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Popular steakhouse with 'great food' fails recent hygiene inspection

A popular Slough steakhouse that has a ‘great atmosphere and awesome food’ has failed their most recent food hygiene inspection.

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In the dock: Man sentenced for driving under influence of three different drugs

The following cases have been heard in Slough Court house..

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New David Brent statue unveiled to mark 25 years of The Office

A new sculpture has been unveiled at a Slough Premier Inn to mark 25 years of The Office.

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Everything we know about the M4 crash

A person was rescued from their car after the collision on the M4 that caused 40 minute delays.

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Datchet businessman and son to cycle 340 miles across Spain

A Datchet businessman whose son was born prematurely is preparing to take on a major cycling challenge in Spain to raise money for children’s medical research.

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Teenager, 19, who died after three-vehicle crash on M40 officially named at inquest

A 19-year-old woman who died following a three-vehicle collision on the M40 between High Wycombe and Loudwater has been formally identified at an inquest hearing.

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Range Rover driven by Queen Elizabeth II hits the market

A 2007 Range Rover driven by Queen Elizabeth II is up for sale.

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Slough Borough Council issues 'extreme' wildfire alert for coming weekend

Residents across Slough are being urged to take extra care this weekend after a Red/Extreme wildfire alert was issued due to forecast high temperatures.

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'Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler dies aged 75

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler known for hits Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died aged 75.

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Families move into revamped temporary accommodation block in Slough

A former temporary accommodation block in Slough has been transformed into larger family homes following a major refurbishment project.

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Ricky Gervais revisits The Office in new 25th anniversary special

Ricky Gervais is set to revisit his favourite moments from The Office as the Slough-set comedy approaches its 25th anniversary.

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Windsor and Maidenhead named one of UK's best places for alfresco dining

Windsor and Maidenhead has been ranked among the best places in the UK for eating and drinking outdoors, according to new research.

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Ex-Met Police sergeant died after being struck by train, inquest hears

A former Metropolitan Police sergeant who struggled with mental health issues died after being struck by a train in Buckinghamshire, an inquest has heard.

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Village leading the way in becoming more dog-friendly

A village is leading the way in becoming a more welcoming place for dogs and their owners.

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Datacentres could cause temperatures to rise for Slough residents living nearby

Rising temperatures are putting residents under pressure.

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New immersive entertainment venue with over three floors opens in Slough

Mega City, a new immersive entertainment venue has opened in Slough.

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Eco upgrades at Windsor Leisure Centre set to cut costs by up to £100k

Major upgrades at Windsor Leisure Centre could see a reduction in carbon emissions and could cut costs by up to £100k annually

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Hospital wards in Slough hit 35c during heatwave as fears raised about climate crisis

Hospital wards reached a sweltering 35 degrees during the latest heatwave, the trust running Wexham Park Hospital has said – and its board has pledged to work to be better.

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Man jailed after raping teenage girl in Slough park

A 37-year-old man has been jailed for raping a teenage girl in a park.

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When is Flying Ant Day 2026? Potential dates for natural phenomenon revealed

Flying Ant Day is likely to take place between July and August in 2026, but what are the potential dates?