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The flood defence plan that would have protected Wraysbury, and other at risk villages. 27th December Royal Borough Observer. The defence scheme that would have protected four flood-stricken villages (Image: PA) THROUGHOUT most of the 2010s, four riverside villages that… Read moreThe defence scheme that would have protected Wraysbury
New Year’s Resolutions shouldn’t be so hard that we give up on them before the end of the month. As I like to tell my kids, bigger isn’t always better and sometimes less is more. In addition, in this… Read more10 New Year’s Resolutions to Make a Difference in Our Community
The big day has now passed and many will be wondering ‘what now?’ For those with artificial trees the packing up process is quite easy, but disposing of real trees isn’t quite as simple. If you have a real Christmas… Read moreWhere can I dispose of my Christmas tree?
New York, Paris and London were Grinch Green with envy last night, after their bids to host Santa were scooped by the small villages of Wraysbury & Horton, which sit nestled between Heathrow Airport and the M25 and M4 motorways…. Read moreSanta upset, as New York loses out
Please don’t suffer in silence this Christmas Christmas can be a difficult time for many and we know that a number of different types of abuse can increase during this period. All forms of abuse are illegal no matter who… Read morePlease don’t suffer in silence this Christmas
See what support is available to help with the cost of living and find out how to save money with our energy saving tips. Cost of Living Payment If you claim certain benefits or tax credits, you may be eligible for… Read moreGovernment Help for Households
If you are going out over the festive period remember to secure your property & valuables to protect them against opportunist burglars . Also try to check in with neighbours to see if they need any support. Message… Read moreDon’t Make it Easy! Keep Burglars out in the cold!
A Wraysbury group has formed to help protect and reassure the scared and vulnerable in the wake of several recent break-ins in the village. Wraysbury Guardian Angels got started in light of at least a score of break-ins since July…. Read moreWraysbury ‘guardian angels’ defend village from would-be thieves
The elves have now released Santa’s route for Christmas Eve. Make sure you get out, and give him a wave.
Wraysbury players are performing Rapunzel for a very limited period December 26th to 28th. Book your tickets now at Pennyfields or Sai News or Via their website: http://www.wraysburyplayers.co.uk
Tis the season… Christmas, the time of excess. The one time that everyone suspends the rules that guide our lives. “Oh, yes please, I’ll have another, as it’s Christmas” But then we have the Cost of Living Crisis, utility bills… Read moreTis the season…
Your waste collection dates Upcoming waste collections: from 15/12/2022 Address: High Street, Wraysbury Staines Service Date Recycling Collection Service 20/12/2022 Recycling Collection Service 27/12/2022 Refuse Collection Service 27/12/2022 Your usual collection day is Tuesday. Please note this may be affected… Read moreWaste collection dates over Christmas
How life has changed in Windsor and Maidenhead: Census 2021 Windsor and Maidenhead’s population increased by around 8,900 between the last two censuses (held in 2011 and 2021). This semi-automated article highlights some of the most notable changes among the local population…. Read moreHow life has changed in RBWM: Census 2021
Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, is currently seeking resident’s views on crime and the policing budget for 2023/24. As part of an ongoing local crime survey, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley is today… Read morePolice and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, Matthew Barber, is currently seeking resident’s views on crime and the policing budget for 2023/24.
A fascinating and entertaining Christmas read After All: A project that tried to stand a town on its head By Vitali Vitaliev Published Wednesday, December 14, 2022 Do you recognise the skyline? (See end of post…) Ding-Dong! Time for our traditional… Read moreA project that tried to stand Wraysbury on its head – From Engineering & Technology Magazine
Conservative MP Adam Afriyie declared bankrupt IMAGE SOURCE,UK PARLIAMENT Adam Afriyie has been Windsor’s MP since 2005 Conservative MP Adam Afriyie has been made bankrupt after a judge heard he owed around £1m to HMRC and £700,000 to Barclays bank…. Read moreLocal MP Declared Bankrupt
RBWM have announced The Green will have its current 30mph zone reduced to 20mph in the spring. Cllr David Cannon said “Following Councillor Larcombe’s requests and the result of a subsequent consultation of people on the road affected, RBWM will… Read moreThe Green to join 20mph zone
The current spell of very cold weather, in addition to the very high prices for gas and electricity pose a potential threat to us all, but they pose a significantly higher risk to the elderly. Most of us have turned… Read moreCold Snap on Way
