IN THE COMMUNITY: BMMHS launches lockdown book
The British Modern Military History Society is delighted to announce the publication of the first volume of its book Glimpses of War. Released on May 8, the anniversary of VE...
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Boxer Michael Sprott joins Sindlesham-based food charity Freely Fruity as an ambassador
A READING boxer has joined the mission to make healthy food accessible to the community. Former British and commonwealth heavyweight champion, Michael Sprott, has become an ambassador for Sindlesham-based Freely...
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FROM THE COURTS: As seen in Wokingham.Today of April 22
A WOODLEY man who resisted arrest has been fined £777 and ordered pay £77 to victim services. Jasbir Singh, 51 and from Colemansmoor Road, committed the offence on April 28...
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Marvellous Festival to return to Dinton Pastures in Hurst this summer
PUT YOUR dancing shoes on because Wokingham borough’s tribute festival is making a return this year. Marvellous Tribute Festival, at Dinton Pastures in Hurst, is planned for the weekend of...
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READERS’ LETTERS: As seen in Wokingham.Today of April 22, 2021
Time to change tack on cleaner and greener I have received election communications from both the Conservative and Liberal Democrat candidates in my ward in Earley. Both have ‘cleaner and...
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POETRY CORNER: Bumble Bee
You go about your business on your own,seeking out the colourful and sweet.We hear your deep and vacillating drone,bending petals back as you completeyour heavy-footed lurch between the leaves.You stop...
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SHORT STORY: Heather Boncey’s Last Night
HEATHER BONCEY won a scary story contest by Wokingham Writers’ Group. Here’s her horror tale I opened my eyes slowly. My head was pounding. I couldn’t remember anything from the...
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VOLUNTEER CORNER: Opportunities to help people in Wokingham borough as seen in Wokingham.Today of April 22
Age UK Berkshire has offices in Reading and Newbury. This role is home based but can be undertaken from our Reading office. Going home after a stay in hospital no...
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Thames Valley housebuilder Persimmon Homes gives £1 million to youth projects
A THAMES Valley housebuilder has pledged more than £1 million to support young people. Persimmon Homes’ new Building Futures scheme has launched to support community groups working with under-18s in...
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Pupils at Shinfield primary school Alder Grove spread some Easter cheer
STUDENTS at Shinfield’s newest primary school, Alder Grove, spread some Easter cheer with handmade cards. Reception pupils at Alder Grove CofE Primary School created the celebration messages for residents of...
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