Local Berkshire | News | Headlines http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/smilesbetter/ Latest from the online edition en-gb Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:15:09 +0000 Copyright (C) 2010 Clyde and Forth Press Ltd http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/feeds/ 57 Local Berkshire | News | Headlines http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/furniture/lb_logo_500x75.png http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/smilesbetter/ 'Bridge needs to replace level crossing' PUTTING in a footbridge "would not be impossible", says Wokingham's council leader. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45356-bridge-needs-to-replace-level-crossing/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45356-bridge-needs-to-replace-level-crossing/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000 News Plot to oust Tory posted on YouTube AN ASCOT councillor has exclusively told the News that she will not let an alleged smear campaign affect her work for the community. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45337-plot-to-oust-tory-posted-on-youtube/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45337-plot-to-oust-tory-posted-on-youtube/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000 News Campaigning mum honoured A DEDICATED mum has picked up a top award at a glitzy ceremony. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45359-campaigning-mum-honoured/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45359-campaigning-mum-honoured/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000 News Robbery charge against Devon man A DEVON man has been charged with two counts of robbery in South Bucks in June last year. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45369-robbery-charge-against-devon-man/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45369-robbery-charge-against-devon-man/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:12:22 +0000 News Laying foundations for new pre-school TEACHERS, parents and politicians have launched a £100,000 fundraising drive to give pre-schoolers a decent home. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45370-laying-foundations-for-new-preschool/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/12/45370-laying-foundations-for-new-preschool/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0000 News Pedalling for pounds PEDAL power was the key to raising money for an African school. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45344-pedalling-for-pounds/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45344-pedalling-for-pounds/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:19:24 +0000 News Reading hero mourned on return to UK CROWDS lined the streets of Wootton Basset this afternoon to pay their respects to fallen Reading army hero Coporal Richard Green http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45349-reading-hero-mourned-on-return-to-uk/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45349-reading-hero-mourned-on-return-to-uk/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:16:10 +0000 News X marks the spot! YOUNGSTERS were welcomed to the wacky world of science. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45366-x-marks-the-spot/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45366-x-marks-the-spot/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000 News Avoid poll card nightmare THOSE wanting to vote in the election are being urged to register. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45358-avoid-poll-card-nightmare/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45358-avoid-poll-card-nightmare/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000 News Books are brought to life HARRY Potter, Batman and Spongebob Squarepants in the same room can only mean one thing - World Book Day. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45289-books-are-brought-to-life/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45289-books-are-brought-to-life/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000 News Residents encouraged to buy 'ethical' gifts this Mother's Day A CHILDREN'S charity is encouraging people to buy ethical 'real gifts' this Mother's Day. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45330-residents-encouraged-to-buy-ethical-gifts-this-mothers-day/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45330-residents-encouraged-to-buy-ethical-gifts-this-mothers-day/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:01:13 +0000 News Cake fit for Heroes SHOPPERS can support servicemen and women by eating cake on Saturday. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45329-cake-fit-for-heroes/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45329-cake-fit-for-heroes/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:30:16 +0000 News Search on after train assault A TRAIN conductor was knocked unconscious by a passenger after asking him to buy a valid ticket. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45348-search-on-after-train-assault/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45348-search-on-after-train-assault/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000 News Bonus in store for John Lewis partners PARTNERS at Waitrose and John Lewis in Reading began the day with the news that this year's bonus is to be 15% of their annual salary, equal to almost eight weeks pay. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45306-bonus-in-store-for-john-lewis-partners/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45306-bonus-in-store-for-john-lewis-partners/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:34:54 +0000 News Live gig at Slough Library THE stage is set for the first ever live gig at Slough library. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45303-live-gig-at-slough-library-/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45303-live-gig-at-slough-library-/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:20:27 +0000 News Brothel shock for parade traders POLICE have closed down a brothel they say was operating above shops in Virginia Water. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45357-brothel-shock-for-parade-traders/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45357-brothel-shock-for-parade-traders/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000 News Twins club plans nearly new sale READING & District Twins Plus Club is holding a nearly new sale at Emmer Green's St Barnabas Church Hall in St Barnabas Road. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45322-twins-club-plans-nearly-new-sale/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45322-twins-club-plans-nearly-new-sale/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000 News Sunday action for clean-up team THE BTCV Biodiversity Action Team will be taking part in this year's RESCUE event in Prospect Park on Sunday. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45321-sunday-action-for-cleanup-team/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45321-sunday-action-for-cleanup-team/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000 News Bee-come a beekeeper BEEKEEPERS keen to introduce more people to their hobby are giving expert guidance at an open day later this month. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45299-beecome-a-beekeeper/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45299-beecome-a-beekeeper/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:00:00 +0000 News Police hunt masked mugger A MASKED thug made off with a teenager's wallet after ambushing him in the early hours of the morning. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45305-police-hunt-masked-mugger/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45305-police-hunt-masked-mugger/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:00:01 +0000 News Looking fab after dropping five dress sizes SUPER slimmer Angela Stretten has been crowned gym member of the year after shedding 10 stone in just 16 months. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45287-looking-fab-after-dropping-five-dress-sizes/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45287-looking-fab-after-dropping-five-dress-sizes/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:00:00 +0000 News Pairing up for culinary treat CULINARY masters Heston Blumenthal and Delia Smith will team up for the first time with Bracknell-based Waitrose. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45288-pairing-up-for-culinary-treat/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/11/45288-pairing-up-for-culinary-treat/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:30:00 +0000 News Terror suspects released without charge THREE men arrested in Slough last week for alleged terrorist fundraising have been released without charge. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45291-terror-suspects-released-without-charge-/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45291-terror-suspects-released-without-charge-/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:40:05 +0000 News Appeal for witnesses of fatal crash POLICE are still trying to trace a driver who may have seen a fatal car crash in Binfield. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45290-appeal-for-witnesses-of-fatal-crash/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45290-appeal-for-witnesses-of-fatal-crash/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:46:42 +0000 News Two arrests after suspected drug dealing TWO men face further police questioning in connection with drug dealing in west Reading. http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45284-two-arrests-after-suspected-drug-dealing/ http://www.localberkshire.co.uk/news/roundup/articles/2010/03/10/45284-two-arrests-after-suspected-drug-dealing/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:49:02 +0000 News