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THE tenants of the Dew Drop Inn in Hurley have been named best newcomers by Brakspear. Sarah and Marius Pretorius were recognised in the pub company’s annual awards. It was judged on overall excellence, guest feedback, sales growth and business...

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A LIFELINE for those facing financial hardship is available. For an in-confidence discussion, call Valentine de Haan on 0118 972 2967 or Sue Nickson on 0118 972 4520.

Woman sets sights on triple crown

AN open water swimmer hopes to complete the triple crown of open water swimming when she takes on the Santa Catalina Channel on Wednesday. Laura Reineke, founder of Friends of the Thames, said she hopes the swim will raise awareness of the threats...

Bright futures ahead as students shine in A-level exams

STUDENTS at state schools in and around Henley have celebrated their A level results while regional divides increased. A level results day last Thursday saw a record high number of pupils across England, Wales and Northern Ireland achieving the top...

Mothers launch podcast to help disabled child carers

A MOTHER from Wargrave has launched a podcast to help carers of disabled children. Jane Holmes, 55, of Blakes Road, has started Let’s Take Care alongside her friend Melissa Paulden, both mothers to adult children with cerebral palsy, to offer...

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Residents protest against use of chemical weedkiller

Residents protest against use of chemical weedkiller

RESIDENTS in Goring are protesting against the use of a chemical weedkiller. The Goring Villagers Against Glyphosate group have been posting flyers through letterboxes against the use of glyphosate. It reads: “Hey! Not this Way!” and outlines...
Thousands defy downpour

Thousands defy downpour

DESPITE an ominous weather forecast and eventual downpour thousands of people flocked to the 134th Henley Farm and Country Show. The annual event, held at the Henley Showground on Saturday, comprised farming, livestock and machinery displays, classic...

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