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Full list of UFO sightings across Berkshire REVEALED
Ever saw something in the sky that you couldn't explained? Heard strange voices, saw bright flashing lights? You're not the only one. Newly released data reveals the number of UFO sightings for every town in the UK in 2023 and 2024, including
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What would make Bracknell a BETTER place to live? Readers have their say
Readers have been voting on what kind of things would make Bracknell a better place to live. On a recent call out to Facebook, over one hundred and fifty people gave their views on what things could be done to improve the town. Comments reflected
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Urgent need to lower speed limits on roads with no pathways, says petition
AN URGENT plea for speed limits to be reduced on 'dangerous' roads with no footpaths has come from petitioners who say Wokingham Borough Council (WBC) is 'shirking responsibilities' on the issue. A petition - currently signed by 84 Thames ward
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Man, 58, charged with several counts of sexual offences and rape to appear in court
A 58-year-old man has been charged with rape and other sexual offences in relation to incidents that occurred over a period of 6 years. The suspected incidents, which included two counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault, one count of sexual
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Man steals £250 worth of champagne in Waitrose then threatens guard with large knife
An CCTV image is being circulated after a man stole five bottles on champagne from Waitrose and threatened security guard with a weapon. Police are releasing an image of a man officers would like to speak to as they believe he may have vital information
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Street art mural could be coming to Thames Valley Park entrance
A BOLD and ‘impactful’ street art mural could be coming to Thames Valley Park. International street artist, Captain Kris, has been commissioned by park owners to paint the railway bridge upon the entrance. The proposal ‘highlights the unique
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Bracknell Leisure Centre wins award for lifechanging programmes
Bracknell Leisure Centre has won an award in recognition of its lifechanging community programmes, which have improved the mobility and wellbeing of more than 430 residents. The centre, managed by Everyone Active in partnership with Bracknell Forest
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Frightening footage shows people risking their lives at Berkshire train crossings
Network Rail has reported a surge in dangerous incidents at level crossings in Berkshire this summer. The corporation is now beseeching residents to be more careful around the tracks during the holiday season. Shocking video footage has captured
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Hundreds of Crowthorne residents line the streets at Crowthorne Carnival parade
Hundreds of Crowthorne residents lined the streets this month to celebrate the annual town carnival. On Saturday, July 6, the parade took place on main street to launch a week of fantastic events across the area. The day was a huge effort from
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Sex offender jailed for five years after unanimous verdict
A man has been sentenced to five years for historic child sex offences after a Thames Valley Police investigation. Aidan Treglown, 31, from Cornwall, was handed his sentence at Reading Crown Court on July 9 following an eight-day trial. The
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Brand-new health clinic comes to Nuffield Wokingham
A new health clinic has opened at Nuffield Health Wokingham. Following the official opening by Joshua Zeller, Great British Athlete and founder Wokingham Club members Peter and Margaret Royle, the new health clinic will be offering a number of
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Pupils shine at Bracknell Forest primary school cricket festival
Pupils at primary schools throughout Bracknell tried their hand at cricket with hundreds of kids joining for Bracknell Forest primary school cricket festival. A spokesperson for Bracknell Forest Council recently took to social media to commend
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Bracknell and the Lexicon wins ‘Bees Needs’ award
Bracknell Forest Council and the Lexicon have been recognised by the government for their 'exceptional efforts' to protect bees. The council recently announced it had won, alongside the Lexicon shopping centre, the ‘Bees Needs’ Champion award 2024
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Resident complains about bottle bank closures at Bracknell Council meeting
A Bracknell resident has criticised the council for failing to stop the closure of a bottle bank in Sainsbury’s, Ringmead. Ms Diana Henfrey asked a question to the executive member for environment and community cohesion, councillor Helen Purnell
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Bracknell Forest Council overspent by £1.25m last year
Bracknell Forest Council (BFC) had an overspend of £1.25 million last year, new documents have revealed. BFC leaders approved a revenue budget for 2023/24 of around £89 million in February 2023. But throughout the year the authority warned could