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...

Revellers praise ‘friendliest’ festival

EIGHTIES fans dressed as the Flintstones, Freddie Mercury and Hi-de-Hi! characters were among those spotted enjoying the 16th Rewind South festival. Held in Temple Island Meadows, the festival took place from Friday to Sunday and featured 24 retro...

Museum farewell competition on the cards

A PLAYING card company is holding a competition to say farewell to the River & Rowing Museum, which is set to close its doors next month. Ace Places Playing Cards is asking people to submit their “fondest memories” of the museum to be in with a chance...

Artist repairs apple sculpture

AN artist from Henley has spent five months restoring an apple sculpture donated to Henley by its German twin town. The colourful apple, which weighs around 80kg, was first installed in Gravel Hill in 2012 after being donated by Leichlingen. It...

Dog day care centre could close after £24,500 bill

A DOG daycare business in Ipsden is facing closure after being issued a backdated business rates bill totalling more than £24,500. Pawfect Playdays in Icknield Road has been asked to pay the sum to South Oxfordshire District Council within three...

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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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