IS disagreement healthy or unhealthy? Where would you draw the line? We would probably agree that if things turn unpleasant, abusive or violent, then it’s not healthy for anyone. Healthy disagreement involves listening to each other with respect and...
I AM sure that I am not the only person in Henley who has been having problems with our local broadband provider, although they moved mountains to get me finally re-connected this week. However, seven days without the internet has made me realise just...
AS the King has made clear in relation to his brother’s fall, our thoughts and sympathies must principally remain with the victims and survivors of all forms of abuse. In addition, can we forgive Andrew Mountbatten Windsor? This immediately raises...
I DO love a literary festival. The annual arrival of the Henley Literary Festival brochure is a huge moment in our household as we work out how we can cram in as many events as possible. Each year, the brilliant team behind it seem to surpass...
I’M not really a “party animal” but this Saturday afternoon I’m going to a 25th birthday bash at Christ Church in Reading Road, Henley. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Christ Church Centre and the end of a massive building project which...
A COMEDIAN who used to live in Henley is returning to perform. Bella Hull is on the bill for the next Honk! live comedy night with her latest show Piggie before she takes it to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The 25-year-old, who now lives in North...