Here are five of the biggest stories published this week on the Slough Observer.

1. Firm forced to fork out huge court costs after selling fake number plate holders on eBay

Slough Observer:

A Slough firm will have to fork out hundreds of thousands of pounds after it sold counterfeit licence plate holders on eBay.

Its directors will also have to pay tens of thousands of pounds from their own pockets after admitting to money laundering offences.

For details from court click here

2. First look inside Lidl's new store in Slough

Slough Observer:

LIDL welcomed its first customers into its new store in Slough yesterday ahead of much anticipation. 

The town's budget supermarket finally opened its doors to the public at 8am in Twinche's Lane.

The store at Slough Retail Park, just off the Bath Road, is the second store to open creating 40 new jobs.

For pictures click here

3. Berkshire residents warned over Cadbury Easter egg scam

Slough Observer:

Berks residents have been warned about a fake Cadbury Easter egg scam that has been circulating on social media.

The Thames Valley Neighbourhood Watch Association has issued a warning to all Berkshire residents to avoid clicking on links in any Whatsapp messages claiming to offer free Easter chocolate.

For more click here

4. Knitters spread some joy for Slough with post box toppers - have you spotted them?

Slough Observer:

A KNITTING group has been taking Slough by storm after creating colourful post box toppers to be displayed around the town.

Knit Your Socks Off, which has been running for almost six years, is a team of up to 25 people who meet up and make special knitted items for charities and events.

For the incredible pics click here