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Tue, 22 Mar 2022 08:47:56 +0000
LIVE: Camrose planning appeal hearing starts today
A decision on the future of the Camrose is drawing ever closer as a planning appeal hearing will start today. A government inspector will hear evidence to determine what will happen to the stadium.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke resident searching for kind-hearted strangers
A THANKFUL resident from Basingstoke was overwhelmed when ‘kind-hearted’ strangers stopped to help her, after she fell and broke her leg.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Staff from Cornerstone Nursery in Basingstoke celebrate nurseries birthday
CHILDREN and staff from a nursery in Basingstoke have been busy celebrating the nurseries 20th birthday.

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
More accessible parking spaces needed in Basingstoke - council needs to step in and help
Dear Editor,

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:00:23 +0000
Shelley Winsper from Basingstoke takes on half marathon
A MOTHER from Tadley who had life-saving heart surgery is taking on a running challenge to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:06:33 +0000
Wordle 275 March 21: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:10:08 +0000
Cheapest and most expensive petrol and diesel stations in Basingstoke
Fuel prices have continued to rise in Basingstoke as sanctions are imposed on Russia following last month's invasion in Ukraine.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:59:30 +0000
Brighton Hill School students raise money for Ukraine
A GROUP of students from a Basingstoke school undertook a unique challenge to row the distance from Dover to Dunkirk in an effort to raise money for refugees from Ukraine.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:18:39 +0000
Coppice Spring School partially closed due to staff shortages following Covid outbreaks
HALF a dozen schools across Hampshire have been closed today (March 21) following Covid-19 outbreaks.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:12:29 +0000
Where to drop donations for Ukraine in Basingstoke
RESIDENTS have been rallying around to gather items to give to Ukrainian refugees and the Gazette has rounded up a list of current drop-off spots.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:01:14 +0000
New electric charging points set to be installed in Basingstoke if bid for Government funding gets the go-ahead
More than 75 new electric vehicle chargers could be installed in Basingstoke and Deane later this year if a bid for government funding is successful.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:50:55 +0000
Basingstoke company Childs Farm launched to help founder's daughters acquired by makers of Carex soap for £36m
A BASINSTOKE company has been acquired for more than £36 million by a Manchester-based business, in its first takeover in eight years.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:41:37 +0000
Hundreds gather to celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colours, in Basingstoke with plenty of fun and laughter had
FAMILIES and friends gathered in Basingstoke over the weekend to mark this year’s Holi celebrations.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:30:08 +0000
Bed and mattress retailer Bensons moves to new store in Basingstoke
BED and mattress retailer Bensons for Beds is moving to a new store in Basingstoke as part of its latest openings.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Council approves application for four-bed house in Tadley
A PLAN to build a detached four-bed dwelling with associated vehicular access in Tadley has been approved by the Basingstoke Council.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:24:56 +0000
New £1.5m family-friendly rollercoaster opens at Paultons Park as it gears itself up for bumper summer of fun
Come and visit - that's the message from the family behind theme park Paultons Park as it prepares for a bumper summer.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
'We are living in a broken energy market': Government isn't doing enough to help the poorest people
Some of the poorest people will “simply starve or freeze”, that’s according to money saving expert Martin Lewis. We are living in a broken energy market.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:20:45 +0000
No free-range eggs available in the UK from today
Eggs sold in shops will be classified as “barn eggs” rather than free-range

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:45:00 +0000
Luxury Easter treats to get for this year, including Belgian chocolate eggs
Cartwright & Butler are offering a number of Easter treats including hampers, gift boxes and more

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:44:01 +0000
Mother's Day 2022: Alcohol gift sets for your mum and mother-in-law
Here's a roundup of alcoholic gifts and gift sets for Mother's Day.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 08:43:05 +0000
Sky reveals new content coming to its channels and NOW in April
Sky has revealed what you can expect to come to its channels and the streaming service NOW for April 2022.

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:01:00 +0000
No free-range eggs available in the UK from today
Eggs sold in shops will be classified as “barn eggs” rather than free-range

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 09:20:18 +0000
Wordle 274 March 20: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Council approves plan to build detached dwelling
A PLANNING application to build a detached dwelling and car port with a new vehicular access from A343 has been approved by the Basingstoke council.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Major fundraising campaign launched for trailblazing technology that will improve tumour treatment for patients in Hampshire
TRAILBLAZING technology that will improve tumour treatment for Hampshire Hospitals patients is the focus of a £200,000 fundraising campaign by the Hampshire Medical Fund.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
John and Diane Fuller retire after 30 years of conducting in Basingstoke
AFTER 30 years two conductors are set to retire from the Basingstoke Area Youth Orchestra (BAYO) and Basingstoke Area Youth Wind Orchestra.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 09:17:24 +0000
Woman reports she was raped walking near Fareham Train Station
A YOUNG woman has reported she was raped in​ Fareham yesterday morning.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Message to Johnson and Patel: More needs to be done to help Ukrainian refugees fleeing conflict wanting to come to UK
Dear Editor,

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Flashback: Winslade, the Basingstoke village that gave two sensational stories to the national press
Winslade is a tiny village three miles south of Basingstoke of the Alton Road. It was the source of two sensational stories in the national press: one in 1735 and the other in 1894.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
A Place to be Proud of Awards: Your chance to recognise a community project that makes a difference where you live
AWARDS celebrating those who give their time to improve the community they live in are looking to celebrate a project that makes a difference.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Homes for Ukraine: How to tailor your home for Ukrainian refugees
A clinical pyschologist and previous host have shared practical and emotional advice to UK households taking in Ukrainian refugees.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Your pets are just the cat's whiskers
YOUR pets really are the cat's whiskers.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
National Proposal Day 2022: H. Samuel has 20 percent off engagement rings
If Valentine's Day was too cheesy a date for you to pop the question, you've got another chance with National Proposal Day. See the best engagement rings from H. Samuel.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday March 20
Here's a round-up of some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Sunday, March 20.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday March 20
Here's a round-up of some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Sunday, March 20.

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Expedia reveals top travel destinations for 2022 holidays
For many of us, 2022 is the year of returning to travel. As travel restrictions ease across the globe, many will be hoping to make up for the lost two years of travel.

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 08:59:46 +0000
Ukraine appeal: Newsquest launch #ThereWithUkraine campaign - how to help
All of Newsquest's titles across the UK are united in our efforts to support the people of Ukraine.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:19:01 +0000
Wordle 273 March 19: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
George Clarke comes to Basingstoke
ARCHITECT and TV presenter George Clarke is preparing to share stories about his career in his latest debut tour.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dr Liz Jackson, from Tadley, who launched business after losing her sight praised for her charitable work in Basingstoke
A TADLEY resident has had her charitable work praised and she received a prestigious award.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Firefighters to be given body cams under plans to make Hampshire a safer place to live
NEW body cams for firefighters and visits to vulnerable residents have been promised as part of plans to make Hampshire a safer place to live.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
McDonald's announces Happy Meals change as fish fingers added to menu
An exciting new theme of toys is coming to the Happy Meals range this Spring.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Court round-up: Man who attempted to sexually communicate with a child and drink drivers banned from the road
A MAN who was caught speeding near Chineham has been hit with points on his licence.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 09:01:35 +0000
UK weather: Met Office issues update after '28C April heatwave' predicted
The Met Office say Brits can expect a "fine few days" this week as temperatures will be above average.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Pleased at new borough council leader's statement after years of new home building in Basingstoke
Dear Editor,

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Planning chiefs approve application for three-bed home to replace barn in Highclere once used to house straw
A plan to build a detached three-bed dwelling with a double garage, parking and access to replace a barn in Highclere has been approved by the council.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:02:07 +0000
Almost half of police officers in Hampshire worry about finances
ALMOST half of all police officers in Hampshire worry about their finances every day, new data has shown.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:15:38 +0000
When do the clocks go forward in 2022?
IT IS that time of year, when the days are getting longer and the prospect of Spring is getting nearer.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:03:25 +0000
Easter: When does it take place in 2022?
EASTER eggs, hot cross buns and spring blooms are starting to appear in the shops.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 07:13:34 +0000
Mother’s Day: Best places to go for brunch in Hampshire according to Tripadvisor reviews
Here's a roundup of some of the best places to go for brunch in Hampshire, whether you're celebrating Mother's Day or just fancy popping out for food.



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