Sunday, June 21, 2026

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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

Brothers sentenced for operating cannabis factory operation worth tens of thousands of pounds

Police who raided a home found a cannabis factory, as well as an array of hallucinogenic and other drugs. [...]

‘This is his life you’re taking - MND doesn’t wait’: Couple’s despair at 18-month wheelchair wait

A man with motor neurone disease left waiting over a year for a wheelchair says his life has been put on hold by delays that have taken his dignity. [...]

New roads contractor lines up in West Berkshire

West Berkshire Council’s long-standing highways contractor has lost the contract. [...]

Newbury man fined £1,750 after fly-tipping

A man has been ordered to pay more than £1,750 after waste was found dumped. [...]

Education secretary defends SEND changes

As West Berkshire Council submits its final SEND reform plan, the education secretary has defended changes. [...]

Watch the toe-tapping trailer for The Watermill’s summer musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

We have a great taster vid to share with you – take a look and have a good sing along. [...]

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