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Lorry driver wins £1 million days after retiring from 35-year career
A lorry driver has won £1 million in the Omaze Monthly Millionaire Draw.
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Police to implement patrols around synagogues after London terror incident
Police have announced they will carry out patrols around synagogues as part of their daily policing.
Slough MP meets with Primark staff to celebrate hard work
The MP for Slough met with a dozen staff at the town's Primark to understand the work they do for their customers.
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Slough-based AI startup reaches regional awards final
A HEALTH tech startup has been shortlisted for a major UK business award
In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts
Wellness retreat owner wins highly commended in national awards
A holistic health practitioner has been recognised for her work supporting people’s wellbeing.
Land agreed for football club move but councillors say 'no done deal'
Councillors have agreed to release land that could pave the way for Maidenhead United’s move to Braywick Park – but insisted the project is not a done deal.
Freehold for retail park will be sold but no changes coming in near future
Councillors have agreed to sell the freehold of Stafferton Way Retail Park in Maidenhead – but stressed that there will be no changes at the site in the near future.
Van found on fire in Slough as flames spread to neighbouring trees
Fire crews responded to a van on fire in Slough this morning.
Missing teenager found safe, says Thames Valley Police
A missing teenager has been found safe.
Police launch operation to tackle wildlife crime in Thames Valley
An operation has been launched to crack down on wildlife crime.
Mexican restaurant chain announces plans for 10 venues in Berkshire
A global Mexican restaurant chain has announced plans to open 10 new outlets in Berkshire by 2030.
Slough residents fined after long-running planning dispute
A long-running planning dispute has led to two people being fined thousands of pounds.
Developer withdraws plans to demolish homes and build 12 flats
A developer has withdrawn plans to knock down two homes in Maidenhead and replace them with flats – days before the application was due to be discussed by councillors.
Developer seeks permission to demolish EV charging station for 90 flats
A developer is seeking permission from Slough Borough Council to redevelop part of Windsor Road into 90 flats and a commercial unit.
Police appeal for witnesses after arson in Slough
Police are appealing for witnesses after an arson in Slough.
Popular theatre productions to hit the big screen in Maidenhead
Norden Farm Centre for the Arts in Maidenhead will host screenings as part of National Theatre Live.
Flat located next to Taplow Station on the market for £340,000
Positioned on Institute Road, the Taplow flat’s location offers easy access to the Elizabeth line.
Plans to boost planning enforcement in Slough to tackle housing system 'in crisis'
Slough Borough councillors voted in favour of a motion to strengthen planning enforcement in the town amid a housing system that is in a ‘state of crisis’.
Tackling transport emissions described as 'huge challenge' for borough
Tackling transport emissions was described as a ‘huge challenge’ for the Royal Borough during a meeting about the council’s environment and climate strategy.