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Basingstoke Gazette

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:21:26 +0000
Car crashes into Tadley Sainsbury's
Emergency service are attending an incident after a car crashed into Sainsbury's supermarket.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:31:00 +0000
Barchester Healthcare is considering new Covid jab policy
A CARE home provider of a Basingstoke home where an outbreak of Covid was declared has said it is considering whether staff who have refused a vaccine for non-medical reasons can look after residents.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:54:25 +0000
Police continue their search to find missing Charlie Knight
Hampshire Police are continuing to search for missing Charlie Knight, who was last seen leaving his parents' home in Burghclere yesterday.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:03:15 +0000
Customers shopping at Sainsbury’s react to car crashing into store
A customer who was shopping at Sainsbury’s in Tadley when a car crashed into the store this afternoon said there was a massive bang.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 14:11:55 +0000
Hampshire Police shoved as they break up lockdown party
A brief but dramatic video shows the moment Hampshire police broke up a party held during lockdown.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 17:22:17 +0000
PICTURES: Car crash at Tadley Sainsbury's
SHOCKING pictures show aftermath of crash that saw two injured at Sainsbury's.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:06:49 +0000
Driver who travelled from Hampshire 'for fresh air' fined by police
A DRIVER who travelled from Hampshire to Dorset "for some fresh air" has been handed a fine by police.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 10:54:19 +0000
Ten members of council staff could lose their job
TEN members of borough council staff are at risk of redundancy as part of a raft of cuts to services to balance the authority’s budget.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:06:08 +0000
Tributes to Basingstoke Town Community Football Club president Peter Raynbird
BASINGSTOKE’S Mr Football Peter Raynbird, has passed away at the age of 95. He was married for over 60 years to his late wife Iris and they had two daughters Jacqueline and Vanessa.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:20:47 +0000
Public asked for views on future of Basingstoke town centre
THE long-term future of Basingstoke town centre is being considered by the borough council which has enlisted the help of a team of experts.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:58:27 +0000
Ex-soldier from Tidworth shared extreme porn on social media
A FORMER Army mechanic who shared child abuse images on social media has avoided a suspended jail sentence.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Love Local Business in Basingstoke
As the Basingstoke Gazette, Basingstoke and Dean Borough Council, The Borough Basket and #LoveBasingstoke continue their pledge to Love Local Businesses we are giving a shout out to all those who are working hard to keep the city buzzing.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:00:43 +0000
Why is #DeleteFacebook trending?
The hash tag #DeleteFacebook is currently trending on UK Twitter after Facebook pulled news content from its platform in Australia.

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:31:50 +0000
John Bazzoni died after wearing dangerous full-face snorkel mask in Australia
An Andover father died after struggling to breath in a snorkelling mask

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:55:12 +0000
10 driving offences you've probably never heard of
There are more than hundreds of rules in The Highway Code.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:40:35 +0000
Police appeal for missing Basingstoke 30-year-old
Police have appealed for help in locating a missing Basingstoke man who officers are “increasingly concerned” about.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:05:53 +0000
Why The Gazette reports on Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust
OUR hospitals have faced pressures over the last year like no other as NHS staff work hard dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 19:01:27 +0000
PICTURES: Pop-up coronavirus testing site opens in Bramley
A POP-UP coronavirus testing hub has opened in Bramley, after one case of the South African variant of the virus was identified there.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:25:16 +0000
Ashwood Way crash leaves one person trapped inside vehicle
An accident involving two vehicles in Ashwood Way in Basingstoke left a person trapped inside their car.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:03:41 +0000
Oxygen cylinder sparks fire in Brunswick Place property
A man has been assessed for injuries after an oxygen cylinder sparked fire at a property in Brunswick Place today (Wednesday).

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:50:06 +0000
A Place To Be Proud Of 2021: Nominations for Basingstoke awards now open
UNSUNG heroes in Basingstoke and Deane will once again be recognised as nominations for this year’s A Place to be Proud of Awards are now open.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 19:36:37 +0000
Basingstoke mum to star in brand new ITV show launching this month
A BASINGSTOKE mum is set to appear on ITV’s brand new reality tv show, Million Pound Pawn, which will air next week.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:16:28 +0000
When will hairdressers reopen in England? - What we know so far
Hairdressers were forced to close once more at the start of the year as part of fresh lockdown restrictions.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:21:17 +0000
Prince Philip ill in hospital, Buckingham Palace confirms
The Duke of Edinburgh has been admitted to hospital after feeling unwell, Buckingham Palace said.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:56:00 +0000
Recap: Door-to-door Covid testing begins in Bramley
Good morning and welcome to our Coronavirus live blog. We will be bringing you updates throughout the day, as surge testing begins in the village of Bramley following one case of the South African variant was detected there.

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000
Crime in Basingstoke: Every crime that took place in 2020
Have you ever wondered what crimes are being committed near you?

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 19:04:37 +0000
LGBT History Month: The 2004 Amport House LGBTQ conference
Amport is something of a hidden gem in Hampshire, and had a big part to play in LGBTQ+ equality in the military

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:07:06 +0000
SWR defends new station seating after concerns raised
A RAIL company has responded to concerns raised about its new seating at Basingstoke train station.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 18:25:06 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: Tributes paid to Basingstoke construction worker, 30, who died suddenly 
Here's a look at what you can expect from this week's edition of the Gazette, out Thursday (February 18).

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:39:31 +0000
Whitchurch was 'sharing the love' across generations this Valentine's Day
THIS Valentine’s Day, the youngest members of the Whitchurch community made special cards for some of the older people in the area.

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:05:56 +0000
When will lockdown three end?
All the key dates you need to know about when schools, pubs and shops will re-open

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:29:24 +0000
CCG thanks volunteers at Basingstoke Covid vaccine centres
HUNDREDS of people are giving up their time to volunteer at Covid vaccinations centres to help NHS staff make the process as efficient as possible.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:02:07 +0000
Calls for Liverpool FC to pay tribute to Scott Grimes
The family of a Liverpool football fan, Scott Grimes, have called on the club to pay tribute after his sudden death at a Basingstoke building site

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:07:46 +0000
Basingstoke singer-songwriter launches debut single recorded at home during lockdown
THE debut single from Basingstoke-based musician KING CASTLE launched this month, and is now available to stream.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:00:14 +0000
Fundraiser in memory of Scott Grimes smashes target raising £30k
A fundraiser set up in memory of Scott Grimes has raised almost six times the original target of £5,000

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:15:32 +0000
Man charged after Stagecoach bus crashed into bridge
Police investigating the collision of a school bus with a railway bridge have charged a man who will appear before Basingstoke Magistrates' Court.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:16:04 +0000
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council ahead on electric charge points
Basingstoke and Deane is leading the way on the national rollout of electric vehicle charging points, figures reveal.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:54:21 +0000
More dog poo than people on the streets of Basingstoke, waste boss claims
Walking the dog has become one of the few opportunities to get outside for some fresh air during lockdown, but it has come cost, according to a rubbish collection company.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:26:22 +0000
Investigation after man dies at Basingstoke building site
THE health and safety executive (HSE) has launched an investigation after a man died at a building site in Basingstoke yesterday.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:28:07 +0000
Taylor Williams trial: Terence Maccabee jailed for 13 years
A DRUG dealer has been jailed for 13 years after being convicted of the manslaughter of a teenager in Basingstoke.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:14:21 +0000
Terence Maccabee apologises to Taylor Williams's family in court
The accomplice of a drug dealer that murdered Taylor Williams has apologised in court.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:45:19 +0000
Man who died at Basingstoke building site named by friends
The man who died at a Basingstoke building site has been named by friends as Scott Grimes.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:10:19 +0000
Terence Maccabee involved in drugs to support family
THE TEENAGER convicted of the manslaughter of Taylor Williams first became involved in drugs to support his family, a court has heard.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:19:47 +0000
Residents react after South African variant case found in village of Bramley
A SINGLE case of the South African variant of Covid-19 has been identified in Bramley with mass testing starting this week.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:50:31 +0000
South Ham library could become mass Covid testing centre
SOUTH Ham library could become a mass Covid testing centre in the next few days, it has been revealed.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:48:23 +0000
Basingstoke girl wins 6 gold medals at national competition
A Year 6 pupil from Basingstoke has won six gold, one silver and two bronze medals in Swim England’s new Level X competition.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:15:59 +0000
Where can I get free Covid testing in Basingstoke?
A LIST of Hampshire venues that could be turned into Covid testing centres has been unveiled.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:46:28 +0000
War Memorial Park set to gain new skatepark and play area
PLAY areas in War Memorial Park are set to undergo a major transformation this week.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:33:04 +0000
Adopt South's appeal to find Joe, two, a forever home
A CHEEKY toddler needs a forever home as he can't live with his birth parents, an adoption agency has said.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:21:44 +0000
St Michael’s short-stay parking limit a ‘safety requirement’, says council
ENFORCEMENT of the controversial parking restrictions at St Michael’s retail park in Basingstoke is a ‘requirement’ of its planning permission ‘for safety reasons’, Basingstoke council has confirmed.



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