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A few years ago, I came across a paper-cutting shop, run by the artist.  Inside were some amazing pieces of art made from a single piece of paper cut carefully,...

HAIRDRESSERS are sharpening their scissors ahead of reopening tomorrow. All hair and beauty salons have been given the go ahead to open again on Monday, April 12 along with non-essential...

FROM MONDAY, Covid-19 restrictions across England ease again, meaning residents can now dine outdoors, visit hair salons and barbers, and shop for “non-essential items”. Referred to as step two, under...

EASTER bunnies were hopping around Crowthorne for a special delivery last week. COATS, a charity supporting the welfare of senior residents in the area, delivered Easter gifts to each of...

IT’S GOOD news for anybody planning to head to the shops next week. From Monday, April 12, Reading Buses is reinstating Winnersh Triangle park & ride which takes travellers in...

AN EASTER parade is on show in Earley, bringing a sign of hope to the town. More than 200 people from across the community have contributed to the display of...

NO FUNNY business his week, just great music. Regular readers will have spotted that last week’s Wokingham Loves Music soundtrack started with an April fool – you’ll be pleased to...

FROM THE STUMPS with Conservative candidate Daniel Hinton It is sad to say, but anti-social behaviour and petty crime have become more common in our Borough, particularly during lockdown. Like...

A PUB is getting ready to reopen its doors after a full refurbishment over lockdown. The Queen’s Oak, in Finchampstead, will welcome back customers with its newly decorated premises on...

A NEW High Sheriff has been appointed for Berkshire. Willie Hartley Russell was sworn in at a virtual ceremony on Friday, March 26 at the declaration ceremony. He succeeds the...