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Windsor Road closed off at Fifield Road junction with closure expected until morning
The Windsor Road is currently closed off at the junction of Fifield Road. This is due to an investigation into a crash, a Thames Valley Police alert said. It is likely that the road will be shut until the morning. The alert added: "Please find an alternative route between Maidenhead and Windsor. "Th...
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Ten-man Daggers dig deep to deny Maidenhead United victory at York Road
Josh Coley. Photo: Darren Woolley -- Maidenhead United 0, Dagenham & Redbridge 0 Maidenhead United were held to a frustrating stalemate by 10-man Dagenham & Redbridge at York Road this afternoon. The visitors managed to grind out a point despite being down to 10 men from the 30th minute when...
Inspector's decision thrown out as home in Cookham approved after High Court fight
A High Court fight over a plan to build a house in Cookham has wound up in approval after a previous inspector’s ‘inappropriate development’ warning was thrown out. Building the property in a field off Terry’s Lane was ‘suitable in principle’, a ruling said, after the plans were previous...
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Ex-head of nursing at Taplow mental health hospital banned from profession
The former head of nursing at a Taplow mental health hospital has been struck off for ‘predatory behaviour’ towards female colleagues. Rennie Paul Bartlette’s ‘abused his position of power’ while he worked at the now-closed Taplow Manor Hospital between 2022 and 2023, a watchdog report sai...
More than 90% of Thames Valley Police officers feel unfairly paid, survey finds
The head of a federation representing thousands of Thames Valley Police officers has hit out at a litany of ‘concerning findings’ from a review of morale and pay. Thames Valley Police Federation Chair Aileen O’Connor said the number of officers at the force intending to resign – almost one t...
As it happens: Maidenhead United 0-0 Dagenham & Redbridge
That's it. The 10 men hold on for a point. Maidenhead didn't move the ball quickly or incisively enough in that half and are still searching for a first league win at hone. That was a big opportunity but they didn't take it. 0-0 90' Liam Vincent volleys over for the Daggers. 0-0 90' N'Guessan drags ...
Henley MP backs calls to make drivers report car accidents with cats
Freddie van Mierlo has called for action to be taken THE MP for Henley has branded an “anomaly” in the law where drivers are not required to stop after hitting a cat “fundamentally unfair”. More than 188,000 people signed a petition published in December last year calling for legislation to...
Maidenhead coach expecting 'Titanic' clash with Old Alleynians
Photo credit: Paul Morgan -- When Maidenhead’s players walk off the field after this Saturday’s game against Old Alleynians at Braywick Park, they’ll have played all the top four - and perhaps six of the top eight teams so far this season. The fixture list has thrown up a rough start for David...
Who gets a seat at the table for the Henley Bridge Lights working group?
Henley town councillors discussed their views last week HENLEY town councillors have disagreed over the make-up of a working group to oversee proposals to illuminate the town’s historic bridge. Make Henley Shine, a group of businesspeople, wants to light up the Grade I listed bridge with LED ...
New temporary Post Office opens in Maidenhead town centre
A new temporary Post office opened its doors inside a Co-op convenience store in Maidenhead town centre on Thursday. The new Welcome Co-op store at 50 Queen Street was set to open on the same day, however the opening date has now been pushed back to Thursday, November 19 to ‘allow a little more ti...
Diwali round-up 2026: Events across East Berkshire and South Bucks
Are you hosting a Diwali event? email jadek@baylismedia.co.uk The festival of lights is set to be celebrated across East Berkshire and South Bucks next month. Diwali marks the victory of light over darkness and is an important celebration in the Hindu, Sikh and Jain calendars. The festival ho...
Maidenhead manage to salvage point at Tunbridge Wells in 'horrific' playing conditions
Photo credit: Paul Morgan -- Maidenhead lost ‘strange game’ of rugby at Tunbridge Wells on Saturday as they were overwhelmed by their hosts in the first half - when conditions appeared to be in their favour - and then fought back brilliantly in the second half - when the wind was in their faces....
Football round-up: Marlow bounce back to beat Haringey Borough
Marlow goal scorer Seb D’Aversa -- Marlow 3, Haringey Borough 0 After going five matches in all competitions without a win, Marlow bounced back to form in fine style with a 3-0 win over Haringey Borough on Tuesday evening. Having come unstuck to lose 2-1 against the London Lions at Oak Tree Road o...
Viewpoint: Prime Maidenhead town centre land should not be left idle
Email letters to jamesp@baylismedia.co.uk or write to Viewpoint, Newspaper House, 48 Bell Street, Maidenhead, SL6 1HX. Prime town centre land should not be left idle Every morning I open my curtains and look at Statesman House on Braywick Road. It has been empty for more than five years. In O...
Seven home games without a win: Can Maidenhead United get the better of Dagenham?
George Abbott and Joel Odeniran. Photo: Darren Woolley -- Maidenhead United are still searching for their first home league win of the season - and will hope that can come against Dagenham & Redbridge this coming Saturday. But they did at least stop the rot of three straight league defeats with ...
Maidenhead United Women set up tie with AFC Wimbledon and cruise to win over Ascot United
Maidenhead United vs Andover New Street Ladies at York Road. Photo credit: Darren Woolley -- Maidenhead United’s Women’s team progressed to the second round of the FA Cup for only the second time in their history on Sunday after overcoming a doggedly determined Andover New Street Ladies side 3-0...
Maidenhead dogs wanted for lifesaving blood donation sessions
Dogs in Maidenhead are being encouraged to become blood donors as a charity launches its first donation sessions in the town. Pet Blood Bank UK has partnered with The Pines Veterinary Centre to host blood donation days and recruit more dogs to help save pets' lives nationwide. The charity, which ope...
Henley mayor helps launch Remembrance Day appeal
The Henley Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal was launched last Saturday THE mayor of Henley has said this year’s Poppy Appeal made him realise “how much people respect the principle of remembrance”. Mayor Ian Reissmann received the first poppy from John Green the president of the Henley branc...
Runners take to the streets of Maidenhead for Half Marathon and 10K races
Runners laced up their trainers and pounded the pavements at the Maidenhead Half Marathon and 10k on Sunday. Around 2,000 runners took part in the event, organised by RunThrough. It was the second time the half marathon had taken place since its revival last year, now with the added addition of a 10...
Fireworks round-up 2026: Events around East Berkshire and South Bucks
Are you hosting a firework display? email jadek@Baylismedia.co.uk Colourful fireworks will light up the skies across East Berkshire and South Bucks this November as residents mark Bonfire Night on November 5. Friday, October 30 A bonfire and fireworks display will be held at the West London A...