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Basingstoke Gazette

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Disabled Basingstoke and Test Valley residents miss out on benefits
HUNDREDS of people in Basingstoke and the Test Valley had their disability benefits stopped after staying in hospital, according to shocking new figures.

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Carol service at Basingstoke crematorium to raise money for charity
A crematorium in Basingstoke is hosting a Carol Service to raise money for a charity.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:59 +0000
Aldershot: motorcyclist dies after hitting kerb on Bourley Road
A motorcyclist has died following a road traffic incident on Bourley Road near Aldershot.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:34:23 +0000
Hampshire: Scaffold pole comes loose and hits car hurting driver
A SCAFFOLD pole came loose from a vehicle on a busy Hampshire road and pierced another car's door, seriously injuring the driver.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
JM Finn sponsors Hampshire Art Show to support medical fund
THOUSANDS of pounds were raised via an art show for Basingstoke, Winchester and Andover hospitals thanks to generous sponsorship.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Flashback: The secret life of former Basingstoke Mayor John May
John May is probably best remembered as a prodigious benefactor whose gifts to the town included the Bounty Cricket Ground.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Stagecoach to raise money for air ambulance with Basingstoke open day
Stagecoach team will be inviting visitors for a behind-the-scene community open day at Basingstoke bus depot.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:22:49 +0000
Basingstoke: Police stop van driver with no tax, insurance or licence
A VAN driver has been stopped by police in Basingstoke who found they had no insurance, MOT or tax.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
EastEnders actors join Basingstoke fitness challenge for charity
A GROUP of fitness enthusiasts organised a fitness event to raise money for a charity.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke's Proteus Theatre Company to receive further funding
A BASINGSTOKE-based theatre company has successfully managed to secure further funding from Arts Council England.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke council achieves White Ribbon Accreditation
BASINGSTOKE and Deane Borough Council has recently become White Ribbon Accreditation.

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Residents urged to comment on Basingstoke draft plan
RESIDENTS are being asked to voice their opinion on the Basingstoke and Deane Council’s draft action plan to improve services.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Crown Heights: Work yet to get underway to remove cladding
The external cladding at Crown Heights, which has around 250 flats, contains the flammable material 'expanded polystyrene' and features no fire breaks.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Properties for sale: St Mary Bourne barn for £1.75m
THIS oak-framed barn in St Mary Bourne with unhindered views has gone on the market for £1.75m.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke arts festival preparing to celebrate 60 years
A BASINGSTOKE performing arts festival is celebrating its sixth decade of bringing music and art to the area.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Bewley Homes hosts groundbreaking ceremony in Overton
A GROUNDBREAKING ceremony has taken place to start a development of 82 homes in Overton.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fur and Feathers owners reassure pub is open after planning bid
The owners of the Fur and Feathers have reassured customers that it is still open after applying to convert the establishment into a house.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Bewley Homes replaces kitchen at Help for Heroes
A BASINGSTOKE-based housing developer has helped provide a new kitchen for the head office of a veteran’s charity.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Court round-up: Latest cases from Basingstoke and surrounding area
Trevor Tansiri, from London, pursued a course of conduct which amounted to harassment of a woman between March 26, 2021, and May 4, 2021.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke girl Lilly-Belle is a golf star in making
AN 11-YEAR-OLD Basingstoke girl is teeing it up in the best way possible in her golf career with some tremendous achievements.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
People in Basingstoke aren't as happy as in previous years
PEOPLE in Basingstoke and Deane are feeling as satisfied with their lives as before the coronavirus pandemic, new figures show.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 15:03:07 +0000
UK drivers £2,500 fine warning for breaking 7 winter driving laws
You could be fined £2,500 for driving while wearing gloves, coats or scarves, experts have warned

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 09:02:41 +0000
Smell like a member of the Royal Family: favourite perfumes revealed
The favourite fragrances of Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and the Queen have been revealed, here's how you can smell like a Royal.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:01:45 +0000
Festival Place: Firefighters tackle fire in airflow system
A SMALL fire within the airflow system of a shopping centre in Basingstoke caused panic on Thursday night.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Maria Miller MP calls for halt on Basingstoke hotels providing asylum
BASINSGTOKE MP and the leader of the council are calling for a halt on local hotels providing accommodation for asylum seekers.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Festival of Light parade in Basingstoke for Diwali - in pictures
A SPECTACULAR Festival of Light parade took in Basingstoke, organised by a local dance company.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke district tennis league winter season begins
The winter season of Basingstoke and District Tennis League kicked-off in October.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:45:19 +0000
WATCH: Basingstoke pays its respects with Armistice Day service
AN ARMISTICE ceremony has been held outside of Basingstoke and Deane Civic Offices as part of the borough’s Remembrance plans.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra celebrates long-serving members
TWO members of the Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra were treated to a surprise visit to celebrate their combined total of 107 years playing. 

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Elsie’s Antique, Collectors and Vintage Fair under new management
Elsie’s Antique, Collectors and Vintage Fair has announced that it is still proceeding under new management.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke show which 'predicted' lockdown given theatre award
AN AMATEUR show in Basingstoke which told a story of closed theatres just weeks before the Covid lockdown has been recognised with a national award.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:04:00 +0000
Newsquest CEO slams BBC’s plan to ramp up local news online
The BBC plans would create 11 investigative reporting teams across the country while increasing its daily online news provision in 43 areas

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:15:22 +0000
McDonald's reveals Christmas food menu 2022
McDonald’s is set to launch its Christmas food menu this month.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:11:23 +0000
£2.59 cleaning life hack to get rid of damp and condensation
Here is a cheap life hack to get rid of condensation and dampness from around your window.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 18:15:23 +0000
Carnival Celebration cruise ship pictured as she sails from Hampshire
AROUND 5,000 passengers are currently sailing to Miami aboard Carnival Celebration - a huge cruise liner that boasts its own rollercoaster.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 18:05:24 +0000
Watercress Line Steam Illuminations: Party trains put on for Christmas
A COLOURFUL steam train will be brightening up the Hampshire countryside as it returns to an historic railway this winter.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Residents label Longacre shared road design as 'crazy' and 'dangerous'
THE lack of pavements on a Basingstoke housing development is “an accident waiting to happen” according to residents.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:45:19 +0000
Woman sexually assaulted in Rooksdown Park in Basingstoke
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information following a report of a sexual assault in Basingstoke.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Coppice Spring: Andrew Hatherley to take over headship
A NEW headteacher has been appointed to lead a failing Basingstoke secondary school which was said to be in a “state of serious decline”.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Brighton Hill murder: Neighbour thought home was 'drug house'
A NEIGHBOUR told police they thought the property where a father of two was murdered was a 'drug house', a court has heard.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Hampshire County Council's grants for community warm hubs
Hampshire County Council grants of up to £5,000 are available for groups that would like to host a warm hub or welcoming spaces.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Sunday league: Shootout win for Hampshire Irons
Hampshire Irons took on unbeaten visitors Butlocks Heath from the City of Southampton in the Hampshire Sunday Trophy tie and found themselves a goal behind early in the second half, writes Tony Spencer.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Tesco food collections need volunteers this Christmas
The Tesco Food Collection is taking place in all Tesco stores from December 1-3.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Fluid Motion launches project to brighten GP waiting rooms
A GP surgery has unveiled a specially-commissioned mural as part of a charity’s drive to revitalise waiting rooms.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Saturday league: Unbeaten village on Hampshire Vase quest
Silchester Village beat Bisterne United 5-1 in the Hampshire Saturday Vase Cup, writes Tony Spencer, as Matt Fulton chalked up a hat-trick, Stephen Burgess and Daniel Vickers added singles.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Martin Lewis shares 'no-brainer' tip that can save £100 on energy bill
The Money Saving Expert founder was speaking on his ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show on Tuesday.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke PR agency Touchdown acquired by Ruder Finn
A public relations company based in Basingstoke has been acquired by a global PR agency.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:44:17 +0000
PCS Strike: 100,000 civil servants to go on strike
Members of the Public and Commercial Services Union which represents employees of Government departments and public bodies vote for strike action.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:41:30 +0000
Kevin the Carrot toy range returns to Aldi in time for Christmas
Aldi has announced that Kevin the Carrot toys will be back in time for Christmas.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:01:04 +0000
Johns Lewis Christmas advert 2022 - watch it here
The special meaning behind this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, set to a cover of All the Small Things by Blink-182



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