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AN appeal has been launched to find a new local charity that can help identify underprivileged children to benefit from the Sir John Madejski Scholarship. Marie Redmond Tuition, which has...

A CAMPAIGN is breaking the taboo of breast cancer in men, thanks to grant-making charity Walk the Walk. Last month, the organisation arranged a special meet-up for men diagnosed with...

THE NEW Police and Crime Commissioner has announced his four-year vision for the Thames Valley. Matthew Barber said he will hold the Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police to account,...

A NEW retirement scheme is coming to the South East to support the region’s farmers. Last month, the Government announced new plans to encourage more environmentally-friendly farming. Currently, farmers receive...

THE WOKINGHAM property market has been “frenzied” as buyers rushed to make the most of the tax holiday, two of the town’s estate agents have said. Last week, the Government’s...

A CRISIS support centre is opening in Reading to provide short-term help to people in distress. The Breathing Space will open for each evening from Friday to Monday. It will...

A BALLROOM show featuring Strictly Come Dancing stars will be shimmying its way to The Hexagon later this month. Strictly Come Dancing professionals Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice have...

A WOKINGHAM-based charity says it needs fundraising now more than ever, as it comes through the pandemic. Dingley’s Promise, which supports under-fives with special educational needs and disabilities, is asking...

THOUSANDS of jobseekers across the South East have been busy retraining with a helping hand from the Government. Its Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP), which helps people start new careers...

A SENIOR youth worker is needed by Earley Town Council. The role would be for 16 hours each week supervising, mentoring and guiding the Youth Service Team. A spokesperson for...