http://www.getbracknell.co.uk Top stories for getbracknell http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113792_hotline_snares_benefit_cheats Whistle-blowing neighbours have helped benefit fraud investigators identify nearly double the amount of dishonestly claimed housing and council tax benefit. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113792_hotline_snares_benefit_cheats Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113794_retirement_complex_decision_on_the_cards A 152-bed retirement complex could be opened as early as summer 2013 if Bracknell Forest Council gives plans the go-ahead. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113794_retirement_complex_decision_on_the_cards Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113797_owners_urged_to_clean_up_dog_poo The deputy mayor of Sandhurst will dress up in a dog suit to promote a new campaign to encourage pet owners to ‘scoop the poo’. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113797_owners_urged_to_clean_up_dog_poo Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113805_drought_order_ruled_out_by_thames_water_but_hosepipe_ban_remains Thames Water say there is no longer a possibility of more serious water restrictions this year but expressed caution about longer-term prospects. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113805_drought_order_ruled_out_by_thames_water_but_hosepipe_ban_remains Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/community/s/2113858_q__a_anne_parry_of_stress_solutions Anne Parry, 55, is a complementary therapist and laughter leader at her business Stress Solutions. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/community/s/2113858_q__a_anne_parry_of_stress_solutions Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/s/2113850_free_try_dive_with_bracknell_scuba_club I have done some snorkelling, but my experience of diving is limited to hanging off (or rather on for dear life) to a diving board by my fingertips, too terrified to drop five foot into the pool. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/s/2113850_free_try_dive_with_bracknell_scuba_club Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/theatre_and_dance/s/2113845_the_sainsbury_singers_thoroughly_modern_millie Cast and crew are putting the finishing touches to The Sainsbury Singers' production of Thoroughly Modern Millie, coming to The Hexagon next week. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/theatre_and_dance/s/2113845_the_sainsbury_singers_thoroughly_modern_millie Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113838_phillip_lee_mp_public_sector_shouldnt_have_striked_over_pensions Approximately 250,000 public sector workers were estimated to have participated in strike action across the United Kingdom on Thursday, May 10, in protest at Government proposals regarding pensions. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113838_phillip_lee_mp_public_sector_shouldnt_have_striked_over_pensions Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/film_and_cinema/s/2113808_film_review_dark_shadows Dark Shadows is a pedestrian comedic gothic horror tale that brings nothing new to the table. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/film_and_cinema/s/2113808_film_review_dark_shadows Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/days_out/s/2113746_getbracknell_offer_discount_tickets_to_bracknell_ale__wine_festival Tickets are now on sale for the 2012 Bracknell Ale & Wine Festival at Bracknell Town Football Club on Bank Holiday Monday 4th June at Larges Lane. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/days_out/s/2113746_getbracknell_offer_discount_tickets_to_bracknell_ale__wine_festival Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/blogs/andanotherthing/s/2113749_getfocused_diamond_jubilee_street_party_photographs There are a few simple steps you take to make a great street party photo. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/blogs/andanotherthing/s/2113749_getfocused_diamond_jubilee_street_party_photographs Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/food_and_drink/s/2113739_getcooking_spaghetti_carbonara I remember how my son,then aged six, became interested in learning about the flags and capitals of all European countries from the Euros in 2008. He also asked me about what kind of food is eaten at each of them. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/food_and_drink/s/2113739_getcooking_spaghetti_carbonara Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/days_out/s/2113664_dubs_at_the_park_event_cancelled A popular festival featuring VW campervans and Beetles has been cancelled due to the wet weather. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/days_out/s/2113664_dubs_at_the_park_event_cancelled Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/theatre_and_dance/s/2113630_fans_are_in_for_a_treat_with_jam_pot_theatres_orphans Undoubtedly one of, if not the, most famous stage orphans of all time has got to be the curly-haired ginger Annie. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/theatre_and_dance/s/2113630_fans_are_in_for_a_treat_with_jam_pot_theatres_orphans Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/music/s/2113561_guitar_festival_at_south_hill_park_in_june Guitarists and music fans will be flocking to South Hill Park this summer when the Bracknell arts centre hosts its first guitar festival. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/entertainment/music/s/2113561_guitar_festival_at_south_hill_park_in_june Wed, 09 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/2113663_russell_grants_horoscopes_for_may_14_to_20 Taurus (Apr21/May21) Creative inspiration comes in an unexpected way. You may find yourself flipping through a travel catalogue or watching a movie set in foreign climes and decide to write, paint, or play music. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/2113663_russell_grants_horoscopes_for_may_14_to_20 Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113809_phillip_lee_mp_back_victims_campaign Bracknell's MP is lending his support to calls for a rethink of Government proposals for victims and witnesses. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113809_phillip_lee_mp_back_victims_campaign Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113818_date_set_for_sandhurst_farmers_market_ The date of the launch of a new farmer’s market in Sandhurst has been confirmed as Sunday, June 10. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113818_date_set_for_sandhurst_farmers_market_ Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113814_volunteers_needed_can_you_lend_a_hand A call has been made for kind-hearted people to come forward and take up roles as volunteers for Bracknell’s numerous charitable organisations. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113814_volunteers_needed_can_you_lend_a_hand Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113810_rainy_days_force_umbrella_sales_up_at_waitrose The horrible weather has been welcomed by bosses of a Bracknell-based supermarket who saw sales of brollies go up by 5,000 per cent compared to last year. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113810_rainy_days_force_umbrella_sales_up_at_waitrose Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113813_online_guide_for_disabled_proving_a_hit People across Bracknell with disabilities have made good use of a website giving advice on disabled friendly facilities in the borough. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113813_online_guide_for_disabled_proving_a_hit Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113815_shape_up_with_family_fitness_fun_day Orienteering, basketball and Zumba will be on offer to help people get active at a family fitness fun day. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113815_shape_up_with_family_fitness_fun_day Tue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113731_bracknells_a_top_location_for_chinese_investment Bracknell Forest has been singled out as a top-quality location for Chinese investment by a new guide to strengthening business links with the Orient. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113731_bracknells_a_top_location_for_chinese_investment Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113730_noisy_neighbours_urged_to_keep_it_down Noisy neighbours are being urged to keep the peace as part of Noise Action Week. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113730_noisy_neighbours_urged_to_keep_it_down Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113740_call_for_cancer_survivors_to_join_relay_lap Cancer survivors are invited to walk a lap of honour at a unique celebration of hope this summer. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113740_call_for_cancer_survivors_to_join_relay_lap Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113694_attempted_theft_of_sandhurst_atm Thieves attempted to use a 4X4 to rip an ATM from outside a supermarket this morning (Monday). http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113694_attempted_theft_of_sandhurst_atm Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113729_heatherwood_hospitals_debt_could_be_worse A recruitment drive has saved thousands of pounds in agency staff, but the trust behind Ascot’s Heatherwood Hospital has slid deeper into the red. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113729_heatherwood_hospitals_debt_could_be_worse Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113765_scouts_take_st_georges_day_seriously Scouts, Cubs and Beavers paraded through the town and renewed their promises at their annual St George’s Day celebration. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113765_scouts_take_st_georges_day_seriously Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113763_mayors_golf_day_a_hit_for_charity Dozens of golfers teed off in wet conditions to support a good cause. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113763_mayors_golf_day_a_hit_for_charity Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113762_book_reveals_life_of_18th_century_country_gentleman An intriguing insight into the life of an 18th century country gentleman in east Berkshire, taken from his own diaries and letters, has just been published. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113762_book_reveals_life_of_18th_century_country_gentleman Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113761_thames_voyces_performing_at_south_hill_park An evening of choral classics performed by Thames Voyces is coming to South Hill Park this month. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113761_thames_voyces_performing_at_south_hill_park Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113745_police_target_dealers_bringing_drugs_into_town_by_train Police targeted the “criminal fraternity” thought to be supplying the area with drugs via two train stations. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113745_police_target_dealers_bringing_drugs_into_town_by_train Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113744_marching_band_needs_new_members New recruits aged seven and above are invited to try instruments and join a marching band. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113744_marching_band_needs_new_members Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113743_panasonic_helps_pupils_get_closer_to_nature A Bracknell-based technology firm is using its skills to help primary school children get closer to nature. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113743_panasonic_helps_pupils_get_closer_to_nature Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113741_church_plans_to_expand_community_hall A church is hoping to expand its space for the community. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113741_church_plans_to_expand_community_hall Mon, 14 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113657_who_shot_cat_pj_with_an_airgun A former policeman says he is “livid” after his cat was shot with an airgun. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113657_who_shot_cat_pj_with_an_airgun Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113659_health_bosses_confirm_no_plans_to_close_heatherwood_hospital Bosses at Heatherwood Hospital have confirmed there are no plans to close it and say it will form "an important part of future healthcare". http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113659_health_bosses_confirm_no_plans_to_close_heatherwood_hospital Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113655_market_stallholders_left_in_dark Frustrated market traders are demanding answers over their future if plans for a 19-storey block of flats win approval. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113655_market_stallholders_left_in_dark Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113709_businessman_to_help_kick_start_economy A man who set up his own cleaning business has been named local ambassador for a campaign to kick-start the economy. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/business/s/2113709_businessman_to_help_kick_start_economy Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113710_horticultural_group_benefits_from_plant_sale Gardeners picked up some bargains for their flowerbeds to help raise more than £300 for a horticultural group. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113710_horticultural_group_benefits_from_plant_sale Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/community/s/2113697_scouts_find_socks_and_trolley_during_litter_pick Eight pairs of socks, a shopping trolley and a number plate were among the items Scouts found on a five-hour litter pick. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/community/s/2113697_scouts_find_socks_and_trolley_during_litter_pick Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113699_winkfield_may_fayre_aids_disabled_riders A Paralympic sportswoman was the star guest at Winkfield May Fayre raising funds for a charity close to her heart. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113699_winkfield_may_fayre_aids_disabled_riders Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113619_no_evidence_of_poison_at_heathlake Investigations into reports of dog poisoning at a lake in Crowthorne have found no evidence of toxins. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113619_no_evidence_of_poison_at_heathlake Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113690_plant_sale_raises_1000_for_sebastians_action_trust A popular charity is nearly £1,000 better off, thanks to Winkfield’s gardeners snapping up plants at an annual sale. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113690_plant_sale_raises_1000_for_sebastians_action_trust Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113688_nominate_a_charity_for_sainsburys_fundraising Customers have the chance to pick a local charity to receive a year’s worth of fundraising from a supermarket. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113688_nominate_a_charity_for_sainsburys_fundraising Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113687_binfield_falklands_victim_to_be_remembered_at_service The life of a RAF pilot will be celebrated at a memorial service and helicopter flypast, 30 years after the Falklands Conflict. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113687_binfield_falklands_victim_to_be_remembered_at_service Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113686_discover_more_about_living_with_dementia A meeting to raise awareness of dementia will feature a personal perspective from someone living with the condition. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113686_discover_more_about_living_with_dementia Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113662_gardeners_urged_to_get_growing_for_in_bloom Gardeners in Bracknell are being challenged to create something special in their own homes and enter the annual Your Gardens competition. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113662_gardeners_urged_to_get_growing_for_in_bloom Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113578_housing_association_takes_buggy_from_mother A pregnant young mum was left “virtually housebound” after her 18-month-old daughter’s pushchair was taken away after being deemed a fire risk. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113578_housing_association_takes_buggy_from_mother Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113641_police_investigate_an_attempted_robbery_in_birch_hill Witnesses are urged to come forward after an attempted robbery in Birch Hill. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113641_police_investigate_an_attempted_robbery_in_birch_hill Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000 http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113579_call_for_patients_input_in_future_of_towns_nhs_services Health service users in Binfield are urged to step forward and have “very adult conversations” to help create the best possible local care in the future. http://www.getbracknell.co.uk/news/s/2113579_call_for_patients_input_in_future_of_towns_nhs_services Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 -0000