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Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Food hygiene ratings given to nine Basingstoke and Deane restaurants
THE latest food hygiene ratings have been released for a group of restaurants in Basingstoke and Deane - and it is good news for almost all of them.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Eden Motor Group's coffee morning returns to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support
EDEN Motor Group celebrates after raising thousands of pounds for Macmillan Cancer Support and encourages people to get involved to help.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke woman's tennis event raises £590 for the Pink Place Cancer Charity
A CHARITY doubles tennis tournament has raised more than £500 for a Basingstoke-based cancer charity.

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke borough council receives funding for homeless scheme
Basingstoke and Deane Council’s ambitious drive to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping has been given a vital funding boost by the government.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke Town Supporters Club questions Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council over ownership of land at the Camrose
THE council have come under fire from the chairman of the Basingstoke Town Supporters Club who has asked them to take responsibility for land they own at the Camrose ground.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 17:28:27 +0100
Attempted abduction of teenage girl in Farnborough leaves police appealing for witnesses
HAMPSHIRE police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information after an attempted abdution in Farnborough.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0100
How Tesco shoppers can help support Cancer Research UK, the British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK
TESCO shoppers can help support Cancer Research UK, the British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK by rounding up their shop to the nearest £1 at self service tills.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke Flashback: Goodbye to Basingstoke Ladies Choir and hello to Hampshire Harmony
POSSIBLY the longest running choir in Basingstoke is the Basingstoke Ladies Choir (BLC) which was founded in 1964.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
TV presenter becomes star attraction at The Sherfield & District Show
A TV PRESENTER became a star attraction at a village fruit, flowers and produce show.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:09:57 +0100
Queen's death: What is happening in the days up to funeral
King Charles III has been formally declared the nation’s new monarch, after the death of his mother, the Queen.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Anvil: Comedian, presenter and writer Dave Gorman to bring the laughs in Basingstoke
AN ENGLISH comedian, presenter and writer is back on the road and will be in Basingstoke next month.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hackwood Park, Basingstoke: Dry spell uncovers lost garden
DURING recent weather conditions strange unseen features have appeared in Hackwood Park.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Thousands of pounds available to support community projects in Basingstoke
£118,910 in grants has been made available to community projects by Basingstoke and Deane Council.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Court round-up: Cases from Basingstoke and surrounding area
fA 41-YEAR-OLD man who was caught having sex in a public place has been jailed for 28 weeks.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Man who made a "criminal career" out of stealing cars has been jailed
A MAN has been jailed after making a “criminal career” out of stealing cars in a rural part of Basingstoke, a court has heard.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 11:02:16 +0100
King Charles III makes promise to nation after death of Queen Elizabeth II
King Charles III gave his first address to the nation following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
The Bell, Odiham: Residents rally round to save inn from being turned into housing
The Bell pub in Odiham, which was originally licensed in 1509 and is one of the oldest pubs in Hampshire, was sold to Carlin Capital when the previous owners retired.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Women report drink being spiked in The Angel in Basingstoke
A ‘SUSPICIOUS incident’ at a Basingstoke bar is being investigated by police, after a woman claimed her friend's drink was spiked.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Driving instructor explains merge in turn rule at Basingstoke roundabout
A BASINGSTOKE driving instructor who has been teaching learners in the town for more than 30 years has set the record straight over how to approach one of the town’s roundabouts.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:52:52 +0100
King Charles speech reveals William to take title of Prince of Wales
William and Kate will become the Prince and Princess of Wales, as revealed in King Charles' first speech as monarch

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke animal shelter warns of 70 percent rise in donated animals
AN animal shelter has reported that it has seen a massive rise in the number of cats and dogs handed in.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
The Anvil: Rock, blues, and jazz singer Elkie Brooks to impress audiences in Basingstoke next month
AN English rock, blues, and jazz singer will be entertaining audiences with her anniversary tour as she heads to Basingstoke.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Hampshire OctoberFest: Residents invited to enjoy real ales, craft beers and live music
RESIDENTS are being reminded that Hampshire OctoberFest is only a few days away and there is lots to enjoy.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Alresford Alpacas bookings are now open for meet & greet and pumpkin decorating on Halloween
CHILDREN and adults are welcome to join Alresford Alpacas meet and greet and pumpkin decorating next month for Halloween.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke school awarded independent special school status
A BASINGSTOKE school has opened its new, refurbished premises after being awarded Independent Special School status.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke Tennis League results
With only a couple of weeks until the end of the summer season, the divisions in the BDTL are takin shape.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:53:48 +0100
King Charles III sends message to Harry and Meghan Markle in first speech as monarch
In the touching speech to the nation, King Charles shared a special message to his youngest son and daughter-in-law

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:56:20 +0100
Bank Holiday announced for Queen's funeral as as King Charles III formally declared
The announcement comes after King Charles III was formally declared as the new monarch following the death of his mother aged 96.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:55:46 +0100
King Charles III formally declared King at Accession Ceremony - What happens next?
King Charles III will formally be declared King on Saturday morning at the Accession Council but what will happen next?

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 18:54:45 +0100
Accession Ceremony and Privy Council explained as King Charles III is declared King
King Charles III will formally be declared King in the first televised Accession Council on Saturday.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:43:36 +0100
The Queen has died, Buckingham Palace announces
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...

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:27:21 +0100
Basingstoke road reopened after collision involving young girl
THERE has been a collision involving a BMW car and a young girl.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:43:27 +0100
Basingstoke Mayor to proclaim new King in historic ceremony
Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane Cllr Paul Miller will read the local proclamation of the new Sovereign on Sunday (11 September) in Market Place.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Mayor of Basingstoke encourages people to leave tribute to the Queen using e-book
MAYOR of Basingstoke and Deane encourages people to leave tributes in e-book of condolences following the death of Her Majesty.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:05:35 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II dies: What changes are needed now from stamps to passports?
The news of Her Majesty's death was announced in a statement on behalf of the Royal Family on Thursday evening.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:40:43 +0100
Queen's death: All the things happening in Basingstoke
For all those wishing to join in, here is a list of everything happening.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:09:28 +0100
Looking back at the times the Queen visited Basingstoke - in pictures
AS THE country mourns the death of its longest-reigning monarch, we look back at the times the Queen visited Basingstoke.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:49:50 +0100
North Hampshire MPs pay tribute to the Queen
North Hampshire MPs have paid tribute to the Queen after she passed away on Thursday, September 8.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:06:27 +0100
What happens now? Day by day plan for national mourning following Queen Elizabeth’s death
Here is a day by day of what is expected to happen as the nation mourns Queen Elizabeth II.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Omar Allibhoy on why he chose to launch Tapas Revolution in Basingstoke
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.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 06:38:12 +0100
Are schools and colleges closed? Government update following Queen's death
It is reported the government shared an update with headteachers in an email on Thursday night.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:39:25 +0100
King Charles III to address the nation tonight following Queen Elizabeth II's death
King Charles III will address the nation in his first televised statement as King.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:30:11 +0100
Marwell Zoo announces closure as Hampshire mourns Her Majesty The Queen
Marwell Zoo is the latest attraction to confirm it will temporarily close as Hampshire mourns the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
All in the Mind Festival full line-up announced for Basingstoke
THE line-up for a Basingstoke festival has been officially announced, with 40 acts and attractions ready to entertain all ages.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Bison beat Bees in opener
​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.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:51:46 +0100
List of Hampshire closures and cancellations due to the Queen's death
Some events around Hampshire will either be closed or cancelled in the period of mourning following the Queen's death.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
All in the Mind Festival to go ahead as planned after Queen's death
A FESTIVAL being held in Basingstoke on Saturday will still go ahead as planned, following The Queen’s death, it has been confirmed.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:18:55 +0100
Premier League and EFL fixtures postponed following Queen's death
The EFL is expected to follow the decision of the Premier League

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke man died after taking drugs, an inquest heard
A” BRILLIANT and funny” son and brother was found dead at his home after taking drugs, an inquest heard.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:50:46 +0100
Samsung, Huawei, and other Android phone users urged to delete apps as 'bug' empties bank accounts
Smartphone users have been issued an urgent warning about downloading apps which could contain invasive malware- that has the potential to empty your bank account, with thousands already presumed to be at risk of an attack.



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