Progress is welcome but the simple truth is that there's still work to do.

The red and white light trails from passing vehicles carve glowing paths through the landscape, flanked by silhouetted trees under a soft, fading sky.

SNG will reveal first priority areas under threat of development in Buckskin and South Ham in February.

Recurrent power cuts have left houses in Gershwin Road, Basingstoke in the dark.

Local elections in Hampshire and Basingstoke will proceed in May, confirms Government. Local government reorganisation plans and council proposals remain on track.

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of January 23 to 25

The UKCSI is published twice a year by The Institute of Customer Service and provides an independent benchmark of customer satisfaction.

Bramley Village Bakery in Tadley to close after 25 years serving the community with fresh baked goods. Local residents express sadness at the closure.

A flagpole which hung a controversial flag outside Whitchurch Town Hall, has collapsed.

The honours were given to drivers from Stagecoach South who were recognised as 'Fleet Elite' by driver safety specialists GreenRoad.

Tadley Band will reach a remarkable milestone this year as they celebrate their 150th anniversary.

Police appeal for information after garage and shed break-ins in Basingstoke’s Longmoor Road, Chelmer Court and Darent Court; tools reported stolen.

A fire at the award-winning Hoddington Arms pub has forced it to close temporarily.

Hampshire County Council has approved plans to spend hundreds of millions of pounds to continue providing vital baby health visiting and school nursing services across the county.

That’ll Be The Day is visiting The Anvil in Basingstoke on January 24 and April 11 on its 40th anniversary tour.

This year, the Government once again offered councils the option to defer their elections. In a rare moment of cross‑party agreement, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council voted for the planned elections to proceed.

Hampshire Constabulary arrest 21-year-old man after suspected Class A drugs found in Volkswagen Golf on Heathland Street. Vehicle seized, enquiries ongoing.

Senior Hampshire County Council officers have criticised new government rankings on road maintenance, warning that councils are being unfairly compared and arguing that a top “green” rating could put vital funding at risk.

RETROSPECTIVE plans to install a pergola and plans to build hundreds of new homes are among applications submitted to the council.

A kitten from Basingstoke that went missing on a family holiday to Hungary was found in Belgium.

Talking to people right across Basingstoke, I know how tough the last few years have been.

Bestselling author and The Traitors contestant Harriet Tyce hosts a Witch Trial book event at Waterstones Basingstoke, 26 Feb. Tickets from £4.

Growing up, and later, when he moved to London, Radio 1 presenter and DJ, Dean McCullough never had a fixed address and regularly faced the daunting prospect of sleeping on the streets. 

More than 2,600 motorists could be owed money for being incorrectly caught speeding due to a National Highways error - find out if you are one?

The National Lottery will close its website and app for part of this weekend with players only able to see prizes in its stores if tickets were bought there.

Voters across Hampshire will head to the polls in May after the Government confirmed that elections will take place as scheduled

First-time house buyers in Basingstoke will have to pay more than £26,000 for a 10 per cent deposit on a home, which is above the national average.

Fewer businesses in Basingstoke have declared themselves insolvent this year, according to new figures from the council.

Natural Basingstoke urges a protected wildlife corridor near Cufaude Lane, Basingstoke, amid major housing by Croudace Homes and Taylor Wimpey. Local wildlife at risk.

The 2026 schedule includes seven programmes and 26 performances, among which are three new opera productions, three concerts and a celebrated dance return.

The study is conducted by Echo Research in partnership with the London Stock Exchange.

UK Government unveils Water White Paper with stricter regulation, new Chief Engineer, smart meters, and tough action on water companies to cut pollution and improve infrastructure.

Police release CCTV images after £290 shoplifting at Shell, Farnborough Road. Hampshire Constabulary seek information on women linked to incident. Call 101.

A 62-year-old man from Fleet has been arrested after a woman was injured in an assault at Fleet Medical Centre. Police investigation ongoing.

A new hospital in Basingstoke could be delayed until 2045, according to the National Audit Office.

With just days left to object to plans for thousands of houses in Upper Swallick, a petition has reached more than 11,000 signatures.

Police appeal for witnesses after burglaries and thefts in Fleet and Hartley Wintney, Hart, on 21 January. Report info or footage to Hampshire Police.

A vehicle fire on the hard shoulder led to standstill traffic on the M3 at Junction 5 near Basingstoke.

We have seen reports that there is standstill traffic on the M3 eastbound between Junctions 5 and 6. Live updates as we gather more information. Contact jasmine.kelly@newsquest.co.uk if you have any information.

CIRQUE du Soleil has inspired millions of people worldwide with its imaginative live shows, and after seeing its OVO performance at the Royal Albert Hall, it is clear to see why.

Stories of reunited sweethearts, life-changing classes, and lasting friendships are being shared in celebration of 75 years.

Basingstoke bids to become first UK Town of Culture 2028, with hopes of £3m investment to celebrate local arts, heritage, venues and community pride.

Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court: Drink-driving and careless driving cases see Oliver Vobe and Dinis Francisco fined, with bans and penalty points issued.

Increases to the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage mean that many workers will get almost £25,000 a year for the first time, but some employers are underpaying staff

Attempts to cheat driving tests in Britain increased by 47% in a year, an investigation has found, sparking concerns about road safety.

SPORTS fans and concert-goers heading from Basingstoke to Wembley Stadium will benefit from direct coach services as National Express renews its partnership as the official coach supplier to the national stadium.

Delays building on A303 after reports of crash near Sutton Scotney at slip road with A34

Two primary school pupils were among more than 900 children suspended from Hampshire schools over drugs and alcohol, new data has revealed.

First CGI image of Manydown’s gateway revealed as Basingstoke’s major housing development advances—3,500 homes, green spaces, schools and community amenities.

This reflects a wider trend of people, particularly amongst young generations, exploring Christian faith.