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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

Nursery destroyed by fire has reopened with new look

A nursery has reopened just six weeks after it was destroyed in a late night fire. [...]

Eddystone delights visitors at Newbury station as part of rail tour

The spotting season is now well under way with three specials kicking it off in April. [...]

New salon opens after huge transformation

A hairdresser has opened her own salon in hopes to offer “something different” to the residents of Thatcham. [...]

Villagers can be ‘part of something special’

Residents are invited to “be part of something special” with the new commemorative brick wall in the Shaw-cum-Donnington Village Hall. [...]

Discovery sparks interest in archaeology and brings local history to life

An unexpected Civil War discovery has sparked an interest in archaeology and brought local history to life for one schoolboy. [...]

Consultation on 2,500 homes allows public feedback on masterplan

Public engagement consultations into the 2,500 homes development in North East Thatcham started this week. [...]

UK & International News from Radio News Hub

First Woman Archbishop Of Canterbury Vows To Create Space Amid Difference

The first female Archbishop of Canterbury has pledged to “create a space where there is difference” as she acknowledged there is not universal support for women bishops.. [...]

Teenager Who Recorded Fatal Hammer Attack On Mother Jailed For Murder

A teenager who murdered his mother with a hammer and recorded his attack on a dictaphone has been jailed for a minimum of 22 years and six months.. [...]

Luke Littler Helps England Squad Hit Target In Darts Tournament

Luke Littler was happy to teach the England squad how to hit the target as he hosted a darts tournament at St George’s Park.. [...]

Olivia Dean Lily Allen And CMAT Among Artists Nominated For The Ivors

Olivia Dean, Lily Allen and CMAT are among the artists nominated for awards which celebrate songwriting.. [...]

First Music Roster For Disabled Artists Aims To Stop Infantilisation

A new music roster for disabled artists has been launched to help ensure musicians are recognised as professionals and tackle “infantilisation” in the industry.. [...]

Resident Doctors Announce Strikes Just After Easter Break

Resident doctors in England are to strike for six days in the ongoing row over jobs and pay, the British Medical Association (BMA) announced.. [...]

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