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Counselling service to close after 35 years

Sandhurst Counselling Service was established as a drop-in service in 1990.

Doug is wearing a blue jacket and is posing behind a full bin in a park in Maidenhead.

About 20 reports of fly-tipping a day in Berkshire

One council says it is "cracking down" on fly-tippers and has already issued fines this year.

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GP surgeries could close over 'poor locations'

Two GP surgeries in Bracknell could be closed in the next five years as they are "poorly located".

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Council bids for devolution deal

West Berkshire Council is in discussions with neighbouring local authorities over joining forces.

Chinese-owned masts to be replaced on tower block

Bracknell council approves plans for Chinese-owned 5G masts to be removed from the tower block.

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Council to enhance 'forest' identity to boost arts

Bracknell Forest Council wants to invest in its libraries and the renovation of the town centre.

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Golf course graveyard conversion plans approved

The expansion of a graveyard on to a Bracknell golf course gets the go-ahead from council planners.

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Most councils behind on council tax collection

Council leaders blame the cost of living crisis as well as the Covid pandemic.

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Pitch and putt graveyard plans set to be approved

Planning bosses are set to approve the expansion of a graveyard onto a golf course in Bracknell.