NATIONAL Highways has said it has no plans to change the M3 between junction 7 and junction 8.

A HAMPSHIRE Police partner has launched a new scheme to protect vunerable people against cyber-crime. 

A WOMAN from Basingstoke recently ran her sixth marathon to raise money for children who are suffering from a life-limiting disease, Mitochondrial.

Officers are appealing for witnesses and information following a report of an attempted kidnap incident.

MAJOR changes to the M3 motorway which could see two slip roads closed near Basingstoke have come under fire from residents and councillors.

A BASINGSTOKE nursery school which was ordered to improve because it was putting children ‘at potential risk of harm’ has now been told it is ‘good’ – but more than a third of children have since left.

A BASINGSTOKE man has denied stalking two people, including a woman he claimed to be in a relationship with.

A POPULAR funfair made its final visit to Basingstoke last weekend before it ceases touring.

MAJOR plans to transform how drivers use the M3 near Basingstoke have come under fire from residents and councillors.

OFFICERS will now attend every report of a residential burglary the force receives, Hampshire police chiefs have confirmed.

One area worth focusing on is fracking as it illustrates the government’s lack of competence, and more importantly trust.

Basingstoke MP Dame Maria Miller has hosted a Community Chats meeting focusing on crime in the Basingstoke and Deane area.

A CREW from Basingstoke were called to reports of a "person falling from height" in Amesbury.

Our local Chennai Express began in November 2018, when entrepreneurs and chef-patrons, Sagar Barlawar and Vamsi Madireddy, brought the tastes of authentic Southern Indian Street food to Basingstoke.

Queen Elizabeth II died, aged 96, at Balmoral surrounded by members of the royal family earlier this month.

THE partnership behind plans to build a new hospital for the town is considering purchasing nearby land at Basingstoke hospital to extend.

OWNERS of a charity farm have been left feeling “disheartened” after thieves target their farm with a string of break ins.

COUNCILLORS have come under fire for failing to reject a government push for nearly 18,000 homes in the borough – and delaying a public consultation on the local plan.

A MAJOR refurbishment is underway at a Basingstoke supermarket.

POLICE in Hampshire were delayed in attending priority incidents involving children, a new report has revealed.

A BASINGSTOKE film festival returned for its seventh year over the weekend.

Hartley Wintney were on the receiving end of a shock result when they were dumped out of the Hampshire Cup.

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Rising inflation, growing export costs and ever-increasing energy prices are placing small and medium sized enterprises under unprecedented pressures.

ROTARY clubs in the Basingstoke and Deane area are teaming up to host a charity dinner event.

​THE Basingstoke Bison enjoyed a perfect weekend with two victories over league leaders the Swindon Wildcats.

Hook & Newnham Basics fell four runs short of their target as Havant celebrated a unique hat-trick of Southern Premier League T20 Cup finals wins.

St Michael’s Hospice’s welcomed 300 walkers to its annual Moonlight Walk on Saturday.

The stamps are available from today (29 September) via the Royal Mail website and by phone on 03457 641 641.

TWO entrepreneurs are joining hands to open an online business in Hook to sell afternoon tea and DIY cocktail boxes.

BASINGSTOKE and Deane Borough Council has promised that its usual Christmas light displays will return this year despite the ongoing energy crisis.

TICKETS which sold out in record breaking time to see comedian Ricky Gervais at The Anvil have appeared on a resell site for more than £550, despite this being against the theatre’s rules.

A NEW festive-themed shop is set to open in Basingstoke next month.

UK shoppers are rushing to budget store B&M after being advised on a product which could stop them needing to turn on their heating this winter.

In an all-Basingstoke League first round tie of the Hampshire FA Sunday Trophy, Tadley Town drew 1-1 with Bramley United, with Lors Nicholas opening the scoring for the visitors and Ben Stokes tapping in Bailey Goodenough’s cross to level for Tadle...

Two goals from Ben Synan secured the points for CK Andover on Saturday at Overton United Reserves to go top of Division 1 on goal difference, writes Tony Spencer.

A WOMAN from Bramley encourages others to join as she prepares for a charity walk in memory of her beloved mum who sadly passed away from cancer this year.

I've wondered for some time if designers/planners of Thornycroft Roundabout may have come up with their plan after a party (i.e. they were intoxicated) because it is total nonsense.

JD Wetherspoon said it was a “commercial decision”

​A GIRL from Baughurst is taking part in the London Marathon next week to raise both money and awareness after her Dad was sadly diagnosed with Leukaemia in 2015. ​

A NEW District Commander for policing in Basingstoke and Deane has been appointed.

Basingstoke Hockey Club’s Men’s 1s and Ladies’ 1s started their new season with defeats.

DOG owners are at risk of receiving a substantial fine if driving with an unrestrained dog in the car new research states.

POLICE officers joined government agencies in a crackdown on fly-tipping last week.

A COMMUNITY fridge in Kempshott, along with nine others in the south, have been given a major boost.

A FORMER shooting estate is being transformed into an “edible landscape” that restores nature at the same time as producing food.

IMPROVEMENTS costing £146,000 to two open spaces in Basingstoke have begun, following changes to the design after a public consultation.

The Basingstoke Half Marathon and 10k will be held on October 2.

A PUB in Thatcham has reopened following a vast refurbishment.

Basingstoke Chess Club is celebrating a milestone anniversary this year with the club turning 125 years old.