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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.

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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

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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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Wellness retreat owner wins highly commended in national awards

A holistic health practitioner has been recognised for her work supporting people’s wellbeing.

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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.

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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.

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Van found on fire in Slough as flames spread to neighbouring trees

Fire crews responded to a van on fire in Slough this morning.

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Missing teenager found safe, says Thames Valley Police

A missing teenager has been found safe.

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Police launch operation to tackle wildlife crime in Thames Valley

An operation has been launched to crack down on wildlife crime.

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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.

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Slough residents fined after long-running planning dispute

A long-running planning dispute has led to two people being fined thousands of pounds.

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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.

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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.

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Police appeal for witnesses after arson in Slough

Police are appealing for witnesses after an arson in Slough.

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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.

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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.

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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’.

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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.