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The Queen attends Cartier Queen’s Cup polo at Guards Polo Club, Egham

The Queen was on hand to present the prizes to the victors at the Cartier Queen’s Cup at Guards Polo Club, near Egham, on Sunday June 16.

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Sir Stuart Hampson in his High Sheriff court dress, complete with ceremonial sword

Meet the High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire, Sir Stuart Hampson

TV dramas have left many people believing that a Sheriff was a despotic robber baron of the Middle Ages. But they’re still about, and on the side of good, as Sandra Smith discovered.

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The official opening ceremony (left to right) : Dr Robin Borthwick, Julian May, Tim Wilson

Brilliant Bradfield

Some 18 months after their old cricket pavilion was destroyed in an arson attack, Bradfield Cricket Club in Berkshire officially opened their new building during a family day for the whole village.

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Support South Bucks Hospice at a traditional British Garden Party

Celebrate Queen’s Birthday with South Bucks Hospice

South Bucks Hospice will be holding a quintessentially British Garden Party on Saturday 8th June 2013, 2pm – 5pm, in Knotty Green.

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Mr Michael Turner with Mr Dennis Garrett, SSAFA

Bel & Dragon Windsor support SSAFA

The Bel & Dragon, Windsor, hosted a tea party for 60 supporters of SSAFA Forces Help which raised more than £1,300. Frazer Tompkins, Manager of the Bel & the Dragon welcomed everyone and said he was delighted to see the SSAFA supporters again. This event started in support of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal in 2011 and the third to be held for SSAFA at the Bel & The Dragon.

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The Birds of a Feather stars in the frame

TV Stars back Fostering Fortnight

Stars from one of BBC TV’s most fondly remembered sitcoms, Birds of a Feather are ‘Getting in the Frame’ with Buckinghamshire County Council for Foster Care Fortnight (13-26 May) to raise awareness of the need for more foster carers in the county.

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The Oracle Riverside

The Oracle, Reading

Opened in 1999, The Oracle is the Thames Valley’s premier shopping destination, home to around 90 retail units from chic boutiques to major department stores including Debenhams and House of Fraser. Major brands including Hollister, Reiss, Zara, Hobbs and Apple make the centre a must-visit for anyone searching for the latest high-street trends, from everyday outfits to something for every special occasion.

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M&S Reading’s Section Manager goes bald for charity

Employees from M&S Reading have raised over £500 with the help of their Section Manager who shaved his head for charity. Paul Wells went bald in order to support Bike24 Challenge, a 24-hour bike ride fundraiser organised by M&S.

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The NJW Team are ready to take on the MoonWalk

Team NJW walk for breast cancer

Trudie Jedynak, Cerys Jones and Emma Holland of NJW Ltd, Newbury’s workplace technology and service provider, will be taking part in the 16th MoonWalk London on May 11th.

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The NJW Team are ready to take on the MoonWalk

Local lifeguards save the day

Leisure centre staff track down stolen phones

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Local People

Sir Stuart Hampson in his High Sheriff court dress, complete with ceremonial sword

Meet the High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire, Sir Stuart Hampson

TV dramas have left many people believing that a Sheriff was a despotic robber baron of the Middle Ages. But they’re still about, and on the side of good, as Sandra Smith discovered.

Read full story »

The official opening ceremony (left to right) : Dr Robin Borthwick, Julian May, Tim Wilson

Brilliant Bradfield

Some 18 months after their old cricket pavilion was destroyed in an arson attack, Bradfield Cricket Club in Berkshire officially opened their new building during a family day for the whole village.

Read full story »

Support South Bucks Hospice at a traditional British Garden Party

Celebrate Queen’s Birthday with South Bucks Hospice

South Bucks Hospice will be holding a quintessentially British Garden Party on Saturday 8th June 2013, 2pm – 5pm, in Knotty Green.

Read full story »

Mr Michael Turner with Mr Dennis Garrett, SSAFA

Bel & Dragon Windsor support SSAFA

The Bel & Dragon, Windsor, hosted a tea party for 60 supporters of SSAFA Forces Help which raised more than £1,300. Frazer Tompkins, Manager of the Bel & the Dragon welcomed everyone and said he was delighted to see the SSAFA supporters again. This event started in support of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal in 2011 and the third to be held for SSAFA at the Bel & The Dragon.

Read full story »

The Oracle Riverside

The Oracle, Reading

Opened in 1999, The Oracle is the Thames Valley’s premier shopping destination, home to around 90 retail units from chic boutiques to major department stores including Debenhams and House of Fraser. Major brands including Hollister, Reiss, Zara, Hobbs and Apple make the centre a must-visit for anyone searching for the latest high-street trends, from everyday outfits to something for every special occasion.

Read full story »

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