Basingstoke Gazette
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 05:30:00 +0100Rally to demand gender equality in school sports in Basingstoke
A RALLY to demand gender equality in school sports was held in Basingstoke this week to encourage schools in the borough to lead the way.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:02:00 +0100'Irresponsible' TikTok video made by Basingstoke influencer banned
A TIKTOK post in which a young influencer from Basingstoke promoted an alcohol brand by saying it has “only 63 calories a can” and would “actually get you drunk” has been banned.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 05:30:00 +0100The Winklebury Wizards take part in mini tournament to help remember loved ones
A CHILDREN'S football team held their own mini tournament to help remember loved ones lost in Winklebury.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:18:04 +0100Aldi brings back its illuminating tan drops and they’re perfect for summer
The beauty must-have sold out within weeks following its first launch last Christmas.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:17:25 +0100Love Island’s Ekin-Su couples up with Quay sunglasses
The Islanders have been sporting Quay Australia sunglasses this year.
Wed, 29 Jun 2022 09:16:55 +0100TP Toys releases new trampoline in time for summer that's even cheaper than Aldi's version
The brand new UP trampoline is set to keep the kids entertained, safe and active all summer long.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:32:31 +0100Strictly Come Dancing star appears at luxury Hampshire golf club
A Strictly Come Dancing star gave a glamorous boost to a charity golf day organised by a Southampton firm.
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 13:19:26 +0100Search to find a boy who lived in Basingstoke in 70s and 80s
A BASINGSTOKE family is looking to find the owner of a children’s book and some notes that they discovered under the floorboard of their new home.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 16:07:05 +0100More than 20 cannabis plants located in woodlands in Old Basing
MORE than 20 cannabis plants have been located in woodlands in Basingstoke.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:57:17 +0100Plans for a new employment development in Hart, near Junction 5 of the M3 motorway
A COMPANY has announced proposals for a “significant new employment development” between Odiham and Hook.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:40:03 +0100Basingstoke MP says appeal filed against council’s decision to reject Lidl warehouse should not be considered
THE MP for Basingstoke has said that the appeal filed against the decision to reject the planning application to build a Lidl warehouse at Oakdown Farm in Dummer should be “called in”.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100Basingstoke FC captain climbs 24 mountain peaks in 24 hours
THE current captain of Basingstoke Town FC has climbed 24 mountain peaks in just 24 hours in a bid to support children without a father figure in their lives.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:16:57 +0100A33 crash: One driver left with 'minor injuries' after collision involving lorry, van and car
ONE PERSON has sustained 'minor injuries' following a three-vehicle collision on the A33 in Chineham this morning (Tuesday, June 28).
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:24:38 +0100Recap: A33 in Chineham closed in both directions due to collision
Hello and welcome to our live blog. We will be bringing you live updates following a road traffic incident in Chineham, Basingstoke which has led to the closure of a major road.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:37:19 +0100SWR announce disruption to train service through Basingstoke
TRAIN services through basingstoke are subject to disruption this morning (Tuesday, June 28).
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:19:06 +0100Scarecrows pop up around Overton ahead of festival weekend
Scarecrows are now being displayed across Overton in the run-up to the popular festival, to be held from July 15 to 17.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:47:03 +0100Basingstoke mum had cervix removed after shock diagnosis
A BASINGSTOKE mum who did not have a smear test for six years is urging women to stay up-to-date with cervical screening appointments after discovering she had cancer.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:25:02 +0100Face masks no longer required at Basingstoke hospital
PATIENTS and staff are no longer required to wear a face mask inside Basingstoke hospital.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 16:39:56 +0100Hampshire firefighters hit out at at 'insulting' pay offer as Fire Brigades Union warns of strikes
FIREFIGHTERS have branded a two per cent pay offer an 'insult' and warned they could go on strike.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:43:11 +0100Food Hygiene Rating: Chick Mex in Basingstoke given new rating of three
A BASINGSTOKE and Deane takeaway has been handed a new three-out-of-five food hygiene rating.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:06:28 +0100Basingstoke and Deane road closures: five for motorists to avoid this week
BASINGSTOKE and Deane's motorists will have five road closures to avoid nearby on the National Highways network this week.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:41:37 +0100Letter: A huge thank you to all who work at Basingstoke hospital
Having recently spent a week in Basingstoke hospital, I would like to express my gratitude to the local NHS.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100Alton author Chrissy Roberts writes about her recovery in new book You Won’t Amount To Anything
A GERMAN author who hit rock bottom has now written about her recovery in the hope it will help others.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0100Basingstoke foodbank urges people to donate through Tesco scheme
SHOPPERS in Basingstoke will be able to give a helping hand to food banks and charities through a supermarket donation scheme.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:27:48 +0100Get Disney+ for free when you book your next Disney holiday – find out how
To get 12 months free, book any Hotel + Ticket package in a Disney Hotel or Les Villages Nature Paris.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:32:11 +0100Universal Credit claimants face major '12 hour' rule change to keep receiving payments
The move comes as the UK reports high levels of job vacancies, which rose to a record 1.3 million unfilled roles in May.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:19:10 +0100Exercise therapy could combat fatigue among arthritis patients, study says
Some 800,000 people suffer from arthritis or similar conditions across the UK and four in five of these live with fatigue every day
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:17:25 +0100Dangerous UK drivers could face life in prison under new laws coming into effect tomorrow
The new sentencing regime far exceeds the previous maximum penalty of 14 years.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:28:43 +0100ShopDisney releases new Stitch collection to mark 20th anniversary
The iconic and adorable Stitch turns 20 and has a whole new collection on ShopDisney now.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:26:54 +0100Marks and Spencer releases 2022 summer women and men's occasionwear - Shop the range
Take on summer in style in Marks and Spencer's men's and women's collections perfect for any occasion.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:36:01 +0100Brighton Hill murder investigation: Two women charged with assisting an offender
OFFICERS investigating the death of Frantisek Olah in Brighton Hill have charged two women as part of ongoing enquiries.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:41:06 +0100Residents shocked after Basingstoke flat catches fire on Blue Hut Way
RESIDENTS have expressed their shock and worry following a flat fire in Basingstoke last week.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:19:55 +0100More fun to be had during second weekend of Basingstoke Festival
THERE is lots more free arts and family fun to enjoy during the second weekend of .
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:30:28 +0100Appeal against decision to reject Lidl warehouse in Dummer
AN APPEAL has been filed against the council's decision to reject the planning application to build a Lidl warehouse at Oakdown Farm in Dummer.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:14:00 +0100Photos: Bark in the Park in Popley
A SUMMER family fun day was organised at Popley Fields Community Centre on Saturday to raise funds for rescue animals.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:41:29 +0100Edison Search recruitment agency wins Young Entrepreneur award
A BASINGSTOKE-BASED recruitment company has won a prestigious award at the National Start Up Awards.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:54:56 +0100Plans proposed to convert listed pub King's Head in Alton into flats
A listed pub is proposed to be redeveloped into flats following a planning application.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:13:11 +0100Lightning fast broadband to be rolled out across Hampshire - but some areas will still miss out
THOUSANDS of households across Hampshire could have lightning fast broadband by the end of this decade.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 21:03:50 +0100Hampshire County Council: Councillor Adrian Collett injured after Ben Nevis fall
A COUNCILLOR was hospitalised following a mountain climbing accident, the Local Democracy Reporting Service has learned.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:06:27 +0100The Care Quality Commission has told Versita Care to improve
A BASINGSTOKE care agency has been told it needs to improve following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:46:32 +0100Oakdown Farm: CAGE hopes Basingstoke council will get behind
CAGE is hoping the local authority would continue to get behind their campaign following an appeal by the developer.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:08:48 +0100Women in Hampshire urged to book cervical screening
THOUSANDS of women in Hampshire have not attended vital cervical screening appointments, figures show.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:13:01 +0100Prohibition notice issued for AWE due to low oxygen levels
A PROHIBITION Notice has been issued to an Atomic Weapons facility near Tadley after it was found that the centre has “reduced oxygen levels”.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:00:52 +0100No trains between Fareham and Eastleigh until Sunday July 3
A HAMPSHIRE rail route will be closed until Sunday for essential maintenance work.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:20:10 +0100Ross Kemp joins Hampshire veteran in calls for end to 'negative stereotype' of veterans with PTSD on TV
Actor and broadcaster Ross Kemp has hit out at the "negative portrayal" in dramas of soldiers with mental health issues.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:12:17 +0100Odiham thanks Armed Forces with music event
RESIDENTS of Odiham returned to its rocking form on Saturday, to mark Armed Forces day, with its popular annual music event ‘Bands in the Bury’.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:03:15 +0100Parking ticket fines could be reversed due to DVLA law breach, expert says
The DVLA passed on motorists’ personal details to private parking firms
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:59:28 +0100ATM scam: Police warning as Brits see cash withdrawn for their accounts
Victims later discovered cash had been withdrawn from their accounts, after the loss of their card.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 11:57:25 +0100Sainsbury's recall over health fears and 'do not eat' warning issued
Sainsbury’s is recalling one of its products over fears it is “unsafe to eat”.
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 09:37:34 +0100Aldi launches fruit and veg inspired candle to celebrate summer produce – see the scents
Does summer for you mean gorgeous fresh fruit and veg? Beautiful summer produce for months on end?