THE owner of a new tapas restaurant in Festival Place said he chose the town as the location for his 10th venue because of the busy shopping centre.

It is reported the government shared an update with headteachers in an email on Thursday night.

A SOUTH Aftican vocal powerhouse group will be taking to the stage in Basingstoke for their first UK tour.

​NEW Basingstoke Bison captain George Norcliffe scored a late winner as the Herd won their opening pre-season game 5-4 over the visiting Bees.

THE line-up for a Basingstoke festival has been officially announced, with 40 acts and attractions ready to entertain all ages.

The Queen has died, Buckingham Palace has announced. Elizabeth II, 96, was the nation’s longest-reigning monarch, serving as head of state for more than 70 years. The Prince of Wales is now King, having acceded to the throne immediately on the deat...

The Queen has died, aged 96, Buckingham Palace has said.

A period of national mourning has begun in Hampshire following the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II today (September 8).

The Queen’s passing at the age of 96 after 70 years on the British throne has meant that a successor must fulfill the role left behind by the late monarch.

It comes as the BBC confirmed they would suspend all BBC channel's scheduled programming indefinitely.

THE Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane has led the borough’s tributes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth after she died today aged 96.

Prime Minister Liz Truss announced that she will be freezing bills at the £2,500 mark

PARENTS have had their child’s school place withdrawn after lying on the application form, figures reveal.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Queen Elizabeth II has died.

The concerning news has sparked fears for the Queen's health with many asking what happens next, if the worst happens. 

Her death brings an end to a 70-year reign, the longest in history, having ascended the throne following the death of her father, King George VI on 6 February 1952.

According to reports, schools will learn whether they should close on Friday.

Queen Elizabeth II has passed away aged 96 at Balmoral Castle, Buckingham Palace has announced.

A statement confirming the news read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon."

Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has confirmed.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has died aged 96, what happens now.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has died aged 96, what happens now

The 96-year-old monarch’s latest setback will raise fresh fears for her health the day after she was pictured in a historic audience with Liz Truss.

THE trust which runs Andover hospital is encouraging the community to talk about organ donation.

OAKLEY Community Association are starting an afterschool youth cafe for secondary school and college students from next week.

MENTAL health services in the area could soon be run by a single NHS trust after bosses admitted "fragmented" working is affecting patients.

POLICE raids, break-ins, sewage in the shower and a list of broken appliances are just some of the issues an asylum-seeker has had to face since moving in to a guesthouse in Basingstoke.

Hartley Wintney progressed into the second qualifying round of the Emirates FA Cup with a comfortable win.

BAILIFFS have been instructed to take possessions from a Basingstoke business which has sat empty for almost two years.

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II now means King Charle's wife, Camilla will now sever as Queen Consort.

King Charles has issued his first statement as monarch following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Queen has died, aged 96, Buckingham Palace has said.

ITV News will be airing a special indefinitely on the channel as the nation awaits an update on the Queen.

Plans have been in place for decades, known as Operation Unicorn, for if the Queen dies in Scotland

Her Majesty the Queen is under medical supervision after her health deteriorated - The Royal Family are on the way to Balmoral - Follow this blog for updates and well wishes from people in Hampshire

The Queen’s close family including the Prince of Wales have been informed

A 'trespass incident' on the railway near Reading Station is causing major delays to journeys in and out of the town this morning (Wednesday).

DRIVERS in Hampshire have been encouraged to leave extra time ahead of upcoming M3 slip road closures.

MOTORISTS are facing huge delays after a section of the M3 was closed this morning (Wednesday, September 7).

THE fire service has said it has entered a ‘partnership’ with the trust that runs Basingstoke hospital to ensure it is safe and that patients and staff can be evacuated during an emergency.

Current chief constable Olivia Pinkney will step aside in the spring, and the recruitment process has started.

An appeal has been launched to find the owner of a unique statue after it was recovered during a late-night pursuit which led to the arrest of two suspects.

RESIDENTS are urged to head to Festival Place this week for a blood pressure check.

A RADIO DJ who has worked at the the radio station at Basingstoke Hospital for than 30 years has won a prestigious award.

A FLEXIBLE workspace in Basingstoke has closed after five years in the town.

THE MP for North East Hampshire has been appointed as Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs by new Prime Minister Liz Truss.

A CHARITY has launched a unique competition to help children’s sports clubs support members who might be financially struggling.

HAMPSHIRE’S footballing body is encouraging its staff to up their game and help the planet.

A BASINGSTOKE shopping centre is “in talks” with a fashion brand to open a new shop in an empty unit.

A BASINGSTOKE man has avoided jail after police found hundreds of indecent images of children on electronic devices belonging to him.