Wokingham

A FINCHAMPSTEAD church is encouraging people to join in with its special service. The FBC Centre, on Gorse Ride North, will be hosting its Reflection Space event on Sunday, August...

A NEW councillor is representing Warren Ward, in Woodley. Cllr Vinlande Lewis, Conservative, won the by-election on Thursday, July 29. It was to fill the parish councillor seat in Woodley...

DRUGS used to treat immune system problems could be used to reduce the risk of blood clots in covid patients, new research has found. A new study of cells led...

HIGH PRAISE was given to Wokingham Borough Council’s children services after a recent Ofsted visit. Carried out remotely, inspectors looked at social workers’ practices and outcomes for children. It looked...

A FINCHAMPSTEAD family is hoping to raise £10,000 in the next 10 months for a host of charities. Claire De Cort said the deadline coincides with her daughter Amelie’s 10th...

A YOUNGSTER has completed a 60-mile charity hike to help Wokingham’s children and teenagers, eight months after setting off on her journey. Madison, 12, from Bracknell, finished her trip around...

STUDENTS at Bulmershe School have been presented with certificates by Woodley town mayor. Cllr Janet Sartorel celebrated those that completed the Mini Medics course, which teaches first aid to children....

PARENTS have been invited to join the waiting list for a toddler group. Run by Woodley Baptist Church, sessions are every Tuesday from 9.30am to 11am. They include playtime, crafts,...

A CAMPAIGN to tackle scams ran throughout July in an attempt to address the issue. Sling Your Hook, started by Neighbourhood Watch, helped point out scenarios where victims get caught...

TWYFORD has been learning all about road safety with a helping hand from Thames Valley Police. On Monday, July 12, the force held a Speedwatch session in the village following...