A rubbish collection company says the streets are dirtier than ever before. Divert, which provides dog mess removal services in the greater Reading area including Wokingham borough, said pet waste...

MORE THAN 75 people have become new citizens of the UK and Wokingham borough since the council moved its citizenship ceremonies online. The council has conducted 68 virtual ceremonies since...

COMMUNITY spirit is the focus of this upcoming awards ceremony. Little Ankle Biters, a Maidenhead-based company, is starting the new year with a big announcement – it’s adding seven categories...

A NEW FILM has been produced to celebrate Reading Abbey's 900th anniversary year. Devised by Reading UK, the video aims to raise awareness of the Abbey as one of England’s...

Houseplants make an ideal living lockdown companion. With a little care they always look good, and unlike children or pets they never argue, make a mess or need to go...

BOROUGH residents have been invited to nominate their walking heroes. Living Streets is asking people to nominate local groups or individuals who have gone the extra mile to improve their...

A GLOBAL company has gifted thousands of pounds in a bid to support Berkshire’s local charities. Pharmaceutical company Sanofi, which is based at Thames Valley Park, has donated £10,000 to...

More than 100 charities have applied for a new coronavirus relief fund – but it will not be able to help them all. Berkshire Community Foundation (BCF) says it received...

FUNDING for a new domestic abuse support service will help Wokingham cope with an anticipated increase in demand. Wokingham Borough Council’s executive committee approved the tendering process for the five-year...

THE council’s decision-making executive have approved plans for a local community energy scheme. Cllr Gregor Murray, executive member for resident services, communications and emissions described the scheme as an independent...