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Woman rushed to hospital after three-car pile-up
A WOMAN was rushed to hospital following a three vehicle pile-up at the Coral Reef roundabout this morning.
VIDEO: The Queen officially opens Royal Ascot 2013
THOUSANDS turned out to show off the latest fashions and have a flutter at the first day of Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot: Where to find information
Want to know what the latest traffic updates are during Royal Ascot Week?
A minute's silence to be held at Royal Ascot for Sir Henry Cecil
There will be a minute's silence at Ascot Racecourse this afternoon in memory of the late Sir Henry Cecil.
New forum will explain Wokingham regeneration
RESIDENTS can take part in a new discussion group to learn more about the future of Wokingham.
Former Charters pupil Josh Cuthbert and Union J still flying high in chart
WINKFIELD lad Josh Cuthbert and his Union J bandmates have kept their place in the top 20 of the Uk Official chart.
Security operation ramps up for Royal Ascot
A substantial security operation will be in place in Ascot this week for the protection of the Queen and Royal family during Royal Ascot week.
Milton Road in Wokingham closed this evening
MOTORISTS are reminded Milton Road, in Wokingham, will be closed from 6pm to 6am tonight.
Labour councillor says "the fight is back on" after winning election
THE newest member of Bracknell Town Council has declared "the fight is back on" for Labour after winning a by-election.
Overnight closures in Downshire Way
MOTORISTS have been warned of overnight closures in Downshire Way, Bracknell.
Video: Heritage Day at RMAS Sandhurst
CROWDS flocked to look behind the scenes at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst after it opened its doors today.
Bracknell: Families fill up at South Hill Park foodie feast
MORE than 2,000 people got the chance to feast their eyes on a bevy of different nibbles and tipples at the South Hill Park Food Festival.
Youngsters in Crowthorne take on athletics
THE sun shone on a Crowthorne school as youngsters took part in a sports day and family picnic.
Double the takings at Age Concern Bracknell Forest sale
SCRUMMY cakes, cuddly toys and books were up for grabs at a table-top sale to raise cash for Age Concern Bracknell Forest.
Priestwood children's centre wins EQualities Award
KIDS and staff at a Bracknell children's centre are celebrating after picking up an award.
School dinner prices in Wokingham to rise
SCHOOL meal prices in Wokingham borough are set to go up by 5p to cover rising food and fuel costs.
Early morning shed fire at Box Hill
A FIRE crew was called to deal with a shed fire in the early hours of this morning.
Katie Price and Michael Gove to headline Crowthorne education festival
THE man in charge of the country's education will be put under the microscope alongside reality TV star Katie Price at the fourth Sunday Times Festival of Education.
Grandstand admission area sculpture unveiled at Ascot Racecourse
The main sculpture to be displayed in the Grandstand admission area during Royal Ascot, has been unveiled today (Friday, June 14).
Work paves way for bulldozers in Broadway/Crossway
SIGNS of Bracknell's long-awaited revamp are now becoming clear say regeneration bosses, with demolition work due to begin in a matter of weeks.
Royal Ascot to honour Henry Cecil with Queen's Vase race
ROYAL Ascot is to pay tribute to the late Sir Henry Cecil by naming the race in which Sir Henry had the most success in his honour.
Video: Bracknell youth club warns of loan shark danger
MEMBERS of a Bracknell youth club took to the stage to warn people about the dangers of using loan sharks.
Video: Bracknell's Got Talent 2013 final
TEN acts sang, danced and played their hearts out at Bracknell's Got Talent's final at South Hill Park on June 8.
Spate of Arborfield thefts might be linked, police say
BURGLARIES, break-ins and graffiti blighted Arborfield in just one night.
In this week's Bracknell News (June 13 edition)
A MUM of two who has less than 12 months to live is hoping for one last holiday with her family and is being helped by friends to raise funds for a trip to Florida. Also in this week's News (on sale now for 60p), we have lots of photos from the Bracknell's Got Talent final and have a preview of Royal Ascot - plus tips!
Parking permit survey for Bracknell town centre roads gets go ahead
A CONSULTATION to quiz Bracknell residents on the possible introduction of a parking permit scheme has been given the green light.
Bracknell Forest Council offices ready for £4m upgrade
THE £4m upgrade of Bracknell Forest Council's offices in Time Square has begun.
Coppid Beech roundabout set for £2.6m upgrade
THE heavy traffic congestion that affects the Coppid Beech roundabout could be reduced following a government grant.
Nepalese community protest outside Reading Crown Court
THERE were angry scenes outside Reading Crown Court this afternoon as about 500 Nepalese nationals expressed fears for their safety.
Royal Borough outlines road closures for Coronation Regatta and Windsor Triathlon
THE Royal Borough has announced the roads that will be closed this weekend for two events expected to attract thousands of spectators.
Busy month ahead in Wokingham Library
THERE is lots going on in Wokingham library with magicians and authors dropping in later this month.
Royal Ascot trainer Sir Henry Cecil dies after cancer battle
LEADING horse trainer Sir Henry Cecil has died at the age of 70 after a long battle with cancer
Binfield dancers hit the heights in competition
THREE girls from a Binfield dance academy reached the finals of a south east England competition - with one taking first prize.
Arborfield: Tributes paid to wife of ex-Gurkha Krishnamaya Mabo
The family of mother-of-three Krishnamaya Mabo, whose body was found in a field off Robin Hood Copse in Arborfield, has released a tribute to her.
Apprenticeships in Bracknell fall as applications soar
THE number of apprenticeships available in Bracknell Forest is falling while demand continues to soar.
Street dancer Stylefree Felix wins Bracknell's Got Talent
A TALENTED dancer from Earley clinched the top spot in Saturday's Bracknell's Got Talent final.
Ascot: Motorcyclist escapes unhurt after collision with Fiesta
THE people involved in this accident walked away with barely a scratch on them, despite the state of their vehicles.
Ascot Rocksalt Roof Garden owner considers appeal against licence refusal
THE owner of a champagne and caviar bar due to open in Ascot High Street is considering an appeal against the Royal Borough's refusal to extend its opening hours.
Cheerleaders hang up pompoms following two years of success
MEMBERS of a successful cheerleading squad have hung up their pom-poms after their coach retired.
Father of cystic fibrosis baby raises £8,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
A DAD whose infant daughter was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis has walked 100km in 15 hours to raise money for the charity which could help her.
Motorists warned of Wokingham road closures
DRIVERS are warned of a series of road closures in Wokingham on Sunday (June 9).
Attempted burglary in Bracknell town centre: two men arrested
TWO men have been arrested in connection with the attempted burglary of lead flashing from a building in Bracknell town centre, on Thursday, June 6.
A tasty menu for Eat Reading live
TASTE buds will be tickled when this year's Eat Reading Live! is served up today and tomorrow.
A tasty menu for Eat Reading live
TASTE buds will be tickled when this year's Eat Reading Live! is served up today and tomorrow.
Adam Afriyie to take part in Ascot climate change event
Adam Afriyie MP is to take part in a public conversation about climate change and the Government's Energy Policy.
Man charged with murder of Krishnamaya Mabo appears in court
THE MAN charged with murdering Krishnamaya Mabo has appeared in court today.
Binfield couple's tournament nets £1,000 for charity
A NETBALL tournament held in memory of a four-year-old boy from Bracknell helped raise more than £1,000 for charity.
Sunningdale mother with diabetes urges others to take their health seriously
A YOUNG mother faced the prospect of never seeing her son's face again as the result of the complications of her diabetes.
Man charged with murder following death of Krishnamaya Mabo
A MAN has been charged with murder and attempted rape following the death of Krishnamaya Mabo on Monday.
Try dive for a fiver at Bracknell Leisure Centre
Scuba diving can often seem like an expensive hobby to take up if you're not sure you are going to take to it. Bracknell News Series' chief reporter, Lisa Jones took up Bracknell British Sub Aqua Club's offer to try a dive for a fiver.
Bus delays warning for Woodley carnival
READING Buses is warning commuters to expect delays during the Woodley Carnival on Saturday.
Union J wow stadium crowds at Reading Mad Stad
CHEERS and screams rang out around Reading's Madejski Stadium on Saturday when Union J took centre stage at the Allstarz Summer Party.
In this week's Bracknell News...
BRACKNELL Forest Council's consultation for a permit parking scheme for more than 40 streets across the borough - which could see motorists paying to park outside their own homes.
Ascot and the Sunnings councillors expenses claims revealed
EXPENSES claimed by Royal Borough councillors representing Ascot and the Sunnings show that only two declined to make out-of-pocket claims last year.
Appeal to Julian Lennon over gypsy caravan discovered in Ascot house
Fundraisers are hoping that Julian Lennon will contact them after discovering a gypsy caravan belonging to his late father, John.
Thames Hospicecare wins Queen's Award for Voluntary Service 2013
THE dedication of volunteers at a hospice and a sexual health charity has been recognised with an award from The Queen.
Council seats in Bracknell and Crowthorne up for grabs - vote tomorrow
PARISH by-elections will be held in Great Hollands South and Crowthorne tomorrow (Thursday).
A night of glitz and glamour at Wokingham fashion show
WOKINGHAM was treated to a touch of glamour as models hit the catwalk for a fashion show.
Arborfield murder latest: victim confirmed to be Krishnamaya Mabo
POLICE have confirmed that the body discovered in Arborfield on Monday is that of Nepalese national Krishnamaya Mabo.
Arborfield murder: victim was strangled
A POST-MORTEM carried out on a body found in Arborfield on Monday has ruled the cause of death as asphyxiation.
Paralympian Sophie Christiansen opens Wexham Park Hospital ward
PARALYMPIC gold medallist Sophie Christiansen has officially opened a new modular hospital ward named in her honour.
Deer caught in railings at Ascot train station
A DEER had to be freed by firefighters after getting its head stuck in railings at a busy train station.
Whirlwind traveller visit in Jennett's Park forced to come to an end
PILES of rubbish have been abandoned next to the Peacock Farm pub after travellers were moved on last night (Tuesday).
Birch Hill cedar tree carved into children's wonderland
A DEAD cedar tree that was devastated by a storm has been revamped to create a wildlife wonderland for youngsters.
Arborfield death - man arrested on suspicion of murder
POLICE say the body of a woman found in a field in Arborfield yesterday is believed to be missing Krishnamaya Mabo.
Warfield: Smell of burning sparks fire crew call-out
FIREFIGHTERS responded to a smell of burning in Warfield last night.
Bracknell disabilities charity Ark Trust returns after 10-year absence
A DISABILITIES charity has returned to Bracknell after more than a decade away.
Bin blaze guts family bedroom in Hanworth
A FAMILY had a lucky escape when a raging fire tore through their Hanworth home in the early hours of today (Tuesday).
Landowners take action against travellers in Jennett's Park
THE Jennett's Park Consortium is in the process of ejecting a group of travellers from the land next to the Peacock Farm pub.
Woman's body found in an Arborfield field
THE body of a woman has been found in a field in Arborfield today (Monday).
Helicopter and sniffer dogs deployed to find missing diabetic woman
A DIABETIC woman from Arborfield has gone missing.
UPDATE: Delays of up to an hour on the M4 in both directions and motorcyclist airlifted to hospital
THERE are serious delays on the M4 in both directions this morning after a major accident.
The lights are going out on Bracknell's Broadway and Crossway
THE end is nigh for the dozens of stoic businesses in Broad-way and Crossway - all of whom will be forced to close by tomorrow (Tuesday).
It's merger or bust, says hospital boss
A HEALTH boss has declared a hospital trust will end up bust if a potential merger does not go through.
Travellers set up camp at Jennett's Park roundabout
TRAVELLERS have set up camp at the Jennett's Park roundabout in Bracknell.
THE bell has rung on Bracknell Boxing Academy as students and teachers met for the last time at its venue.
Time running out to enter Super Tots competition
THIS weekend is proud parents' last chance to get their little ones entered in the Bracknell News's Super Tots competition. Photographers will be in Princess Square shopping centre in Bracknell just today (Saturday) and tomorrow (Sunday).
See all the photos from the Pride of Bracknell Awards - and order copies
YOU can see all 99 photos we took at the Pride of Bracknell Awards - and order any copies on this website.
