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Uncertainty on cause of aircraft crash that 'carwheeled' over White Waltham Airfield

No reason has been found for the engine failure that led to serious injuries for the pilot of an aircraft when it 'cartwheeled'.

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Slough property agent ordered to pay £12k for not transferring rent funds

A property business in Slough has been expelled from The Property Ombudsman for failing to pay more than £12,000 in compensation.

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Concerns over developer's approach to delivering major 200-home housing scheme

Cookham Parish Council has raised fears about a developer’s approach to delivering a major 200-home housing scheme in the village.

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Plans to convert Slough office block into 80 apartments

A developer is seeking permission from Slough Borough Council to turn an office building into 80 apartments.

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Meningitis live updates: Death confirmed at college

One young person has died with meningitis in Reading while two more cases are receiving treatment

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Meningitis: How it spreads and what parents in Berkshire need to know

Residents across Reading and the wider Berkshire area will be concerned about the reports of meningitis cases linked to the town, including the death of one person and two others receiving treatment.

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Young person dies with meningitis as multiple cases found in Reading

One young person has died with meningitis in Reading, while two more people are receiving treatment

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Two new family hubs to open in Wycombe and Burnham following cabinet approval

Two new Best Start Family hubs are set to open in High Wycombe and Burnham.

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World’s first ‘laughing gas’ breathalyser tested in ground-breaking trial

A cutting-edge nitrous oxide breathalyser, believed to be the first of its kind in the world, is being trialled by police in a ground-breaking trial

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Young musician wins gold for top performance at national awards

A young musician has struck gold after winning a top national award for his piano performance.

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Slough MP pops in at High Street business calling it 'one giant leap for snacks'

Slough MP Tan Dhesi paid a visit to a High Street business this week, praising its creative approach to food and community spirit.

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New mayor and deputy mayor elected in Windsor and Maidenhead

A new mayor and deputy mayor have been elected in Windsor and Maidenhead.

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Roads blocked due to lorry crash in Slough-Live updates

Long delays and roads blocked following crash on Langley Park Road

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Plans lodged to redevelop section of Slough street into flats

A developer is seeking permission from Slough Borough Council to redevelop part of Windsor Road into 18 flats and commercial units.

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Plans to sell freehold for retail park are called in

The Royal Borough’s decision to sell the freehold of Stafferton Way Retail Park in Maidenhead will come under scrutiny next week after a cross-party group of councillors called in the decision.

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Football club's potential new ground is still 'a long way off', says councillor

The Royal Borough’s cabinet decision to release a piece of land for Maidenhead United’s planned move to Braywick Park will come under scrutiny next week.

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School plans to shut down extra support for children with special needs

The Royal Borough’s cabinet is set to decide next week on a school’s plans to close its resourced provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

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Councillor sworn in as mayor of Royal Borough for 2026/27

Councillor Sian Martin has been elected as mayor of the Royal Borough for the 2026/27 civic year, with Cllr Helen Taylor as deputy mayor.

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Motorists warned of delays on the M4 after a crash

National Highways have warned of delays after a multi-car crash on the M4.