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Basingstoke Gazette

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Great Western Hotel building to be transformed into flats and restaurant four years after closure
A FORMER hotel and pub which has become ‘an eyesore’ is to be redeveloped after it closed in 2018.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:37:00 +0100
BBC Panorama went undercover at Operose surgery
A BASINGSTOKE councillor who provided BBC researchers with information about a GP provider in Basingstoke for a Panorama investigation said she is “truly shocked” by the findings.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:20:54 +0100
Red Letter Days reveals theatre experiences from MAMMA MIA! to Mary Poppins
Red Letter Days has revealed ten theatre experiences worthy of the spotlight - How to book your seats.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:20:27 +0100
Father’s Day: Find the perfect gift at Aldi from whisky, fragrances and more
Whether they are the BBQ master, love some self-care or some affordable gadgets, Aldi has everything you need to treat your loved one this Father’s Day.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 09:19:54 +0100
ShopDisney has the perfect Star Wars Fathers Day gifts
Get the Star Wars fan in your life the perfect gift from ShopDisney.

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 07:15:25 +0100
Lizzo announces new version of 'Grrrls' due to ableist lyric
The 34-year-old singer has faced backlash against the lyric since the song was released on June 10

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:08:46 +0100
Hollywood stars Scarlett Johansson and Sienna Miller pictured shooting film scenes in tiny Hampshire village
HOLLYWOOD stars descended on to a tiny Hampshire hamlet to shoot scenes for a new film.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 17:30:21 +0100
St Michael's Road: Two people arrested after they were caught 'engaging in sexual activity’ in a communal garden in Basingstoke
A COUPLE allegedly caught ‘engaging in sexual activity’ in a communal garden in Basingstoke have been arrested.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:03:23 +0100
Castons Walk, Basingstoke: Police investigating report of serious sexual assault on woman
A WOMAN has reported that she was sexually assaulted in an alleyway in Basingstoke.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:57:18 +0100
Openreach promises to restore fibre internet by evening
Openreach says all fibre internet and phonelines will be restored by this evening.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:03:33 +0100
Basingstoke residents still without internet and phonelines
It has been five days since building contractors accidentally damaged underground network cables.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:24:56 +0100
Inquest opens into death of Frantisek Olah, 31, who died from 'stab wound to the chest'
AN INQUEST has been opened into the death of a father-of-two who was stabbed in Basingstoke.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:58:58 +0100
Oil smeared on play equipment in Oakley days after vandals targeted park with spray cans
OIL was found smeared on children’s play equipment in Oakley – just one incident in a string of vandalism at the park.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 11:25:59 +0100
All welcomed to flag-raising ceremony in Basingstoke to mark start of Armed Forces Week
A FLAG-raising ceremony to mark the start of Armed Forces Week will be led by the borough’s Mayor Cllr Paul Miller.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:12:37 +0100
Wordle 359 June 13: Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 21:09:54 +0100
Operose-run Basingstoke surgery features on BBC Panorama
A BASINGSTOKE GP surgery has reduced its number of GPs by more than 50 per cent since being taken over by Operose, according to an investigation by BBC Panorama.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:59:43 +0100
Health Hub officially opens in Festival Place
A NEW ‘Health Hub’ has officially opened in Festival Place offering Covid vaccinations and health advice.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:01:11 +0100
Richard Cheetham MBE returns to Basingstoke RFC
A FORMER player and coach of Basingstoke Rugby Football Club who went on to achieve international success is returning to train coaches and create a development programme.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:50:41 +0100
BBC found Operose replacing doctors with less qualified staff
AN AMERICAN health firm responsible for the care of more than 63,000 patients at GP surgeries in Basingstoke has described a BBC investigation into its practices as “deeply disappointing”.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:41:34 +0100
Boris' ‘Partygate’ scarecrow vandalised in Old Basing
A SCARECROW of Prime Minister Boris Johnson and ‘party gate’ has been vandalised in Old Basing.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 18:08:27 +0100
Strawberry Supermoon : How to see June full moon in Hampshire tomorrow
The Strawberry Supermoon is the last supermoon of the year – here’s how to see it in Hampshire.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Less than one per cent of complaints against Hampshire police lead to misconduct proceedings
Less than one per cent of complaints about Hampshire police officers over one year led to misconduct action, new figures show.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:10:26 +0100
What the Highway Code says about dog walkers and cyclists
In our self-serving society the rhetoric is strong, but the proof is in actions, not words. We all believe we have the right to take precedence: I have a friend who works hard, pays taxes yet is aghast that he should have to wait behind others who do...

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:02:34 +0100
Walt Disney Resort launches new package for 2023 as USA lifts Covid testing
Now is the time to book your next getaway to the states, and Disney World Resort

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:09:28 +0100
Father's Day gift ideas from Superdrug including aftershave, skincare and more
Here's a roundup of Father's Day gifts you can find at Superdrug.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 09:06:15 +0100
Father's Day 2022: Hampers from Hotel Chocolat, M&S, Fortnum and Mason and more
Here's a roundup of hampers from Hotel Chocolat, M&S, Fortnum and Mason and more, ideal for Father's Day gifts.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:11:32 +0100
BBC Dragons' Den and Channel 4 The Intern star Hilary Devey dies aged 65
The Bolton-born entrepreneur passed away in Morocco on Saturday after a long illness, her PR agent confirmed on Sunday.

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:15:14 +0100
Prince Andrew ‘banned from public parts' of service
The Duke of York was apparently keen to appear at the Garter Day service after missing the Platinum Jubilee

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
FLASHBACK: Looking back at Basingstoke in the ‘swinging 60s’
“WHY are the 1960s looked upon as the ‘Swinging ’60s’?” is a question often asked to us older ones by the younger generation.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Videos giving an insight into child exploitation to be shown in schools across Hampshire
VIDEOS giving an insight into the world of county lines and child exploitation will be shown in schools across Hampshire.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
World Allergy Week: Our reporter's experience of living with Anaphylaxis
I have lived with life-threatening allergies my whole life.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance experiences 'busiest month of year so far'
MEDICAL emergency service Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) has seen a rise in the number of incidents it responds to - experiencing its ‘busiest month’ of the year so far in May.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke Rugby Football Club and Global Kitchen Catering and Events host jubilee event
LARGE crowds attended a jubilee event in Basingstoke last weekend, which is set to become an annual event.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Overton Parish Council announce new Live Well Longer service to help older people
A new service has been announced for older people living in Overton.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Garden opened in Hook to mark Queen's Platinum Jubilee following generous community donations
TO MARK the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Hook Parish Council has created a garden following generous donations from the community.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Land owner submits plans to build 18 dwellings in Cliddesden
A LANDOWNER has submitted applications to build 18 dwellings in Cliddesden.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:18:11 +0100
UK's most expensive dog breeds revealed from Bull Dogs to Golden Retrievers - Full list
Your dog could cost your up almost £25,000 over its lifetime according to new research.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:26:26 +0100
Marwell Zoo puts on special dinosaur event for one weekend only this month
A HAMPSHIRE ZOO gears up for a weekend of prehistoric adventure as they invite you to the Brickosaurs Evolution event.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:06:29 +0100
Overweight vehicle stopped by police on M27
A TRUCK carrying another vehicle along a Hampshire motorway was found to be 32 per cent overweight.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:32:50 +0100
Traffic delays in Farnham after serious road traffic incident
A BUSY road on the Hampshire border has been shut off after a serious road traffic incident this morning.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:10:34 +0100
'Evil' beekeeper Matthew Reynolds jailed for killing vulnerable family friend at her Hampshire home
An "evil" amateur beekeeper has been jailed for life to serve a minimum of 14 years for the manslaughter of a "vulnerable, kind" woman who had been a family friend since he was a young boy.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:06:12 +0100
Hampshire councillor waits a year for dentist appointment and calls for urgent action to be taken to address industry crisis
A COUNCILLOR has voiced his frustration after waiting almost a year for an NHS dentist appointment.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, June 12
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, June 12.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:59:45 +0100
Prince William and Kate Middleton ‘set for move to Windsor’
They are reported to have plans to keep Kensington Palace as the family’s London home.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi’s large hanging egg chair is back for the first time this year – get yours now
Aldi’s popular egg chairs have had a grip on the nation ever since their first release.

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Father's Day gifts 2022: beer dispensers to bring the pub home
There are a number of great draught beer dispensers to get hold off in time for Father's Day

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi's incredible bell tent perfect for glamping is on sale now
Do you like to add a little luxury to your camping?

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Hasbro reveals which classic MONOPOLY token will be returning to the board game in 2023
Hasbro has revealed which token will be returning to a refreshed version of MONOPOLY and which will be leaving.

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 08:22:08 +0100
Parents unhappy as Hampshire school teachers get extra day off as bank holiday fell in half-term
TEACHERS in schools across Hampshire have received an additional bank holiday, the county council has confirmed.

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke court round-up: Suspended sentence for disqualified driver and fined for assaulting emergency worker
A TEENAGER from Hook has been handed a suspended sentence after driving whilst disqualified.



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