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Sun, 22 May 2022 07:44:12 +0100
Wordle 337 May 22 : Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke man furious at council felling tree
A BASINGSTOKE man is furious after a tree near his home was mysteriously cut down during the nesting season.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Vote for your Pub of the Year in the Basingstoke Gazette competition
YOUR nominations for the Basingstoke Gazette and Andover Advertiser Pub of the Year are in and now is the time to vote for your winner!

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Winklebury Legends to be honoured in memorial football match hosted by local community next month
A SMALL group of Basingstoke residents are staging a football match in memory and in honour of past residents of the local community.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Medicine Festival to return to Wasing Estate for 3rd year
A festival featuring indigenous people will be returning for its 3rd year.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Hampshire house prices: Basingstoke and Deane house prices increase
HOUSE prices increased by 1.4 per cent – more than the average for the South East – in Basingstoke and Deane in March, new figures show.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
SERV Wessex given boost to help volunteers deliver vital supplies to hospitals around Hampshire
A CHARITY which delivers blood products, urgent samples and medication across Hampshire has been given a boost.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Campaigners in Hampshire call for authority pensions not to invest into climate-damaging fossil fuels
INVESTMENTS made to pay the pensions of local government and emergency service workers should no longer be in fossil fuels, say campaigners.

Sun, 22 May 2022 07:44:55 +0100
5 laws Brits heading to Spain this summer need to know or risk fines of up to €60,000
If you are travelling to the Spain in the coming months, here’s five laws you will need to be aware of or face unexpected fines.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi's Jubilee inspired beauty range is available to pre-order today
Aldi has a Jubilee inspired beauty range and it's available for pre-order today.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Best budget European summer holidays from Prague to Rome from Discover Cars
See the top 5 European destinations you need to this visit this summer that won't break the budget.

Sun, 22 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Kevin the Carrot returns to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee – buy yours now
Patriotic Kevin the Carrot will be joined by a whole host of celebratory friends, including members of the royal family.

Sat, 21 May 2022 19:02:35 +0100
Firefighters tackle solar panel roof fire at house in Old Basing
FIREFIGHTERS were called to tackle a house fire caused by solar panels in Old Basing this afternoon (Saturday, May 21).

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Band to support Ukrainian refugees
Since bursting onto the UK music scene 10 years ago, The Overtones have racked up platinum record sales, released six studio albums, sold out tours across the nation, and performed for Her Majesty The Queen and they are heading to Basingstoke.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Rightmove's cheapest property for sale in Basingstoke
The average price of a house in England has hit a new high last month, according to a report by Rightmove.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Basingstoke residents back calls for a ban on pavement parking in England
RESIDENTS in Basingstoke have backed calls for ‘pavement parking’ to be banned in England, on the grounds that it puts people off walking in their neighbourhoods.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Court round-up: Latest cases from Basingstoke and the surrounding area
A BASINGSTOKE man has been handed a community sentence after assaulting a woman last year.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Dragonfly Pub launches new dog friendly menu "Jeffery's Doggy Menu"
A PUB has launched a new “doggy” menu.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Foster parents come forward to bust five commonly held myths about fostering
FOSTERING is a commitment that could change more than one life for the better - but there are also many myths out there that are giving fostering a very bad reputation.

Sat, 21 May 2022 11:23:03 +0100
TikTok star famous for nail-biting 'hair hanging' performances coming to Andover as part of week-long travelling circus
A TikTok sensation who gained notoriety for her nail biting 'hair hanging' performances is coming to Andover as part of a week-long travelling circus.

Sat, 21 May 2022 07:58:38 +0100
Hampshire girl wins Blue Peter Competition to design logo for first UK satellite launch
A GIRL from Alresford has been named the winner of Blue Peter’s Awesome Orbit competition to design an emblem that will go on the first satellite to launch from UK soil this summer.

Sat, 21 May 2022 10:17:34 +0100
Man arrested after being caught with large hunting knife during stop and search in Basingstoke
A man has been arrested after police found him carrying a large hunting knife in the streets of Basingstoke.

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:34:28 +0100
Bank Governor ‘mis-spoke’ with ‘apocalyptic’ food price warning, Ranil Jayawardena claims
A Government trade minister has claimed the Governor of the Bank of England “mis-spoke” when he issued an “apocalyptic” warning about rising food prices.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Government reveals the 170 unclaimed estates in Hampshire
Government reveals the 170 unclaimed estates in Hampshire. Read more:

Sat, 21 May 2022 18:51:03 +0100
Best family days out in Basingstoke according to Tripadvisor reviews
If you’re looking for half-term inspiration – here are five days out the kids will love.

Sat, 21 May 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Brits love these weird food combinations - and they will make you lose your appetite
From tuna and ice cream to gravy with pasta, see the weirdest food combos that Brits love...

Sat, 21 May 2022 10:52:09 +0100
Monkeypox could cause a huge problem for sexual health services, doctor warns
The disease can be transmitted from person to person through close physical contact

Sat, 21 May 2022 07:46:36 +0100
Lidl issues 'do not drink' warning over undeclared sulphur dioxide in its lager
The Food Standards Agency has warned consumers not to drink the affected product.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
World Whisky Day 2022: Celebrate with a dram from The Bottle Club and Moonpig
Know someone that can't get enough of whisky ( or whiskey)? Try them to a gift they're bound to love this World Whisky Day.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cartwright and Butler's Platinum jubilee range was too good to wait until the Bank Holiday
We tried Cartwright & Butler's Platinum Jubilee range and it was too good to last until the 'blockbuster' Bank Holiday weekend.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Cartwright and Butler's Platinum jubilee range was too good to wait until the Bank Holiday
We tried Cartwright & Butler's Platinum Jubilee range and it was too good to last until the 'blockbuster' Bank Holiday weekend.

Sat, 21 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi launches Platinum Jubilee bubbly range featuring Bellini, Sparkling Rosé and more
Add some fizz to your Platinum Jubilee celebrations with the supermarket's limited-edition collection of bubbly.

Fri, 20 May 2022 14:50:23 +0100
Basingstoke Town FC will not be fighting Camrose decision
THE chairman of Basingstoke Town FC has said the club will no longer fight the decision to build 85 dwellings and a 70-bedroom care home on the Camrose football stadium, after an inspector approved the developer's appeals.

Fri, 20 May 2022 09:54:05 +0100
Leader of the council calls on Basingstoke Town FC to share their “ambition”
THE leader of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has called on Basingstoke Town FC to share their “ambition” about the future and the next steps for the club.

Fri, 20 May 2022 15:23:19 +0100
Basingstoke College of Technology open university centre
A principal of a Basingstoke college said "it is like a dream come true" after the college officially opened its very own University centre.

Fri, 20 May 2022 11:12:26 +0100
Protesters react to decision to refuse Lidl warehouse
'Common sense has finally prevailed', says the people who have been objecting to the Warehouse plan.

Fri, 20 May 2022 06:36:09 +0100
Wordle 335 May 20 : Wordle word hints and today's answer
Hints and answer for today's Wordle.

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Shocking photos released by RSPCA show 'disgusting and unsafe' conditions German Shepherd dog was living in
SHOCKING photos released by the RSPCA show the condition of a sick dog who was subject to "inhumane" neglect by her owner.

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:06:19 +0100
Father who had two bleeds on the brain calls on Basingstoke hospital to take complaints more seriously
A DAD-of-two who says he was told to wait nearly two weeks for a CT scan says his impatient nature saved his life.

Fri, 20 May 2022 07:27:00 +0100
Long-standing councillor says he is ‘disappointed’ after being bumped from Hampshire cabinet
A LONG-STANDING councillor says he is ‘disappointed’ after being shuffled out of the county council cabinet.

Fri, 20 May 2022 06:40:56 +0100
Motorists warned as M3 lane to close between Surrey and Hampshire
MOTORISTS are being urged to "plan ahead" as lane closures will be in place on part of a Hampshire motorway.

Fri, 20 May 2022 09:10:09 +0100
Prosecution sets out the case against gang that targeted ATMs and farm equipment
A MUM thought ‘this is it, we’re going up’ as a gang of ATM thieves tried to blow up the cash machine beneath her six-year-old daughter’s bedroom.

Fri, 20 May 2022 09:16:23 +0100
Tribute paid to popular Basingstoke man who was the voice behind the talking newspaper
Death has occurred on the 1st May 2022 of a local man, William (Bill) Baggs. He was well known as the voice of Basingstoke Gazette Talking News for the blind and vision impaired. He carefully chose items of interest every week and recorded them on ta...

Fri, 20 May 2022 12:46:28 +0100
Basingstoke's Joyce is runner up in Cuestars Under-21 Gold Tour
BASINGSTOKE's Mickey Joyce lost to Connor Benzey in the final of the Cuestars Under-21 Gold Tour.

Fri, 20 May 2022 07:29:27 +0100
New Hampshire council chairman reminds councillors who they are working for
THE new chairman of Hampshire County Council has issued a reminder to councillors of who they truly working for.

Fri, 20 May 2022 07:22:17 +0100
Thousands of people in Hampshire still waiting for their £150 council tax rebate
THOUSANDS of people across Hampshire are still waiting on their council tax rebates, according to statistics.

Fri, 20 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
LGBT+ Link Officers: Hampshire Constabulary’s support service is renamed as it marks its 25th anniversary
HAMPSHIRE Constabulary’s support service for the LGBT+ communities has been renamed as it marks its 25th anniversary.

Fri, 20 May 2022 17:18:41 +0100
Cadbury reveals brand new twist on popular Twirl chocolate bar launching next month
Cadbury has revealed it will be launching a new twist on one of its popular chocolate bars.

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:55:49 +0100
Pizza Hut to relaunch Crown Crust Pizza to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Pizza Hut is relaunching a menu item for the first time since 2012, see it here.

Fri, 20 May 2022 10:12:50 +0100
Blue announce reunion with hilarious TikTok: How to get tickets to the UK tour
The iconic boy band are back with a UK tour to mark their 20th anniversary.



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