The ongoing traffic warden strike impacts Reading; lost parking fees costing council significant revenue. Reading Traffic Warden Strike Costs Council Thousands in Lost Revenue Traffic wardens are striking for higher pay. They belong to the Unite union and want better wages like other towns. Union rep Richard White spoke to the local paper. He thinks…
The Fines Bayliwick House Hotel will transform into eleven two-bedroom apartments after council approval. Hotel to Housing: Fines Bayliwick House to Become Apartments You can see details on each plan online. Look using the application number. Find it on Bracknell Forest or Wokingham Borough Council’s site. A Binfield hotel will become apartments. The Fines Bayliwick…
Detached home in Warfield, Berkshire, hits the market for £1 million, boasting four bedrooms, and a south facing garden. Berkshire Detached House in Warfield Listed for Sale at £1 Million The house is on Roundshead Drive in Warfield. It features a double garage and a landscaped garden that faces south. The agent describes it as…
SCAS starts project in Hampshire, Thames Valley, to cut stabbings. Education, first aid training, and film release planned. Ambulance Service Launches Campaign to Tackle Knife Crime SCAS leads a knife crime project this February, covering Hampshire and the Thames Valley area. The goal is to reduce knife-related offenses and show the impact on everyone involved.…
Law firm Blandy & Blandy will cease their partnerships with current Berkshire charities, seeking new local partners. Blandy & Blandy Law Firm to End Support for Berkshire Charities Blandy & Blandy law firm supports local charities. They have offices in Reading, Henley, and Wokingham. They will pick two new charities on July 1, and this…
Join Sue Ryder’s “Lap the Lake” May 10 for International Nurses Day raise funds for hospice care. Swim for Charity Reading Lake Hosts Sue Ryder Open-Water Event Sue Ryder wants locals to join their “Lap the Lake” event. This healthcare charity offers bereavement support too. The event happens May 10 at Reading Lake, leading up…
An inquest is underway for Nicholas Macer, 50, found near his home in the Oxford Canal, December 18, with a cause of death of drowning. Oxford Father Nicholas Macer Death Inquest Opened This Year There was a man named Nicholas Macer. He was a landscape gardener and lived in Oxford. Sadly, Nicholas passed away on…
Residents oppose a children’s home in Old Shotton citing safety and lack of engagement. Council to review the plan. Peterlee Locals Object to Childrens Home Plan Near Old Shotton A plan exists. It involves opening a facility in Old Shotton. People in Peterlee heavily oppose the idea. Atlas Children’s Homes wants to convert a house…
Groups GARD and CPRE Oxfordshire are fighting approved reservoir plans. They want a review despite the go-ahead. Abingdon Reservoir Face Continued Opposition Despite Approval Some groups still fight a planned reservoir. GARD and CPRE Oxfordshire want a review. This follows the Chancellor’s reservoir approval. She announced it alongside economic measures. A third runway is planned…
Discover free and cheap activities for families in County Durham this February half term. Find fun events across the region! County Durham Half Term Fun Awaits With These Activities There are many things to do around Darlington. County Durham has free or cheap events for kids. I have a list of some fun options for…