Basingstoke Gazette
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:56:03 +0000Line of Duty reunion: Vicky McClure keeps championing good causes
VICKY McClure is best known to many police drama fans for her role as Detective Sergeant Kate Fleming in the BBC’s Line of Duty – the onscreen trio that we’ve come to watch and love in the hit show, with Vicky describing them as her “best ma...
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Grimethorpe Colliery Band comes to Basingstoke
A POPULAR brass band is heading to Basingstoke at the end of the month.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:23:56 +0000Police find body in search for John Bishop
A BODY has been found by police near the River Hamble in the search for a missing man.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Basingstoke History: Tarmac now covers town’s only cobbles
AFTER seeing the cobblestones in the television series Coronation Street, a reader of my column asked if there was ever a similar road in Basingstoke laid out in cobbles.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:03:02 +0000Bird flu cases found near Romsey, Eastleigh and Hedge End - following Bishop's Waltham outbreak
BIRD flu cases have been confirmed near Eastleigh and a protection zone has been put in place.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Brighton named British Spring destination according to TripAdvisor
Brighton beat out many places across the UK.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Driver banned for speeding at 110mph on M3
A DRIVER has been banned from the road for a month after driving at more than 100mph near Winchester.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Families in Hampshire could face £70 a month cost to visit loved ones in care homes
THOUSANDS of people in Hampshire will face paying £70 a month to safely visit loved ones living with dementia in care homes following a controversial decision to scrap free lateral flow tests from Friday, April 1.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Hampshire hunks wanted to become 'butlers in the buff' for growing entertainment company
A 'BUTLER in the buff' service is hunting for a new generation of gentlemen to fuel its UK growth ambitions - and it is hiring in Hampshire.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:40:00 +0000UK to welcome tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees from next week
Local authority areas will be entitled to more than £10,000 for each Ukrainian refugee taken in.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:30:33 +0000Homes for Ukraine scheme to give Brits £350 a month to open their homes
Brits that open their homes to Ukrainian refugees will receive £350 a month, the Government has announced.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday March 13
Here are some of the items in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Sunday, March 13.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +00006 garden essentials under £200 to get your garden summer ready
As we plough through the last of the cold weather, we can only hope that warmer Spring days aren’t far away.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Mother's Day 2022: Sweet treats your mum, grandma and mother-in-law will love
If you're looking for some cakes or an afternoon tea hamper to give as a gift this Mother's Day then you may be in luck.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Tripadvisor reveals best international destinations for Spring - See the top 10
Tripadvisor has revealed its most popular international destinations for Spring. See the top 10 and the best flight deals to get there.
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Car meets in Basingstoke Sainsbury’s carpark cause problems
FOR the second weekend in a row residents have complained about car meets despite automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) being installed as a deterrent.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Frankenstein horror heads to Basingstoke
BLACKEYED Theatre’s acclaimed production of Frankenstein will be coming back to The Haymarket.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000THAT Gallery in Basingstoke runs art auction for Ukraine
AN ART gallery in Basingstoke is calling on residents to get creative with Ukraine's national flower to help provide vital support to fleeing refugees.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Watermill Theatre review of Spike
THE misanthrope’s misanthrope himself, Philip Larkin, pointed to 1963 as being the “Annus Mirabilis” when naughty nookie became available to all and a New World Order took hold. In short, he was trying to pinpoint the start of The Swinging Six...
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Court round-up: Cases from Basingstoke and the surrounding area
A MOTORIST who was caught on the M3 at Basingstoke while over the drug drive limit has been disqualified.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 17:45:20 +0000Thousands of donations for Ukraine arrive in Poland after collection from Overton residents
THOUSANDS of donations from both Andover and Overton residents have arrived in Poland after a mammoth collection to help those fleeing war-torn Ukraine.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 13:29:33 +0000Hundreds lay candles and daffodils at Winchester Cathedral in emotional vigil for Ukraine
HUNDREDS of people laid candles and daffodils in Winchester Cathedral during what was an emotional vigil for Ukraine.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 12:15:17 +0000Parents urged to be vigilant after stranger approaches child outside Hampshire primary school
PARENTS have been warned to take care after a stranger approached a child outside a Hampshire primary school.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 10:16:24 +0000Hampshire police hunting wanted Basingstoke man Rupert James
Hampshire police are hunting Rupert James who is wanted for a recall to prison.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Hampshire County Council to take control of on-street parking enforcement
CONTROVERSIAL plans to centralise on-street parking with the county council have been approved.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:09:55 +0000Life in the UK test: Can you pass the British citizenship test? Take the quiz
The set of 24 questions, also known as the "Life in the UK" test, will cost £50 and is compiled from 3,000 facts about Britain.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:46:12 +0000CCTV installed in bid to crackdown on anti-social car meets in supermarket car park
CCTV cameras have been put in a supermarket car park in a bid to clampdown on anti-social car meets.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:28:35 +0000BrewDog releases new United for Ukraine IPA - how to buy and taste notes
BrewDog has released a special fundraising beer in response to Russia's "unforgivable act of aggression" against Ukraine.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:24:02 +0000Jail term suspended for man who made threats to kill while in possession of a flick knife in Hampshire village
A MAN has been jailed for making threats to kill in a Hampshire village.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:08:44 +0000Hampshire County Council gears up for an in-depth investigation into the management of the Covid-19 pandemic
EVIDENCE is being gathered by a council in anticipation of a nationwide investigation into the management of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 11:04:46 +0000Covid restrictions can’t stay forever, warns Hampshire health director
RESTRICTIONS put in place due to Covid-19 ‘cannot stay forever’ a health director has said.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:55:55 +0000I tried Aldi's new chocolate Easter egg range for 2022 - which ones are worth buying?
As a self-confessed chocaholic, Aldi's new Easter egg range for 2022 had a lot to live up to.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:30:19 +0000Wordle 266: What is today's Wordle word? 12 March hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:27:36 +0000Why you should not always use petrol from Tesco, Sainsbury's and ASDA
When it comes to keeping your car on the road, many people will opt to fill up at supermarkets over big name brands, in an effort to save a few pounds.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:02:17 +0000Mother's Day: Best steakhouses in Hampshire according to Tripadvisor reviews
Here's a roundup of some of the best steakhouses in Hampshire.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:58:29 +0000Beautifect make up box that sold out in the US arrives in the UK - Check it out
The 21st-century dressing table Beautifect is set to revolutionise your daily routine.See inside the make-up box.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:57:01 +0000Get 2 Nintendo Switch games for £20 at Game including LEGO, Mario and Just Dance
Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:21:49 +0000New Covid variant: Deltracron symptoms and what we know
The World Health Organisation has warned of the spread of a new Covid variant that combines Delta and Omicron as cases internationally continue to decline.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:12:08 +0000Netflix 'secret' codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:11:24 +0000Baby names 2022: Boys and Girls names set to be popular this year
Research from Baby Centre shows parents are set to ditch well-known monikers as less traditional names have made the top lists this year.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:10:40 +0000Energy bills to increase 14 times faster than wages with calls to raise Universal Credit
The union organisation estimated that record high energy prices could wipe out the entire value of pay rises this year.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:09:15 +0000Waitrose, Tesco, and Aldi share 'important safety warning' with UK shoppers
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:08:26 +0000Latest fuel prices UK: 12 tip to make your fuel last longer
In response to the rising cost of filling up your tank, car finance platform CarFinance24/7 has shared 12 tips to make your fuel go further.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:07:43 +00007 new UK law and rule changes coming into effect in April
Here is everything you need to know about key law changes in April.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:05:03 +0000Prince Harry to miss Prince Philip's memorial service
The Duke of Sussex will not be attending the Duke of Edinburgh’s memorial service.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 09:04:15 +0000The Queen will not attend Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey
The Queen will not be attending the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey and has asked for the Prince of Wales to represent her.
Sat, 12 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000Fred Olsen has an Around The World in 80 Days cruise from Southampton- See the itinerary
Fred Olsen is offering travellers a trip of a lifetime in this incredible Around The World in 80 Days cruise.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:56:11 +0000Newlyn’s Farm Shop receive awards
A FARM shop in Hook have been named champions of two categories in the Great Hampshire Sausage And Pie Competition 2022.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 09:33:27 +0000Wordle 265: What is today's Wordle word? 11 March hints and answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.
Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:30:48 +0000PCC agreed to invest over £300k to help young people
THE Police and Crime Commissioner has agreed to invest over £300,000 a year to help cut the numbers of young people committing crime.