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Marks and Spencer announces major change to items in bid to 'reduce costs'
Marks and Spencer has introduced invisible, ultraviolet tags on some milk bottles to track them through the recycling system.
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Snake warning issued to UK residents as RSPCA braces for 'influx' of sightings
The RSPCA has issued a warning to the public as it braces for an "influx" of snake sightings amid warmer weather conditions.
Sainsbury's announces major change that could save shoppers £150
Sainsbury’s say the new offers could save shoppers more than £150 over the course of the year.
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Luxury riverside home with private mooring hits the market for £3.15 million
A rare riverside home with a private mooring, blending period charm with modern luxury, is on the market for £3.15 million in Maidenhead.
What travel insurance do I need? Single, annual or long stay compared
Travel experts have shared what type of travel insurance you might need on a trip abroad, from single, annual and long stay
Slough park set to host family friendly nature festival celebrating community
Slough is set to host a major community event, the Water and Nature Festival, on July 19, 2025, from 1pm to 4pm at Salt Hill Park.
Lap dance club applies to renew sexual entertainment licence
The Honeypot lap dancing club in Maidenhead has applied for a sexual entertainment licence, with a consultation ongoing.
In the Dock: Latest court results from Reading Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Reading Magistrates’ Courts.
Motorist caught by automatic camera at 58mph on motorway is banned from the roads
A motorist who was caught by an automatic camera at 58mph on the M4 has been banned from the roads.
Police launch murder investigation after motorcyclist dies in crash
A murder investigation has been launched after a 31-year-old motorcyclist has sadly died in a fatal crash in Datchet.
Slough primary school wins gold sports award for second consecutive year
The Langley Academy Primary is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Gold School Games Mark for the second year in a row.
Mini golf to return to Slough with town square summer event
The Mini Golf event was previously hosted inside the Queensmere Shopping Centre, and is returning to Slough Town Square.
Major plans could see old buildings knocked down in favour of six-storey apartment
A major street in Slough could undergo a huge renovation after a planning application to build a three-storey apartment with 23 spaces, along with a six-storey commercial unit, was officially submitted.
Slough school boosts student numbers as new building officially opens
A Slough school has boosted its potential student numbers as it officially opened its new modular building.
Thunderstorms could disrupt transport as yellow warning issued
A yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for Berkshire and Buckinghamshire and much of the rest of England this weekend, with 'locally torrential' rain expected.
Flytipping at an uncontrollable level as council sends out stern warning
A spokesperson for Slough Borough Council posted on social media multiple photos of trash on public streets, urging residents to stop committing this crime.
Call for urgent donations as rare blood type shortage 'at risk of running low'
NHS Blood and Transplant urges urgent B negative blood donations as stocks run low in England, especially the South East. Register or book at blood.co.uk.
Government calls Slough council progress 'fragile' in post-COVID recovery
A government commissioners report on Slough Borough Council called its progress since COVID-19 'fragile'.
'Like home': Team praised for 'compassionate' care wins award
Jubilee Ward at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust named Clinical Team of the Year at All Star Awards, recognising excellence in NHS care in Slough.
Slough council cabinet set to vote on additional £918k funding for buses
Slough Borough Council's cabinet is set to vote on a recommendation to allocate an additional £917,715 in funding to buses in 2025/26.