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Property partially sealed off by police to tackle anti-social behaviour

A property in Cox Green has been partially sealed off by police following a 'recent incident'

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In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court

The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts.

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Four sets of gypsy-traveller pitches given go ahead on site despite objections

Plans for four sets of Gypsy-traveller pitches have been given the go-ahead despite concerns from neighbours that it would devalue their homes.

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Objections raised to 800-home development plan on farmland near Slough

Objections have been raised to an 800-home development plan on Hitcham Farm land, Burnham

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M4 eastbound back open after multi-car crash near Slough

The M4 eastbound is closed within J5 near Slough after a multi-car crash

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‘Please help a young person with cancer this Christmas’ with the Teenage Cancer Trust

Newsquest editor Nigel Burton makes a special plea on behalf of our charity of the year.

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Demolition and redevelopment of Slough flats approved after being completed

The demolition and redevelopment of Slough flats has been approved, after it was completed amid enforcement concern.

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Slough budget setting late as council waits on Government funding changes

Councillors have been told Slough Borough Council is late in setting its budget for the next financial year because it’s still waiting on ‘jigsaw pieces'.

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Council needs to 'do more' to support carers as social care spend hits £6.6m

Slough Borough Council needs to ‘do more’ to support carers because adult social care services risk facing significant financial pressures.

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Slough council to sell former HQ which costs £500k per year in upkeep

Slough Borough Council has agreed to sell its former St Martin’s Place headquarters, with options ‘on the table’.

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Slough mum's warning after artificial Christmas tree fire leaves her homeless

A Slough mum lost her home four days before Christmas, after her artificial tree set alight while she slept.

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Community members thank 'kind' waiter as Bella Italia near Slough closes

Taplow Bella Italia has closed its doors for the final time, saying 'Ciao for now' to its customers.

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Open mic event continues to draw enthusiastic crowds in Slough

A fresh wave of talent is lighting up the stage in Slough

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Internationally acclaimed Qawwali group coming to Curve Venue in Slough

An internationally acclaimed Qawwali group is set to take the stage at Curve Venue

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Joint statement issued following Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack

Organisations in Slough have spoken out following a recent attack that took place during Hanukkah celebrations

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Immigrant who lied about name to do construction work for firm jailed

An illegal immigrant who lives in Berkshire has been jailed for 120 days for working under another man’s name as a construction worker.

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Inside this £3.25m home boasting a meadows and an office space in Winkfield

A £3.25 million home, nestled within two acres of landscaped grounds, is up for sale in Winkfield

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Slough men spend nearly 20 years living in poor health

Men in Slough spend nearly 20 years living in poor health, while women face declining health from their early 60s, according to latest figures.

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GoFundMe page launched after family's house is destroyed in fire

Nearly £2,000 has been raised for a Cippenham family whose house was destroyed in a house fire.

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Man, 78, sentenced to nearly 20 years in jail for historic child sex crimes

A 78-year-old man has been given a prison sentence of nearly 20 years after he was found ‘unanimously’ guilty of historic child sex crimes.