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Stray sheep

Henley Reporter

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09:30AM, Monday 27 January 2025

SEVERAL sheep were loose on the road in Harpsden Way in Harpsden on Sunday.

A member of the public came across the sheep, which had escaped through holes in a fence that surrounded the field in which they were kept.

Some were recovered quicly but three went into a garden.

Environment

Avian flu suspected in death of swan near Caversham promenade

Watlington campaigners left fuming by council claim that air quality is no longer issue

Goring nature reserve launches appeal to replace pathways

Boat hire firm receives award for ongoing commitment to sustainability

Air pollution levels in Henley drop by a third

Children think critically about how our actions affect planet

One star rating for sewage discharges

Don’t panic! Wasps do more good than harm

Petition launched for ‘quiet’ fireworks

Turkeys taught not to fear bangs

Henley man arrested on suspicion of murder after Poole death

Call for council funds to fix Marsh Lock horsebridge branded ‘outrageous’

Stoke Row bakery makes national ‘Baker’s Dozen’ list

Brakspear’s longest-serving landlady celebrates 46 years as Wargrave publican

A fond farewell from the real-life Vicar of Dibley after 14 years

Your letters: Parking fines in Henley town centre could be higher

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The annual Swimarathon returns for its 41st year. Braywick Leisure Centre, Maidenhead Schools and organisations taking part in the event Furze Platt School

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Staff are going on strike at three Windsor Forest College Group sites in Berkshire. Striking staff on the picket line outside BCA

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Queensmere shopping centre, Slough The Queensmere shopping centre closing on Saturday 17th January 2026

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International Bowls, Desborough Bowling Club, Maidenhead British Isles U25 Women’s International Series England V Ireland , Scotland V Wales 7.2.26 Photos by Ian Longthorne Photography

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Sophie recently opened her own hair studio in Maidenhead and has been nominated for an award by the Hair and Beauty Awards 2026 1 Memorial Cottage, Fifield, SL6 2NX

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Sip and Conquer, 120 Maidenhead High Street The Sip and Conquer board game café opened at the weekend.

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Photos from The Maidenhead Advertiser 150th Anniversary book 'Days Gone By' are now available to buy.

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Henley man arrested on suspicion of murder after Poole death

A MAN from Henley was arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday after a man was seriously injured in Dorset and later died in hospital.

ALDI announces plans for Henley store

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Caversham nurseries temporarily shut over safety concerns