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Cookham Reach Sailing Club to host first open day since pandemic
Cookham Reach Sailing Club is charting a new course by hosting its first open day since the pandemic on Saturday, May 9. This grand ‘reboot’ is designed to welcome a new generation of water enthusiasts to their picturesque spot along the Thames. The event marks a significant turning point for th...
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'We should be in a better place': Bartley backs Marlow to get stronger
Mark Bartley believes Marlow’s players will benefit from the challenges and setbacks they’ve had this season when they return to action following the close season in June and July. It’s been far from easy for the Blues this season following a huge overhaul of the squad following last summer’...
Windsor & Eton edge Burnham to reach Combined Counties play-off final
Photo from Windsor & Eton v Burnham from earlier in the season. Richard Milam -- Windsor & Eton 1, Burnham 0 Jack Shakespeare scored the only goal of the game as Windsor & Eton overcame local rivals Burnham to reach the Combined Counties Premier Division North play-off final this evening...
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Father builds back from tragedy in Jack & Sarah
ANYONE familiar with the 1995 film Jack & Sarah will be curious as to how Jack’s baby daughter is going to be portrayed in its theatre adaptation, which is now on at the Mill at Sonning. Comedian, actor and erstwhile magician Rufus Hound, who stars as William in the play, jokes: “We have a d...
Plans put forward for ‘landmark’ 90 flats building and commercial space in Slough
A developer is seeking permission from Slough Borough Council to redevelop part of Windsor Road into 90 flats and a commercial unit. GKM Infra Slough Limited, the applicant, put forward an application to redevelop an EV charging station into a residential building. The site, on the corner of Albert ...
Berkshire seal winning start with 23-run victory over Hertfordshire
New skipper Andy Rishton did not have the best of days, dismissed for a five-ball duck and then returning bowling figures of 0-54 in nine overs. -- Berkshire made a winning start to their NCCA Trophy Group 3 games on Sunday, beating Hertfordshire by 23 runs in a high-scoring game at Hitchin. Put in ...
Rams outgun Park to end season on winning note
SEB Reynolds admitted Rams’ final-day 61-40 National Division 1 home win against Sedgley Park was for the fans, writes Richard Ashton. The hosts ended an up-and-down season in seventh place, taking control early on as Mike Cooke converted tries from Max Marshall, captain Willo Bicknell and Andrew ...
Friends cycle across the Chilterns to support stem cell charity’s lifesaving work
TWO friends from Woodcote have completed a 100km cycle across the Chilterns to celebrate a miracle recovery. Rachel Sanderson and Helen Walkington took to their bikes on Saturday last week, to mark the survival of their friend, Liz Fielding Smith. The journey was not just a physical challenge but a ...
Crews tackle waste fire at Stafferton Way Household Waste and Recycling Centre
Crews discovered waste on fire at Stafferton Way Household Waste and Recycling Centre yesterday morning (Monday). At 11.30am, the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) received reports of a fire at the recycling centre in Vicus Way, Maidenhead. Crews from Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor and La...
Plans to demolish two homes to make way for 12 flats withdrawn
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. The properties at 33-35 Forlease Road date back to the 1930s-1950s and are currently vacant. East Oakland Ltd wanted to demolish a...
My mother’s extraordinary life and royal connection
India Hicks spoke at St Leonard's Church in Watlington A DESIGNER and model gave a talk in Watlington about her mother’s friendship with the late Queen Elizabeth II. India Hicks, 58, daughter of Lady Pamela Hicks (Mountbatten) and designer, David Hicks, spoke to 150 people at St Leonard’s Chu...
Country, pop and party vibes set for Rewind Henley side stages
Organisers of Rewind Festival Henley have unveiled a packed programme of entertainment for two of its popular side stages ahead of this summer’s event. The festival, which runs from August 21 to 23, will feature expanded line-ups for both the Riverside Stage and the Pink Flamingo Club, adding to a...
All to play for: Windsor & Eton and Burnham battle for place in play-off final
Burnham defeated Windsor & Eton 2-1 at Stag Meadow back in August. Photo credit: Richard Milam -- Windsor & Eton host Burnham this evening (Tuesday, 7.45pm kick-off) in the Combined Counties Premier Division North play-off semi-finals with both clubs looking to take a step closer to promotio...
Davies: 'Deep down, I knew that if Aldershot came calling it would be difficult to say no'
Through tear-stained eyes and a wavering voice at times, Scott Davies gave his final interview for Slough Town Football Club this week, and it’s one you sense the fans - and maybe the club’s directors - have been dreading. After receiving an offer to manage Aldershot Town in the National League,...
Police investigating Slough property fire as arson amid appeal for information
Police in Slough are investigating a property fire in Slough as arson and have asked for help from the public to track down two suspects. Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) called for police assistance following a report of a fire in Hampshire Avenue at around 2.08am on Saturday (April ...
Drugs and driving offences identified during crackdown on RBWM wildlife crime hotspots
Drugs and driving offences were identified by officers during a crackdown on wildlife crime hotspots in the East of the Royal Borough. Thames Valley Police officers in Datchet, Horton, Windsor and Wraysbury patrolled ‘key locations known for wildlife concerns’ as part of a targeted day of action...
Rebels seek 'talented and ambitious' successor to Davies following his departure
Slough Town are inviting applications to replace their player manager Scott Davies who’s left to join Aldershot Town in the National League. Davies has been at the helm for more than three seasons, taking over at a time of uncertainty and struggle following the departure of Neil Baker and Jon Unde...
Greatwood’s late wickets secure Berks opening win
BERKSHIRE made a winning start to their NCCA Trophy Group 3 games on Sunday, beating HERTFORDSHIRE by 23 runs in a high-scoring game at Hitchin, writes Dave Wright. Put into bat, Berkshire posted 310 before being dismissed in the last of their 50 overs. Rhys Lewis fell for six and opening partner Jo...
Peppard Stoke Row make cup exit
PEPPARD STOKE ROW were knocked out of the National Village Cup at the first hurdle as they were edged out by three wickets at WHITE WALTHAM on Sunday. Having chosen to bat, the experienced duo of Andy Watts and Jason Vaughan-Davies, gave the visitors a dream start. The latter raced to 30 from 29 bal...
‘Bin Kings’ hope to restore local pride by cleaning dirty road signs
A bin cleaning business is on a one-van mission to clean-up communities across South Buckinghamshire and East Berkshire by mixing water, cleaning fluid and a lot of local pride. Heavily marked road signs, war memorials, bus shelters and graveyards now have a sparkling new appearance thanks to the go...