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Welcome to your window into Thatcham!  Here you can catch-up with the latest news and chat about what’s happening in your town.  You can explore our directory to find, shops, services, amenities and advice.  Discover what community, sporting, cultural and social events are coming up.  You can also check out our guide to eating, drinking and entertainment.  You can find out what’s on Thatcham Town Radio, how to listen and get involved.  Jump in and take a look and please let us know what you think.

News from Newbury Today

New unit will be largest café in Newbury after moving out of Kennet Centre

A new café is now the largest in Newbury and will create more than 20 new jobs in the area, says its director. [...]

Jailed: Former bank employee who defrauded his dementia-stricken mother

A former bank employee cheated his dementia-stricken mother out of £43,000, squandering cash on drink, drugs and fast cars. [...]

Primary school receives first Ofsted report under new system

A West Berkshire primary school’s performance has been mostly ranked as ‘expected’ and of a ‘strong standard’ following a recent inspection. [...]

My Newbury: The Aldworth Giants

This picture of the Aldworth Giants was taken by Tracey Godsmark. [...]

Some of council’s £200m spend to support the local economy

West Berkshire’s small businesses are set to benefit from a new council procurement strategy. [...]

Prolific shoplifter successfully appeals sentence… days after police highlighted his conviction

A shoplifter who repeatedly thumbs his nose at the courts has successfully appealed the length of his prison sentence. [...]

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