Business

THE FIRST Wokingham nominee of a brand new award has spoken of his delight at being recognised. Lam Benamara, who works at the Denmark Street restaurant Sanpa, has been nominated...

A NEW branch of Argos has been opened in a Winnersh supermarket. Sainsbury, in Reading Road, is the home for the new digital store, pioneering a new direction for the...

PLANS to open the first Aldi supermarket in the borough are moving ahead, with bosses expecting to welcome shoppers early next year. The popular discount chain is creating a new...

A NEW scheme will help boost trade in Wokingham’s town centre – and save shoppers money into the bargain. People signing up to the Wokingham Community Card will be supporting...

A PUB’S new offer has six appeal: guests get a roll with every meal. The Raglan in Wokingham’s town centre has launched a special promotion for Wednesday nights. Once they’ve...

THE LEXICON is running a job fair tomorrow and Saturday. The Bracknell-based shopping centre opened in September and more than 20 retailers will be on hand this weekend to talk...

WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL’S support for small businesses during the regeneration works has been criticised by the Federation of Small Businesses. The FSB argues that the council should have implemented a...

A JEWELLERY workshop in Wokingham celebrated its first birthday at Holme Grange Craft Village last weekend. Enchanting Glass, which makes unique handmade fused glass pieces ranging from jewellery and pictures...

A LOOK at changes to regulations around data protection will be the focus of a networking breakfast event. Joanne Frears, a Consulting Solicitor at Blandy & Blandy, will share insights...

DEBT incurred by Wokingham Borough Council is the equivalent of £4,200 for every household in the borough and is a sharp rise from the £150 million currently owed by the...