1. Big Jack’s Laughter Club tonight

Big laughs are promised from big names at a big birthday party taking place this week. And it’s all compered by the big man himself, Big Jack.

2. Restaurant review: Barts Grill & Restaurant

3. Bugsy Malone is a big hit for Garth Hill

Pupils at Garth Hill College drew inspiration from the big screen to put on a performance of Bugsy Malone for primary schools in the local area.

4. The Quotes sail into the sunset

Sad and shocking news that Reading favourites The Quotes have decided to call it a day.

5. Introducing: Free single from Vienna Ditto

Look out for Vienna Ditto’s sterling new single Bells, which is being released as a free download on Tuesday – better known as Valentine’s Day.

6. Dyer will help lead the line for Binfield FC

Binfield have moved on after the disappointment of losing striker Carl Davies to Thatcham Town, and according to manager Mark Tallentire, are now eagerly anticipating their season run-in.

7. Backnell Bees aim to claw back Wildcats deficit

Rob Lamey is setting his sights on overtaking Swindon Wildcats and claiming seventh spot in the EPIHL, rather than worry about Peterborough Phantoms breathing down their necks.

8. Oaktree nursery celebrates year of the dragon

Lanterns were put up around the room of a Finchampstead nursery during a week of activities to celebrate Chinese New Year of the Dragon.

9. Birch Hill Man Jon Clinton denies wife's murder

A Birch Hill man has denied murdering his wife and will face trial in September.

10. Countess of Wessex opens Hawkedon Primary education centres

Royalty swept through a Lower Earley primary school when The Countess of Wessex swung by to officially open two new education centres yesterday.