On Friday 13 September Bowie Experience comes to the Corn Exchange Newbury, a spectacular concert celebrating the iconic songs of pop legend David Bowie. A must-see for all Bowie fans, this mesmerising production is a journey through the sound and vision of the widely popular singer-songwriter and includes the classic hitsSpace Oddity, Starman, Fashion, China Girl, Rebel Rebel, Golden […]
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New Commander in West Berkshire
Superintendent Nicholas John has been appointed as the new Commander for the West Berkshire Local Policing Area (LPA). Superintendent Nicholas John started his new role as LPA Commander for West Berkshire today (Thursday 1st August 2019), taking over from Superintendent Jim Weems who has moved on to be the Head of Force Intelligence. Supt John […]
Duchess of Sutherland calls at Newbury this morning
6233 Duchess of Sutherland stops at Newbury this morning on her long haul journey to West Somerset Railway. The train full of traditional brunch eaters called at the Newbury station to collect a further 40 or so lucky passengers. Ray Wilton, a train enthusiast, said, “The locomotive pulled out of the station very well. Despite […]
A34 brought to a standstill at lunchtime
The A34, Newbury Bypass has ground to a halt this afternoon with two vehicles involved in a road traffic collision. The two vehicles involved were travelling southbound at A4 Bath Road. Congestion is currently as far back as Chieveley services however we have been informed that all lanes have now been re-opened with the vehicles […]
New Chairman at Thatcham Town FC
At last nights supporters AGM, a new Chairman, Vice Chairman and Secretary was appointed to the Thatcham Town FC board. Local businessman Dave Melin, appointed as Thatcham Town FC’s new chairman, stepped up to replace Eric Bailey who has fulfilled the role for the past 13 years, which included the memorable FA Vase competition run […]