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Basingstoke Gazette

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:45:58 +0100
Warburtons make pledge to help Basingstoke families in need
WARBURTONS is committing to support communities and Basingstoke will see at least 25,000 fresh products donated this year.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire youth homelessness charity calls for law change to stop bidding wars
A HAMPSHIRE youth homelessness charity is warning that rental bidding is pricing young people out of the rental market.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:19:11 +0100
Community Food Link in desperate need of new premises
A BASINGSTOKE charity that saves food from going to landfill and has delivered more than 150,000 meals to those in need in the community is under threat of closure.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 17:31:36 +0100
PICTURED: Car fire near Basingstoke which caused major queues along M3
A CAR fire near Basingstoke caused major queues on the M3 on Tuesday afternoon (April 12).

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:38:59 +0100
Kerry Humby 'absolutely petrified' the ceiling of her family home is going to collapse
A MOTHER of two from Basingstoke has been left “absolutely petrified ” that the ceiling of her family home is going to collapse due to her leaking bath.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Met terrorism officer 'caught grooming 13-year-old for sex by sting operation' in Basingstoke
A Metropolitan Police counter-terrorism officer was caught attempting to meet a 13-year-old girl for sex in Basingstoke by an undercover police sting, a court has heard.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke husband and wife delighted to bring Ukrainian family home
A MARRIED couple from Basingstoke are delighted as they have successfully brought a family fleeing Ukraine home with them to the safety of the UK.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Secondary education Community Chat help in Basingstoke
BASINGSTOKE MP Maria Miller has joined others to discuss Basingstoke’s secondary education.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cherry Blossom Manor residents have their own Grand National
RESIDENTS from a care home in Bramley were treated to a virtual trip to the races to celebrate Ladies Day at Aintree.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:56:43 +0100
Boris Johnson fined alongside Rishi Sunak over lockdown parties at Downing Street
The duo will be issued with fines for breaches of Covid-19 regulations following allegations of lockdown parties in Downing Street and Whitehall.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:20:46 +0100
Police officer arrested in Basingstoke ‘took condoms, lubricant and erection pills to meet 13-year-old’
A Metropolitan Police counter-terrorism officer packed two condoms, a bottle of lubricant and pills for erectile disfunction in his bag when he attempted to meet a 13-year-old girl for sex, a court has heard.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:26:25 +0100
Basingstoke College of Technology students use virtual reality technology
STUDENTS at a college in Basingstoke have been using virtual reality (VR) technology to improve their interview skills and practice interview techniques in a safe space.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:04:42 +0100
Homes for Ukraine: Basingstoke and Deane to welcome dozens of refugees
DOZENS of visas have been issued for Ukrainian refugees to stay with Basingstoke and Deane residents, new figures show.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:10:21 +0100
Martial Arts clubs to come together for fundraising festival in aid of Ukrainian refugees
MARTIAL arts clubs from across Hampshire are set to take part in a fundraising festival in aid of Ukrainian refugees.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:49:27 +0100
Road closures in Basingstoke: six for motorists to avoid this week
BASINGSTOKE and Deane's motorists will have six road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:23:18 +0100
Protest planned against Bramley Frith solar farm
CAMPAIGNERS against the installation of a massive solar farm the size of 114 football pitches are marching in protest on Saturday.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:28:16 +0100
Dad dressing in armour to climb Snowdon for friend with Lyme disease
A DAD is aiming to walk up Mount Snowdon in full armour to raise money for a friend who suffers from Lyme disease after she was bitten by tick.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:55:32 +0100
South East Water completes pipe project in Basingstoke
A PROJECT to install nearly 700 metres of pipe to boost the capacity of Basingstoke’s water network has finished, following months of disruption on the roads.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:53:00 +0100
Pandemic changed way people and NHS will approach winters in future
THE coronavirus pandemic has changed the way people and the NHS will approach winters in the future, according to a health expert.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:52:00 +0100
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Nintendo Switch release - how to get yours
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is released worldwide today

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:50:00 +0100
Cath Kidston launches Matilda collection including clothing, bags and homeware
The Cath Kidston Matilda collection launches today with a variety of items

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:48:53 +0100
Abbott Lyon releases its spring collection- shop the full Quartz range
Abbott Lyon offers luxury jewelry at affordable prices.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:01:00 +0100
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Nintendo Switch release - how to get yours
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is released worldwide today

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:57:12 +0100
Neglected dog locked in bathroom with just toilet water to drink in Basingstoke
A NEGLECTED dog, who was left with just toilet water drink and was only hours from collapsing before he was rescued by police, is back with his tail wagging after finding a paw-fect new home.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:33:50 +0100
Basingstoke to London Waterloo train services cancelled after person struck by train
TRAVELLERS have been warned to expect changes to rail services between Basingstoke and London Waterloo  today (Monday, April 11) after reports that someone has been struck by a train.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:39:15 +0100
Items being stolen from motor vehicles in Basingstoke area
POLICE have received several reports of theft from motor vehicles incidents in rural north Hampshire.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:16:06 +0100
Police confirm person has died after being hit by train - as Basingstoke to London services are cancelled
POLICE have confirmed that someone has sadly died following an incident on the railway line between Clapham Junction and Woking earlier today (Monday, April 11).

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.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:48:48 +0100
Wordle 296 April 11: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:44:37 +0100
Annual Steam Gala held again in Basingstoke
A MODEL engineering society hosted its tenth Steam Gala last weekend providing two days of family fun entertainment.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:07:17 +0100
KIDS Nursery in Basingstoke given Easter surprise
AN Easter initiative which brought smiles to children's faces at a Basingstoke nursery has been set up from the heart.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:34:08 +0100
WeBuyAnyCar opens new branch in Basingstoke
AN online car buying service has confirmed the opening of a new branch in Basingstoke.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:50:02 +0100
Whitchurch Conservation Group granted nearly £10,000 for creative Platinum Jubilee events
WHITCHURCH Conservation Group has been awarded nearly £10,000 to run creative events as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jibilee ceolebrations.

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 17:48:08 +0100
Highway code: Drivers warned to expect fines over yellow box junction rule changes
Currently, the police are responsible for issuing ‘moving traffic’ fines, except in London and Cardiff.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:52:56 +0100
RSPB reveals Big Garden Birdwatch 2022 results in Hampshire
THE Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) has revealed its Big Garden Bird Watch survey results for Hampshire 2022.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:52:00 +0100
Pets At Home issues important ban in all UK stores this Easter
It will also be hosting a series of free My Pet Pals workshops in its stores nationwide every weekend from April 2 – May 22.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:51:09 +0100
Dog owners issued 'superbug' health warning over letting their pets lick their face
Dog owners have been issued a warning over a possible health risk.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:50:26 +0100
Tesco recall and 'do not eat'warning over biscuits which may contain metal
The supermarket is recalling its Tesco Free From digestive biscuits as they may be unsafe to eat.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:49:31 +0100
The Royal Mint reveals its 10 rarest 50p coins - see how much they're worth
Here, we look at the rarest 50p coins and how many of each have been made - and how much they could be worth.

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 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.



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