at a ... -
HelloFresh crowns Torbay, the gastronomic capital of Zanzibar in the United Kingdom
Torbay has been crowned the food capital of Zanzibar in the UK after data revealed locals love food the most in any other part of the ... -
Berkshire Men’s Football Matches – Saturday 11 December 2021
All weekend games take place on Saturday afternoon and kick off at 3 p.m., unless otherwise specified. Please always check the status of the match before ... -
Wokingham offers to plant 250,000 trees: Tories called hypocrites
A historic commitment to plant 250,000 trees was agreed in Wokingham, a full YEAR after his proposal. But the Tory adviser who proposed the decision has ...
