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'I was quite scared' - Residents react as huge fire destroys flats in Slough

Residents have reacted to a huge fire that has significantly damaged a block of flats in a quiet Slough cul-de-sac.

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Two dogs seized by police and 'taken to safety' in Slough over welfare concerns

Two dogs were seized by police and 'taken to safety' in Slough in one week over concerns for their welfare.

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Questions over 'unacceptable' delay in investigating Slough conduct complaints

Questions have been asked over how long council investigations are taking into councillors facing code of conduct complaints.

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Plan to demolish garage for 'poorly designed dwelling' in Slough rejected

A plan to demolish a Slough garage to build a three-bed house has been rejected with the refusal calling it a 'poorly designed dwelling'.

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Berks town set to host German president in third incoming state visit this year

The King is to host the German president in Windsor this December, marking the third state visit of 2025 to the Berks town.

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Listed green belt manor house hotel conversion and five new homes approved

Denham Mount given planning permission for hotel conversion and to revamp and convert five new homes on site.

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River Thames duplex with uninterrupted views of Windsor Castle on the market

A duplex apartment with uninterrupted views of the River Thames and Windsor Castle has been listed for sale in Eton

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Play about grandad and granddaughter coming to Curve Venue

A play about a grandad and his granddaughter is coming to Curve Venue

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Groove Onto the Moon at Curve Venue this half-term

A cosmic adventure awaits at Curve Venue this half-term

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New summit will bring together residents and professionals to tackle crime

A new event will bring together residents and professionals to discuss crime concerns

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Competition launched to teach kids about 'data centre superheroes'

A data centre operator has relaunched an online resource to teach primary school children about the industry

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Museum to expand royal history displays with major funding boost

A museum will expand its royal history displays thanks to a major funding boost

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How fast can I drive before triggering a speed camera? Car expert explains

What speed triggers a speed camera in UK - motoring experts explain how they work, what the rules are, and if 10% above speed limit exists

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The minimum temperature your heating should set at to avoid condensation & mould

Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening

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UK passports set for change from December – here's how

THE King’s coat of arms will be on the front of all new passports from December, the Home Office has announced.

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Verdict issued on UK snow chances by Met Office after surprise Europe winter weather

The Met Office has given its verdict on whether the UK could be hit by snow after parts of Europe experienced flurries.

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Man arrested as warrant is issued following theft of vehicles in Slough

A second man has been arrested on suspicion of theft after several vehicles were stolen in Slough.

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Almost 100 vehicles stopped on motorways as police use unmarked HGV in crackdown

Almost 100 vehicles have been pulled over on the M40 and M25 as police crack down on motoring crimes.

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Beloved opera comes to Norden Farm in a reimagined musical

Maidenhead will be hosting a captivating musical this autumn

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New fully electric trucks launched to support cleaner, greener transport

A new fleet of fully electric trucks is hitting the road to support cleaner, greener transport