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Basingstoke Gazette

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:51:23 +0000
Drivers warned they face fines over 'friendly warning' commonly used on UK roads
Drivers were told although chances were low, it is still not worth the risk.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Basingstoke shoppers encouraged to support fundraising campaign
SHOPPERS in Basingstoke are encouraged to support a campaign that last year raised more than £1million after customers rounded up their shop to the nearest £1 at self-service tills.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Protect the North Hampshire Downs petition
A PETITION to protect the North Hampshire Downs from future building developments has gained nearly 10,000 signatures.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:12:44 +0000
Tesco launches 3 course Valentine's Day meal deal for £15
Tesco has launched a three-course meal deal in time for Valentine's Day, and it costs just £15.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:11:30 +0000
Aldi Valentine's Day 2022: food, drink and gifts you can buy
Here are some food, drink and gift ideas for Valentine's Day this year available to buy from Aldi.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:50:17 +0000
Government ‘set for U-turn’ on mandatory vaccines for health workers
Sajid Javid has been facing pressure to scrap the requirement amid fears it will lead to a major staffing crisis.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:40:08 +0000
Driver, 38, accused of using mobile phone to stand trial
A DRIVER from Basingstoke is expected to go on trial later this year accused of using a mobile phone behind the wheel.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:10:02 +0000
Shortage of beds and long waits at Basingstoke's A&E
PATIENTS visiting Basingstoke hospital’s emergency department are waiting longer to be seen than the national average, figures show.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:06:39 +0000
Maria Miller questions Basingstoke hospital over CQC maternity report
BASINGSTOKE MP Maria Miller has said the problems found in the town’s maternity department “can never happen again”.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:54:33 +0000
Drink driver who drove off after causing accident jailed for eight weeks
A DRINK driver who failed to stop at the scene of an accident that he was involved in has been jailed for eight weeks.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:26:44 +0000
Basingstoke woman fined for failing to pay for train fare
A BASINGSTOKE woman was fined for getting on a train at Basingstoke Station without paying for a ticket.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:07:21 +0000
Man discovered with imitation firearm appears in court
A BASINGSTOKE man has been handed a conditional discharge for possessing an imitation firearm in a public place.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:55:08 +0000
Sue Gray Report: Read the report in full about Boris Johnson party allegations
The 12-page report has been published on the government website.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:08:25 +0000
Man who failed to give details to police fined hundreds of pounds
A BASINGSTOKE man has been fined hundreds of pounds for failing to give police information relating to the driver of a vehicle.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:54:10 +0000
Nelpah Flanigan caught speeding on M6 at Preston
A BASINGSTOKE man has been banned from driving after he was caught speeding on the M6 at Preston.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:26:11 +0000
Hampshire police and crime commissioner gains support for council tax hike
COUNCIL tax across Hampshire will likely increase by around £10 per year to pay for more police officers.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:18:10 +0000
Large quantity of cash found alongside suspect drugs in Basingstoke
A LARGE quantity of cash was found alongside suspected Class A and Class B at an address in Basingstoke.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:25:01 +0000
New heritage trail launches in Basingstoke town centre
RESIDENTS and visitors will get the chance to learn more about the Basingstoke town centre’s fascinating history as it is brought to life as part of a dedicated self-guided trail.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:15:30 +0000
Permanent repair work carried out on Duxford Lane
PERMANENT repair work has been carried out on a road after a resident became increasingly concerned about its dangerous condition.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:39:17 +0000
Basingstoke College of Technology largest apprenticeship event this month
A COLLEGE in Basingstoke will hold the region's largest apprenticeship event that will help people find their career paths.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:25:45 +0000
Fizz Fest to be held at Black Chalk Vineyard in July 2022
GET ready to raise your glasses for the eighth year of Vineyards of Hampshire (VoH) Fizz Fest.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 11:05:44 +0000
Son pays tribute to 'dutiful' Basingstoke veteran
AN ‘HONOURABLE’ veteran who spent more than 20 years selling poppies in Basingstoke has died.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:13:48 +0000
Blue Light Card to give Valentine's discounts at Ernest Jones, H Samuel and more
Blue Light Card is offering 40% off Valentine's discounts at major retailers from Enrest Jones, H Samuel, Ann Summers, Virgin Experience Days and more.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 09:12:21 +0000
National Hot Chocolate Day - Items from Hotel Chocolat, Whittard, Aldi and more
Here's a range of hot chocolate items that'll make that sofa day extra special.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:28:32 +0000
Auntie Anne’s at Festival Place ‘forced to’ close down
Auntie Anne’s, which opened at the Basingstoke mall in October 2011, is closing down today (Sunday, January 30) forever.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Photos from Basingstoke Gazette Camera Club's 'reflections' theme
The theme for Basingstoke Gazette Camera Club this month was reflections.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
People with dementia in north Hampshire missing out on vital care reviews
PEOPLE living with dementia in north Hampshire missed out on potentially vital care reviews they were entitled to last year, figures suggest.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Prime minister, hands off of our BBC
Dear Editor, the political vandal who passes himself off as our Prime Minister and chief entertainer continues to be in the dangerous position of doing untold damage to our public institutions. The latest anti-societal behaviour was geared towards th...

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 17:02:23 +0000
10-man Hartley Wintney lose to Salisbury
Salisbury held off a late surge from 10-man Hartley Wintney to win 2-3 away from home and claim the maximum points.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 10:15:08 +0000
Basingstoke fly-tipping cases down after council spots error
THE NUMBER of fly-tipping incidents in the Basingstoke and Deane areas has come down after the borough council investigated an error in reporting cases in the previous year.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 08:33:34 +0000
Plans for 220 new houses in Kingsclere
A HOMEBUILDER have submitted a request for screening opinion for residential development of up to 220 dwelling in Kingsclere.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
PCC supports several crime projects across Hampshire
THE police and crime commissioner (PCC) has awarded over £200,000 to several crime projects that support the vulnerable across Hampshire.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Morrisons reveals its £15 meal deal for two in time for Valentine's Day
Morrisons has revealed a meal deal for two just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, January 30
Here are some of the highlights you can look for in Aldi and Lidl stores from Sunday, January 30

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Court round-up: Latest cases from Basingstoke
A WARRANT has been issued for a man accused of driving without a licence and insurance in Old Basing.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Omicron impact on NHS not as bad as first feared, health chief says
THE NHS has been struggling through a ‘difficult’ winter – but the impact of Omicron is not as bad as first feared.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Vivid's plan to destroy much-loved green space
Dear Editor, Vivid whose corporate slogan is bright futures have finalised their plans for the Winklebury regeneration/land grab; Vivid still plan to destroy a much loved and used local park, a real community hub. Vivid highlight they are opening a g...

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 12:26:18 +0000
Artwork honouring Eli Lilly factory unveiled in Basingstoke
AN ARTWORK honouring a historic pharmaceutical factory has been unveiled at a development in Basingstoke.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 11:59:47 +0000
Developer submits plans to build 140 new homes in Bramley
Wates Developments is planning to build the houses on land at Stocks Farm on The Street in Bramley.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 09:22:12 +0000
Man injured after being hit by car at Chineham
A MAN has been left with injuries after being hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing at Chineham.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The best dating apps to use ahead of Valentine's Day 2022
The most romantic day of the year is just over two weeks away so now is the time to find yourself a date using one of these dating apps.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Valentine's Day 2022: Pandora jewellery for £25 and under that will make perfect gifts
You might even send a little gift to yourself judging by Pandora's great prices.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Linda Dobinson releases third children's book
A BASINGSTOKE author has released her third children’s book which she hopes will help develop children’s reading.

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Selfridges launches its Valentine's day gift collection - Shop the best deals
Selfridges has launched its Valentine's Day gift collection. From Cartier rings to Burberry bags, shop the best deals here.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Hampshire Hospitals maternity unit told to improve by CQC after concerns raised
A MATERNITY unit has been told to make improvements after whistleblowers raised fears that midwives were too exhausted to keep patients safe because of low staffing levels.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:02:34 +0000
Alex Whitfield blames Basingstoke hospital maternity issues on midwife shortage
THE chief executive of the trust which runs Basingstoke hospital has said she was “not surprised” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) report which said the maternity unit needs to improve.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:01:16 +0000
Emma Ireland sent to prison after taking £95,000 from her mother
A BASINGSTOKE woman has been sent to prison for nearly two years after withdrawing more than £95,000 from her mother’s bank account without permission.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 12:09:05 +0000
Basingstoke hospital maternity unit told to improve by CQC
BASINGSTOKE hospital’s maternity department did not have enough staff to care for women and keep them safe, a damning inspection report has concluded.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 16:53:27 +0000
Hampshire County Council in need of help as it faces £80m cuts
GOVERNMENT support is desperately needed to save a struggling council’s finances in the years ahead.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:30:00 +0000
Plan for 24 homes near school in Overton comes under fire
OVERTON residents have criticised a developer’s bid to build 24 new homes on land close to the village school.



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