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Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council allocated funding for CCTV cameras to snare 'disgraceful' fly-tippers
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council is set to receive a Government grant worth tens of thousands of pounds to help tackle 'disgraceful' incidents of fly-tipping in the area.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New repair café given go ahead in Basingstoke area after grant from council
AN environmental enthusiast from Basingstoke has been given a grant to start a new Repair Café and hopes to minimise household waste by repairing items that would have been dumped.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 20:24:22 +0100
Train delays due to trespasser on the line at Basingstoke
A RAIL company has announced that travellers should expect train delays on Basingstoke services this evening (April 10) due to a trespasser on the line.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 13:13:53 +0100
Police hunting three men who attempted to burgle Andover home while occupants were inside
Police are searching for three men who attempted to burgle a house in Andover on Friday morning.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Home and Well partnership honoured at Utility Week Awards for helping vulnerable people stay in their own homes
A PARTNERSHIP project that helps vulnerable people to stay living in their homes in Hampshire has won a top award.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Looking back at a time of great change in Basingstoke
FORTY years ago, Basingstoke was undergoing alterations to prepare it for a predicted population of 75,000.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke schoolchildren get creative as part of an egg-citing Easter art competition
Basingstoke schoolchildren have been getting into the Easter spirit as a part of an exciting competition organised by developer and manager of retirement communities, McCarthy Stone, which is behind the Island View Retirement Living development on Sh...

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:51:35 +0100
Six fire engines rush to tackle blaze at Newtown Common home
SIX fire engines rushed to tackle a blaze in a Hampshire village home which left the roof 'destroyed'.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:20:40 +0100
Enterprise Rent-A-Car looking to open in Basingstoke
A VEHICLE rental company has asked for permission to change the use of a ground floor store room in Festival Place.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Place to be Proud of Awards: Recognise an unsung hero who makes an important contribution to the community
During the pandemic we have all relied on that friendly face and those people who have offered a helping hand in a time of need, and now is your chance to recognise someone who has contributed to your community.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
The best pictures from the Palm Sunday procession in Winchester
HUNDREDS of people took part in the annual Palm Sunday procession in Winchester this morning.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 15:15:48 +0100
Met Office weather predictions for Easter holidays in Hampshire
The Easter holidays upon us and keeping the kids occupied is high on the agenda, but will it be a heatwave or washout – here’s the Met Office weather forecast to find out.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
BT pause its plans to switch off analogue landlines in Hampshire - and say sorry for worrying its vulnerable customers
BT has said it will no longer be switching off analogue landlines.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire midwife: Numbers drop across the country — but numbers increase at Hampshire Hospitals Trust
HAMPSHIRE Hospitals Trust has seen an increase in midwives, according to new NHS figures, despite warnings about a shortage of midwives in England.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What’s in the middle aisles from Sunday April 10
See what's in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl on Sunday, April 10.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hennessy v.s. NBA limited collector's edition is available at The Bottle Club
As the 2021/22 NBA comes to a close on April 12, fans can raise a glass in style with Hennesy's limited collector's edition. How to get yours.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
8 vegan Easter eggs from Marks and Spencer, Hotel Chocolat and more
Sweet-toothed vegans need not worry this Easter - here are 8 of the best chocolate eggs to buy.

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Iceland transforms Capri Sun, J2O, Vimto and more into ice lollies - How to get yours
Iceland is getting us summer-ready by transforming our favourite drinks into tasty ice lollies. How to get yours.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:45:06 +0100
Buyagift throws the ultimate 2000s party with Britney Spears lookalike and personal DJ
How to plan your 2000s ultimate birthday bash from Buyagift.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:15:05 +0100
Things to do in Basingstoke over the school Easter holidays
THE Easter holidays have begun, and if you’re stuck for things to do thankfully Basingstoke and the surrounding areas have a host of family-friendly events and activities to keep you entertained.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Steam Gala heads back to Basingstoke today
A MODEL engineering society will be hosting its tenth steam gala this weekend and it is set to provide two days of family fun entertainment.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Court round-up: Resident fined for fly-tipping and man has suspended sentence amended for being drunk and disorderly
A BAUGHURST resident has been fined nearly a thousand pounds for fly-tipping in Silchester.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Chris Packham comes to Basingstoke today
A TV presenter, naturalist, conservationist, award-winning photographer and author will be heading to Basingstoke.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cat who inspired a book and has 17,000 Instagram followers turns 21 this month
A BASINGSTOKE cat who inspired a book will turn 21 this month and his owner is celebrating.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Call for CGH partnership to improve and promises made to patients
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Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:51:15 +0100
Ceremony held to mark progress of new fire station in Bishop's Waltham expected to open in 2023
A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place at the site of a new Hampshire fire station.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:40:22 +0100
Council to offer meal vouchers for variety of supermarkets to vulnerable children and young adults over Easter holidays
Hampshire County Council has announced holiday meal vouchers will be made available to vulnerable children and young people over the upcoming Easter holidays.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:09:39 +0100
Police remove abandoned car parked 'dangerously' outside Manor Field Infant School
POLICE have removed an abandoned car which was left 'dangerously' parked outside an infant school.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:43:06 +0100
The Body Shop's Instaglow primer went viral on Tiktok - How to own the beauty trend
 How you can get your hands on TikTok's latest obsession: The Body Shop's Instagglow CC Cream.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Carpentry company offers to provide free service to vulnerable people to give back to the community
A CARPENTRY and building company based in Basingstoke has said it is giving back to the community by offering free services to the elderly and vulnerable people.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 14:11:20 +0100
Racegoers ready for ‘electric’ Grand National
Racegoers are gearing up for an “electric” Grand National as crowds return to the world’s greatest steeplechase for the first time in three years.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:21:30 +0100
Martin Lewis: 4 ways to stay warm at home for as little as 4p a week
Millions of people across the UK have been left worried about affording household bills following the huge hike in energy costs this month.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 15:59:05 +0100
Camilla tours Jane Austen’s home and sees Mr Darcy’s Chawton famous white shirt
The Duchess of Cornwall was left disappointed when a tour of Jane Austen’s former home featured Mr Darcy’s famous shirt – but no Colin Firth.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 15:40:26 +0100
Seven more Covid deaths recorded in Basingstoke and Deane over the past week
There was one more coronavirus death recorded in the latest 24-hour period in Basingstoke and Deane.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:19:34 +0100
Passport warning to Brits over new rule seeing holidaymakers banned from boarding flights
Since the UK left the EU, new rules have come into effect relating to how many months you need left on your passport before it expires to travel.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 14:01:49 +0100
Record number of postponed trials at Southampton court to cause 'unacceptable' delays
A record number of trials at Southampton Crown Court were postponed last year, figures show.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Military vehicles convoy across Hampshire for The Queen's Platinum Jubilee and Armed Forces Day
One of Hampshire’s largest summer events is coinciding with The Queen's Platinum Jubilee month and Armed Forces Day.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Scheme that helps hard-up families in Hampshire during the school holidays will continue after £10m boost
A COUNCIL scheme that helps families during the school holidays has been extended.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire has one of the longest driving tests backlogs in the UK, according to new research
NEW research has revealed learner drivers across Hampshire are waiting nearly two years to take their tests after a driving test backlog.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:44:26 +0100
LEGO reveals top toys for Easter with a Formula 1 race car, Spice Girl set and more
Parents will know the struggle of keeping the kids entertained over Easter but LEGO is here to save the holidays. How to gets yours

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 09:43:47 +0100
Best UK destinations for a last minute Easter holiday getaway, according to Booking.com
From London to Edinburgh see the best spots for a getaway this Easter.

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Buyagift unveils 7 Royal experiences to mark the big day
Live just like a Royal with these 7 incredible luxury experiences from Buyagift.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
New Sainsbury's supermarket to open in Hook
A BRAND-NEW Sainsbury's supermarket is due to open in Hook as plans progress.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:55:57 +0100
Five arrests made as drugs, cash, machete and crossbow found after early morning drugs raids
OFFICERS have made five arrests after an early morning drugs raid in Tadley this morning (April 8).

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 09:18:00 +0100
Cllr Onnalee Cubitt spreads the word about cadet volunteer campaign
A CADET volunteer campaign supported by the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane could be picked up in other areas of Hampshire.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:37:11 +0100
Basingstoke police increase patrols after 24 reported street robberies in two months
POLICE are investigating and carrying out reassurance patrols following a number of recent street robberies in Basingstoke.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:24:08 +0100
Georgina Lawrence hopes to take Miss Hampshire crown
A BEAUTY queen from Tadley is hoping to take the Miss European title and raise awareness of diabetes.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:18:14 +0100
Wordle 293 April 8: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cornerstone Day Nursery latest Ofsted report
A NURSERY in Basingstoke has been judged as good in their latest report with children having “many opportunities to learn” creating a “positive experience”.

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:45:42 +0100
Former Basingstoke school pupil to perform with Ballet Central on upcoming four month UK tour
A FORMER pupil of a Basingstoke secondary school will be performing with the renowned young dance company Ballet Central on their welcome return to touring this spring.



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