Olivia Endellion Mowl

A DeafBlind social media influencer has won an RNIB See Differently Award in recognition of her work to improve the accessibility of websites and social media content.

A Berkshire resident whose mum died in 2023 bravely shared her words in Parliament this week, in the hope of highlighting to decision-makers the difference access to the right palliative care and grief support can make.

Newbury Spring Festival was delighted to welcome HRH The Duke of Kent to a performance at St. Nicolas Church, Newbury on Saturday 18 May in his role as Patron of the festival. The Duke attended with his daughter, Lady Helen Taylor, and her husband Timothy Taylor.

On the lower ground floor there are a range of entertainment facilities including a cinema, gym, juice bar, wine cellar and a panic/safe room. An indoor pool complex within the garden has a large heated pool and hot tub with plenty of indoor terracing for pool furniture.

Indie cinema Reading Biscuit Factory’s short horror film showcase is back this July with SEASON OF THE WITCH, a screening of shorts directed by women and non-binary filmmakers. Tickets for the first screening on July 10th at 8pm have sold quickly, with a second date on July 14th at 7:30pm being added due to demand. Featuring a selection of short horror films curated by Stephen Graves and Nicci Brighten, SEASON OF THE WITCH follows the sell-out success of Reading Biscuit Factory’s short horror film screenings WINTER CHILLS and SPRING RITES. “RBF are thrilled to host another night of horror shorts, following the success of WINTER CHILLS and SPRING RITES, this time centring women and non-binary filmmakers!” says James Ireland, Assistant Manager at Reading Biscuit Factory. "I’m super proud to have helped curate a diverse array of exceptional shorts showcasing and celebrating the talent of women and non-binary filmmakers at different stages in their careers, each selection a testament to the power of inclusive storytelling and cinematic vision," says SEASON OF THE WITCH judge Nicci Brighten, who’s produced and starred in award-winning short horror films including ERIC, THE DEAD OF WINTER and A DOLL DISTORTED

A Berkshire-based author has delved into the world of online scams, romance fraud, and other seedy underworld activities for his latest novel. ‘The Wife Before Last’ is the latest book by thriller writer David Palin, based in Bracknell. Published this week (May 23rd) by Matthew James Publishing, ‘The Wife Before Last’ explores themes of deceit, revenge, and survival in our increasingly connected, online-centric, world. “The internet is a treasure chest full of such opportunities for multiple identities, but it can also be Pandora’s Box,” says Palin. Written in part during the pandemic, ‘The Wife Before Last’ was inspired by the connection and division that occurred during that time, twisted through the author’s trademark dark and psychological, lens.“The all-pervasive influence of technology is shown as unavoidable, but a double-edged sword,” says the author. He adds: “Figuratively, lockdown, during which time I put much of this story together, added to that feeling of humanity divided.” Filled with twists and turns, ‘The Wife Before Last’ will have readers questioning everything and everyone. The book centres around a master manipulator, Marcus, who uses the internet to target and scam unsuspecting women for thousands of pounds — a scenario that is all too common in today’s society. However, hell hath no fury like a woman scorned and Marcus’ web of lies and deception could also be his undoing.

A brand-new coffee shop has opened in Newbury much to the delight of residents.  BrewBlood, situated on Batholomew Street, recently opened its doors and is ran by couple Elton Wai and Olivia Cheung.

The great British festival. Some love it, some loathe it. They are frolicking around in sunflower fields with glitter-stained cheeks and twirling a baton. They are being sandwiched between sweat-covered bodies whilst aggressively jumping up and down in cramped tents.

A pub in the heart of Windsor has recently opened under new management much to the delight of residents of the town.

Station Road has been dubbed by many as 'shoddy' and 'poorly maintained' due to the huge amount of potholes that litter its surface.