Wokingham’s virtual Easter market begins to take shape
THE COUNCIL is hosting a virtual Easter market, after the success of its Christmas event. It aims to offer unique, one of a kind pieces, original art and quality produce....
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More than 90% school pupils using lateral flow tests
NINE in 10 secondary school pupils in the borough have used lateral flow tests since they returned to classrooms. Last week, students were asked to have three rapid tests at...
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Save the date! Wokingham Fireworks display to return this November
The skies will be lighting up later this year – the annual Wokingham Fireworks procession and display is set to come back with a bang. Wokingham Fireworks Charitable Trust is...
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Reader Tina produces a book featuring her best verse
OVER THE past year, we have created space for readers’ poetry. It’s been hugely popular with poets, presenting a space for them to explore their voice. So we’re thrilled to...
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IN THE COMMUNITY: William’s winning design will be used by Bluebird Care Wokingham for badges
BLUEBIRD Care Wokingham has encouraged children to express themselves for the recent Children’s Mental Health Week. The home care provider encouraged local children to explore the different ways we can share...
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Kidney federation calls for more home dialysis
The National Kidney Federation is campaigning for more home dialysis to keep patients safer from Covid-19. The charity is calling for support, after research from the UK Renal registry revealed...
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High Sheriff of Berkshire nominates her pandemic heroes – but who will win?
MORE THAN 10 individuals and charities from the borough have been nominated for The Berkshire High Sheriff Awards. With a year dominated by the pandemic, award categories have been broadened...
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Virtual curry night raises £2,000 Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice
AN EVENING of Indian cuisine raised almost £2,000 for Alexander Devine. The hospice hosted its Big Curry Night In event and raised the funds through its curry kits and raffle...
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IN THE COMMUNITY: Autism Berkshire relaunches Alert Card scheme
A SCHEME launched by Autism Berkshire 11 years ago has a new look, as it links up with the police. Berkshire Autism Alert Cards, which provide a way for residents...
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Sax Bandits and musical legend are planning a Celebration
A TWYFORD-BASED group is making musical dreams come true with its latest lockdown venture. Sax Bandits, a saxophone-only group of around 100 musicians strong, is busy producing its third and...
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