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Wokingham borough was host to a rather royal event last week, as the annual Swan Upping project passed through Sonning Bridge.

Sarai Hair and Beauty, on Crowthorne’s High Street, were crowned Business Salon of the Year 2021 at the final of the Salon Business Awards.

AN INDIAN restaurant is preparing to open its doors tomorrow. Adda Hut, which specialises in Kolkata street food, is based at 101 Crockhamwell Road. Anjan Mitra, from Shinfield, is one...

Reading FC Women have bolstered their squad with the addition of Canadian international Deanne Rose.  The midfielder, who is currently representing Canada at the Tokyo Olympics, is the fifth signing...

A WOMAN’S love for pigs sent her on a 740-mile round trip earlier this month. Susan Player, from Spencers Wood, organised the rescue of a 250kg abandoned swine in North...

A SPECIAL thanks has been extended to the NHS in Twyford, courtesy of the parish council. Last month, it unveiled two wooden benches to honour key workers for their contributions...

STUDYING doesn’t need to get in the way of life with a series of new courses from Activate Learning. Bracknell and Wokingham College has partnered with Mindful Education to deliver...

SMALL businesses in Wokingham have a strong appetite for finance despite struggling throughout the coronavirus pandemic, according to the British Business Bank (BBB). An Ipsos MORI survey commissioned by the...

A SMARTPHONE is a lifeline not a luxury for people living in poverty. That’s the concern of Claire Oughton, from Citizens Advice Wokingham, who has seen soaring phone bills due...

THE COST of insulation in homes has been heavily reduced for eligible residents, thanks to a council scheme. Last October, it launched Help to Heat initiative, providing access free, or...